The Scottish Beacon, Scotland’s network of independent and hyperlocal newsrooms, has launched a new project with the Local Storytelling Exchange to shift the dial on how issues relating to the green transition are covered. The partnership comes on the heels of our Citizens Agenda project, which asked people to define the issues that mattered most to them in the run-up to the General Election. Climate change and green energy were the top two issues that emerged.
At The Scottish Beacon, we believe in the power of community-driven solutions. We aim to amplify these stories to show that a greener, fairer Scotland is possible – and already taking shape.
Through this collaboration, we’re bringing attention to local actions that are shaping Scotland’s future, offering inspiration and practical examples of how progress is being made.
Our participation in the Local Storytelling Exchange aligns with our mission to empower communities and highlight the solutions that are already making a difference.
Publications hoping to participate include: Greater Govanhill, Broughton Spurtle, Glenkens Gazette, Forres Online, Shetland News, Fios, Bylines Scotland, Kyle Chronicle, Crail Matters,The Clydesider, C&B News, Lochside Press, The Bellman, Midlothian View.
Project Articles
Plant Grow Share: Don’t let it go to waste
It is an event, each weekend in the long days of summer, to see two …
Wrapped: 100 Days of the Green Transition
Recently, we reached the end of our 100 Days of the Green Transition project, which …
Organic veg producers in Shetland say climate crisis still not taken seriously
FOOD producers Transition Turriefield say they are “tired of fighting to get enough” funding from …
How can tenement owners retrofit their homes?
Unlike many European countries, Scotland lacks mandatory owners’ associations, leaving tenants and flat owners to …
Volunteers made a difference at Loch Lomond
Volunteers joined in a session organised by the Friends of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs, …
Stories of our native trees
Clydesider Magazine contributor, Breeze, shares where and why we can all enjoy some of Scotland’s …
Where are all the butterflies?
Butterfly populations in Scotland have noticeably dropped, writes Jim Duncan. But what does this mean …
Rare pine marten spotted in Scottish national park is good news for the native red squirrel population
Pine martens, the most elusive mammal found in the UK, has been spotted in Balloch …
How to build a community litter picking group in your community
This isn’t an article about the council, nor is it entirely about rubbish. This is …
How a community group in the Southside of Glasgow transformed Kingarth Lane using the Lane Improvement Fund
If you had told me a year ago that one day I would be sat …
Art competition focusses on Arrochar litter sink
An art competition focussing on the ‘Arrochar litter sink’ has been launched for schoolchildren in …
A Focus on Food: sustainable gardening projects for young people in the Glenkens
The Glenkens has traditionally been a farming area, so a focus on and understanding of …
Reviving Dr MacKay’s Wood: A Call to the Juniper Green Community
Dr MacKay’s Wood Needs Your Help! Local residents and the City of Edinburgh Council are …
New Galloway community larder launch
From the community, for the community,’ is Local Initiatives in New Galloway’s (LING) focus on …
Solar panels for historic St. Stephen’s Church in Edinburgh
St Stephen’s Theatre Company seeks listed building consent to install photovoltaic solar panels on the …
10 Year celebrations for Bellsmyre Community Garden in Dumbartonshire
This summer saw 10 year anniversary celebrations for Bellsmyre Community Garden. In this article Harvey …
Bonar Bridge Community Kitchen Garden
It will grow fruit and veg to supply the community café By Kyle Chronicle What …
Recycle, renew, reuse – transitioning to the green economy
The sprouting idea of sustainable living is emerging in Highland Perthshire By Charlie McCarthy, Bylines …
A new National Park for Scotland?
In July 2024 the Scottish government selected Galloway as a possible location for a new …
Castlehill is being transformed into a nature haven…but not without the help of its community
A community farm and wildlife initiative is looking for helpers to keep the site in …
£1.1m award for nature restoration initiative
Wild Strathfillan received a £1.1m boost from the Scottish Government’s Nature Restoration Fund, managed by …
Community empowerment key to just transition
Scotland’s Just Transition Commission is set to call for the introduction of the statutory right …
Shawlands GoBike and Bike Bus celebrate Glasgow’s ambitious cycle lane plans with heartfelt ‘Thank You’ card
Cycling groups in the Southside are celebrating a major milestone in the city’s cycling infrastructure. …
Tackling carbon footprint through community composting
For many, composting can seem like a daunting task to get right, requiring specialised knowledge …
New active travel trail in Doon Valley
A new walking and cycling route currently being developed, the Doon Valley Trail, will provide …
Kendoon’s lifesaving solar solution
With only a small number of permanent residents, the tiny hamlet of Kendoon is one …
River Guardians: Guarding the Leven
It’s an overcast, warm and muggy day and the River Guardians volunteer group is down …
