The Just Transition Commission are visiting Dumfries and will be undertaking a series of visits and hosting a number of roundtables on Thursday and Friday 22nd and 23rd of August.
On the afternoon of the 23rd, there is an invitation to their final roundtable.
The Just Transition Commission is in an independent group that advises the Scottish Government on how to cut carbon emissions in a fair way. It includes experts and leaders from trade unions, voluntary organisations, environmental groups, business and industry.
The Commission’s visit to the region will seek to cover a range of core just transition topics, including housing, agriculture and forestry. The purpose of this roundtable is to bring together stakeholders in the region to discuss the opportunities, challenges and the key considerations for achieving a fair transition to net zero in Dumfries and Galloway.
The roundtable will be held on 23rd August (12:00 – 14:15) at the Crichton (Duncan – Easterbrook Hall).
Following the roundtable, the Commission will publish a briefing sharing findings and advice.
Please RSVP to this invitation at justtransitioncommission@gov.scot – lunch will be provided so please share any dietary requirements.