Since winning the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections, the Green Party has introduced ecological policies over their two terms. Recognising Scotland as one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world and responding to evidence that 80% of Scots support government-backed rewilding, the Greens established the Scottish Restoration Task (SRT) in 2032.
This national climate duty requires those aged 16 and above to complete either 60 paid days in a flora, fauna, or water habitat placement, or 60 days of paid climate education classes, to earn a SCQF level 5 qualification. Scotland’s restoration programme has created a generation directly connected to their ecosystems, with communities across economic backgrounds participating together and breaking down social barriers whilst rebuilding habitats.
Workers restore kelp forests, remove invasive species, monitor water quality, and collect biological data across Scotland’s coastlines and lochs. This work contributes to planetary health through carbon sequestration and biodiversity protection. The programme creates equitable health by making restoration accessible across abilities and backgrounds, whilst treating ecosystems themselves as stakeholders deserving of care. This is an SRT research centre located on an active restoration site where conscripts collect data and specimens during their placements.