The Scottish Government is working towards a Greener Scotland by improving the natural and built environment and protecting it for present and future generations.
Action is being taken to reduce the local and global environmental impact through tackling climate change, moving towards a zero-waste Scotland and increasing the use of renewable energy.
International Year of Biodiversity 2010
Scots are being encouraged to celebrate Scotland's unique ecosystems - home to 90,000 different species - during the International Year of Biodiversity
The United Nations-led celebration aims to involve individuals and organisations in activities to enjoy and safeguard our flora and fauna.