Sustainable Futures Group
Sustainable Futures Group
Leader: Nick Tatchell
Origins and Aims
The UCT Environment & Sustainability Working Group was first established in January 2018 in response the UCT 2017- 2027 Community Growth Plan which detailed the community’s desire to see positive action on environmental issues.
The aim of the group is to bring together people within the community who have a professional role or an interest in making a positive contribution to environmental issues such as reducing waste, protecting biodiversity and nature, supporting sustainable ways of living and working, and taking action on climate change.
Our focus areas:
Reducing waste going to landfill, challenging the habit of using single use cups and containers when buying food and drink from local cafes.
Promoting plastic free shopping
The health and sustainable flourishing of our rivers and marine environments
Improving energy efficiency of housing, to reduce bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Promoting active travel and sustainable transport (with LUCT Active Travel group)
Establishing a climate café (discussion space) in Ullapool
Projects Completed:
Highland Community Waste Partnership
Consultation survey on Home Energy use
Energy Saving tips published in local media
Collaboration with Home Energy Scotland on Home Energy Advice drop in events
Feasibility review of installing public composting toilets in our area
“Green Screen” (series of environmental film screenings): collaboration with other local environmental groups
Campaign for a public drinking fountain in Ullapool
Current projects:
Highland Energy Community Partnership : This 5 year project, starting July 2025. Follow news on the HECP at this link.
Join Us
We are always keen to have new members join the group! If you are passionate about making a difference and would like to get involved, please get in touch by emailing info@ullapoolcommunity.org or drop into the New Broom and speak to one of the team to register your interest.
WHAT’S NEW…
In April 2025 we launched a new initative to help residents of Lochbroom improve the energy performance of their homes. READ ALL ABOUT IT HERE