Climate Scotland

The climate emergency threatens our communities, the Scottish nature we know and love, and our prospects for a healthier and fairer future. It’s happening now, and it’s particularly affecting those around the world who have done the least to cause it. But there is still hope, and we need your help.

The eyes of the world have turned to Glasgow as world leaders gathered for the COP26 UN Climate Summit. This has given us a unique opportunity to shape global action and help achieve a fair outcome for communities around the world.

Through the Climate Scotland campaign, we have sent our leaders a message, and left them in no doubt. The people of Scotland want strong and meaningful action to protect the things we love and create a better future for people everywhere.

Add your voice to the campaign:

“My ‘Solidarity with global neighbours’ artwork explores ways in which people around the world can work together for a shared planet and ecosystem which works for all. The arms embrace the planet and highlight local plant life, endangered species, fishing, coral and renewable energy.”

Ida Henrich

“The ‘Health and wellbeing’ mural is inspired by how nature, and my small garden, makes me feel. I explored the means by which people find small ways to bring nature into their homes. Window boxes in flats without gardens and other innovative ideas are great ways to make gardening accessible.”

Ida Henrich

“‘Greener, fairer livelihoods’ was inspired by the tapestries at Stirling Castle. I liked the idea of creating a modern design showing people working together to rebuild a diverse Scottish woodland.”

Ida Henrich

“The ‘future generations’ piece joyfully depicts a grandmother taking her two grandchildren out to see the Scottish hills, there is a loch running through the landscape and hills are dotted with flowers. It is a reminder that we must do everything in our power to protect these beautiful places to ensure that future generations are able to enjoy them too.”

Indrė Šimkutė

“The ‘sustainable food systems’ mural depicts a mound of soil planted with broccoli, potatoes, carrots and Jerusalem artichoke. Inspired by the local community garden at the Bowling Green in Pollokshields where I volunteer, which I think is a brilliant example of this. An organic, no dig, permaculture style approach to growing food not only reduces greenhouse emissions but also increases biodiversity which plays a vital role in making ecosystems more resilient to climate change.”

Indrė Šimkutė

“The ‘Wildlife and nature’ illustration celebrates some of the beautiful and majestic wildlife that can be found in Scotland featuring endangered species such as the natterjack toad and the red squirrel.”

Indrė Šimkutė

“This artwork aims to capture the ways in which we can work together to build strong communities with those around us. In doing so we can find ways to enjoy nature while making sustainability a part of our everyday lives.”

Kaitlin Mechan

“The ‘Beautiful places’ mural captures many of the famous landmarks around Scotland set on a backdrop of the hills, lochs and mountain ranges that make this country so beautiful.”

Kaitlin Mechan

“The ‘Protecting the world’s resources’ artwork aims to emphasise the importance of educating young people and future generations on how to care for our planet and protect its precious resources for the greater good of all.”

Kaitlin Mechan