Climate Policy Communication & Public Engagement
Jack Jardine
Supporting clear communication, participation, and public understanding in climate transition and sustainability policy.
Attendance at Scottish Parliament Cross Party Group on Sustainable Transport session: International supply chains and sustainable freight
Structural Issue Identified
Decarbonising freight and export supply chains presents structural challenges for Scotland’s transition to a low-carbon economy. International logistics, port infrastructure and distribution systems must adapt to align with climate targets while maintaining economic competitiveness.
What problem this work relates to
Transport emissions remain a significant component of Scotland’s climate challenge. Freight and export logistics involve complex interactions between ports, industry supply chains and national transport systems.
Understanding how these sectors approach decarbonisation provides insight into the practical implementation challenges associated with climate policy goals.
Structural Adjustment & Implementation
Attendance at an online meeting of the Scottish Parliament Cross-Party Group on Sustainable Transport, a parliamentary stakeholder forum bringing together policymakers, industry representatives and civil society organisations.
The session focused on sustainable freight and international supply chains and included presentations from stakeholders involved in port operations, logistics and distribution.
Observable Effect
The session provided insight into current discussions around freight logistics and export supply chains within Scotland’s wider transport decarbonisation agenda.
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Relevant Institutions and Policy Frameworks
You can find more information on the Cross Party Group for Sustainable Transport here. A partipatory function for people from all levels of society to get involved in discussions over policy and hear more.
