Scotland's environment blog

This month Willie takes us on a trip to his old stomping grounds of Sutherland and shares his thoughts on the changes he's seen over his career as a soil scientist.

Volunteers needed! We’re looking for your help and feedback on the Scotland’s soils website and would like to invite you to take part in a short usability test.

You've probably heard of 'Where's Wally?' - the red and white striped jumper and hat wearing man you have to find in pictures of his adventures. Well we'd like to introduce you to the Scotland's Environment version - 'Where's Willie?' - and ask you to join him on his adventures as he explores our fabulous Scottish Environment in our new blog feature.

We are pleased to introduce you to the new look Scotland’s soils website. The Scotland’s soils website is part of the Scotland’s environment web family, and provides data and information on Scotland’s soils.

When asked how we benefit from Scotland’s environment it’s likely that biodiversity springs to mind; our varied landscape – from coastal shores to mountain tops - and the wide range of plant and animal life it supports.

Today is World Oceans Day. All across the globe people have organised events and activities to celebrate and raise awareness of why we need to protect and conserve our oceans, seas and coastal waters.