Public meeting on the implications of the climate change targets for Scotland
Scotland’s National Academy, the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE), is undertaking a major inquiry into "Facing up to Climate Change".
The Climate Change (Scotland) Act has a statutory target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2020. However, the gap between the necessary policies and where we are now is large. Climate is changing and the trends in statistics on flooding, precipitation and temperature in Scotland over the last 40 years have already required changes in our approach to risk and uncertainty. The RSE is looking into how society can best respond to climate change in Scotland.
In collaboration with Glasgow City Council, the RSE Inquiry Committee is meeting in the City Chambers on Wednesday 7 July. This is to hear evidence from a range of local stakeholders during the day and to hold a public evidence gathering meeting that evening to hear the views of the local public.
The evening meeting is free and open to all. Teas and coffees will be served at 5.30 pm giving everyone an opportunity to visit exhibition stands. The actual public meeting begins at 6pm with an outline of the inquiry from its Chair, Professor David Sugden. The audience will then be encouraged to air their views with feedback from a panel of local representatives.
To find out more, you can contact Dr Marc Rands, Evidence & Advice Manager by Email: evidenceadvice@royalsoced.org.uk.
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