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Grangemouth: Project Willow report predicts 800 green jobs could be created

A report predicts that around £3.5 billion in private investment is necessary for a low-carbon future for Grangemouth, along with nine feasible proposals for the industrial site.
The UK and Scottish governments estimate that these proposals could create up to 800 jobs by 2040.
UK Energy Minister Michael Shanks emphasized support for an industrial future in Grangemouth, marking a commitment of £200 million from the UK Government.
Unite's General Secretary, Sharon Graham, criticized the report for delaying action to protect jobs, suggesting immediate projects like sustainable aviation fuel production.

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Daily Record

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Grangemouth workers need action now to secure jobs not 'fig leaf' Project Willow report

John Swinney said he was "confident" public and private money could create new jobs and opportunities at Grangemouth.

13 days ago·Glasgow, United Kingdom

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The Independent (US)

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Low-carbon future for Grangemouth requires £3.5bn investment, report says

The £1.5 million Project Willow study sets out nine options for the industrial cluster.

13 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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Grangemouth: Project Willow report predicts 800 green jobs could be created

The report says 800 jobs could be created over 15 years through green investment at the site of Scotland's only oil refinery.

13 days ago·United Kingdom

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The National

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Crucial new report spells out nine options for Grangemouth – see the full list

A KEY new report on the future of Grangemouth has laid out nine options for the site after the oil refinery closes down ...

13 days ago·Glasgow, United Kingdom

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The NEN - North Edinburgh News

Plan for future of Grangemouth?

Friends of the Earth: Project Willow “does nothing” for the hundreds of people at Grangemouth set to lose their jobs in the coming months Plans to secure a long-term industrial future for Grangemouth have been stepped up as a feasibility study sets out nine options for its future. The plan – which is backed by £25 million from the Scottish Government and £200 million from the UK Government – will support jobs, unlock investment and drive growth.…

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caithness-business.co.uk

Plan for future of Grangemouth - Summary of Project Willow report published

Plans to secure a long-term industrial future for Grangemouth have been stepped up as a feasibility study sets out nine options for its future. The plan - which is backed by £25 million from the Scottish Government and £200 million from the UK Government – will support jobs, unlock investment and drive growth.

13 days ago

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