Leadership for Sustainability Netwalking
…in and around the Central Belt of Scotland
Walks in great places with sustainability people for worthwhile conversations
Our sustainability netwalks bring together sustainability leaders and pioneers to:
- share practical experience,
- spark new ideas and
- explore the (often unspoken) challenges.
All so we can make greater progress on sustainability in, and through, our work, confident that we’re contributing to meaningful change in the world.
Find upcoming netwalks and register via our events calendar…
For you
Enjoy being in nature and discovering new places. Have inspiring and thought-provoking conversations with other sustainability leaders. Deepen connections with your peers.
your WORK
Build cross-sectoral knowledge and understanding of what’s happening in sustainability. Grow the network of people you can call on for advice and support.
Our World
Help develop and expand the ecosystem of people in Scotland working to achieve greater progress on sustainability in their organisations and across society.
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Who enjoys Sustainability Netwalking?
Our Netwalks are for…
- Sustainability directors, managers and other sustainability professionals.
- Founders and executives in greentech, climatetech and purpose-led businesses.
- Leaders of sectoral and regional sustainability initiatives.
- Leaders and professionals championing sustainability in the public and third sectors.
- Researchers working to accelerate progress on climate and sustainability.
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Great conversations with other passionate sustainability professionals. These events have been great for reconnecting and making new connections. Looking forward to joining again.
Marc Metzger
Professor of Environment and Society, The University of Edinburgh
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A wonderful way to meet new people and see old friends working in sustainability, in an easy going and beautiful outdoor environment. I highly recommend the combination of chatting, picnics and sunshine!
Cathleen Thomas
Regional Manager, The John Muir Trust
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Thought provoking, inspiring and an overall wonderful way to spend a morning. It was great to have so many fascinating conversations and to listen and learn from others about their own journeys in sustainability.
Daniel Todd
Traffic and insights specialist, Blackcircles.com
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Combines three of my favourite things – being outside in beautiful parts of Scotland; spending time with interesting people; and working through sustainability challenges with likeminded folks.
Sarah Beattie-Smith
Sustainability Strategy Manager, SSEN Transmission
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A great chance to be inspired by others and their sustainability work while enjoying one of Edinburgh’s beautiful back yards.
Fran van Dijk
CEO, One Stone Partners
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A lovely way to explore new places, get active, connect with like-minded people and explore ideas. I thoroughly enjoyed my walk – it helped me to re-frame challenges and gave me a real boost.
Becky Plunkett
Ecology and Biodiversity Officer, West Lothian Council
Expect…
- A gentle pace with an emphasis on enjoying the place, the company and the conversations.
- Walks on tracks and paths with occasional muddy or steep sections.
- Breaks to admire the view, have some coffee and food, and open up discussions.
Good to know…
- For most walks you don’t need to be particularly fit or have any special kit beyond an ordinary waterproof jacket and walking boots.
- Some walks are in more remote and rugged areas. For these you may need to be fitter, have some experience of hill walking, and have better quality boots and waterproofs.
- Check each walk for details, read “enjoy netwalking safely” below, and ask us for advice.
Find upcoming netwalks and register via our events calendar…
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Growing social capital for sustainability action
If we’re to make greater progress on sustainability and climate in our organisations, within and across sectors, and as a nation, we need to get better at collaboration. Effective collaboration requires strong social capital – the networks which connect us, the levels of trust between individuals and groups, and access to knowledge and resources.
Sustainability netwalking fosters social capital for sustainability action by creating time and space for sustainability leaders to meet, connect and explore both their distinct perspectives and the common ground they share.
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Find upcoming netwalks and register via our events calendar…
Sustainability Netwalking Leaders
We look forward to walking and talking with you. Any questions, just ask!
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Osbert Lancaster
REALISE EARTH co-founder & director
- Long time sustainability leadership consultant and facilitator.
- Lives: Portobello, Edinburgh
- Local walk: Whinny Hill, Holyrood Park.
- Qualified Hill and Moorland Leader.
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Morag Watson
REALISE EARTH co-founder & director
- Climate change, sustainability and leadership policy expert.
- Lives: Dunblane, Stirlingshire
- Local walk: Kippenrait Glen and Walters Muir.
- Qualified Hill and Moorland Leader.