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Why businesses should accelerate their electric vehicle uptake
Despite pledges made at Cop26, there could be global warming of 4C by the end of this century. The University of Exeter and the Met Office have analysed worldwide policies…
Major steps in the right direction
The Hope Sculpture overlooking the Clyde serves as a permanent reminder of Glasgow’s role in hosting last year’s Cop26 climate summit, but what will be the legacy of this global…
Whisky industry getting into the spirit of sustainabiity
Going green is nothing new in Scotland’s spirits industry. Scotch whisky’s Sustainability Strategy was first launched in 2009 and there has been good progress towards its goals. When the Scotch…
Focus needed on support for green infrastructure
The Glasgow Climate Pact agreed at Cop26 may have fallen short of the binding carbon reduction commitments many had hoped for, nevertheless significant progress was made to reduce the use…
Making sustainable choices through your investments
Under a new directive, financial advisers will be offering clients more Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) fund choices. ESG investing is investing in companies who score highly on their commitments…
How Science Centre became rallying point
Directly opposite Cop26’s Blue Zone at the SEC, which was only accessible to conference delegates, the Glasgow Science Centre’s Green Zone was the twin host venue for the event –…
Oil and gas body evolution a sign of changing industry
Last year’s Cop26 summit firmly placed the spotlight on the energy needs of Scotland, the UK and the rest of the world, as nations step up their aims to reach…
Finance sector gearing up to play multi-billion pound role
The financial services sector’s commitment to helping the UK to achieve its net-zero targets did not begin with Cop26. It is easy to point to several pronouncements, reports and press…
Business & Economy
Industry faces up to Covid and Brexit challenges
Construction sector dealing with surge in demand, materials supply, rising prices and labour shortages In recent weeks, problems around supply chains have been causing headaches in different ways. Consumers are…
Investment experts urge savers to think long-term
Markets have recovered well from the impact of the pandemic, but uncertainty remains Over the past 18 months, the world has been hit hard by the global pandemic and that…
Industry faces up to Covid and Brexit challenges
Construction sector dealing with surge in demand, materials supply, rising prices and labour shortages In recent weeks, problems around supply chains have been causing headaches in different ways. Consumers are…
Investment experts urge savers to think long-term
Markets have recovered well from the impact of the pandemic, but uncertainty remains Over the past 18 months, the world has been hit hard by the global pandemic and that…
COP 26
Why businesses should accelerate their electric vehicle uptake
Despite pledges made at Cop26, there could be global warming of 4C by the end of this century. The University of Exeter and the Met Office have analysed worldwide policies…
Major steps in the right direction
The Hope Sculpture overlooking the Clyde serves as a permanent reminder of Glasgow’s role in hosting last year’s Cop26 climate summit, but what will be the legacy of this global…
Whisky industry getting into the spirit of sustainabiity
Going green is nothing new in Scotland’s spirits industry. Scotch whisky’s Sustainability Strategy was first launched in 2009 and there has been good progress towards its goals. When the Scotch…
Focus needed on support for green infrastructure
The Glasgow Climate Pact agreed at Cop26 may have fallen short of the binding carbon reduction commitments many had hoped for, nevertheless significant progress was made to reduce the use…
Legal
Law Society says ‘still progress to be made’ on inclusion
While the legal profession has been making efforts to become more diversified over the years, a major survey carried out by the Law Society of Scotland earlier this year made…
WJM invests in people and premises as it sets sights on future growth
This time last year we were reflecting on a period of unprecedented change and disruption spanning every sector. Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie’s focus was firmly on helping clients to adapt…
Law Society says ‘still progress to be made’ on inclusion
While the legal profession has been making efforts to become more diversified over the years, a major survey carried out by the Law Society of Scotland earlier this year made…
WJM invests in people and premises as it sets sights on future growth
This time last year we were reflecting on a period of unprecedented change and disruption spanning every sector. Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie’s focus was firmly on helping clients to adapt…
Why we’re at a crossroads on the journey to net zero
The SCDI blueprint outlines opportunities for a collaborative green industrial revolution The Scottish Council for Development and Industry’s 2030 Blueprint, Making a Good Living, with its positive outlook and ambition for, among other things, clean energy and decarbonisation, arrives at a critical point in Scotland’s journey to net zero. Resilience needs to be built into our…
Ups and down of a rollercoaster corporate year
It’s been something of a roller coaster ride this year in Scotland’s corporate and M&A sector. That’s hardly surprising given the huge disruption caused by Covid-19. However, it hasn’t been…
Why green recovery is the best hope
Post-coronavirus focus must be on efforts to tackle climate change
Property
Are short term challenges here to stay for the construction sector?
Scotland’s construction sector continues to face a challenging trading environment, with key materials including timber and cement in short supply and prices are rising accordingly. This is compounded by labour…
The regeneration game
Clyde Gateway, Scotland’s biggest ever regeneration scheme, has emerged as a hugely-successful flagship project for the UK and beyond If Ian Manson has faith in one human characteristic, it is…
Real estate making a real difference
In the countdown to Cop26 the commercial real estate sector is at the heart of efforts to reduce carbon emissions What can real estate firms do to effectively tackle climate…
How heat networks can help in battle to cut emissions
The built environment contributes 20% of the nation’s greenhouse gas emissions, making it a key player in tackling the ambitious challenges we face on the journey to a low or…
Food & Drink
£21 million digital project to decarbonise dairy industry
A £21 million digital project aiming to create 600 new jobs is set to help decarbonise South-West Scotland and Cumbria’s dairy industry. The Digital Dairy Value-Chain, led by Scotland’s Rural…
World leaders could dine on ‘vertically farmed’ vegetables at Cop26
World leaders – including President Biden and Pope Francis – could dine on ‘vertically farmed’ vegetables at the global climate change summit in Glasgow later this year, it has been…
Producers fight back in the face of Brexit and Covid challenges
Exports have plummeted but the Scottish food and drink sector is actively seeking ways to survive and prosper Scottish produce, from salmon to Scotch whisky and shortbread, is loved across…
Space
Glasgow space tech startup to go global after bagging £3.1 million
A Scottish space technology startup which is developing a technology to boost connectivity in remote areas is gearing up for international expansion after securing £3.1 million funding. Glasgow-headquartered R3-1oT recently…
Edinburgh AI scale-up programme opens its doors to global applicants
A Scottish scale-up programme has opened its doors to find 12 data-driven startups that are ready to make “transformational change”. The University of Edinburgh’s AI Accelerator programme, which helps the…
Astronaut Tim Peake joins Scottish space mission to rescue satellite
Astronaut Tim Peake has teamed up with an Edinburgh-based rocket company to launch a mission to rescue a British satellite which was propelled into space over 50 years ago. Skyrora has called…
