Workshop 3 - Communities and Business

This document contains a summary of the Cairngorms Climate Conference workshop held on Monday 9 March 2020. The workshop, titled "Communities and Business – Their Role in Net Zero," focused on reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable living within the Cairngorms National Park. Discussions covered developing a circular economy, prioritizing effective actions, and supporting community and business leadership. Key points included engaging communities and businesses, re-using surplus materials, and improving skills, particularly in repair and upcycling. The workshop also addressed the built environment, emphasizing low-carbon measures, local skills support, housing improvements, and the Cairngorms National Park Authority's (Park Authority) role in improving town centers. The workshop concluded with strategic issues related to creating a circular National Park economy and integrating circular economy principles into the Park Authority's goals for economic regeneration, positioning the Park Authority as an enabler and coordinator in achieving national outcomes.