Sustainable Development
Tuesday 30/09/2008
Proposals to update legislation to tackle increasing risk of flooding.
Thursday 25/09/2008
Fisheries Secretary attacks 'scandalous waste' caused by European regulations.
Wednesday 24/09/2008
Influential environmental champions are the first 'Friends of the Saltire Prize'.
New hydro station in Perthshire capable of powering 1300 homes has been approved.
Tuesday 23/09/2008
£3.5 million allocated to increase recycling rates including real nappy projects, bike recycling and plastics initiatives.
Friday 19/09/2008
Proposed reforms to key renewable energy scheme will mean significant funding increases for projects.
Thursday 18/09/2008
Latest data illustrates the scale of action required to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Wednesday 03/09/2008
First Minister lays out Scottish Government's plans for the year ahead.
Tuesday 02/09/2008
The untapped potential of hydro power is explained in a new resource study.
Monday 01/09/2008
First Minister marks milestone in development of Glendoe Hydro project beside Loch Ness.
Tuesday 26/08/2008
Barra and Vatersay becomes the latest community to take on the challenge of reducing its carbon footprint.
Tuesday 19/08/2008
Still time to have a say on safeguarding Scotland's traditional fishing rights.
Wednesday 13/08/2008
Strategic Framework for Scottish Aquaculture outlines five key areas for development of the industry.
Seven towns and cities to share £15 million to develop innovative transport initiatives.
Energy experts help shape the £10 million Saltire Prize.
Tuesday 29/07/2008
First meeting outside Edinburgh is part of round Scotland series.
First Minister announces £22 million investment during visit to farm developers.
Sunday 27/07/2008
‘Deposit and return’ schemes could make a comeback to aid recycling.
Friday 25/07/2008
The First Minister will take his Cabinet to Dumfries, Inverness, Pitlochry and Skye over the summer.
Friday 18/07/2008
Government support secures biomass energy project for Fife.
Tuesday 15/07/2008
Employment projects to benefit from new investment.
Monday 14/07/2008
Scotland's first marine bill aims to balance conservation and economic growth.
Thursday 03/07/2008
Scotland's largest ever supply contract agreed between ScottishPower and Scottish Coal.
Tuesday 01/07/2008
New Member appointed.
European Commission must take account of Scottish views - Environment Secretary.