Delivering a Wellbeing Economy and a Just Transition towards Net Zero CPD Course

We know that economic growth does not reduce inequality. It is for this reason that governments over a number of decades have sought mechanisms that will not only grow the economy but also spread growth more equally across the population. Most recently in the Scottish policy context there has been a greater focus on building […]

Shaping Tomorrow: Navigating the Future Funding Landscape

This event is designed to bring clarity to the evolving funding landscape in the UK, with a focus on influencing future opportunities and aligning projects with new funding streams. Participants will gain insights into government plans, explore innovative approaches to funding and investment, and understand the key factors that drive successful public-private partnerships. The event […]

Introduction to Economic Development CPD Course

Recent events have highlighted both the importance of a strong economy and the fragility of our current economic model to sudden change. In such times, it is all the more important for economic professionals to be up-to-speed with the latest developments and emerging trends and insights. This course on Introduction to Economic Development is designed […]

CWB Event Series #3: Community Wealth Building: Best Practice – Scotland and Beyond!

EDAS, through our Community Wealth Building (CWB) Centre for Excellence, and on behalf of the Scottish Government is delivering a work programme to grow knowledge sharing, build expertise and skills and highlight good practice in organisations looking to start, or develop their CWB activities. Over the next six months, we will be conducting a range […]

Unlocking Inclusive Growth: Challenges and Opportunities in Regional Economic Partnerships

A Regional Economic Partnerships (REPs) Insight Session Set against a backdrop of the growing role of Regional Economic Partnerships (REPs) and regional delivery within Scottish Government, join us for an insightful exploration of the challenges and opportunities faced by REPs in delivering economic development activities, with a focus on inclusive growth. The session will provide […]

Let’s Talk About…Productivity (Event Series #4)

Let’s Talk About Series This is the fourth and final discussion in a series of EDAS sessions that invites guests who all who have a particular - maybe differing view or perspective - on the topic. EDAS will hold no particular view on the topic, bar wishing to create a space in which others can […]

EDAS Future Leaders Network: Female Entrepreneurship and Economic Development

The Future Leaders Network will be hosting its next virtual event on Tuesday 18th March (13:00-14:00) The EDAS Future Leaders Network is a community of individuals who, together, will be the driving force behind economic development in Scotland, for years to come. The EDAS Future Leaders Network invites you to an engaging and thought-provoking panel discussion […]

CWB Event Series #4: Unlocking Local Prosperity – Community Wealth Building & Finance

EDAS, through our Community Wealth Building (CWB) Centre for Excellence, and on behalf of the Scottish Government is delivering a work programme to grow knowledge sharing, build expertise and skills and highlight good practice in organisations looking to start, or develop their CWB activities. Over the next six months, we will be conducting a range […]

Circular Economy: Unlocking Scotland’s Economic Potential

An event co-produced by EDAS & Zero Waste Scotland  Scotland is at a critical inflection point, transitioning from a fossil-fuel-driven economic model to a circular economy—one that prioritises sustainability, resource efficiency, and social equity. This shift is essential to building a prosperous, fair, and green economy, aligned with the urgent global imperative to address climate […]

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CWB Event Series #5: Community Wealth Building Bill: Powering up economic development

EDAS, through our Community Wealth Building (CWB) Centre for Excellence, and on behalf of the Scottish Government is delivering a work programme to grow knowledge sharing, build expertise and skills and highlight good practice in organisations looking to start, or develop their CWB activities. We are producing a range of activities and supports including events, […]