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Young people are concerned about climate change because they face the consequences. But, writes Willem Dane, they must have the right skills to confront the challenge.
From time to time our clients may ask “Do we really need a ‘For Sale’ board?
The extent of hydro power installations on the Conon river system has sometimes made life difficult for salmon, but it has also allowed the river to be the subject of detailed study. Neil Wright reports.
The growing demand for ‘lop and top’ to feed biomass boilers makes brash recovery an attractive idea, although not all forestry sites are suitable, says Russell Porter.
Potential radiation levels have prompted concerns about the building and use of phone masts. As Mike Reid reports, landowners should be prepared.
Whatever one thinks of the UK Government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, its lockdown response has poured cold water all over the economy.
Tree-planting strategies need to change in the face of greater risks of disease, but how exactly? Asks Paul Schofield.
Heat mapping, or thermal imaging, is an important aspect of a modern survey, says John Pullen.
Time and time again we see well-sited coastal properties out-performing those without water views.
Neil Wright reports on efforts to secure the future of salmon in a Sutherland river in the face of climate change.
It is fairly common to find oddities and noteworthy features when working on and walking through the forests we manage.
Sales of homes could be blocked if they fall short on energy efficiency, but how will this impact on residential property values in general? Calum Innes reports.
The worldwide romantic appeal of Scotland is long established; beautiful coast lines, the rugged mountain ranges of the Highlands, the rolling countryside of the lowlands, together with the ability to “get away from it all” with relative ease.
Hugo Remnant explores the many theories around declining salmon numbers.
The UK Government is rethinking its subsidy for green energy in the form of heat and calling for ideas on what to replace it with.
Stephen Sweeney looks at the growing array of threats to Britain’s trees.
Huge strides are being made in renewable energy and clean technologies and frankly it’s hard for busy people to keep up with developments, let alone evaluate which ones present the best opportunities.
No matter what is happening in the property market, when you want to sell your home there are two important factors to consider to assure a quick sale: price it well and ensure it is looking its best. Regardless of the asking price, the appearance needs to be inviting. Empty properties can often be undesired or even overlooked so we explore the reasons for dressing a property vs leaving it empty.
Restoring woodland in upper river catchments can be of great benefit to water courses and the salmon that spawn in them. Willie Beattie offers a Highland perspective.
The UK’s zero-carbon emissions target for 2050 is a huge ambition, and the Government will need to be transparent about the practicalities, says Mike Reid.
