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October 2021

MARINE ALTERNATIVES MAY SOLVE FOOD SUSTAINABILITY ISSUES

A team of scientists, coordinated by Professor Stephen Euston at Heriot-Watt University, is tackling sustainability issues by using natural ingredients produced by marine microbes as alternatives to the chemical agents currently used.   Their work is focused on everyday items like foods, pharmaceuticals, and beauty products. The huge market demand for surfactants and emulsifiers is […]

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SSE ENHANCE GREEN CREDENTIALS WITH NEW RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY DEAL

Businesses signing up for fixed contracts with Perth-based SSE will now receive all their electricity from renewable sources operated by the company. This announcement comes as the group makes it easier for its customers to hit their climate change targets by bringing together its services under a single SSE Energy Solutions brand. SSE, which is

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SCOTLAND FACES ETHICAL INVESTMENT CHALLENGE WARNS LEADING RECRUITMENT SPECIALIST

SUSTAINABLE investing has “come of age” thanks to the pandemic, with recruitment experts across Scotland’s financial sector urging those within it to upskill in order to thrive in a changed landscape – or risk becoming obsolete. Edinburgh-based Core-Asset Consulting is warning of a growing knowledge gap as funds are increasingly held to account and placed

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WOMEN’S BUSINESS SUPPORT TEAM EXPANDS TO MEET RISING DEMAND 

Women’s Business Station has more than doubled its workforce due to growing demand for its services and support during COVID-19. The organization exists to support women on their business journey, empowering them to achieve their goals, whether big or small.   The social enterprise has an ambitious, 10-year plan to enhance the socio-economic empowerment of 10,000 women in Scotland

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Recruiters identify Scotland’s top post-lockdown career opportunities

SPECIALISTS in recruitment for Scotland’s financial services sector have outlined the top seven “trending” career paths.  Based on statistics and industry insights from its annual salary guide, Core-Asset Consulting has pinpointed five areas that are experiencing surging demand levels. In addition they highlight two reliable mainstays where demand regularly outstrips the number of candidates available.  Roles comprising data

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SOUTH OF SCOTLAND ENTERPRISE SIGNS NEW TECH PARTNERSHIP DEAL

A new strategic partnership has been agreed between South of Scotland Enterprise and the CivTech programme, which aims to provide innovative solutions and positive change in the region.In a first for a Scottish enterprise agency, SOSE has agreed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Scottish Government’s CivTech programme, which looks to drive innovation in the

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DUNDEE SCIENCE CENTRE CELEBRATES 21ST IN GREAT STYLE

Dundee Science Centre has revealed an ambitious refurbishment programme, positioning the visitor attraction as a major player in Scotland’s staycation market.    On Saturday the Centre unveiled the £2.1m CONNECT project.  Funded by The Inspiring Science Fund alongside other Trusts and partners, CONNECT has completely transformed the ground floor of the visitor attraction.  The development has recently been shortlisted

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