Reposted by The Pebble TrustForest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 15/08/2025Episode 2 of "Let's Talk Better Forestry" has now landed! Tune in and listen to independent forester Andrew Macqueen join Morag Paterson to share the variety in his day-to-day work, and the experimental approaches he’s exploring. Worth a listen! www.forestpolicygroup.org/news/ep-2-le... 033
Reposted by The Pebble TrustForest Policy Group @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social · 15/08/2025Another excellent contribution to the forestry world by FPG! We are delighted to announce our next webinar offering: "Who Owns Scotland's Forests and Does it Matter?" Wednesday 17th September, 10-12 noon. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/who-owns-s...eventbrite.co.ukWho Owns Scotland's Forests and Does it Matter?Explore who owns Scotland’s forests, why it matters, and how ownership shapes policy, communities and the environment. 133
Reposted by The Pebble TrustScottish Ecological Design Association @scotecodesign.bsky.social · 18/08/2025The Scottish Highlands have a “once in a generation” opportunity to lead on green energy, says @michaelmatheson.bsky.social adding the region has scope to become “an exemplar in sustainability”.heraldscotland.comMatheson: Highlands has ‘once in a generation’ chance to lead on green energyThe Highlands has a ‘once in a generation’ opportunity to be a global leader in sustainable energy and drive economic growth, the former Net… 001
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 13/08/2025Women’s deer stalking on Quinag? Traditionally male dominated, this pilot project from John Muir Trust aimed to involve more women, open stalking up to the community and provide a local, sustainable food resource. Find out how it went in our latest blog post. www.thepebbletrust.org/deer-stalkin...thepebbletrust.orgThe Pebble Trust - Women's Deer Stalking on QuinagWomen’s deer stalking on Quinag. Traditionally a male dominated activity, this pilot project managed by John Muir Trust aimed to involve more women, open stalking up to the community and provide a loc... 000
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 19/07/2025What does regenerative forestry really mean in practice? Find out more in this excellent blog post from @forestpolicygroup.bsky.social, “Let’s Talk Better Forestry” with Claire Wightman www.forestpolicygroup.org/news/podcast...forestpolicygroup.orgEp.1 “Let’s Talk Better Forestry” with Claire Wightman – Forest Policy Group 010
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 17/03/2025A wee reminder - We're looking for new trustees! What's involved: www.thepebbletrust.org/support-us/n... Our team of trustees: thepebbletrust.org/about/ ⏰ Deadline 23rd March 2025thepebbletrust.orgInterested in joining us as a trustee?We are seeking new trustees for a charity based in the Highlands of Scotland, funding projects which support our vision of a more sustainable, fair and low carbon society. 010
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 17/03/2025Really excited to see this going to the next stage of development. Huge well done to all those involved. 010
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 21/02/2025We're looking for new trustees! What's involved: www.thepebbletrust.org/support-us/n... Our team of trustees: thepebbletrust.org/trustees.asp ⏰ Deadline 23rd March 2025 021
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 17/02/2025SUSTAINABLE INVESTING Supported by James MacDonald of RSQ Wealth, we've been making some changes in our investment policies. Read James' insights into the challenges & opportunities in our latest blog post. www.thepebbletrust.org/sustainable-...thepebbletrust.orgThe Pebble Trust - Sustainable investingThe Pebble Trust - working to align our investment policies with our aim for a more sustainable, fair and low-carbon world 020
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 10/02/2025Scientists are increasingly concerned that the ocean currents that bring warm water from the tropics to the North Atlantic could weaken - or even collapse - in response to climate change. Rapid decarbonisation is urgently needed, whatever the scenario. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukCould the UK actually get colder with global warming?Some scientists fear the risk of a collapse to warm Atlantic currents has not been taken seriously. 010
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 07/01/2025In our 10th year of operation, we wanted to assess the impact we've had. Did our funding make a difference to our grantees? To find out, we commissioned Impact Hub Inverness to evaluate our grants proogramme. Read their findings in our latest blog post. www.thepebbletrust.org/grant-progra...thepebbletrust.orgThe Pebble Trust - Evaluating our grants programmeIn The Pebble Trust's 10th year of operation, we wanted to assess the impact we have had and learn how we might improve on this. Did our funding make a difference to our grantees and enable positive o... 011
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 06/01/2025Such a hugely important topic, especially in the Highlands & Islands. These @scotecodesign.bsky.social events are always informative, inspiring and innovative so well worth attending! 010
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 13/12/2024Making Change Happen; supporting and connecting aspiring leaders to tackle the climate emergency. Are you passionate about bringing change to your Highland community through climate action? Only 3 places left on this fully funded, Inverness-based course your.socialenterprise.academy/course/view....your.socialenterprise.academyProgramme: Making Change Happen! - Inverness 2025 001
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 03/12/2024Renovating & retrofitting our existing housing stock is absolutely crucial. Check out Sustainable Renovation- improving homes for energy, health and environment by Chris Morgan. Buy for £10+P&P or download for free on our website www.thepebbletrust.org/sustainable-...thepebbletrust.orgThe Pebble Trust - Sustainable Renovation GuideThe Sustainable Renovation Guide describes ten ways in which Scotland’s homes can improve upon current practice to achieve better energy performance. 011
The Pebble Trust @thepebbletrust.bsky.social · 03/12/2024Is regenerative agriculture really the answer? Listen in to the latest podcast from Highland Good Food Partnership highlandgoodfood.scot/podcast/ #RegenerativeFarming #LocalFoodSystemshighlandgoodfood.scotListen to the Podcast | Highland Good Food Partnership 031