Sustainable Scotland

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.

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.

If net zero emission targets are to be met, it is vital for a circular economy model to be embraced, according to experts. Vegware, an Edinburgh-headquartered company committed to playing its role in circularity and promoting the bioeconomy. Vegware is a compostable food service packaging firm that also provides the Close the Loop composting collection offering. In the latest episode of The Scotsman’s Sustainable Scotland podcast, in association with Vegware, the concept of how circularity and the bioeconomy work in practice is explored. Taking part in the podcast are: Dr Jen Vanderhoven, chief operating officer of the Bio-based and Biodegradable Industries Association (BBIA); Phoebe Russell, waste management consultant for Vegware; and Andy Stahly, environment manager at St Andrews University.

Sustainability is arguably at or near the top of the agenda for individuals and organisations now more than ever as net zero targets get closer. But the green landscape can be difficult to navigate given the number of buzzwords and phrases that abound. A new edition of The Scotsman’s Sustainable Scotland podcast, in partnership with independent UK law firm Burges Salmon delves into the topics of natural capital, sustainable land use and nature-based solutions to help listeners make sense of these concepts and their role in the push to net zero

Scotch whisky is a long-term industry. The Scotsman, in association with E.ON, recently brought together a selection of experts to discuss how to future-proof Scotch whisky. Highlights of that insightful discussion can be heard in a new Sustainable Scotland podcast, in partnership with E.ON.

Scotland has a well-publicised and ambitious target of reaching net zero emissions of all greenhouse gases by 2045 – five years ahead of the rest of the UK. For this to be achieved, businesses of all sizes must work together to tackle climate change. The latest podcast in The Scotsman’s Sustainable Scotland series, entitled ‘Empowering the Transition’ and in partnership with The Scottish Business Climate Collaboration (SBCC)*, explores this challenge and highlights the opportunities.

The latest Scotsman Sustainable Scotland podcast, in partnership with Royal Bank of Scotland, examines the challenges and opportunities for hospitality SMEs and the help on offer. It focuses on Climate Springboard, a collaboration between Royal Bank and the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute, which works with SMEs to assist them in their sustainability ambitions.

Businesses of all sizes, and particularly small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), should be supported in their efforts to cut carbon emissions as this is good for their bottom line, as well as being of benefit to the environment. Participants in the latest Scotsman Sustainable Scotland podcast, in partnership with Royal Bank of Scotland, explained how taking action now to reach net zero can give businesses a boost in several ways. Judith Cruickshank, managing director of the commercial bank at Royal Bank of Scotland and the climate sponsor for the commercial bank across NatWest group, along with Dave Reay, professor of carbon management and education at the University of Edinburgh, and director of Edinburgh Climate Change Institute at the University of Edinburgh, discussed the ways in which businesses can be more sustainable.