Events

  • Sustainable Smart Building International Capabilities

    As the government and industry work towards net zero emissions by 2050, there are opportunities to develop digital frameworks for smart energy sector. Join Scottish Enterprise for a webinar on digitalisation of green energy and explore opportunities in renewable energy.

  • Statutory Guidance Engagement Workshop: Sustainable Procurement and the CE

    Why are these Statutory Guidance stakeholder engagement workshops taking place? SSN is working with the Scottish Government to support the development of new Statutory Guidance on Public Bodies' Climate Change Duties. The guidance is being co-developed this year with contributions from across the Scottish public sector. Formal public consultation will take place in spring/summer 2024. […]

  • The business benefits of running a sustainable business

    It’s becoming increasingly important to customers to source their products from companies who have strong green credentials. This webinar will show how by becoming more sustainable you can increase sales and profits. We will look at: Understanding the problem What is sustainability and why it is important Innovation Profiting from being a green business Embracing […]

  • The business benefits of running a sustainable business

    It’s becoming increasingly important to customers to source their products from companies who have strong green credentials. This webinar will show how by becoming more sustainable you can increase sales and profits. We will look at: Understanding the problem What is sustainability and why it is important Innovation Profiting from being a green business Embracing […]

  • Responsible Tourism for a Sustainable Future

    In an exciting new partnership, VisitScotland are working with The Travel Corporation (TTC) and the Travel Foundation, to host a free “Responsible Tourism for a Sustainable Future” webinar. The one-hour webinar on Tuesday 19 March will offer Scottish tourism businesses an insight into what global tour operators are looking for when choosing a business to […]

  • Clean Heat 2024

    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Glasgow Central 36 Cambridge Street, Glasgow

    Scottish Enterprise invites you to join us on 27 March for Clean Heat 2024 in Glasgow. Throughout the day we’ll hear from a range of experts, including Local Authorities, providing an overview of their Local Heat and Energy Efficiency Strategies highlighting the scale of the Clean Heat opportunity in Scotland. We will also spotlight Scottish […]

  • ASSC regional gathering: navigating change, embracing opportunity

    Perth Theatre Mill Street, Perth

    The ASSC invites you to their first regional gathering of 2024, aimed at businesses and organisations involved in the self-catering sector. The afternoon will kick off with ample networking opportunities, bringing together fellow operators, tourism professionals, and the dedicated team at ASSC. It's a prime chance to connect with several dynamic partners and enjoy a […]

  • Your journey to net zero – our climate action resources

    Join Tiomóid Foley, Responsible Tourism – Net Zero Manager at VisitScotland, to learn more about the new climate action guide and workbook. This is a new practical resource for tourism businesses to help you measure your emissions and build a climate action plan for your business. In this free webinar, Tiomóid will cover: an overview of the climate action […]

  • Sustainable Scotland Network Conference 2024

    We’re thrilled to announce the return of SSN’s Annual Conference on public sector climate action. This year's Conference will address the key challenges and opportunities facing the public sector as we move from ambition into action on climate change, resilience and sustainability. Taking place online on Wednesday 22nd May 2024, the Conference will welcome public sector colleagues, SSN […]

  • Industry Decarbonisation Opportunities in France: Dunkirk at the forefront of industry decarbonation

    Ahead of the scoping mission to be organised by Scottish Development International, Neccus cluster and partners in September 2024 in Dunkirk, this webinar will present France’s flagship industry decarbonation projects and opportunities of collaboration for the Scottish supply chain, with a focus on Dunkirk, home of one of Europe’s most ambitious industry decarbonisation projects. This […]

  • Circular Communities Toolkit Launch

    The circular economy can bring with it many advantages beyond just being better for our environment. With the launch of the Circular Communities Toolkit, find out how your local area can get involved and what the benefits could be for your communities! Co-presented by Kimberley Guthrie, Chief Officer, Scotland’s Towns Partnership with Deborah Mooney, Consultant […]

  • Summer School 2024: Innovation in Town and City Climate Action

    University of Strathclyde 99 George Street, Glasgow

    The Glasgow Climate Pact, signed at COP26, was a step forward in our effort to tackle climate change. But there are serious concerns that it is not enough. While the Glasgow Climate Pact gives guidelines on how we tackle climate change, it’s not legally binding. A clear sign that we are not moving fast enough […]

  • Become a CPD-certified Green Champion

    Rising energy costs, the climate emergency and increasing consumer pressure continue to impact businesses and challenge the way they manage their environmental performance. The good news is Business Energy Scotland’s Green Champions training course has already helped over 4,000 professionals from organisations across Scotland to prepare for this challenge. And this is your chance to […]

  • Climate action for tourism businesses

    We are delighted to invite you to an engaging and informative webinar focused on supporting tourism and hospitality businesses to take climate action. Working with VisitScotland, Green Tourism and Green Key this session is tailored for tourism businesses and event organizers who are committed to sustainability and eager to make a positive environmental impact. This […]

  • Climate springboard

    Climate Springboard is a free online workshop programme available to any Scottish small and medium enterprise. Learn about the net zero landscape for Scottish businesses including upcoming regulation and supply chain requirements. Hear insights into business support and funding opportunities and learn simple low-cost actions to reduce your carbon emissions easily. The three fortnightly workshops […]

  • Perthshire Talks Responsible Tourism: climate action planning

    Understand how your business can reduce emissions with our simple climate impact guide that includes VisitScotland's easy-to-use, free climate action workbook. Our new guide has been designed to help tourism businesses starting out on their climate action journey. Businesses further along in their climate action journey may still find it useful to incorporate elements of […]

  • Doing tourism differently: sustainability in travel

    The Bruntsfield Hotel 69-74 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh

    This event is designed for travel and tourism professionals and experts, or simply anyone interested in sustainability and impact in travel. The purpose of the day is to discuss how you can create impact through travel, how communities can get involved and / or benefit from the development of tourism as a sector, or how […]

  • Innovative Horizons: Exploring Floating Offshore Substations, CCS Shipping, Hydrogen, and Flow Assurance

    Hosted by member company Crondall Energy and supported by Forth & Tay Offshore. We are delighted to be bringing you an opportunity to attend focused technical topics that are crucial to delivering the UK’s net zero ambitions. This session will look at; Developing practical solutions for floating offshore wind substations, Opportunities and considerations for CO2 shipping, […]

  • Perthshire Talks Responsible Tourism: exploring different climate action themes

    Energy, transport, and waste comprise a substantial amount of global greenhouse gas emissions and will usually make up a considerable part of your footprint. Reducing these will be an essential step on your road to net zero. However, measurement and reduction are only one part of the picture. Developing climate action around communicating, influencing your […]