Data support sheets

Data support sheet: Marine and environmental issues in Scotland

This data support sheet looks at Scotland's natural marine heritage, and use of the marine environment, conflicts of interest and management measures to resolve these and so secure the sustainable use of Scotland's coasts and seas.

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Data support sheet: Biodiversity

One of a series of data support sheets on environmental issues in Scotland. 'Biodiversity in Scotland: Investigating the Natural Heritage' covers: what is biodiversity; the value of biodiversity; changes and threats to biodiversity in Scotland; action for conserving biodiversity. References, useful websites and a glossary are also included.

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Data support sheet: Freshwater

One of a series of data support sheets on environmental issues in Scotland. 'Fresh waters of Scotland' covers: size and extent; variety of habitats; importance for conservation; archaeological value; use, pressures and impacts; approaches to management. References, useful websites and a glossary are also included.

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Data support sheet: Red deer

One of a series of data support sheets on environmental issues in Scotland. 'Red Deer in Scotland' covers: distribution and population dynamics; current legislation and management; red deer as a resource; threats to red deer; red deer as sources of conflict. References, useful websites and a glossary are also included.

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Data support sheet: Energy

One of a series of data support sheets on environmental issues in Scotland. 'Energy and the Environment' covers: the importance of energy; energy use and supply; environmental impacts and sustainability; energy efficiency; reducing our impact. Curriculum links, references, useful website and a glossary are also included.

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Data support sheet: Agriculture

One of a series of data support sheets on environmental issues in Scotland. 'Agriculture and the Environment in Scotland' covers: types of agriculture; social/economic aspects; changes since the '40s; value for wildlife; the Common Agricultural Policy; rural communities; future challenges. Curriculum links, activity ideas, references, useful websites and a glossary are also included.

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Data support sheet: Land use

One of a series of data support sheets on environmental issues in Scotland. 'Land Use Changes in Scotland' covers: land use, past and present; driving forces for change; monitoring environmental impacts; positive changes for conservation. Curriculum links, references, useful websites and a glossary are also included.

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Data support sheet: Forests and woods

One of a series of data support sheets on environmental issues in Scotland. 'Forests and Woods in Scotland' covers: the 'wildwood'; current distribution of native woodland; current threats; forestry in the UK; conservation value and conifer plantations - problems for biodiversity and sustainability. References, useful websites and a glossary are also included.

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