Climate Change - Net Zero Nation: draft public engagement strategy - consultation

Next Steps

This strategy is only the beginning of an ambitious new chapter. For it to be successful, we will need to work collaboratively. We have outlined an evidence-based blueprint for public engagement with people at the heart of our transition to net zero. The focus of the three strategic objectives is on increasing public understanding and acceptance of the ambitious policy-making necessary for us to achieve our climate change commitments, and on enabling people in Scotland to actively participate in developing that policy and take action to meet our climate ambitions.

Success against this strategy cannot be achieved by working in isolation. We will require the expertise, knowledge and passion of all corners of society including from our local authorities, businesses, third sector organisations and communities. By working in partnership, as part of a national effort, we can achieve the just and fair transition required to achieve a net zero nation and a climate ready Scotland.

Given the national endeavour ahead of us, it is only right to consult on a strategy such as this. We encourage all interested parties to contribute your views to ensure that this strategy reflects the ambitious, collaborative approach we are trying to achieve.