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Oil firms want to drill in four of the UK's areas of outstanding natural beauty

The UK government's decision to permit oil firms to drill in four of the country's areas of outstanding natural beauty represents a devastating blow to environmental preservation efforts and exacerbates the challenges in the fight against climate change. By prioritizing short-term economic gains over long-term sustainability, this decision not only jeopardizes delicate ecosystems but also undermines global efforts to transition towards renewable energy and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Allowing oil drilling in areas of outstanding natural beauty threatens to irreversibly damage precious habitats and biodiversity hotspots. These areas are renowned for their scenic landscapes, unique flora and fauna, and cultural significance. Introducing industrial activities such as drilling poses a significant risk of pollution, habitat destruction, and disruption to local ecosystems. Once these areas are compromised, the ecological damage can be irreversible, leading to loss of biodiversity and degradation of natural resources.



Furthermore, the decision to expand fossil fuel extraction contradicts the UK's commitments to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to a low-carbon economy. The continued reliance on fossil fuels perpetuates carbon-intensive practices that contribute to climate change, exacerbating the frequency and severity of extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and biodiversity loss. By prioritizing oil drilling over renewable energy solutions, the government undermines its own targets for carbon neutrality and undermines international efforts to limit global warming.

Moreover, permitting oil firms to drill in areas of outstanding natural beauty sets a dangerous precedent that prioritizes corporate interests over environmental conservation and community well-being. This decision disregards the concerns of local residents, environmental groups, and Indigenous communities who rely on these areas for their livelihoods, recreation, and cultural heritage. It undermines public trust in government decision-making processes and reinforces the perception that environmental protection is secondary to profit-driven agendas.

In light of the urgent need to address climate change and protect biodiversity, the UK government's decision to allow oil drilling in areas of outstanding natural beauty is not only short-sighted but also morally reprehensible. It perpetuates unsustainable practices that threaten the integrity of our planet's ecosystems and compromise the well-being of current and future generations. To truly address the challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, governments must prioritize conservation, renewable energy, and sustainable development over the destructive pursuit of fossil fuels.

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  • Ann Nyambura

    32 w

    This decision is deeply disappointing and goes against the principles of environmental preservation and sustainability.

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    • Gorffly mokua

      23 w

      @ann_nyambura_542 Unfortunately it seems that they don't care about those principles, they are only interested in making profits!!

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    • Boniface Kuria

      32 w

      At this age when we are really feeling the impacts of climate change, they still want to drill new wells. Its so discouraging and an insult to humanity

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      • Edwin wangombe

        32 w

        @boniface_kuria What they do know is that they just armed a time bomb that will take them out... it is a shame

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        • Gorffly mokua

          23 w

          @boniface_kuria I understand your frustration, However, it's important to stay hopeful & continue advocating for a transition to sustainable and renewable energy sources.

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          • Gorffly mokua

            23 w

            @edwin_wangombe Unfortunately it will affect all of us! !

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          • George Kariuki

            32 w

            Prioritizing short-term economic gains over long-term environmental sustainability is a step in the wrong direction. 🛢️🌿 #EnvironmentalPreservation #ClimateCrisis 🌍 Allowing industrial activities in these pristine areas threatens biodiversity, ecosystems, and cultural heritage.

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            • Edwin wangombe

              32 w

              @george_kariuki It is ridiculous to see the government prioritizing small profits in exchange for environmental sustainability

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              • Gorffly mokua

                23 w

                @george_kariuki You are absolutely right! We must prioritize environmental preservation & address the climate crisis to ensure a sustainable future.

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                • Gorffly mokua

                  23 w

                  @edwin_wangombe Is because they are only interested in making profits, nothing else!

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                • We Don't Have Time

                  33 w

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                  • walter lungayi

                    33 w

                    So disappointing, they should be stopped!! As the world shifts towards renewable energy, such actions highlight the urgent need to prioritize environmental conservation and sustainable energy sources to protect our natural heritage for future generations.

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                    • Edwin wangombe

                      32 w

                      @walter_lungayi It is ironic that the so-called first-world country that others look up to are at the forefront of encouraging ecocide and fossil fuel

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                      • Gorffly mokua

                        23 w

                        @walter_lungayi The reality is that, It will be hard to stop them, since they have the governments support!!

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                        • Gorffly mokua

                          23 w

                          @edwin_wangombe Indeed, it is ironic that some first-world countries that often champion environmental protection are also guilty of encouraging ecocide and fossil fuel use...Days of doom ahead of us..⚠⚠

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                        • Sarah Chabane

                          33 w

                          This is ridiculous!

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                          • Edwin wangombe

                            32 w

                            @sarah_chabane_874 It is a shame and it displays incompetence, ignorance, and greed... shame on the UK's government

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                            • Gorffly mokua

                              23 w

                              @sarah_chabane_874 Irony, they champion for clean energy but invest in fossil fuels!!

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                              • Gorffly mokua

                                23 w

                                @edwin_wangombe True! A big level of ignorance and greenwashing!

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                              • Esther Wanjiku

                                33 w

                                This just reeks of utter arrogance and inconsideration from the UK govt.They cannot purpotedly authorize drilling in natural areas with utmost impunity

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                                • Edwin wangombe

                                  32 w

                                  @esther_wanjiku_785 This is the real definition of Ecocifde and should be stopped immediately

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                                  • Gorffly mokua

                                    23 w

                                    @esther_wanjiku_785 I agree, they should prioritize environmental protection and take responsible actions to ensure a sustainable future

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                                  • Munene Mugambi

                                    33 w

                                    EVEN considering the issuance of licenses to drill in such places is unimaginable. That coupled with the plan to move from fossil fuels in the near future puts the UK's goals to achieve sustainability at a great risk. I am shocked we even have to highlight that this is an incredibly backward idea.

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                                    • Edwin wangombe

                                      32 w

                                      @munene_mugambi I know right... it's just unthinkable... this government needs sobber advisers

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                                      • Gorffly mokua

                                        23 w

                                        @edwin_wangombe But even sober minds gets corrupted by power and money!

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                                        • Gorffly mokua

                                          23 w

                                          @munene_mugambi Just as usual, it is greenwashing business!⚠⚠

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                                        • Rukia Ahmed Abdi

                                          33 w

                                          This is a great disappointment. UK cannot afford to. Loose it's only remaining natural beauties. Such a decision should be reversed ASAP

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                                          • Edwin wangombe

                                            33 w

                                            @rukia_ahmed_abdi It's such an absurd decision that the government of the UK should put a stop to it immediately...

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                                            • Munene Mugambi

                                              33 w

                                              @rukia_ahmed_abdi And to lose these attraction sites to oil drilling? We need the citizens together with environmental activists to oppose this as vehemently as possible. If there is enough backlash towards it's execution, we hope we can stop it from going through.

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                                              • Rashid Kamau

                                                33 w

                                                @rukia_ahmed_abdi They should reconsider this and instead divert to a better trajectory that will benefit the environment in vast ways.

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                                                • Gorffly mokua

                                                  23 w

                                                  @rukia_ahmed_abdi They will have to pay sooner or later!!

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                                                • Rotich Kim

                                                  33 w

                                                  This will destroy our environment biodiversity and it's risk to human life

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                                                  • Edwin wangombe

                                                    33 w

                                                    @rotich_kim It's such a shame to see the leadership of the UK prioritizing profits over its people and the environment

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                                                    • Rashid Kamau

                                                      33 w

                                                      @rotich_kim This would be a creepy practice that will severely cause more harm to the environment and climate too.

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                                                      • Gorffly mokua

                                                        23 w

                                                        @rotich_kim With such ignorance, we are headed to a danger zone!!

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                                                      • Elizabeth Gathigia

                                                        33 w

                                                        This is really disappointing, how will UK meet its goals to net zero if it keeps on green lighting this oil projects, it failing its people and the whole world

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                                                        • Edwin wangombe

                                                          33 w

                                                          @elizbeth_gathigia it is such a disappointment... the leadership of the UK needs some refresher course on prioritizing the interest and safety of the people and the environment

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                                                          • Munene Mugambi

                                                            33 w

                                                            @elizbeth_gathigia It might come as a surprise to many of us but I do not think the UK is committed to meeting its climate targets, at least not through fossil fuel abandonment. Maybe through bogus carbon credits to actually look like they are making inroads on that direction.

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                                                            • Gorffly mokua

                                                              23 w

                                                              @elizbeth_gathigia True! This sends the wrong message to the rest of the world..

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                                                            • Princess

                                                              33 w

                                                              It's a shame that oil companies are eyeing up the UK's beautiful spots for drilling. We should be preserving nature, not exploiting it for profit.

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                                                              • Edwin wangombe

                                                                33 w

                                                                @princess_nel_268 This is saddening as it will have an irreversible effect on these areas. The UK government should focus and invest more in renewable energy rather than fossil fuels.

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                                                                • Rashid Kamau

                                                                  33 w

                                                                  @princess_nel_268 It is more evidence that conserving nature can help deliver several goals simultaneously.

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                                                                  • Gorffly mokua

                                                                    23 w

                                                                    @princess_nel_268 This is what will always happen when we have drunk leaders in power!

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