Sustainable Scotland

Royal Highland Show focuses on sustainability

In this podcast, in association with the Royal Highland Show, we explore agriculture and sustainability, as well as the Show's own focus on sustainability ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Financing Decarbonisation

Saving the planet needs smart investment. For this to happen effectively projects need to be supported that deliver positive environmental and social impact. A new The Scotsman Sustainable Scotland podcast, in association with law firm Womble Bond Dickinson, explores the topic of Financing Decarbonisation, and the related challenges and opportunities. The Financing Decarbonisation podcast features Chris McLauchlan, who is a partner in the banking team at Womble Bond Dickinson and also the firm’s Edinburgh office community engagement partner, and Simon Crichton, head of nature, food and resource at Triodos Bank UK. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Sustainable Scotland: Future proofing Scotch whisky for the years to come

Scotch whisky is enjoyed across the world and there are still vast opportunities to reach new consumers, particularly with the recent UK-India trade deal. But the world is constantly changing, so it’s vital that Scotch stays relevant to ensure its continued success in the years to come. A new episode of The Scotsman’s Sustainable Scotland podcast delves into the topic of ‘The future of Scotch whisky in changing times'. This reflects on an event Scottish family business McLaren Packaging held in association with The Scotsman earlier this year at Barnbougle Castle on Dalmeny Estate in Edinburgh. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Why the time is right to switch to a heat pump

While most people aspire to live more sustainably, some may be put off from switching to greener energy sources for various reasons, such as being unsure about the best options available. A new episode of The Scotsman’s Sustainable Scotland podcast, in association with Aira, a clean energy-tech business, focuses on the benefits of air source heat pumps and looks to dispel any myths. Nicola Mahmood, Head of Region at Aira, and Robin Parker, Mission Manager of Sustainable Future Mission, at Nesta, an innovation agency for social good, participated in the podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Why it's vital to decarbonise Scotland's home 'at pace'

It is vital that Scotland’s homes are decarbonised at pace if the country’s target of reaching net zero emissions by 2045 - five years ahead of the rest of the UK - is to be met. This topic is the focus of a new episode of The Scotsman Sustainable Scotland podcast, in association with social enterprise Changeworks.  The podcast features: Josiah Lockhart, chief executive of Changeworks; Sam Cribb, retrofit strategic development manager at Changeworks; and Rebecca Lovell, senior business model consultant at Energy Systems Catapult, a not-for-profit organisation that works to accelerate the journey to net zero. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.