http://www.sustainable-scotland.net Local Authorities Working Together for a Sustainable Scotland en-us Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:54:00 GMT Sustainable Procurement http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=626 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=626 Beginning in January 2011, the UK Government will grant motorists up to £5,000 towards purchase of an ultra-low carbon car, it announced this week. The consumer grant will reduce the up-front cost of eligible vehicles by 25 per cent, capped at £5,000. Available across the UK, it will be open to both private and business fleet buyers. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:17:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=625 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=625 The 28 June 2010 Scottish Government conference “What Works in Behaviour Change?” focused on pragmatic solutions to how individuals and households can reduce their carbon emissions. Feedback from delegates suggests that the conference was an important success. A main output from the conference was “ten key messages” for Government (and the wider public sector) about behaviour change. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:48:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=624 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=624 In February 2010, the Scottish Government commissioned the Independent Budget Review Panel, Crawford Beveridge CBE, Sir Neil McIntosh CBE and Robert Wilson, to carry out a review of public expenditure in Scotland by end July 2010. Thursday, 29 July the report was published. It sets out a series of options which the Scottish Government and Parliament may want to consider in the face of the most challenging public spending environment since the Second World War. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:22:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=623 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=623 The Swedish Municipality of Örebro has introduced a local climate fee that is levied on the carbon emissions from travelling and transportation of the municipal department staff. This effort is to encourage municipal departments and staff to watch their way of travelling and cut their CO2 emissions. Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:26:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=615 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=615 On 22 July the Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) released its fifth annual watchdog report, finding that sustainability measures are saving the UK Government £60-70 million every year. The report, entitled 'Becoming the “Greenest Government Ever,”' measures progress against the Sustainable Operations on the Government Estate Targets from 2006 through 2009. Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:29:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=620 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=620 Coalition Government sets out energy policy as new analysis points to scale of 2050 challenge. Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:16:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=619 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=619 A Sustrans and Transform Scotland Trust report entitled ‘Civilising the Streets: How strong leadership can deliver high quality of life and vibrant public spaces’ draws on the experience of 13 European cities to show how active travel can be advanced in Scottish cities towards achieving sustainable transport goals. Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:19:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=617 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=617 A recent study from the Grantham Institute for Climate Change at Imperial College London and published in the journal ‘Energy Policy’ shows that switching off lights, turning the television off at the mains and using cooler washing cycles could have a much bigger impact on reducing carbon dioxide emissions from power stations than previously thought. Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:40:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=616 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=616 Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking a confident and committed individual for the post of Team Leader for the Environmental Planning Team. Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:02:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=609 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=609 On 13 July Futerra published a report on how to effectively communicate on biodiversity issues that urges campaigners, policy makers and the media to replace messages of biodiversity loss and extinction with messages based on 'awe and wonder', the economic value of biodiversity and requests for action. Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:42:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=608 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=608 On 15 July the Marine Climate Change Impacts Partnership (MCCIP) launched its latest 'annual report card' providing the latest updates on how climate change is affecting our seas. The report also indentifies and projects regional impacts. Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:10:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=607 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=607 On 15 July UK, French and German climate change ministers published a joint article, urging Europe to increase its emissions reduction targets for 2020. Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:03:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=610 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=610 On 13 July the Sustainable Cities website published eight case studies profiling how villages, towns and cities across the world have approached and overcome a variety of environmental challenges. The Sustainable Cities website is managed by CABE, the Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment. Mon, 19 Jul 2010 13:35:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=611 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=611 On 30 June the new economics foundation (nef) published a briefing paper which provides an introduction to 'Crowd Wise', a new participative method for taking shared decisions, and helping people to find common ground. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:18:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=601 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=601 A new report published on 1 July presents findings from the 2009 Scottish Social Attitudes survey, which explores public perceptions in Scotland towards sustainable places and greenspace, and their relationship with health, well-being and social trust. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 13:52:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=604 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=604 Find out more about: East Lothian Council's Environmental Strategy consultation, Shetland's Carbon Summit, the winners of Aberdeen's EcoCity Awards, Dundee City Council's Allotment Strategy, and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar's Energy Futures Conference. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:36:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=599 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=599 The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) announced on 7 July that it has published ‘provisional’ estimates of the carbon emissions from Local Authorities' operations in England. This is the first year that DECC has collected this data from councils. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:25:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=603 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=603 A new report from the Sustainable Development Commission (SDC) argues that enabling communities to lead local renewal projects with a neighbourhood-wide approach is the most cost-effective way to ensure villages, towns and cities are fit for the future and create the conditions for people to thrive. Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:16:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=602 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=602 City Harvest is an online resource aiming to document the social, educational, environmental, economic and health-related impacts of urban agriculture, as well as case studies which provide working examples of urban agriculture in action. City Harvest is managed by Sustain: The alliance for better food and farming. Tue, 6 Jul 2010 15:20:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=585 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=585 On 29 June, South Lanarkshire Council’s Community Planning Partners came together to jointly sign up to Scotland's Climate Change Declaration, committing them to work together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from their own buildings and operations, and to reduce emissions across the communities they represent. Tue, 6 Jul 2010 15:10:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=593 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=593 The Committee on Climate Change - the UK Government's advisers on building a low carbon economy - stated on 30 June that a 'step change in the pace' of underlying emissions reductions is still required if the UK is to meet its legislated carbon budgets. The Committee's conclusions are set out in their 2nd annual report to Parliament on the progress that Government is making in meeting carbon budgets and in reducing emissions of greenhouse gases. Tue, 6 Jul 2010 14:07:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=590 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=590 Bus Operators, local authorities and regional transport partnerships are being invited to apply to a new £3.4 million Scottish Green Bus Fund, launched on 5 July by the Scottish Government. Mon, 5 Jul 2010 16:19:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=592 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=592 The Scottish Climate Change Impacts Partnership (SCCIP) has recently launched its new website, which aims to 'provide a dynamic and evolving information portal on climate change adaptation in Scotland'. The new website offers updated and new information, and includes sections on: climate information, adaptation, sector specific information and SCCIP projects. Mon, 5 Jul 2010 15:48:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=591 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=591 The Scottish Government published its 'Annual report of Scottish Government measures related to climate change mitigation and adaptation' on 30 June. The report provides a very useful overview of progress made by the Government over the period 2009-2010 across a range of sectors and issues, including the public sector. Sun, 4 Jul 2010 13:49:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=587 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=587 On 1 July the Sustainable Development Commission Scotland - the Scottish Governments sustainable development advisors - published its 'Sustainable Transport Vision for Scotland', arguing for a 'completely new approach to transport decisions both in local and national government'. Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:04:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=581 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=581 It has been confirmed that Nicolas Bertrand of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Economics and Trade Branch will address the 2010 SSN Conference on the UNEP Green Economy Initiative. Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:17:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=580 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=580 Research released on 23 June by the Universities of Manchester and Southampton has shown that 'nudge' techniques have proven successful in encouraging citizens to change their behaviour and recycle more. The researchers have called on councils to deploy these techniques to further engage local communities in their work. Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:01:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=576 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=576 In June, Dan McCartney, outgoing consultant with the Improvement and Development Agency (IDeA) - and a former speaker at a 2009 SSN Quarterly Meeting - published an article outlining five key themes he argues are the basis for successful local government intervention on area-wide emissions. Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:28:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=577 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=577 The Scottish Government published a Cycle Action Plan for Scotland on 25 June. The £3.9 million plan aims to increase cycling numbers, with the intention of having 10% of all journeys by bike by 2020. Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:36:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=578 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=578 The UK Government has recently relaunched their 'SD Scene' e-newsletter. 'SD Scene' is the UK Government Sustainable Development Programme's monthly newsletter, reporting on SD in government and local, regional and international organisations. Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=582 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=582 A new report from Consumer Focus Scotland, published on 28 June, highlights the key role that area-based projects can play in improving consumer take-up of energy efficiency services in Scotland. Sat, 26 Jun 2010 12:08:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=575 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=575 In a speech outlining efforts to curb the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, President Obama has called for an end to 'America's century-long addiction to fossil fuels' and an increase in the development of alternative sources of energy. Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:53:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=579 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=579 The emergency June 2010 budget was unveiled by George Osborne on 22 June; key measures included a VAT increase, a public sector pay freeze and a freeze on child benefit. Environment measures included a commitment to 'explore changes to the aviation tax system', a promise to consult on reform of the climate change levy, and a commitment to look at options for a 'fair fuel stabiliser'. Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:03:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=573 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=573 The ninth annual SSN Conference, 'A Step Change: Local Government Leadership for a Low Carbon Economy', will take place on 4 November 2010 at Our Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh. The conference website is live and registration is now open. Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:02:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=569 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=569 Perth and Kinross Council, in partnership with the UK Centre for Economic and Environmental Development (UK CEED), has developed an interactive online tool to highlight the economic, social and environmental impacts of policies, projects and other initiatives within Perth and Kinross. Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:50:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=567 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=567 A £4.3 million initiative to encourage the use of low carbon vehicles by Scotlands public services was unveiled by First Minister Alex Salmond on 16 June. £3.4 million will also be invested in a green bus scheme. Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:32:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=571 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=571 The Scottish Climate Change Impacts Partnership (SCCIP) launched a new guide on 16 June that aims to assist businesses in preparing for both the impacts and opportunities that climate change may present. The guide was launched by Ian Marchant, Convenor of the Scottish 2020 Climate Group, chair of the Climate Change Business Delivery Group and Chief Executive, Scottish and Southern Energy. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:20:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=570 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=570 The Scottish Centre for Regeneration, under the auspices of its Mixed and Sustainable Communities Learning Network, recently visited the German city of Freiburg as part of a series of activities designed to help improve practitioners’ understanding of and ability to deliver mixed and sustainable communities in Scotland. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:56:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=572 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=572 The potential energy from waste that cannot be reused or recycled has been quantified for the first time in a new report published on 18 June. The report, commissioned by the Scottish Government, was undertaken by the Sustainable Development Commission Scotland. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:00:00 GMT Sustainable Procurement http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=554 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=554 The Scottish Government announced the publication of Scotland's first Zero Waste Plan on 9 June, which sets out key actions and new targets to tackle Scotland's waste. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:30:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=556 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=556 On 10 June the Commission for Rural Communities announced that it has collaborated with Durham County Council to publish a new guide setting out how local authorities can tackle fuel poverty, reduce carbon emissions and improve health and well-being at the local level. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=557 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=557 The Scottish Government announced that Climate Change Minister Stewart Stevenson formed part of the UK delegation to the Environment Council in Luxembourg on 11 June, to highlight that setting ambitious emissions reduction targets in Scotland is providing the stability for additional investment in low carbon industries. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:33:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=563 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=563 Glasgow City Council announced on 4 June that derelict and disused sites in the city are being transformed into mini-allotments where people can learn to grow food. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:01:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=562 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=562 On 25 May Aberdeen City Council announced that an an online local food initiative, based in the city, has drawn the attention of elected members and council officials from Hostalric in Catalonia, Spain, who have visited on a fact-finding mission. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 12:35:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=560 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=560 An interesting article/case study from Grist, published on 4 June, exploring a community solar project or "solar garden" managed by the City of Ellensberg, Washington. Tue, 15 Jun 2010 12:07:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=559 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=559 The Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) have published a Briefing Report arguing that green infrastructure can provide sustainable regenerative solutions for the urban challenges we face now and into the future. Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:18:00 GMT Sustainable Procurement http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=555 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=555 There is still plenty of time to submit nominations for the Scottish Green Awards 2010. Categories include 'Best Green Public Service or Public Sector Provision', 'Best Green School', 'Best Green Community Initiative' and 'Best Green Campaigner or Activist'. Deadline for submissions is 30 July. Mon, 14 Jun 2010 10:54:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=558 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=558 The People & Planet Green League 2010 - the only league table showing the environmental performance of Britain’s universities - was published in Times Higher Education on 10 June. Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:49:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=553 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=553 From 10 June, the Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC) and the Home Office will display real-time energy use from their headquarters online. Mon, 7 Jun 2010 16:31:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=549 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=549 Two major UN reports state that increased globalization, urbanization and rising prosperity are taking an ever-greater toll on the world’s ecosystems. The two 'Trends in Sustainable Development' reports find that while globalization has helped shift resource and energy-intensive production between countries, it has not substantially reduced the global environmental impacts of these activities. Mon, 7 Jun 2010 16:10:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=548 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=548 A conference of business and forestry leaders on 2 June - organised by Forestry Commission Scotland and ConFor (the Confederation of Forest Industries) - heard that maturing forests, high demand, lower imports and the move towards a low-carbon economy have combined to create "the right conditions" for Scotland's forest industries to maximise their economic potential. Mon, 7 Jun 2010 15:46:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=547 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=547 A major report from the Institute for Government shows how behaviour change theory can help to improve environmental sustainability, as well as meet other policy challenges such as reducing crime and tackling obesity, and can do so at a lower cost than using many conventional policy tools. Mon, 7 Jun 2010 15:40:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=543 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=543 On 2 June members of the Highland Environment Forum, including Highland Council, SNH, HIE and the Cairngorms National Park, signed a Joint Highland Climate Change Declaration, committing them to reducing emissions by 3% per annum. Mon, 7 Jun 2010 14:30:00 GMT Sustainable Procurement http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=551 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=551 The Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges (EAUC) have launched a Promoting Poverty Aware Procurement on Campus (PPAPC) toolkit that comprises a suite of information, guidance and communication tools to help procurement professionals become poverty aware when procuring goods and services. Mon, 7 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=550 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=550 On 2 June the new economics foundation (nef) published the Shared Energy Toolkit, designed to help community organisations get staff, volunteers, trustees and clients talking about climate change. Mon, 7 Jun 2010 11:57:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=546 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=546 On 2 June UNEP's International Panel for Sustainable Resource Management published a report assessing how different economic activities influence the use of natural resources and generate pollution, and which production processes, products and materials contribute most to environmental degradation. Mon, 7 Jun 2010 10:52:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=545 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=545 The Sustainable Urban Environment (SUE) programme is currently touring a 'movie poster' exhibition, designed to profile recent research into improving sustainability in the urban environment. Fri, 4 Jun 2010 17:20:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=544 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=544 Speaking at Prince Charles's Scottish Business in the Community Sustainable Scotland Summit on 2 June, First Minister Alex Salmond said that creating a sustainable low carbon economy presented "enormous opportunities for investment and growth that Scottish businesses must seize". Tue, 1 Jun 2010 16:51:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=541 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=541 In April 2010, WWF Scotland published a report summarising current approaches to area-based housing retrofit schemes in Scotland and recommending how these schemes should be supplemented. Tue, 1 Jun 2010 16:04:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=540 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=540 On 26 May, the Scottish Government and Eco-Schools Scotland announced that 1000 schools in Scotland have now attained 'Green Flag' status, the highest award under the Eco-Schools programme. Tue, 1 Jun 2010 15:38:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=538 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=538 The group of experts tasked with helping to ensure the full realisation of Scotlands Climate Change Delivery Plan and the 42% emission reduction target have launched their own website. Mon, 31 May 2010 17:14:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=524 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=524 On 19 May East Dunbartonshire Council announced that it has been asked by the Scottish Fair Trade Forum to pilot a new school based national initiative which aims to empower teachers and pupils to source and raise awareness of ethically produced school uniforms and sportswear. Mon, 31 May 2010 17:02:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=532 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=532 The UK coalition government introduced a new Energy Bill in the Queen's speech on 25 May which aims to deliver a national programme of energy efficiency measures to homes and businesses. Tue, 25 May 2010 14:25:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=529 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=529 The UN announced on 17 May that Christiana Figueres of Costa Rica has been appointed as Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), to succeed Yvo de Boer. Tue, 25 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=526 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=526 A new report published by WWF Scotland on 25 May states that at least one in ten vehicles on Scotland’s roads must be electric by 2020 if Scotland is to achieve its climate change targets. Tue, 25 May 2010 11:46:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=527 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=527 The Improvement and Development Agency (IDeA) have recently published three case studies highlighting the approach taken by a US State, a County and a City to local climate change adapatation planning. Tue, 25 May 2010 11:30:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=520 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=520 From 24 May, up to 5,000 households in Scotland can claim £400 off the cost of a new boiler. Tue, 25 May 2010 11:00:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=490 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=490 The Sustainable Scotland Network is looking to recruit a Senior Development Officer to enhance the staff team based in Stirling. Tue, 25 May 2010 10:00:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=528 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=528 On 24 May, the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) announced the responsibilities of its new ministerial team, while Chris Huhne, visiting the All Energy conference in Aberdeen on 20 May, promised the new administration would seek to take better advantage of the UK's renewables potential. Mon, 24 May 2010 17:30:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=525 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=525 West Dunbartonshire Council has recently launched The Green Dream 2010, the third annual month-long programme of eco-events and promotions, to encourage a greener lifestyle amongst local residents. Mon, 24 May 2010 14:08:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=523 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=523 The Scottish Government announced on 19 May that it has launched a consultation on draft plans for the development of offshore wind energy projects in Scotland. Mon, 24 May 2010 13:37:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=521 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=521 The Scottish Government announced on 20 May that 16 businesses have been awarded grants totalling £1.1 million in the third round of the Scottish Biomass Heat Scheme. Mon, 24 May 2010 12:17:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=519 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=519 The Scottish Government published its Annual Environmental Report 2008-09 on 21 May, setting out the progress it made between April 1 2008 - March 31 2009 towards delivering on its targets to provide a sustainably managed estate. Mon, 24 May 2010 11:30:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=518 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=518 Greenspace Scotland has recently published a short case study of the 'Woods for Health' pilot project developed by Perth and Kinross Ranger Service, in partnership with Tayside Community Health Partnership (CHP). Mon, 24 May 2010 11:06:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=517 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=517 The Central Scotland Green Network (CSGN) is currently consulting on the CSGN Prospectus and CSGN Draft Vision and Work Plan (2010 -2015), and a number of associated workshops are being held between 25 May - 10 June. Mon, 24 May 2010 10:53:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=516 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=516 On 20 May, the New York Times published an article investigating how plastic bag bans in the cities of San Francisco, Palo Alto and Oakland have fared in the three years since they were introduced. Tue, 18 May 2010 13:02:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=512 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=512 On 26 April, Yale360 published an article highlighting that high-tech products are making increasing use of rare metals, and that the blocking of mining developments in the US is driving the devastating environmental consequences abroad. Tue, 18 May 2010 11:06:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=509 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=509 ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability recently announced that the first Informed Cities Forum took place in Newcastle upon Tyne from 14 - 16 April. Tue, 18 May 2010 10:54:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=508 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=508 The Good Corporate Citizenship Assessment Model Scotland website, developed by the SDC for NHSScotland went live in March. Tue, 18 May 2010 10:07:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=507 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=507 On 12 May the Scottish Government published a summary report of the results of a consultation to inform the development of the Wildlife & Natural Environment Bill. Tue, 18 May 2010 09:48:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=506 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=506 The Scottish Government published a report on 14 May updating on progress since new flooding legislation was introduced a year ago. Mon, 17 May 2010 17:21:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=505 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=505 On 11 May the European Environment Agency (EEA) published a report stating that developments in land‑use patterns across Europe are generating considerable concern, particularly in relation to achievement of environmental goals. Mon, 17 May 2010 17:07:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=504 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=504 Newsweek has recently asked three well-known architecture firms to imagine how residents of New York City will live, work, commute and play in 2030. Mon, 17 May 2010 12:55:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=503 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=503 On 13 May, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) published the results of a 2010 Wellbeing update to complement the 2009 Survey of Public Attitudes and Behaviours towards the Environment. Mon, 17 May 2010 12:28:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=502 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=502 On 12 May, the Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government issued a document setting out their policies on the environment. Fri, 14 May 2010 16:34:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=501 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=501 Two days after David Cameron became the UK's Prime Minister, he has stated that carbon emissions from central government will be cut by 10% in the next 12 months. The announcement came during Mr Cameron's first visit to DECC headquarters on 14 May. Fri, 14 May 2010 15:51:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=500 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=500 On 31 March, UNISON Scotland announced that branch members in South Lanarkshire had won more than £60,000 for a 'greening the workplace' initiative. Fri, 14 May 2010 15:50:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=510 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=510 Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) recently announced the release of the REAP 2 tool, and the publication of a new set of 2006 Local Authority footprint results. Thu, 13 May 2010 14:46:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=497 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=497 A training course on Applied Systems Thinking will be held at the Findhorn Community in Moray between 5-8 June. Tue, 11 May 2010 14:38:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=494 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=494 On 5 May the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) published an interesting and accessible report exploring the 7% drop in energy-related carbon dioxide emissions in the United States in 2009. Tue, 11 May 2010 14:09:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=493 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=493 Ways of increasing the amount of land available for allotments in Scotland have been discussed at the first 'Growing Spaces' summit, held on 4 May at Falkland House, Fife. Tue, 11 May 2010 14:04:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=492 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=492 This qualitative research explored perceptions of bus services and barriers to use, amongst people who do not use buses often. The findings suggest that actions to encourage people to use the bus (more) should focus on highlighting the advantages, mitigating or challenging views of the disadvantages, and making it as easy as possible to use the bus. Tue, 11 May 2010 13:59:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=491 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=491 EPOCA (the European Research Project on Ocean Acidification) and CarboSchools are offering money from their activities to the school that demonstrates the highest potential for reducing its own CO2 emissions. Mon, 10 May 2010 14:07:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=482 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=482 On 30 April, the Housing Energy Efficiency Learning Network held its inaugural event in Glasgow. Mon, 10 May 2010 13:49:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=456 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=456 The 'Environment Tools' directory, launch by Aether consultancy and ENDs, allows comparisons of over 300 environmental accounting tools. Mon, 10 May 2010 12:52:00 GMT Sustainable Procurement http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=489 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=489 A free online conference and exhibition will be held on 4 June, focussing on the topic of sustainable refurbishment. Mon, 10 May 2010 12:33:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=488 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=488 Forum for the Future are working in partnership with a number of organisations on a project that aims to find solutions to how city-dwellers in the future can access what they need, without putting intolerable strain on the planet. Mon, 10 May 2010 12:02:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=487 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=487 On 27 April, the Green Alliance published a new pamphlet written by its Director, Stephen Hale, which outlines his personal view of how the UK and other governments should move forward at both global and national levels, by shaping their future climate change strategy around 12 ‘commandments’. Mon, 10 May 2010 11:39:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=486 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=486 Project Dirt is an active online community that joins up grassroots-level environmental projects. Mon, 10 May 2010 11:17:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=485 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=485 The Environment, Health and Development Network have recently added new pages to their website, focussing on 'Climate and Health'. Mon, 10 May 2010 10:22:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=484 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=484 A range of recent reports explore the role of the food system in tackling climate change. Mon, 10 May 2010 09:57:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=483 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=483 Four new research reports have recently been published on Sustainable Development Education Pedagogy. The Sustainable Development Education Network (SDEN) are holding a participatory event to examine this research and compare it with personal experiences. Sat, 8 May 2010 15:22:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=495 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=495 A national orchard gathering on 22 May aims to attract people from across Scotland to gather and share their experiences and enthusiasm for growing. Fri, 7 May 2010 14:56:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=481 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=481 The Carbon Trust are holding a free one-day workshop which will address the issues of how to carry out financial appraisal of projects and successfully secure the funding needed to take them forward. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:45:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=479 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=479 On 5 May, Sustainable Scotland Network members will gather in Stirling to promote learning and improve practice on climate change and sustainable development communications and behaviour change work by local government. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:40:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=473 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=473 Still haven't made up your mind on who to vote for on 6 May? Eight of the UK's environmental NGOs have jointly produced a document assessing the party manifestos on their climate change and natural environment commitments. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:35:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=425 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=425 The UK Climate Impacts Programme (UKCIP), With funding from Defra, has produced a searchable database of local authority case studies on adaptation. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:30:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=474 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=474 The Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE) have published a case study profiling the Cheonggyecheon Restoration Project, which created a 5.8km landscaped green pathway that runs alongside the revitalised Cheonggyecheon stream in Seoul, South Korea. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:25:00 GMT Sustainable Procurement http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=478 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=478 On 31 March Defra and the Office of Government Commerce (OGC) produced guidance that urges the public sector to ensure that adaptation is considered within procurement policy, so that projects are able to adapt to the climate change they might face over their lifetime. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:17:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=477 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=477 On 31 March the UK Government published plans that set out how every major department will address the challenge of climate change in the UK. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:01:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=476 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=476 The Scottish Fair Trade Forum and The Highland Council are hosting a conference in Inverness on 11 June entitled "Fair Trade in Local Government, Why Bother?". Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:28:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=475 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=475 In March the Royal Automobile Club (RAC) published a report entitled "Driving Down Emissions: The Potential of Low Carbon Vehicle Technology". Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:33:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=472 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=472 On 27 April, the New York Times published an interesting, in-depth piece examining the latest highs and lows in the development of the Masdar Initiative. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:40:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=471 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=471 In March the Improvement and Development Agency (IDeA) published "The Social Determinants of Health and the Role of Local Government", a collection of articles that assesses what local government can do to tackle the social conditions that lead to health inequalities. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:28:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=470 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=470 The April 2010 edition of the Clim-ATIC newsletter profiles some interesting local authority work on climate change adaptation. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:53:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=469 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=469 Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) have recently published details of their 'Sharing Good Practice' programme of events for 2010-11. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:46:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=468 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=468 The ‘Brave New City London’ debate on 24 March brought together experts from across the political, commercial and academic sectors to discuss the challenges to creating a sustainable urban environment. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:33:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=467 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=467 A European Environmental Agency (EEA) report published on 27 April finds that, while technological advances have produced cleaner vehicles, more and more passengers and goods are travelling further distances, thereby offsetting efficiency gains. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:06:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=466 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=466 The L.A. Times reported on 22 April about the launch of a bike-sharing initiative in Mexico City. Inspite of its reputation as a car-filled city, and its cobbled down-town area, the initiative is proving popular with residents. Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:37:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=464 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=464 The Scottish Climate Change Impacts Partnership (SCCIP) is hosting a climate change adaptation event run in partnership with Glasgow City Council on 10 June 2010. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:30:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=457 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=457 The new SSN news service is now up and running. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:20:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=458 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=458 We are extremely pleased to announce that John Swinney MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Sustainable Growth, will address this year’s SSN Conference on Thursday 4th November in Edinburgh. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:00:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=454 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=454 On 21 April the Scottish Government announced that Scottish Ministers have now laid four sets of draft regulations in the Scottish Parliament, all relating to the Climate Change (Scotland) Act. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:00:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=460 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=460 The SSN Sustainable Procurement Working Group (SPWG) met on 21 April to discuss progress on the Scottish Sustainable Procurement Action Plan and capacity building across local government. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:00:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=449 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=449 SSN publishes case studies revealing the Factors for Success in schools using the Schools Global Footprint Resource. The lessons from the case studies will be applied in practice on 4th May when Eco-Schools Assessors, SSN members and Education officers from across Scotland will be trained to assist teachers using the resource. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:29:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=441 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=441 On 23 March the Scottish Government published the discussion paper 'Towards a Low Carbon Economy for Scotland'. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:27:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=461 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=461 The SSN Steering Group met on Monday 26 April to discuss a range of development issues. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:11:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=459 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=459 The first NHS Trust consumption-based carbon footprint study was carried out in England by consultancies ARUP and CenSA. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:47:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=455 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=455 On 20 April the Scottish Government announced that a new boiler scrappage scheme, in which up to 5,000 households in Scotland will receive £400 towards the cost of a new boiler. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:17:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=453 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=453 On 31 March the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) published a consultation entitled "Meeting the low carbon skills challenge: a consultation on equipping people with the skills to take advantage of opportunities in the low carbon and resource efficient economy". Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:08:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=452 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=452 On 28 March, WWF Scotland announced that the residents of East Lothian were crowned the UK's first unofficial 'lights-out' champions. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 10:47:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=451 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=451 On 23 March the Department for Transport (DfT) published the full independent report that was commissioned to evaluate the results from the 'Sustainable Travel Towns' Tue, 27 Apr 2010 10:27:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=450 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=450 On 24 March the Chancellor Alistair Darling delivered a budget which included announcements on new investment in low carbon technologies. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 10:00:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=448 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=448 The January/February 2010 edition of the Journal of Industrial Ecology (JIE) is dedicated to the topic of sustainable production and consumption. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 19:38:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=447 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=447 On 23 March the Department for Food, Environment and Rural Affairs (Defra) announced that it has launched a consultation aimed at helping consumers identify goods and services that are genuinely better for the environment. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:57:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=446 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=446 The Scottish Government announced on 21 April that more Scottish homes are to be offered free or discounted insulation through the Home Insulation Scheme. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:43:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=445 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=445 The Improvement and Development Agency (IDeA) recently announced that it has published case studies examining two projects undertaken by Sheffield City Council that promote energy efficiency. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:23:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=444 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=444 The City of Edinburgh Council announced that it has launched advertising campaigns to encourage Edinburgh residents to take up energy efficiency measures, and to recycle more. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:02:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=443 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=443 The Energy Saving Trust has recently published an online resource called ‘Sustainable Energy in the Built Environment: Best Practice for Scottish Planners.’ Mon, 26 Apr 2010 17:43:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=442 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=442 A new website from the University of Glasgow has been launched that asks the question 'what's next for the health of society?'. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 17:18:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=440 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=440 In March 2010, the Glasgow and Clyde Valley Green Network published the 'Sowing and Growing Everywhere (SAGE)' report, which assessed the potential for 'urban food growing' in the Glasgow Metropolitan area. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 17:06:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=439 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=439 The Vision in Business for the Environment of Scotland (VIBES) Awards 2010 were launched on 16 March at the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:55:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=438 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=438 On 1 March, Forum for the Future published 'Stepping Up', a new report that sets out how public sector organisations can create better services for their citizens and customers by taking a sustainable approach. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:18:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=437 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=437 On 8 March the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) called for a phase-out of peat in compost material. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 17:41:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=435 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=435 On 18 March Glasgow City Council announced the launch of its Home Energy Advice Team - G.HEAT – that will provide advice and support on energy related issues to the city’s fuel poor households, in their homes. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 17:06:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=434 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=434 On 30 March, Fife Council announced that it had won three prestigious national Green Apple awards Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:52:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=433 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=433 Aberdeenshire Council published its draft Parks and Open Spaces Strategy on 17 March. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:35:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=432 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=432 Aberdeen City Council adopted a new Carbon Management Plan on 24 March, that the Council says could save the city up to £2million over the next five years. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:21:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=431 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=431 On 26 March Aberdeen City Council announced that the first of 94,000 trees to be planted in Aberdeen as part of the Tree for Every Resident project had been put into the ground. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:54:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=429 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=429 The 'Walking, Cycling, Connecting Communities' conference will take place on 25 May at the Radisson Blu hotel in Edinburgh. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:10:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=428 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=428 On 20 April, the European Environment Agency (EEA) announced that it has compiled a set of fact sheets presenting information on national waste strategies, targets and instruments for prevention and better management of waste. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 09:48:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=427 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=427 The Environmental Placement Programme (EPP) is run by The Green Business Partnership and matches innovative and talented students with businesses across Scotland in 8 week placements. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:31:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=426 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=426 A new report published on 30 March by the Royal Commission on Environmental Pollution (RCEP) argues that all new programmes and policies should be subject to a new "Climate Adaptation Test" to ensure faster adaptation to climate change. Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:34:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=421 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=421 The Scottish Government has announced a £3.2 million Freight Facilities Grant for Montrose Port Authority, to enable more freight to be transported on water rather than roads. Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:07:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=419 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=419 The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) is leading on a new Scottish Government Learning Network and the free inaugural event will be held at Hampden Park, Glasgow on 30 April. Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:01:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=415 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=415 The International Centre for Sustainable Cities (ICSC) was founded in 1993 and was created to bring the idea of urban sustainability into practical action. Fri, 16 Apr 2010 10:37:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=410 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=410 On 15 April, the European Environment Agency (EEA) announced that it now hosts detailed maps and land cover information for 117 European cities in the new 'Urban Atlas'. Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:16:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=416 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=416 On 15 April the Improvement and Development Agency (IDeA) published two new case studies on managing flood risk. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:57:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=408 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=408 On 17 February 2010, Ailsa Villegas (representing SSN) and Anna Beswick (SCCIP) were invited to attend a workshop on Climate Change Adaptation at the European Environment Agencies building in Copenhagen. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:52:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=407 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=407 The Univeristy of Strathclyde hosts a joint initiative to support independent, high quality research and link new thinking, ideas and knowledge to the development of skills and practice in the sustainable communities field. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:30:00 GMT Sustainable Procurement http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=390 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=390 SMART Sustainable Public Procurement (SMART SPP) is a European project which encourages public purchasers to use procurement procedures to further support the development of sustainable innovative technologies, and at the same time, keep financial costs at a minimum. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:22:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=420 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=420 On 14 April, the Scottish Government announced additional funds to support sustainable transport iniatives and renewable energy infrastructure. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 14:39:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=385 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=385 University of St Andrews launches 'Engage' website to facilitate knowledge exchange between Scottish Local Authorities on Carbon Emission reduction work. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 14:12:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=381 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=381 There are now 23 Scotland’s Climate Change Declaration annual reports for the year 2009 online. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 13:16:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=380 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=380 A one-day conference, "SEA as a tool to contribute to high level policy objectives" will take place at the University of Strathclyde on 7 May 2010. Tue, 6 Apr 2010 15:52:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=422 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=422 The Scottish Government has announced that, from October 2010, new buildings will be subject to enhanced energy efficiency standards. Mon, 5 Apr 2010 17:02:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=423 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=423 On 31 March the Scottish Government announced that 90 new community projects have received awards totalling over £5.5 million in the final tranche of funding from the Climate Challenge Fund (CCF). Mon, 5 Apr 2010 13:01:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=418 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=418 The CRC Energy Efficiency Scheme was officially launched on 1 April. Mon, 5 Apr 2010 12:26:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=417 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=417 The Improvement and Development Agency (IDeA) recently announced that the new Local Innovation Awards Scheme website has been launched, replacing the Beacon scheme site which closed on 31 March 2010. Mon, 5 Apr 2010 11:48:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=414 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=414 On 24 March the European Environment Agency (EEA) published Signals 2010, a report which tells six stories about people and the environmental issues they live with today. Mon, 5 Apr 2010 11:30:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=413 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=413 The Green Alliance published a report on 24 March which states that, if the UK’s electricity networks aren’t modernised as a matter of urgency, the UK will be unable to meet its own carbon reduction targets. Mon, 5 Apr 2010 11:17:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=412 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=412 On 30 March Global Climate Network published a new report that focuses on the emerging debate concerning the creation of ‘low-carbon’ jobs. Mon, 5 Apr 2010 10:52:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=411 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=411 On 30 March the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) announced that it has published new interactive online maps profiling Scotland's waste infrastructure. Thu, 1 Apr 2010 15:01:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=372 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=372 The Scottish Sustainable Development Forum wants to hear about people working in all areas of Scottish society from housing, health and education to energy, transport and waste management. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 17:28:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=369 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=369 Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking two individuals to support the delivery of the Council’s Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Carbon Management agendas. Thu, 25 Mar 2010 13:02:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=365 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=365 The Scottish Sustainable Development Forum (SSDF) has a new and vibrant website. Thu, 25 Mar 2010 12:57:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=364 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=364 On 11 February the Green Alliance published a new report on improving the way climate change is communicated to the public. Thu, 25 Mar 2010 12:49:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=363 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=363 SSN attended the annual COSLA Conference from 3 - 5 March. Thu, 25 Mar 2010 10:17:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=362 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=362 Fairtrade Fortnight 2010 stimulated debate and discussion in many corners of the country, including in The Scottish Parliament. Thu, 25 Mar 2010 09:59:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=361 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=361 A record breaking 28 Scottish local authorities have officially signed up to take part in Earth Hour 2010. Wed, 24 Mar 2010 10:13:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=360 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=360 The March SSN newsletter is now available for you to download. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:22:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=399 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=399 The UK Government has announced that it is “on track” to meet its first carbon budget, following the publication of the annual statement of emissions for 2008 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:21:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=382 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=382 The latest information on the ‘State of the Environment’ in Perth and Kinross is to made available on the Council’s website. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:31:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=401 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=401 On 15 March the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) published its Marine Energy Action Plan. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 17:18:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=377 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=377 The Tyndall Centre have recently produced a working paper, outlining research into how people use and perceive smart meters. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 17:04:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=374 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=374 As the lead partner in the North Sea Sustainable Energy Planning (NSSEP) Project, Dundee college is engaged in examining techniques to insulate buildings by focussing on construction technique and craftsmanship. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:27:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=389 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=389 A public sector network established last year in Central America is working to encourage the public sector to consume sustainably. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:25:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=388 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=388 The Danish city of Aalborg plans to put a strong emphasis on cycling by developing the concept of ‘Cycling City Aalborg’ over the next three years. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:20:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=387 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=387 Bristol’s walking website has been used by 14,616 people according to figures from its first year of operation. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:18:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=386 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=386 The City of Bristol is one of eight finalists in the European Green Capital Award 2010 and 2011. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:18:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=398 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=398 The UK Government has confirmed funding to ScottishPower's Longannet site for design and development studies as part of the competition to build one of the world's first commercial scale carbon capture and storage demonstration plants. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:28:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=383 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=383 Survey commissioned by Edinburgh and Midlothian Councils shows majority of public understand need to move away from landfilling of waste and benefits of using a mix of technologies to treat waste as a future resource. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:01:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=354 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=354 Glasgow City Council held a Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan consultation workshop on 9 March at the City Chambers. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:01:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=394 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=394 The Scottish Government and Scottish Enterprise have published a Carbon Capture and Storage Roadmap, which they see as “a comprehensive set of actions to put Scotland at the forefront of CCS development.” Fri, 5 Mar 2010 16:45:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=405 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=405 The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) have published new guidelines on 5 March, aimed at helping English regional authorities assess the potential for renewable and low-carbon energy in their area. Fri, 5 Mar 2010 16:10:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=396 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=396 Scotland will plant 100 million trees by 2015 as part of a drive to cut emissions, the Scottish Government pledged on 5 March. Fri, 5 Mar 2010 10:05:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=347 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=347 With only 22 days to go until WWF's Earth Hour event, 21 Scottish local authorities have now officially signed up to take part in the lights-off campaign. Thu, 4 Mar 2010 17:14:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=376 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=376 On 4 March, the Scottish Government reported that Courtauld Commitment 2, a voluntary waste reduction agreement for major grocery retailers and brand owners, supported by Zero Waste Scotland, has launched new targets. Thu, 4 Mar 2010 16:16:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=397 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=397 The Scottish Government has announced that Edinburgh will host a major conference aimed at harnessing financial innovation to fund the creation of major green infrastructure projects and support global climate change goals. Wed, 3 Mar 2010 16:36:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=402 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=402 A report discussing how the UK can save £24 billion through measures which jointly help prevent air pollution and climate change was published by Defra on 3 March. Wed, 3 Mar 2010 14:36:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=371 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=371 On 3 March Communities Secretary John Denham and Environment Secretary Hilary Benn announced a range of measures intended to bring under-used and uncared for land in England back into use to enable more people to grow their own fruit and veg. Wed, 3 Mar 2010 14:34:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=384 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=384 Angus Council reported on 3 March that the dimming of street lights in parts of Angus has been hailed a success, and the trial will now be extended to other suitable sites. Tue, 2 Mar 2010 16:42:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=404 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=404 The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has launched a consultation seeking views on a proposal to allow local authorities from across Great Britain to sell electricity generated by renewable sources. Tue, 2 Mar 2010 16:24:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=400 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=400 The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has announced the launch of the ‘Warm Homes, Greener Homes’ strategy, which aims to cut emissions from the UK’s homes by 29% by 2020. Tue, 2 Mar 2010 14:27:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=370 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=370 New research on the UK’s six Cycling Demonstration Towns, published on 2 March, shows that there has been a 10 per cent reduction in the number of people classified as physically inactive in the towns. Mon, 1 Mar 2010 17:07:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=375 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=375 The Scottish Government published ‘Designing Streets: A Policy Statement for Scotland’ on 1 March. Mon, 1 Mar 2010 16:05:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=395 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=395 The Scottish Government has announced that Andres Duany, who drew up designs for rebuilding work in Louisiana and Mississippi after Hurricane Katrina, is set to run low carbon community design workshops, known as 'charrettes', in Dumfries, Aberdeen and Fife. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:39:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=403 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=403 On 26 February, the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) announced the publication of their new ‘Short Guide to Carbon Offsetting’. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:49:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=406 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=406 The Department for Transport announced on 25 February that, from January 2011, motorists will be able to receive up to £5,000 to buy an electric car via a Plug-in Car Grant. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:09:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=338 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=338 A new readable guide focusing on the psychology of climate change is available to download from the Centre for Research on Environmental Decision (CRED) at Columbia University. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:36:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=337 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=337 On 2 February the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) published final 2008 estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions. Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:09:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=336 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=336 Carboon, the Bonn Center for Local Climate Action and Reporting, was established in December 2009 as an initiative of ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability and the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:08:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=335 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=335 Today, 24 February, SSN attended the launch of the Committee on Climate Change (CCC) advice to Scottish Ministers on meeting the greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets in the Climate Change (Scotland) Act. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:54:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=392 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=392 A multiplying band of companies - predominantly from the Netherlands - are linking part of the bonuses senior managers receive to sustainability. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 14:55:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=334 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=334 On 8 February the Scottish Government announced that a new group to lead Scotland's public sector in cutting carbon emissions has met for the first time. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:23:00 GMT Sustainable Procurement http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=333 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=333 In September 2009 Defra produced 'A Scoping Study On Sustainable Procurement Tools And Databases' to document the wide range of procurement tools available. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:14:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=332 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=332 In January the Young Foundation and the Improvement and Development Agency (IDeA) published a new report which describes how practical wellbeing projects across the country are delivering economic and social benefits. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:05:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=331 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=331 With 32 days to go until WWF's Earth Hour event, fourteen Scottish local authorities have now signed up to take part and others are keen to get involved. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:55:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=330 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=330 In January the Local Government Association (LGA) published a new guide, aimed at elected members, as part of its 'Be aware, be prepared, take action' series. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:46:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=329 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=329 On 21 January, City of Edinburgh Council approved the early installation of an automated meter reading system in 422 Council buildings. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:27:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=327 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=327 You can now download the February edition of the SSN newsletter. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:56:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=393 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=393 U.N. climate chief Yvo de Boer has announced he will step down in July to join a consultancy group Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:10:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=321 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=321 Glasgow Launches Bid to Become one of Europe's Most Sustainable Cities Mon, 8 Feb 2010 15:32:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=391 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=391 A new report, ‘Cutting Back on Carbon Spending’, published by the Green Alliance argues that the government could slash £12 billion off the national debt through a package of public spending cuts and the abolition of tax allowances that promote growth in carbon emissions. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:39:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=312 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=312 SSN responds to the Scottish Government's Energy Efficiency Action Plan consultation. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:45:00 GMT Sustainable Procurement http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=304 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=304 The European Observatory on Fair Trade Public Procurement is a Europe-wide platform for those interested in Fair Public Procurement. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:32:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=303 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=303 The Scottish Government has funded Local Footprints to continue in 2010. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:08:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=302 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=302 2009 reporting on Scotland's Climate Change Declaration shows a marked improvement on 2008. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:02:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=300 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=300 WWF are calling on Scottish Local Authorities to get involved in Earth Hour 2010. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:57:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=299 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=299 City of Edinburgh Council and Aberdeen City Council have signed up to the 10:10 climate change campaign. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:22:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=295 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=295 You can now download the January 2010 edition of the SSN newsletter. Tue, 5 Jan 2010 11:51:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=298 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=298 Aberdeen City Council has been certified with the Carbon Trust Standard. Tue, 8 Dec 2009 12:58:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=305 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=305 Scotland's Climate Change Adaptation Framework published by Scottish Government on 8 December. Fri, 4 Dec 2009 11:17:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=339 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=339 Sustainability communications organisation Futerra have launched their latest report focussing on the need to develop tangible, desirable and aspirational visions of a positive low carbon future. Wed, 2 Dec 2009 13:00:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=306 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=306 SDC Scotland publishes the Third Annual Assessment of the Scottish Government's progress on sustainable development. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:08:00 GMT Sustainable Development http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=307 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=307 Former Chair of SDC publishes new report on the standing of sustainable development in government. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:04:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=301 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=301 East Ayrshire Council has announced that green burials are now available in the area. Mon, 9 Nov 2009 14:34:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=311 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=311 On 9 November 2009 the Scottish Government announced the start of its home insulation scheme. Sun, 1 Nov 2009 12:23:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=233 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=233 Download resources from the SSN Annual Conference 2009. Sun, 1 Nov 2009 11:17:00 GMT Footprint and Sustainable Consumption http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=294 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=294 SSN and WWF Scotland today publish a briefing note in response to the updated Outcome Indicators menu for Single Outcome Agreements published by the Improvement Service on 20th November. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:18:00 GMT Sustainable Procurement http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=308 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=308 The Scottish Government has published the Scottish Sustainable Procurement Action Plan. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:21:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=309 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=309 Falkirk Council wins PR award for 'Carbon Crusader' carbon emissions campaign. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:25:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=310 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=310 Bristol City Council publishes a study on the implications of peak oil. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:36:00 GMT Climate Change http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=314 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=314 Scottish Government first administration in world to produce carbon assessment alongside budget. Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:57:00 GMT Local Government http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=313 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=313 On 10 September, Fife Council launched its Carbon Emissions Reduction Plan (CERP). Wed, 13 May 2009 10:43:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=193 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=193 Representatives from 18 of Scotland's 32 local authorities attended Sustainable Scotland Network's April 2009 Quarterly Meeting in Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Thu, 13 Nov 2008 10:04:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=147 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=147 Accounting for Sustainable Development Wed, 7 Nov 2007 13:20:00 GMT SSN http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=90 http://www.sustainable-scotland.net/news.asp?id=90 The Sustainable Scotland website has been re-designed ready for this year's annual conference taking place on 8th and 9th November.