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Here you can keep up to date with all the latest news and events which are relevant to community groups or those involved with local sustainable development projects. If you have events which you would like us to list here please get in touch.


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Small Scale Renewable Energy Map

21 Jan 08

La Tene Maps together with industry association Scottish Renewables are revising the SCOTLAND - SMALL SCALE RENEWABLE ENERGY MAP for FREE distribution at events that Scottish Renewables will be organising or attending over the next two years beginning with its member's day events in February.  

Community Grants Worth £1.24 million Awarded

02 Aug 07

Following an overwhelming response to the Community Environmental Renewal Scheme (CERS), with almost 100 projects seeking some £6 million, Forward Scotland is delighted that Scottish Ministers have announced the first group of successful projects.    

Walking Talks launched by the Centre for Stewardship: July-September

22 Jul 07

Falkland Centre for Stewardship is launching its network of restored walks and pathways around Falkland Estate with a summer programme of innovative and thought-provoking walks.

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Events

The Vital Spark

30 Sep 07 - 03 Oct 07

An international conference about heritage interpretation, 30 September to 3 October 2007 in Aviemore. The Vital Spark is a major international event looking at interpretation - the art of communicating with visitors at places such as museums, nature reserves, historic buildings and national parks.

Walking Talks launched by the Centre for Stewardship

18 Jul 07

Falkland Centre for Stewardship is launching its network of restored walks and pathways around Falkland Estate with a summer programme of innovative and thought-provoking walks.

The Melting Pot - PREVIEW !

16 Jul 07

 Edinburgh's boldest new social enterprise, The Melting Pot, is offering a preview of the space and services and an opportunity to meet pioneering members during its transformational refurbishment stage.

Countdown to the 2007 Big Tent

15 Jun 07 - 17 Jun 07

More than 10,000 people are expected to make their way to the second annual festival, which is the only Scottish event of its kind.
With the theme of Minding the Future, Big Tent will celebrate and explore old and new ways of caring for resources inherited from the past for the benefit of present
and future generations. 

National Spring Clean

01 Apr 07 - 30 Apr 07

Keep Scotland Beautiful is calling for volunteers to come out in force during April 2007 and sign up to taking part in the nation's biggest litter pick. Fresh air and exercise are just two of the benefits of the Spring Clean but the biggest and best result will be that you, and all visitors to our country, will be able to enjoy our towns, cities, parks and countryside in all their natural  glory once again.   

CRNS 2nd Annual Conference and Awards

14 Mar 07

More than Recycling, the CRNS 2nd Annual Conference and Awards, will be the biggest ever gathering of people committed to maximising the potential of the community recycling sector in Scotland. 

BTCV Scotland Training Events

27 Jan 06 - 24 Nov 06

BTCV Scotland offer a variety of training courses for personal development, qualifications, employment, new career opportunities or career progression.

Renewable Energy: Developing a Sustainable Biomass Industry

02 Nov 06

1-day sharing good practice event exploring the relationship between biomass energy production and its impact on natural heritage.

Wildlife on your Doorstep

19 Apr 06 - 28 Oct 06

A series of free events across Falkirk, North Lanarkshire and Stirling enabling participants to identify, learn more about and count their local wildlife.

More Than Furniture Conference: Partnerships in Practice

24 Aug 06

One-day conference highlighting the range of social, economic and environmental benefits achieved from furniture recycling projects in the UK and Europe. 

Carpet Recycling Rollout

23 Aug 06

One-day seminar for people who want to learn more about setting up a carpet recycling project. 
 

BATS & The Millennium Link - Training Events

31 Jul 06 - 04 Aug 06

BATS & The Millennium Link's Annual Training Events for those interested in bats and working with them.

Biodiversity for Communities

06 Jun 06

Scottish Natural Heritage 'Sharing Good Practice' event focusing on how to involve communities in the recording and management of biodiversity. 

Breathing Places - Scotland's largest ever conservation volunteering event

04 Jun 06

Scotland's Largest Ever Conservation Volunteering Event to kick off the launch of the BBC's Breathing Places campaign.
Sustainable Landscapes - Protecting our natural resources

16 May 06

The conference is the start of a series looking at a Sustainable Scotland. As more pressure is put on industries like farming, tourism and retail we must ask the question how we make these industries sustainable whilst protecting our natural resources.

Old stories, new technologies: the value of information and communications technology in natural heritage interpretation

15 Mar 06

1-day seminar looking at new technologies in providing interpretative facilities at sites of interest. 

Young Lives Today - Scotland

14 Mar 06

1-day seminar programme and exhibition for everyone working with children, families and young people. 

Community Recycling in Scotland - Celebration Event and Annual Awards

14 Mar 06

1-day conference followed by awards ceremony and drinks reception6. 

Leading Edge Workshop

02 Mar 06

An SNH 'Sharing Good Practice' event for those involved in environmental education and focussing on communicating key messages.

Integrating Sustainable Development into Community Regeneration

02 Mar 06

One-day Scottish Centre for Regeneration practice event bringing together practitioners in sustainable development and community regeneration.

Path Promoting & Marketing

01 Feb 06

Paths For All Partnership seminar on promotion of pathways and path projects.

Building for the future: Sharing good practice in community regeneration

17 Jan 06

One day conference offering an opportunity for community regeneration practitioners to discuss policy, share good practice and network. 

Creating Healthier Communities

08 Dec 05

Morning seminar which will bring together practitioners involved in public health and community regeneration to identify common areas of interest, share what works and propose practical action to help create healthier communities.

Your Place, My Place, Our Place

08 Dec 05

This workshop will explore the role of communities and professionals in guiding change in their local landscape.

Volunteering: what makes it worthwhile?

15 Nov 05

1-day SNH seminar exploring issues relating to volunteering.

CSV Make a Difference Day

29 Oct 05

CSV Make a Difference Day encourages people to give time to improve their communities and build up skills whilst enjoying themselves.

Sustainable Scotland Network Annual Conference

27 Oct 05 - 28 Oct 05

Annual Conference of the Sustainable Scotland Network.

SCVO Annual Rural Services Conference

27 Oct 05

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations' annual conference on Rural Services.

CLAN Gathering

16 Oct 05

BTCV Scotland's next Community Local Action Network (CLAN) Gathering - a FREE enjoyable and informative event for anyone involved in environmental projects. 

Your Place, My Place, Our Place

12 Oct 05

1-day workshop exploring the role of communities and professionals in guiding change in their local landscape. £50 including lunch/refreshments.

Close encounters with the natural world

27 Sep 05

1-day workshop organised by SNH for those involved in outdoor education activities. £50 including lunch and refreshments.

Shaping Community International Perspectives on tomorrow's Historic Gardens and Landscapes

20 Sep 05 - 22 Sep 05

3-day conference organised by the National Trust for Scotland

Energising the community

20 Sep 05 - 21 Sep 05

Seminar on community renewables organised by the Scottish Renewables Forum.

Beachwatch 2005

17 Sep 05 - 18 Sep 05

Annual beach clean-up and litter survey.

Sustainable flood management: are we getting there?

14 Sep 05

1-day workshop organised by SNH. £50 including lunch and refreshments. 

Working with Rivers

13 Sep 05

1-day workshop organised by SNH on working with rivers. £50 including lunch and refreshments.

Building Better Communities Together

09 Sep 05 - 10 Sep 05

2-day seminar exploring tenant participation organised by TIGHRA. 

More Than Furniture Conference

26 Aug 05

CRNS conference looking at issues relating to homelessness and housing which may be of relevance to furniture projects. 

Aberdeen Forward Community Seminar

23 Aug 05

Afternoon seminar on designed to promote Community Action, sponsored by Forward Scotland.

Waking up to Wildlife

19 Jul 05 - 29 Jul 05

A series of events aiming to encourage people to explore & enjoy Local Nature Reserves

Waste - Some current issues

17 Jul 05

Lunchtime lecture by Sir Crispin Agnew on current issues relating to waste in Scotland. 12.30-2pm.

Fixing the Finances

05 Jul 05 - 06 Jul 05

Free, 2-day course on raising and managing finances for community groups.

Scottish Allotments and Gardens AGM

18 Jun 05

Annual General Meeting of Scottish Allotments and Gardens, with lunch. 11-3.30, Free.

Social Economy and Regeneration - how do we prove we are worth it?

16 Jun 05

Free conference on how different organisations can find ways to identify and attach value to their social and environmental impacts 

Community Renewables Conference

08 Jun 05 - 09 Jun 05

2-day conference on Community Renewables organised by the Scottish Renewables Forum.

Festival of the Environment

05 Jun 05

Family fun day organised by BTCV Scotland in celebration of World Environment Day.

Cumulative Effects of Windfarms

04 Jun 05

In some areas of Scotland, substantial numbers of windfarms are being proposed.

Environmental Awards - What's In It For You?

31 May 05

Seminar designed to help companies and community groups to help apply for and achieve environmental awards.

Beyond Consultation: Building Relationships With Communities

12 May 05

A one-day workshop from SNH in association with SEPA and The Macauley Institute.
Show Me The Money!

30 Apr 05

BTCV Scotland CLAN Gathering with a focus on sources of funding for groups carrying out environmental projects.

Third Annual Rural Conference - 'Getting the balance right'

12 Apr 05

This conference will address 'Enhancing our environment', Making conservation work', Towards a modern rural economy' and 'Powering the countryside'.

Demand Responsive Transport Services - Meeting the Needs of Rural Communities

08 Apr 05

A one day conference and workshop outlining demand reponsive transport concepts.

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