Find out how sustainable use of Scotland’s natural environment supports our economy.

Read about conserving Scotland’s native oyster populations – an ancient and valuable resource, but one that is under threat and needs protection.

Read our proposed methodology for assessing aquaculture impacts on Scotland’s important seascapes.

Scotland is a global stronghold for the freshwater pearl mussel. Find out about a new, deep water survey method for gathering data on this valuable natural resource.

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There are 40 National Scenic Areas in Scotland. Find out about a new, adaptable and robust methodology for identifying the special qualities of these places.

This survey was commissioned to assess the current levels and patterns of herbivore grazing and trampling in the areas of blanket bog within part of the Caithness and Sutherland Peatlands SAC. This survey was commissioned in response to concerns about the impacts of deer on plantation woodlands within the area and related concerns about potential deer impacts on the adjacent peatlands.