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Careers support helps Alex cultivate a bright future in forestry
When Alex Upton left school ongoing support from Skills Development Scotland careers advisers helped him secure a permanent post in a job he loves.

Getting retrofit right
More than two million homes in Scotland need to make the move to low carbon heating for the country to meet net zero targets. Read more about those upskilling Scotland's workforce to meet the retrofit challenge.

Team Scotland approach helps RoslinCT grow their business
Team Scotland approach helps RoslinCT grow their business

Eilidh separates the wood from the seas
Growing up in Glasgow, Eilidh Malcolm hadn’t really considered a career in forestry. Now Education Programme Manager for Scottish Forestry, Eilidh started her career as an Aquarist before shifting into land-based roles.

Acting on climate change through funded learning
Acting on climate change through funded learning

Lauren accelerates North East’s green skills
Project Manager on a mission for a sustainable future