The charter is a pledge to put climate, nature, and the benefits of green and blue health at the centre of decision-making and action, so that the natural environment and people have improved health, wellbeing and resilience. When you sign the charter, you...
Highland Charter for Climate, Nature and Health
This is an initiative set up by Highland Council’s “Highland Adapts” programme, Highland Environmental Forum, Think Health Think Nature and Highlands & Islands Climate Hub. It is asking individuals or organisations to pledge to “put climate, nature, and the...
Introducing Katy Lawrence: Climate Development Officer for Skye and Lochalsh
We are delighted to welcome Katy Lawrence, who has already launched herself into the climate action scene in Skye and Lochalsh with bags of energy and ideas for supporting local projects. Read on to find out more: Hello, my name is Katy Lawrence and I am a...
Scottish National Adaptation Plan (2024-2029)
The Draft Scottish National Adaptation Plan (2024 – 2029) considers 'Actions today, for a climate resilient future'. The draft plan seeks the public’s views on how to protect and restore nature, improve green spaces and help prepare businesses for the risks and the...
Scotland’s climate is changing faster than predicted
The independent James Hutton Institute in Aberdeen says climate changes that were expected to be seen over the next three decades in Scotland are already happening. The changes could affect crop productivity, change ecosystem functions and undermine efforts to restore...
Healthy Homes for Skye, Raasay and Lochalsh : help get to 400 responses
Our Healthy Homes for Skye, Raasay & Lochalsh project has received 330 responses from residents. Help us get to 400 by sharing the link.
Earth Day Parade Inverness 22nd April
XR Inverness are organising an Earth Day parade to rally around the latest IPCC report and get the message across that meaningful action on the climate emergency is needed now. Fun, friendly and creative. Contact XR if you can help or want to join in.
Healthy Homes for Skye, Raasay and Lochalsh is live! Take the survey.
Our Healthy Homes for Skye, Raasay & Lochalsh project has launched! We encourage all households in the area to take the survey to find out the number of homes that are draughty, damp and expensive to keep warm. See the post for survey links.
Raasay Community Climate Festival 25th March
Join in Raasay’s climate festival to celebrate the Carbon Neutral islands Project. 25th March, 12-6 pm
New Climate Officer to support Skye & Lochalsh community climate work
The Highlands and Islands Climate Hub, based in Thurso, has just appointed a Senior Development Officer to support and empower community-led climate action in South-West Highland, including Skye and Lochalsh. We're looking forward to welcoming the new recruit and...