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Scotland shows off action to tackle climate change

Climate Change adaptation experts from across Europe – and beyond – are gathered in Glasgow this week.

Scotland and the new north

Investing in a low carbon future can bring significant opportunities for northern nations, the First Minister has set out in an address at the Arctic Circle Assembly.

Eyes of northern Europe on Scotland as Arctic Circle Forum gets underway

Furthering relationships with Arctic countries is helping Scotland to become a fairer and more prosperous nation, according to First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.

Robotics experts focus on industry challenges

Robotics and artificial intelligence researchers are lending their expertise to a raft of newly funded projects with industry applications.

Multi-million investment backs sustainable, low-carbon companies

The University of Edinburgh has moved £60m of its investments into businesses that directly benefit the environment.

Gene experts set to tackle pest control

Experts at The Roslin Institute are to investigate how genetic techniques could be applied to help control pest species.

Blight on Scottish forests

Scientists from Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) and the University of Edinburgh have completed an in-depth study to show how exotic pine tree species planted next to native Scots pine forests should be removed to limit the risk of disease to native trees.

Rare dinosaur footprints give clues to lost era

Dozens of giant footprints discovered on a Scottish island are helping shed light on an important period in dinosaur evolution.

IndigoVision, Boston Networks and Dell Technologies team up with Social Bite to tackle homelessness in Scotland

Developer of complete end-to-end video security solutions, IndigoVision, along with their Authorized Partner Boston Networks and valued Technology Partner Dell Technologies, has provided Social Bite with a security system for their Social Bite Village.

New children's nursery opens at Easter Bush

After many years, based within the grounds of Roslin BioCentre, the experienced team of Forest Friends Nursery have moved to a brand new nursery, Arcadia at Easter Bush Campus.

ECCI to help deliver on UK climate targets

ECCI will help deliver a new £3.5 million initiative to boost climate action in Edinburgh, Belfast and Leeds.

Scottish EDGE launches Circular Economy EDGE Award

Businesses with innovative circular economy business ideas could be in the running for up to £100k support from Scottish EDGE thanks to a new funding award supported by Zero Waste Scotland.

Device could deliver wave energy to thousands

A wave energy technology is being developed that could help generate low-cost electricity for thousands of houses.

Edinburgh mapping platform the choice for cocoa farming deforestation initiative

Ghana is stepping up its commitment to help end deforestation due to cocoa farming, by partnering with Ecometrica, the downstream space and sustainability company.

Call for policy makers to protect pollinators

Pollinating insects could thrive if improvements are made to agri-environment schemes across Europe, a new study led by Scotland’s Rural College has found.

New Locate in Midlothian website launched

If you’re looking to start a new business venture, grow your existing company, relocate with your family or simply want to visit the area, the newly launched Locate in Midlothian website gives you all the tools, support and information you need.

International declaration agreed

The Scottish Government is leading a global push to ensure action is taken at all levels to protect biodiversity.

Scale of fish farm emissions revealed

Global aquaculture generates around the same amount of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions as the sheep industry, according to new research.

Sustainable lab scheme cuts plastic waste and costs

Reduction and reuse approach could reduce the amount of plastic discarded in a lab by 500kg a year.

Mistletoe under spotlight of major DNA study

Mistletoe has been a frivolous part of Christmas festivities for centuries, but now scientists sense that untangling the plants complex make-up could lead to lasting benefits.

Digital potential of a sustainable natural economy

The role of digital in securing a green rural economy is the focus of a joint virtual conference being held by SRUC and Teagasc on 9th February.

Cycling challenge arrives in Midlothian

Midlothian Council is encouraging Midlothian residents and those who work in the area to join the Ride it Out challenge.

£11.6 million for university research and innovation

Scottish universities are getting a funding boost to help them compete for research projects together with industry partners.

Global green start-up contest comes to Edinburgh

The world’s largest green business ideas competition is being hosted in Scotland for the first time by the Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation (ECCI).

Berry healthy

The trend for fermented foods and non-alcoholic soft drinks is being embraced by a Scottish social enterprise with the help of consultants from SRUC.

Sustainable nylon production made possible by bacteria discovery

Nylon manufacture could be revolutionised by the discovery that bacteria can make a key chemical involved in the process, without emitting harmful greenhouse gases.

Stronger ties with China on horizon

University of Edinburgh in talks to develop new partnerships that will provide improved medical, energy, and animal health technologies in China.

Algae could feed and fuel planet with aid of new hi-tech tool

Vast quantities of medicines and renewable fuels could be produced by algae using a new gene-editing technique, a study suggests.

Ingenza embarks on collaborative project to recycle CO2

Ingenza announce collaboration with the University of Dundee and Drochaid Research Services on a highly innovative project that aims to reduce the waste carbon dioxide generated by industrial biotech manufacturing applications.

Sea change in Scottish beach surveillance

Members of the public can play a vital role in helping marine scientists gather data on animal strandings and the condition of Scotland’s beaches with a new free app.

Easter Bush Campus to create wildlife haven for hedgehogs

The Campus is taking part in a national campaign to raise awareness of the plight of hedgehogs and to help safeguard their future.

Next phase for hedgehog-friendly campus plans

Efforts are ongoing to make the Easter Bush Campus a place where hedgehogs can safely feed, shelter and breed.

Nurture with nature

Edinburgh Technopole hosted Glencorse Primary School pupils in a fun and educational afternoon planting bulbs and seeds on the Midlothian Science Park.

The sheep of things to come

SRUC researchers are looking at ways of breeding sheep and goats to cope with climate change.

Scots scientists explore options on organic oilseed

Scientists have teamed up with farmers and industry to explore the possibility of growing organic oilseed rape (Canola) in Scotland for the first time.

Natural evolution for SRUC

A focus on the sustainable natural economy is at the heart of a refreshed vision and mission for Scotland's Rural College (SRUC).

Caffeine delivers insight into drug resistance

The management of fungal infections in plants and humans could be transformed by a breakthrough in understanding how fungi develop resistance to drugs.

Solar farm boosts University of Edinburgh’s zero carbon bid

A solar farm that will play a vital role in helping the University of Edinburgh become carbon neutral by 2040 is nearing completion.

Clean sweep for female entrepreneurs at Converge 2020 Awards

Female entrepreneurs have emerged as winners from the three main ‘Challenge’ categories in the 2020 Converge Awards, Scotland’s annual celebration of academic innovation and entrepreneurship.

Report highlights challenge in meeting UK net-zero carbon goals for livestock

Independent report assessing the carbon intensity of UK livestock production systems has found technologies cannot currently deliver even half the industry’s 2050 carbon emissions reduction goal.

DNA insights could help protect manta rays

Researchers, including those from Easter Bush Campus, provide evidence for a potential new ray species and suggest improvements to conservation approach.

SRUC looks to add another string to its bow

SRUC is part of a £3 million research and development programme to explore ideas that could go on to become major UK festivals in 2022.

World first in conserving genetic diversity in the wild

Scientists have developed a world-first method to help understand and conserve genetic diversity in some of our most iconic wild species.

SRUC appoints first Professor of Rural Entrepreneurship

An academic who plays a key role in the United Nations’ Global Peatland Initiative has been appointed the first Professor of Rural Entrepreneurship at SRUC.

Pollinators make a B-Line through Midlothian

B-Lines are a series of 'insect pathways' running through our countryside and towns - and Midlothian Science Zone is now on the map, recognised for its wildflower-rich habitats of benefit to bees, butterflies and other wildlife.

Midlothian businesses encouraged to sign Midlothian Business Green Pledge

Businesses in Midlothian are encouraged to sign a new Midlothian Business Green Pledge designed to support businesses in their endeavours to be environmentally friendly.

Disease and environment drive adaptation in bivalves

Gene study led by the Roslin Institute provides insight into adaptation of key seafood species to environmental challenges.

Farmers need to adopt agroecological practices

Scottish livestock farmers need to be supported to adopt nature-based farming practices which could contribute to climate and biodiversity goals, new research has found.

Positioning peatlands at heart of climate change debate

As part of COP26, SRUC will be co-hosting a Peatland Pavilion to highlight the importance of peatlands as major global stores of soil carbon over a variety of sessions with leading experts.

Researchers play key role in Science Festival

Experts from across the University of Edinburgh are sharing their knowledge with audiences at Edinburgh Science from 6 to 21 April.

Climate lessons could aid antibiotics challenge

Efforts to control the rise of antibiotic resistance could be informed by lessons learned from the climate change crisis, research suggests.

The Princess Royal visits Moredun

Her Royal Highness, The Princess Royal attended a special event held at Pentlands Science Park to celebrate Moredun’s commitment to the contribution of livestock to food production, biodiversity and the environment.

Royal Commission Fellowship a first for Ingenza

1851 Royal Commission Fellowship has funded innovative doctoral research with commercial potential for Dr Stephen McColm to develop an enhanced DNA assembly approach based on the company’s proprietary inABLE® technology.

Midlothian Council declares climate emergency

Midlothian Council has declared a ‘Climate Emergency’ with the aim of making the council’s activities net-zero carbon by 2030.

Sugar beet to return to Scotland after 50 years

Rural Innovation Support Service (RISS) group to look into the feasibility and steps required to re-establish the crop and its processing in eastern Scotland.

New deal brings innovative sea lice treatment closer to market

The development of an innovative new treatment method to control lice in farmed salmon has moved a step closer with the merging of interests between two proven experts in the field.

Taking an alternative approach to crops

Specialists from Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) and the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute are looking at how to make the most of the natural environment to tackle global challenges.

Comic book helps communicate benefits of genetic gain in tropical livestock

A new comic book developed by the Centre for Tropical Livestock Genetics and Health (CTLGH) is being used to inspire young people about the power of genetics and how it can provide solutions in the real world.

Call for farmers to shape future policy

Farmers are invited to share tips on how to tackle the climate and biodiversity crisis in a new study led by researchers at SRUC, in partnership with Moredun Research Institute and The James Hutton Institute.

Student award aids efforts to safeguard hedgehogs

Student Experience Grant enables further measures to encourage and protect wildlife at Easter Bush site.

Plant a tree at EPP Environmental Centre

EPP Environmental Centre is located in a parkland setting in Midlothian Science Zone and in support of COP26 will plant a tree for new orders placed before 12 November (T&Cs apply)