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Information regarding the different types of non-renewable energy sources and our role in regulating them. We have a direct role in regulating low carbon non-renewable technologies, including the storage and use of radioactive substances and the accumulation and disposal of radioactive wastes. We also have remit to consider and mitigate the potential environmental effects of these technologies. This is through, for example, environmental monitoring, acting as a statutory consultee for environmental imp

A significant amount of land in Scotland is used for forestry purposes. We are responsible for ensuring that forest developments are designed to consider and, where possible, benefit the environment. We do this by overseeing various types of regulation and producing guidance and advice for those working in or involved with the forestry industry. A significant amount of land in Scotland is used for forestry purposes. We are responsible for ensuring that forest developments are designed to consider and, where possible, benefit the environment. We do this by overseeing various types of regulation and producing guidance and advice for those working in or involved with the forestry industry. In support of our specific interests, the UK Forestr