The Scottish Government's independent advisory body on sustainable development
Focus on Sustainability in Scotland
We are proud to present the best examples of your contributions to sustainable development in Scotland. For a complete list of Scottish case studies, click here.
» Kingsway Food Waste Project
Dunbarton Road Corridor Environment Trust has developed a community food waste collection project in the high rise flats at Kingsway Court in Scotstoun, Glasgow. The project is seeing an average of half a tonne of waste diverted a week from 230 participant flats.
» A'Chrannag Tower
A'Chrannag Tower is one of Europe’s most energy efficient social housing projects built to date. It manages to reduce the heat requirements to 1KW, thus eliminating the need for a dedicated heating system for each flat.
» Perthshire Big Tree Country
The Big Tree Country is a partnership project, led by the Perth & Kinross Countryside Trust which aims to contribute to the development of the local economy through tourism and outdoor pursuits and involve the local community.
» Cream O’Galloway
A unique group of 3 small businesses operated by the Finlay Family, aiming to be as sustainable, responsible and ethical as possible. Cream O'Galloway Dairy Company produces 200,000 litres of organic ice cream each year which is sold all over the UK.
» The Scottish Seabird Centre
The Scottish Seabird Centre, provides a unique and unusual venue within breathtaking surroundings. The centre was built with a strong ecological agenda that included energy and material use.
» Sustainable Tourism in Scotland
The Tourism & Environment Forum is a partnership of public and private organisations set up to promote sustainable tourism in Scotland.
» Food for Life
The Food for Life project is introducing local, fresh produce into schools in the Scottish Highlands. The project is run with the support of the Soil Association.
