📣New Call for Proposals to deliver an evidence synthesis and review, a gap analysis, and a methodological review focused on land- and freshwater-based sources of pressures relevant to the sensitivities of key assets in marine and estuarine waters. 💧🌊 More info here: tinyurl.com/257b2zat

📣 New Call for Proposals to evaluate the impacts of hydrological drought and intermittent flow recovery on freshwater biota in Scottish river systems, and assess whether current water scarcity policy provides adequate and practical environmental protection. 💧🐟 More info here: tinyurl.com/yzpx5we

1/2 Although we're focusing on flooding at @verture.bsky.social #Floodresilience2026 it's hard not to also touch on other impacts of #ClimateChange such as #WaterScarcity. Something highlighted in this afternoons talk on issues faced by distilleries.

People across Scotland are invited to share experiences of local flooding as part of SEPA’s public consultation. - Focus on high-risk areas - Informs Flood Risk Management Plans (2028–2034) - Closes: 22 Apr 2026 Have your say 👇 consultation.sepa.org.uk/evidence-and...

💦 We're at @verture.bsky.social #Floodresilience2026. The conference sub-themes of Place, People & Process reflect the themes of Scotland’s Flood Resilience Strategy which was published just over a year ago. #HydrologicalExtremes

Why will a winter storm and severe cold weather outbreak across North America affect the weather in the UK this week? Find out all about it in this short video 👇

🚨Our Myth Busting Focus Week starts today!🚨 🤔 Follow along this week as we bust some of the biggest misconceptions about flooding, including “It won’t happen here”🤯❌ Here’s a sneak peak from our misconceptions of flooding resource🔗 thefloodhub.co.uk/wp-content/u...

Our January update includes: ▪️CXC Assembly 2026: Accelerating Climate Action ▪️Open tender: Mapping Scotland’s sustainable finance landscape (deadline 29 Jan) ▪️New blog on bridging the gap between climate, health and food policy in Scotland Read + subscribe: mailings.ed.ac.uk/cr/AQjkvgcQz...

The National Geological Repository is a @ukri.org national science facility and the largest collection of geoscience samples from the UK. Its collections help drive natural resource exploration, support business growth and improve subsurface risk investigations. www.bgs.ac.uk/geological-d...

💧We’re looking forward to hearing about the latest steps Scotland is taking towards greater flood resilience, and to catching up with colleagues from across sectors at next week’s @verture.bsky.social Flood Resilience Conference (27–28 January). verture.org.uk/latest/scotl... #HydrologicalExtremes

With more ‘weather extremes’ predicted for Scotland, its worth looking at nature based solutions and how they could help reduce the impact of flooding – see what other farmers have done at www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/resource-category/natural-flood-management/

💧Great to read this @sefariscot.bsky.social case study about Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in action. Take a look at two of our recent @crew-waters.bsky.social projects that also feature NbS... 🔗 tinyurl.com/RiverwoodsPr... 🔗 tinyurl.com/WaterScarcit... #HydrologicalExtremes

How much rain and snow will we see in eastern Scotland later this week? 🌧️ ❄️ At least 120mm of rain could fall in some upland locations. And there may be 40cms (15.7 inches) of snow in some places 400m above sea level. Watch this clip from today’s Deep Dive with Alex ⤵️

The 2025 Public Attitudes to Science Survey is out, with a mixed picture of how the UK sees science 🧪. ✔️ Strong support for scientists: 82% say they contribute real value. ✔️ 64% see science driving economic growth. ❗ But fewer people feel well informed about science than six years ago. 1/

🚨❌Our Flooding Myth Busting Focus Week starts next week!❌🚨 🤔Throughout next week, we’ll be busting some of the biggest misconceptions about #flooding, including “It won’t happen here” and “The council will give me sandbags” Follow us across social media next week as we bust these myths✅

A new year and welcoming new followers — so time for a quick reintroduction. We’re the National Centre for Resilience, a research and knowledge exchange centre based at the University of Glasgow @glasgow.ac.uk, working to strengthen Scotland's resilience to natural hazards.

OUT NOW! 🎙️𝗘𝗣.𝟭𝟰 – 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿-𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲? In this new podcast Josselin Rouillard from @ecologic.eu tells us how the future of European freshwaters and farming are so closely linked, and what we can do to help them flourish: project-merlin.eu/podcasts.html

Adaptation Scotland have put together a summary of climate change predictions and how they relate to Scotland. 2025 was Scotland's warmest year on record. Will 2026 be in line with predicted trends? Info at

🌍 Are you #teaching #climate #change this term? We’ve got ready-to-use #KS3 and #KS2 resources covering weather, climate and climate change to support your lessons. #Geography #UKTeachers #TeacherResources

📢Take a look at the January 2026 edition of The Spark, your update from SEFARI Gateway on the latest research developments from the Scottish Government’s Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture (ENRA) strategic research programme. 📎 sefari.scot/newsletter #KnowledgeExchange

Just 14 days remain to share your views on Scotland’s Draft Climate Change Plan. This is a key moment for shaping a resilient, climate‑ready Scotland. Have your say before 29 January: consult.gov.scot/energy-and-c...

In our latest climate newsletter the spotlight is on 2025 temperatures. We’re also taking a look at the UK’s warmest and sunniest year on record, the outlook for 2026, and more… Read the newsletter 👇 content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKM...

Would you like to make a real impact on freshwater conservation? @riverflies.bsky.social, hosted by FBA, is looking for a Senior Development Manager to support one of Europe's longest-running citizen science programmes. Closing date is 18 Jan. Find out more & apply: www.fba.org.uk/riverfly-par...

Last week we shared Part 1 in our Ditching and Dredging series – Part II goes into more detail, covering some of the practical activities that can be done on farm as part of the general binding rules. Its at www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/resource/ditches-and-dredging-part-what-can-you-do/

Exciting opportunity alert! We’re #hiring a Temporary Communications Officer to join the Secretariat of the Convention on Wetlands. This role involves supporting day to day communications, including content creation, social media and document preparation. Apply today: hrms.iucn.org/vacancy/7490

Thinking of clearing out some of the ditches around the farm? Our Know the Rules Factsheet provides a handy reminder of do's and dont's along with some key definitions. It’s at www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/FW-Factsheet-14.pdf

We are commissioning research into the current sustainable finance landscape in Scotland. Closes at noon on Thursday 29 January. Learn more: www.climatexchange.org.uk/research-cal...

Emma Stevens-Veitch, who graduated with a BSc Wildlife and Conservation Management in 2025 completed her dissertation on dragonfly larvae and now works for the British Dragonfly Society. Emma talks to Hamza Yassin on Countryfile about dragonfly larvae and the role they play.

University of Galway's Ryan Institute will unveil the All-Ireland Peatlands Centre of Excellence (APEX) next week www.advertiser.ie/galway/artic...

You can find out more about the weather impacts and extremes experienced across the UK last month in our detailed assessment of the weather and climate statistics. Read the full summary here: bit.ly/49pRpig

Nitrogen pollution affects air, water, climate, biodiversity & health—costing billions. Prof Mark Sutton reflects on #UNEA7, how global partnerships are driving progress, and why timely investment is now essential to turn plans into action. Full post: www.ceh.ac.uk/news-and-med...

🐟 We look back on a fascinating year of articles, films and podcasts. 🌊 Interested in the science, policy and communication of freshwater restoration at a pivotal time for European environments? 🗺️ You'll find a lot to explore here! @merlin-project.bsky.social freshwaterblog.net/2026/01/07/t...

It’s a snowy start for some, but what else will 2026 bring? Our colleagues over at Scotland's Farm Advisory Service have some useful resources on responding to weather extremes www.fas.scot/responding-to-changing-weather/

🎉Happy New Year from all of us at CREW.🎉 We’d like to wish everyone a great 2026. We’re looking forward to continuing to support Scottish Government, its delivery partners & the research community in their work to inform, develop & implement water related policy in Scotland.

⏰ There’s still time to apply for this call for proposals to review existing FIO models and explore how they could be integrated to improve understanding of E. coli sources in Scotland. 🗓️Apply by 15 Jan 🔗 www.crew.ac.uk/project/CD20...

⚠️ Yellow warning for #snow & #ice until 11am today across #Cumbria & #Lancashire. Travel may be disrupted – icy roads, longer journeys & slips on pavements. Stay safe: plan ahead, check updates & carry winter essentials (warm clothes, blanket, food, water, torch, charger, ice scraper).

Cold weather can lead to burst pipes, icy roads and even surface water flooding as snow and ice melt. Stay safe: ✔ Low, steady heating ✔ Know your stop tap ✔ Never drive through flood water Read our blog for more info: thefloodhub.co.uk/blog/ensure-...

Closing next week!!

💚 WORLD WETLANDS DAY 💚 2 February 2026 This year’s theme is "Wetlands and traditional knowledge: Celebrating cultural heritage." Be part of the global celebration! worldwetlandsday.org #WorldWetlandsDay #CelebratingWetlands #WorldWetlandsDay2026

⏰ Reminder: @crew-waters.bsky.social Call for proposals We’re seeking researchers to review FIO models & future integration opportunities to improve catchment-level understanding of E. coli sources in Scotland. 🗓️ Apply by 15 Jan 🔗 tinyurl.com/39sa4vsw

🌱 Today marks a new chapter for Europe’s soils Healthy soils are easy to overlook — until they are gone. They grow our food, store carbon, filter water and support biodiversity. When soils are healthy, ecosystems thrive and societies are more resilient. 👉 The evidence is clear ... 🧵(1/5)

DEADLINE EXTENDED 📢 We are commissioning research on the current capacity, capability and readiness of Scottish ports to support Scotland’s offshore wind sector. New deadline: 10:00 Friday 9 January Learn more: www.climatexchange.org.uk/research-cal... @sefariscot.bsky.social

📢 New call for proposals: We're seeking researchers to review existing faecal indicator organism (FIO) models and explore how they could be integrated to improve catchment-level understanding of E. coli sources in Scotland. Details: tinyurl.com/39sa4vsw FAQs: tinyurl.com/2j2yappm 🗓️Apply by: 15 Jan

Fantastic to be part of @hutton.ac.uk Hutton Hub Community Event! Great chats on water use, emerging contaminants, rural landscape change, and mental health and wellbeing 🌊💡 For more information about our work, please visit: www.crew.ac.uk Graphic art credit: @jennycapondraws.bsky.social

📄From acronyms to impact! 🌍 In her first blog, @sefariscot.bsky.social Research & Comms Manager Jenny Fyall shares her first impressions on how a small team delivers big impact. 🔗 tinyurl.com/SEFARIImpres... #KnowledgeExchange #ResearchImpact #ScienceCommunication

💧How can Scotland strengthen its water resilience as pressures from #ClimateChange and urban growth increase? Find out in our most recent news article below ⬇️ tinyurl.com/SurfaceWater... @dundee.ac.uk @abertayuni.bsky.social @scottishwater.bsky.social @consumerscotland.bsky.social

📖New report! Behavioural science can help Scotland meet its climate goals, but it’s not yet widely used in our policymaking. This report summarises a roundtable with Scottish Government on key challenges and six projects to trial over the next six months. www.climatexchange.org.uk/projects/acc...

Our news release contains up-to-date information about #StormBram including the latest weather warnings. Read it here 👇

In the UK, winters are getting wetter as rainfall is becoming more intense and we’re seeing more extreme #weather events. These changes are already affecting #flood risk and that’s something we can’t ignore. 🌊 Read more on #ClimateChange and #Flooding ➡️ thefloodhub.co.uk/am-i-at-risk...

🔔🔔🔔MASTS is looking for two new Trustees to join the MAST-Scotland Board. Help us build a sustainable funding model that secures the future of our Graduate School and supports the next generation of marine scientists. Experienced in philanthropy or investment? Learn more: masts.ac.uk/feature/join...