Paper 4 - C2030 Park board report Q1 2025

This document contains an update on the Cairngorms 2030 (C2030) program, which aims to address the climate and nature crisis within the Cairngorms National Park. The program consists of 20 long-term projects focused on transforming landscapes, empowering communities, and promoting wellbeing. As of early 2025, the first year of the program's delivery phase has been completed, with key achievements including peatland restoration, woodland expansion, and community engagement. The Park Authority has received £12.5 million from The National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) to support C2030 and become the UK's first net zero national park. Challenges remain, particularly around securing funding from Transport Scotland and managing risks associated with the Active Communities project. The Park Authority is working to address these challenges and move forward with planned projects like developing Community Cycle Hubs and engaging with land managers for nature recovery initiatives.