Faith, science and NGO communities came together yesterday, in response to Government intentions to water down climate policy. Speakers included ECCI’s co-director Professor Hazseldine ⬇️

NEW REPORT > Lessons from Edinburgh point to the future for Climate Commissions

ECCI's Sarah Bryant identifies the value added by place-based climate governance, and options for improving it, by studying lessons learned from Edinburgh Climate Commission.

➡️lnkd.in/e3gF2UeC I PCAN (Place-based Climate Action Network)

Also, thanks to the ECCI for putting up these climate-related books that we can all read for free, and be inspired to tackle the climate crisis, in one way or another!

Great to host you EAUC Scotland and colleagues UoE Sustainability!
If you'd like to make connections with Higher Education sustainability staff, join EAUC Scotland for upcoming meet-ups eauc.org.uk/events

Proud to host Scottish Alliance for Food (SCAF) last week to explore #foodlandscape mapping happening across 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿with Global Academy of Agriculture and Food Systems Interface James Hutton Institute Zero Waste Scotland College of Arts Partnership Catalyst + collaborating to gather data on the present & future.
Email [email protected] to join the conversation!

We are proud to be an early adopter of a UK initiative to make research environmentally sustainable.

The UK concordat on sustainable research & innovation aligns with our ambitions as a founder of Scotland Beyond Net Zero.

ed.ac.uk/news/2024/univ…

University of Glasgow Wellcome

Do you want to learn more about climate #adaptation , climate risk, and resilience building opportunities? Our one day ECCI endorsed Becoming Climate Resilient training explores all of these. Book in for 9 May: eventbrite.co.uk/e/becoming-cli…

Don't miss your opportunity to respond to some recent consultations:
- National Good Food Nation Plan
- Draft Scottish National Adaptation Plan 3
- Land Reform (Scotland) Bill
- Draft Bioenergy Policy Statement

sustainablescotlandnetwork.org/news/respond-t…

NEWS > SSN Conference returns

One of Scotland’s major public sector climate change events, the SSN Conference will address the key challenges and opportunities facing the public sector as we move from ambition into action on climate change.

edinburghcentre.org/news/SSN-confe…

Do you know a social impact or sustainability hero at the University? 🦸

Nominations for the Changemaker Award are now open! Give recognition to those making a difference and celebrate the champions of change! 🌟🌿

💚 Make a nomination by Friday 3 May
➡️ edin.ac/changemaker

Latest ECCI-supported PCAN (Place-based Climate Action Network) report has found that place-based climate action in the UK is continuing to grow, with new governance models emerging, but political leadership at the national level continues to ignore the contribution of local communities⬇️
Edinburgh Climate Commission

CAREERS > Work with our brilliant colleagues Sniffer, based here at ECCI.

Sniffer are on the hunt for a Business Support Officer to join their team of changemakers ⬇

#climatechange #careers #scotland #edinburgh #greenjobs #hiring

Check out this cool newsletter on the food industry - Food Jungle - created by The University of Edinburgh alumni ⬇️
Edinburgh Alumni

CAREERS > Work with our brilliant colleagues ClimateXChange, based here at ECCI.

CXC are on the hunt for a new Programme Manager to lead the delivery of the programme ⬇

#climatechange #careers #programmemanager #scotland #edinburgh #greenjobs #university #hiring

Unsure where to start with a climate strategy?

Climate Springboard is a free business support programme that's just opened its doors to any Scottish SME. Learn how to report emissions, implement and communicate your strategy with peers.

➡️edinburgh.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/climate-spring…

The University of Edinburgh

2023 News Round Up

It's been another thriving year for ECCI – a hub for supporting evidenced-based climate action across Scotland.

Get the lowdown from ECCI and our vibrant community of leading academics, researchers, practitioners & communicators:
edinburghcentre.org/news/2023-Roun…

Happening now, with contributions from Professor Dave Reay, Executive Director, Edinburgh Climate Change Institute:

Ready to catalyse change? Save the date for our next “Catalysing Change: Energy & Climate Action” event on Jan 18th, 2024. Get ready to explore and learn how to empower people and the planet through clean energy and climate action. Book your ticket via bit.ly/3RPg33R

A privilege to speak about the work and life of Rachel Howell ECCI A great set of papers and discussions which reflected Rachel’s commitment to scholarship for real world change. Rachel’s legacy will be a lasting one ❤️

⏰ You only have three days remaining to share your opinions and contribute to The University of Edinburgh's response to the climate and nature crises!

📅 Respond by Monday 18 December, 12 noon
➡️ edin.ac/climate-strate…