From the earliest stages of this project, we have been keen to use information graphics as an educational tool to support wider understanding of the Net Zero agenda in Scotland. 

In partnership with The Royal Society of Edinburgh and Skills Development Scotland we are very grateful for the support they have offered to help this happen.
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In summer 2025, Achieving Net Zero was grateful to receive a research grant from the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSA). This funding has enabled the creation of artwork for a newspaper-style pop-up exhibition version of the posters, and printing for 300 broadsheets. These would be distributed initially across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire as a pilot in 2026, to secondary schools, colleges and universities

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​In early 2026, we also received support from Skills Development Scotland (SDS), who work with secondary schools to provide career information, advice and guidance through qualified SDS advisers. For the pilot the SDS will promote the project in secondary schools across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire during the pilot phase.

By working in partnership with the SDS, this initiative links school career planning directly with enhancing young people’s knowledge of Scotland’s available energy resources to ensure they are prepared for and able to access the opportunities created by developing energy efficiency in the coming years.
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Pupil at Banchory Academy looking through the broadsheet.

If the pilot proves successful, we will work with the SDS to explore the potential for rolling out the project across all Scottish secondary schools.
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We will also plan to distribute the broadsheet in public spaces such as universities, colleges, libraries, science centres and museums, in order to encourage discussion and maximise social impact.

This approach aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, as outlined below.

UN Sustainable Development Goals

The posters developed for Achieving Net Zero, relate to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

1. Goal 4: Quality Education
   The project offers educational tools that enhance understanding of environmental issues, thereby fostering informed and engaged future generations.
2. Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
   The initiative focuses on renewable energy and Scotland’s transition to cleaner energy sources, which aligns directly with this goal.
3. Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
   By promoting awareness of sustainable practices and Scotland’s approach to reducing emissions, the project contributes to building more sustainable communities.
4. Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
   The work encourages responsible use of resources by educating the public about sustainable energy and net-zero initiatives.
5. Goal 13: Climate Action
   Raising awareness about Scotland’s commitment to net-zero emissions by 2045 aligns directly with taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
6. Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals
   ​The collaboration between academic professionals and public awareness campaigns fosters partnerships to achieve the sustainability goals.

This alignment demonstrates the project's contribution to a broad range of sustainability efforts.
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