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Shell's Jackdaw Gas Field Faces Scrutiny Over Emissions

11/22/2025

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Key information shows Shell disclosed potential emissions from the Jackdaw gas field totaling 35.8 million tonnes of CO2 over 11 years, or 23.6 million tonnes, about 90% of Scotland's 2023 emissions.
The UK government is reviewing environmental assessments for Jackdaw and the Rosebank oil field before a final approval decision.
Greenpeace UK's co-executive director said the project would not lower energy bills and would increase pollution.

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Key information shows Shell disclosed potential emissions from the Jackdaw gas field totaling 35.8 million tonnes of CO2 over 11 years, or 23.6 million tonnes, about 90% of Scotland's 2023 emissions.
The UK government is reviewing environmental assessments for Jackdaw and the Rosebank oil field before a final approval decision.
Greenpeace UK's co-executive director said the project would not lower energy bills and would increase pollution.