Longannet still has role to play in CCS development - Lyon (Roxburgh and Berwickshire Liberal Democrats)

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Longannet still has role to play in CCS development - Lyon

October 4, 2009 12:00 AM
Originally published by George Lyon - Liberal Democrat MEP for Scotland

Commenting after it was revealed that Longannet power station has missed out on funding from the EU to develop Carbon Capture and Storage Technology (CCS), Liberal Democrat MEP for Scotland George Lyon said:

"I launched my European election campaign at Longannet power station confident in the facilities available and the ambition to put Scotland at the forefront of carbon capture and storage technology. This decision has not changed my view and I remain confident that Longannet has a vital role to play in the development of CCS technology.

"Despite what the SNP claim, Scotland's oil wells are drying up. Through CCS technology we can look to the future and begin to fill them up again, this time with harmful gases. Developing nations like India and China are fuelling the growth of their economies with coal.

"I want Scotland to be in a position to take advantage of these emerging markets.

"Longannet's bid was a good one, and they have already taken steps towards introducing CCS technology. When the next round of funding comes round Longannet will be in a strong position and I will continue to work with Willie Rennie MP to see this pioneering technology in Fife."