Environmental Research Institute

27/01/2026

Work to restore Scotland’s peatlands is accelerating to help meet climate change targets. This collection of short courses is aimed at supporting anyone working or looking to work in the peatland restoration industry.

06/01/2026

Introduction to Peatland Restoration

This free, two-day course provides an introduction to peatland ecology and the principles behind restoration techniques currently being used across Scotland.

📍 Armadale Village Hall
📅 2 – 3 February
⏰ 9:30am – 4pm

The course blends classroom sessions in Armadale with discussions on a nearby peatland where restoration work is taking place, giving real-world context to the learning.

Topics include peatland formation and function, common restoration measures such as drain blocking and reprofiling, protected species and licencing, spatial data capture, monitoring restoration outcomes, and health and safety on peatland sites.

Funded through NatureScot Peatland ACTION. Book now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1975984693410?aff=oddtdtcreator

This 2 day course will give you an overview on the make up and ecology of Peatlands and the theory behind restoration techniques needed.

22/12/2025

Our free Peatland Short Courses support people who are working in, or looking to enter, the peatland restoration sector.

Courses include:
➕ Introduction to peatland restoration
➕ Protected species on peatlands
➕ Introduction to GIS for peatland restoration

Courses are funded through NatureScot Peatland ACTION.

Places are limited. View all courses and book: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/peatland-short-courses-4801003

Work to restore Scotland’s peatlands is accelerating to help meet climate change targets. This collection of short courses is aimed at supporting anyone working or looking to work in the peatland restoration industry.

17/12/2025

Peatland restoration activity is increasing across Scotland, with growing demand for practical skills and experience.

We’re pleased to be running our Peatland Short Courses again, offering short, focused training for anyone interested in peatland restoration work.

Our work was recently recognised with the Innovation and Research Award at the 2025 CDN College Awards for the For Peat’s Sake project, delivered in collaboration with ERI and NatureScot Peatland ACTION and focused on connecting research with real-world training.

Explore courses and register: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/peatland-short-courses-4801003

12/12/2025

We’re hiring!

ERI is currently recruiting for new roles based in Thurso:

➕ Research & Knowledge Exchange Theme Leader (Pollution)
➕ Energy Innovation Coordinator
➕ Energy Innovation Research Associate

If you’re passionate about research with real-world impact, our multidisciplinary team would love to hear from you.

🔗 View full details and apply: https://www.eri.ac.uk/vacancies-1

Join us on the way to drive positive changes aligned with regional, national, and international agendas.

05/12/2025

01/12/2025

Ahead of the College Development Network on Thursday, we are highlighting the innovative work behind our nomination in the Innovation and Research category.

For Peat’s Sake was developed by our Environmental Research Institute team in partnership with NatureScot Peatland ACTION. The project addresses Scotland’s need for a skilled workforce to support peatland restoration and climate targets.

More than 40 learners have already completed our new short courses, gaining practical skills that support local contractors and protect fragile landscapes across the north and west. This training is helping communities build a more sustainable future through specialist, in-demand skills.

Read more in the CDN interactive guide: https://www.cdn.ac.uk/college-awards-2025/

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24/11/2025

📰 A sold-out success for the Flow Country Research Conference

From Capitulum to Catchment brought 100 delegates, including researchers, students and practitioners from across the UK and Europe, together for two days of knowledge sharing and a field trip into the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Read the full story on our website: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/news/a-sold-out-success-for-the-flow-country-research-conference.html