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Highland Adapts will put the region on the agenda at COP26
Highland Adapts will put the region on the agenda at COP26
27 October 2021
Community-led partnership will present to delegates.
University of the Highlands and Islands experts to speak at COP26
University of the Highlands and Islands experts to speak at COP26
27 October 2021
Experts from the University of the Highlands and Islands will be travelling to Glasgow to speak at the UN Climate Change Conference
Naming competition for new hydroelectric generator
Naming competition for new hydroelectric generator
27 October 2021
Highland Council is inviting youngsters to name a new hydroelectric generator and interactive visitor experience on the River Ness.
Flow Country of Caithness and Sutherland to be part of COP26 climate change conference
Flow Country of Caithness and Sutherland to be part of COP26 climate change conference
27 October 2021
Following hot on the heels of the Climate Change Conference, the Highland Council’s focus is now shifting to participating in the COP26 event.
Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries create new post for climate resilience officer amid concern over warming rivers
Kyle of Sutherland Fisheries create new post for climate resilience officer amid concern over warming rivers
26 October 2021
A spokesman for the organisation said: "This post will lead local initiatives to combat climate change and improve habitats."
Major Scottish Land & Estates role for former cavalry officer
Major Scottish Land & Estates role for former cavalry officer
26 October 2021
A leading Beauly-based land management consultant has been appointed as the new vice chairman of Scottish Land & Estates Highland regional committee
Active travel campaigners congratulated at Scottish Parliament
Active travel campaigners congratulated at Scottish Parliament
24 October 2021
Critical Mass and Kidical Mass have been staging ride-outs for “wheelers” to call for better infrastructure so cyclists are safe on the roads.
Firm to change blade heights
Firm to change blade heights
21 October 2021
Energiekontor UK was granted permission to build the Lairg 2 wind farm near Toroboll last year and has since made several requests for amendment.
End of an era for land partnership
End of an era for land partnership
21 October 2021
A group that has facilitated landscape and educational projects over the last five years has begun the process of winding up its current phase.
Far north peatlands feature in virtual tour showcasing climate crisis research
Far north peatlands feature in virtual tour showcasing climate crisis research
21 October 2021
The far north peatlands form part of a virtual tour showcasing research to tackle Scotland’s climate crisis ahead of the COP26 conference.
Conference to discuss the Highland climate emergency
Conference to discuss the Highland climate emergency
19 October 2021
The free event takes place this Thursday and Friday.
Forestry and Land Scotland seeking views on plan for next three years
Forestry and Land Scotland seeking views on plan for next three years
17 October 2021
'We are in a unique position to help Scotland achieve net zero' says chief
Provision of Falls of Shin Aire has resulted in 'responsible usage of site', says development trust manager
Provision of Falls of Shin Aire has resulted in 'responsible usage of site', says development trust manager
17 October 2021
The overnight parking facility for motorhomes and campervans came on stream at the Invershin beauty spot in June.
Two free online events will discuss the role of museums in the fight to climate change
Two free online events will discuss the role of museums in the fight to climate change
16 October 2021
A HIGHLAND heritage charity is calling for people to attend two upcoming events around museums and climate change
PICTURES: Achunabust or bust as vintage tractors lead the field for ploughing match
PICTURES: Achunabust or bust as vintage tractors lead the field for ploughing match
15 October 2021
Conditions on the ground were "greasy" for a popular agricultural event held last Saturday at Achunabust Farm near Reay.
WATCH: Hydro scheme built by a Laid father and son makes shortlist for prestigious green award
WATCH: Hydro scheme built by a Laid father and son makes shortlist for prestigious green award
11 October 2021
The Maclellans overcame a number of obstacles in order to bring the privately-funded 95kw project to fruition.
2021 rod catches for Kyle region near to lowest ever
2021 rod catches for Kyle region near to lowest ever
10 October 2021
It is unlikely that 2021 will be looked back upon with much affection, blighted as it has been by a chronic lack of rainfall.
Young people in Sutherland invited to take part in climate change conference
Young people in Sutherland invited to take part in climate change conference
09 October 2021
The conference offers an opportunity for young people to learn more about the climate emergency.
Hen harrier nests monitored closely during maintenance work on rail line from Rogart to Lairg
Hen harrier nests monitored closely during maintenance work on rail line from Rogart to Lairg
09 October 2021
Special working practices were then put in place to minimise disruption for the birds.
PICTURES: Brora pupils' two-year wait for adventure trip was worth it
PICTURES: Brora pupils' two-year wait for adventure trip was worth it
05 October 2021
The group of Brora P6s and P7s were the first school party to stay at Craggan Outdoors since June 2019.