ScotRail has announced that it is up for a top environmental award in recognition for its work to improve biodiversity across Scotland's Railway.
The train operator has been nominated for Partnership Scotland Award at upcoming the VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards 2019.
The category looks at partnerships which demonstrate a commitment to environmental sustainability and reducing environmental impact.
Last year, ScotRail partnered with community volunteering charity The Conservation Volunteers and RSPB Scotland, and so far, these partnerships have:
- Invested £40,000 supporting 28 biodiversity projects
- Enhanced habitats for foraging insects and animals
- Created nine wildflower meadows and three ponds
- Dedicated 752 volunteer hours on biodiversity projects
- Upskilled 188 volunteers in local communities
- Increased awareness of the importance of biodiversity among school children
- Promoted the reuse of waste materials at ScotRail stations and depots
ScotRail is also exceeding ambitious energy and carbon reduction targets which form a critical part of its franchise agreement committed obligations.
What did the officials say?
ScotRail Head of Environment Damian Keaveny said:
“It's great be nominated for the Partnership Scotland Award at the 2019 VIBES.
“We recognise the part we have to play meeting Scotland's ambition to be a world leader on tackling climate change, and we're fully committed to creating a sustainable railway and which contributes to an environmentally aware Scotland.”
Where Next?
News Homepage
For the Latest Railway News
RailAdvent Online Shop
Framed Prints, DVD's / Blu-Ray's and more
LocoStop Community
Come and share your railway pictures
