Environmental action and young people
This article in The Conversation (June 24, 2021) explores why some young people want an alternative to protests.
Nominations for Learning for Sustainability Awards now open
These awards help recognise the amazing achievements of Scotland’s people and the settings, schools and communities to building a socially-just, sustainable and equitable world. To find out more, including the award categories and how to nominate, visit the LfS award website
Flesh-eating bugs: beetles turn death into life
This fascinating article in the Conversation (June 22, 2021) explores the world of soil and life cycle of carrion beetles, and their vital role in stabilising soil biology. This is essential if the soil system is to act as a carbon sink and help reduce atmospheric carbon emissions.
Jim gets a job for a day in Environmental Conservation
Check out what Jim learns at St Cyrus National Nature Reserve, plus watch other videos in this series.
Naming the birds
Did you know that there are over 7,000 English names for birds? This article in The Conversation (18 June, 2021) explores how we name birds teaches us about our changing relationship with nature.
Forest Changemakers
Read this inspiring story of how young people in the Highlands have created a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) trail in Abriachan forest. This has been shared by STRIDE, the Global Citizenship magazine for schools.
