Why the new NPF4 can deliver Scotland’s environmental ambitions
Our CEO Derek Robertson on the implications of Scotland's newly adopted National Planning Framework (NPF4).
Green Action Trust appointed Scotland’s Towns Partnership Charity Partner
CEO Derek Robertson writes about the opportunities to make Scotland's towns healthier, greener and more sustainable.
Time to scale up on national tree-planting effort
In his latest blog, CEO Derek Robertson highlights tree-planting as one of the practical steps we can take to mitigate and halt the damage we are inflicting on our planet.
Scottish Government programme for 2020/21
Today sees the publication of Protecting Scotland, Renewing Scotland – the 2020/21 Programme for Government. While the document, understandably, focuses on the impact of and recovery from the Covid19 pandemic, it is reassuring to see the Scottish Government restating its commitments to climate change action, biodiversity and a green...
Introducing the Green Action Trust
This is a really important week for our charity as we launch our refreshed identity. Starting today, the Central Scotland Green Network Trust (CSGNT) becomes the Green Action Trust. It’s a change we have been working on for some time, and now opens up an exciting new chapter in...
Could funders reposition to boost our green recovery?
As our governments gradually ease lockdown restrictions, the public’s opinion is that now is an opportunity for change, and they would be prepared to make many of the measures brought in during lockdown permanent to support a green recovery, according to a Climate Assembly UK report. Findings from the...
Walking our way back to a happier and healthier Scotland
Twenty-seven of Scotland’s most influential public and third-sector organisations have jointly called for the country to “walk back better” as society reshapes following Covid-19. A statement, written on behalf of bodies listed below including Central Scotland Green Network Trust, Scottish Natural Heritage and The University Edinburgh has called on...
Where should our future classrooms be?
A collaborative blog with Rachel Cowper of Thrive Outdoors and Central Scotland Green Network Trust’s Deryck Irving presenting the case for moving classroom teaching outside post-COVID-19. The response to the current pandemic has meant the introduction of new behaviours to many aspects of our day-to-day lives. The process of easing...