Extinction Rebellion and Just Stop Oil protesters disrupted a glitzy awards bash for the energy sector in Aberdeen last night. Eco warriors staged a loud demonstration outside the Offshore Energies UK event at Aberdeen’s P&J Live venue with drums, singing and chanting.
Around a dozen activists camped outside the “self-congratulatory” Shell-sponsored ceremony in protest against “greenwashing”. And they hit out at energy giant Shell’s “disgraceful” nomination for an “energy transition” award, with Just Stop Oil activist Lee saying: “Just ten per cent of their capital expenditure is being invested in low carbon initiatives - how is that a transition?
“Instead of hosting fancy dinners, Shell should recognise that humanity is in emergency mode.” Another protester, 71-year-old former social care worker Jonathan, added: “The time for awards for oil and gas achievements is well over.”
