Future Economy Scotland
@futureeconscot.bsky.social
A non-partisan think tank that aims to create a new economy that is democratic, sustainable and just.
https://www.futureeconomy.scot
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🏴 Who owns Scotland's offshore wind assets?
Our new interactive map with @cmmonwealth.bsky.social lets you explore who really owns ScotWind projects – and who stands to benefit
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Explore the map 👉 www.futureeconomy.scot/scotwind
Our new interactive map with @cmmonwealth.bsky.social lets you explore who really owns ScotWind projects – and who stands to benefit
Highlights in 🧵
Explore the map 👉 www.futureeconomy.scot/scotwind
Our 2025 wrapped 🎁
From mapping who profits from ScotWind, to a just transition for workers, restoring nature and a new industrial strategy - we’ve been setting out how Scotland can build a fairer economy.
Thanks for being part of it.
Join us in 2026!
mailchi.mp/futureeconom...
From mapping who profits from ScotWind, to a just transition for workers, restoring nature and a new industrial strategy - we’ve been setting out how Scotland can build a fairer economy.
Thanks for being part of it.
Join us in 2026!
mailchi.mp/futureeconom...
December 19, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Our 2025 wrapped 🎁
From mapping who profits from ScotWind, to a just transition for workers, restoring nature and a new industrial strategy - we’ve been setting out how Scotland can build a fairer economy.
Thanks for being part of it.
Join us in 2026!
mailchi.mp/futureeconom...
From mapping who profits from ScotWind, to a just transition for workers, restoring nature and a new industrial strategy - we’ve been setting out how Scotland can build a fairer economy.
Thanks for being part of it.
Join us in 2026!
mailchi.mp/futureeconom...
Scotland has committed to community wealth building.
But ambition alone won’t deliver change.
Our new report explores what scaling up CWB really requires.
🎥 Watch @neilmcinroy.bsky.social from @democracycollab.bsky.social explain what comes next👇
⬇️ Report: www.futureeconomy.scot/publications...
But ambition alone won’t deliver change.
Our new report explores what scaling up CWB really requires.
🎥 Watch @neilmcinroy.bsky.social from @democracycollab.bsky.social explain what comes next👇
⬇️ Report: www.futureeconomy.scot/publications...
December 18, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Scotland has committed to community wealth building.
But ambition alone won’t deliver change.
Our new report explores what scaling up CWB really requires.
🎥 Watch @neilmcinroy.bsky.social from @democracycollab.bsky.social explain what comes next👇
⬇️ Report: www.futureeconomy.scot/publications...
But ambition alone won’t deliver change.
Our new report explores what scaling up CWB really requires.
🎥 Watch @neilmcinroy.bsky.social from @democracycollab.bsky.social explain what comes next👇
⬇️ Report: www.futureeconomy.scot/publications...
In March, The Scottish Government confronted Scotland’s deepest economic failures with the world’s first Community Wealth Building Bill.
But legislation isn't enough.
In our new blog, @miriambrett.bsky.social & @neilmcinroy.bsky.social set out what's needed.
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/359-wh...
But legislation isn't enough.
In our new blog, @miriambrett.bsky.social & @neilmcinroy.bsky.social set out what's needed.
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/359-wh...
December 18, 2025 at 12:03 PM
In March, The Scottish Government confronted Scotland’s deepest economic failures with the world’s first Community Wealth Building Bill.
But legislation isn't enough.
In our new blog, @miriambrett.bsky.social & @neilmcinroy.bsky.social set out what's needed.
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/359-wh...
But legislation isn't enough.
In our new blog, @miriambrett.bsky.social & @neilmcinroy.bsky.social set out what's needed.
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/359-wh...
📣 What next for community wealth building in Scotland?
Our new report asks what it’ll take to turn ambition into action.
By our Co-Director @miriambrett.bsky.social, and @neilmcinroy.bsky.social, Global Lead for Community Wealth Building at @democracycollab.bsky.social.
1/13 🧵👇
Our new report asks what it’ll take to turn ambition into action.
By our Co-Director @miriambrett.bsky.social, and @neilmcinroy.bsky.social, Global Lead for Community Wealth Building at @democracycollab.bsky.social.
1/13 🧵👇
December 17, 2025 at 10:48 AM
📣 What next for community wealth building in Scotland?
Our new report asks what it’ll take to turn ambition into action.
By our Co-Director @miriambrett.bsky.social, and @neilmcinroy.bsky.social, Global Lead for Community Wealth Building at @democracycollab.bsky.social.
1/13 🧵👇
Our new report asks what it’ll take to turn ambition into action.
By our Co-Director @miriambrett.bsky.social, and @neilmcinroy.bsky.social, Global Lead for Community Wealth Building at @democracycollab.bsky.social.
1/13 🧵👇
We’re now on Instagram!
We’ll be sharing bite-sized explainers, ideas and tools for building a new economy in Scotland that’s democratic, sustainable, and just.
⚡️Decarbonise
✊Democratise
🌱Decommodify
Follow us 👇
www.instagram.com/futureeconsc...
We’ll be sharing bite-sized explainers, ideas and tools for building a new economy in Scotland that’s democratic, sustainable, and just.
⚡️Decarbonise
✊Democratise
🌱Decommodify
Follow us 👇
www.instagram.com/futureeconsc...
December 13, 2025 at 9:06 AM
We’re now on Instagram!
We’ll be sharing bite-sized explainers, ideas and tools for building a new economy in Scotland that’s democratic, sustainable, and just.
⚡️Decarbonise
✊Democratise
🌱Decommodify
Follow us 👇
www.instagram.com/futureeconsc...
We’ll be sharing bite-sized explainers, ideas and tools for building a new economy in Scotland that’s democratic, sustainable, and just.
⚡️Decarbonise
✊Democratise
🌱Decommodify
Follow us 👇
www.instagram.com/futureeconsc...
ICYMI: @lmacfarlane.bsky.social outlines 3 reasons why market-led solutions won’t save Scotland’s woodlands and peatlands.
Watch full recording to learn about what might:
futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
Watch full recording to learn about what might:
futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
December 10, 2025 at 11:18 AM
ICYMI: @lmacfarlane.bsky.social outlines 3 reasons why market-led solutions won’t save Scotland’s woodlands and peatlands.
Watch full recording to learn about what might:
futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
Watch full recording to learn about what might:
futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
What should a just transition for fossil fuel workers look like?
Our economist @jujupepe.bsky.social will join a fantastic panel exploring the answers👇
📺 Webinar
🗓️ Wed 10 December, 12.30pm
Our economist @jujupepe.bsky.social will join a fantastic panel exploring the answers👇
📺 Webinar
🗓️ Wed 10 December, 12.30pm
What should a just transition for fossil fuel workers look like?
Hear from workers representatives, researchers and campaigners about action needed from employers and government
www.eventbrite.co.uk
December 9, 2025 at 10:57 AM
What should a just transition for fossil fuel workers look like?
Our economist @jujupepe.bsky.social will join a fantastic panel exploring the answers👇
📺 Webinar
🗓️ Wed 10 December, 12.30pm
Our economist @jujupepe.bsky.social will join a fantastic panel exploring the answers👇
📺 Webinar
🗓️ Wed 10 December, 12.30pm
When it comes to peatland restoration, the investment model really matters - for financial viability, cost, & a just transition.
In this clip @hannawheatley.bsky.social shares 3 approaches to nature finance.
Full webinar digs into what works - & what doesn’t👇
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
In this clip @hannawheatley.bsky.social shares 3 approaches to nature finance.
Full webinar digs into what works - & what doesn’t👇
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
December 9, 2025 at 10:43 AM
When it comes to peatland restoration, the investment model really matters - for financial viability, cost, & a just transition.
In this clip @hannawheatley.bsky.social shares 3 approaches to nature finance.
Full webinar digs into what works - & what doesn’t👇
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
In this clip @hannawheatley.bsky.social shares 3 approaches to nature finance.
Full webinar digs into what works - & what doesn’t👇
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
As we begin to wrap up the year and look ahead to 2026 and the election in May, here are our 11 priorities for a fairer, more resilient Scotland.
What’s the one change you most want to see Scotland commit to in 2026?
Read in full: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/290-th...
What’s the one change you most want to see Scotland commit to in 2026?
Read in full: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/290-th...
December 8, 2025 at 8:22 AM
As we begin to wrap up the year and look ahead to 2026 and the election in May, here are our 11 priorities for a fairer, more resilient Scotland.
What’s the one change you most want to see Scotland commit to in 2026?
Read in full: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/290-th...
What’s the one change you most want to see Scotland commit to in 2026?
Read in full: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/290-th...
From the upcoming Holyrood election & Scotland’s industrial strategy, to nature restoration, ScotWind, & a just transition for workers & communities.
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December 7, 2025 at 7:40 AM
From the upcoming Holyrood election & Scotland’s industrial strategy, to nature restoration, ScotWind, & a just transition for workers & communities.
✉️ Sign up for insight on the choices shaping Scotland’s future: scot.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...
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🌱How can Scotland fund public investment in nature?
In this clip, @lmacfarlane.bsky.social explains a practical public-led pathway.
🎥 Watch the full recording to learn more:
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
In this clip, @lmacfarlane.bsky.social explains a practical public-led pathway.
🎥 Watch the full recording to learn more:
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
December 5, 2025 at 9:36 AM
🌱How can Scotland fund public investment in nature?
In this clip, @lmacfarlane.bsky.social explains a practical public-led pathway.
🎥 Watch the full recording to learn more:
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
In this clip, @lmacfarlane.bsky.social explains a practical public-led pathway.
🎥 Watch the full recording to learn more:
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
💷 How will the UK Budget shape Scotland’s public finances - now and in the near future?
✨ Check out our 6 key takeaways below.
Or dig deeper into our analysis in the full blog here:
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/358-ho...
✨ Check out our 6 key takeaways below.
Or dig deeper into our analysis in the full blog here:
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/358-ho...
December 4, 2025 at 8:39 AM
💷 How will the UK Budget shape Scotland’s public finances - now and in the near future?
✨ Check out our 6 key takeaways below.
Or dig deeper into our analysis in the full blog here:
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/358-ho...
✨ Check out our 6 key takeaways below.
Or dig deeper into our analysis in the full blog here:
www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/358-ho...
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What role should private finance have in public goods and natural resources? Not everything has to be viewed as a market. And not all markets must be unconstrained. Great discussion here.
🌱❗Private finance could act as a deterrent to peatland restoration @hannawheatley.bsky.social warned in our webinar last week.
In this clip she outlines an alternative public-led investment model based on 3 key principles.
Watch full recording to learn more: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
In this clip she outlines an alternative public-led investment model based on 3 key principles.
Watch full recording to learn more: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
December 1, 2025 at 3:44 PM
What role should private finance have in public goods and natural resources? Not everything has to be viewed as a market. And not all markets must be unconstrained. Great discussion here.
“There’s no economic reason why Scotland shouldn’t have more borrowing powers.”
Our co-director @lmacfarlane.bsky.social spoke to The National about the Scottish Government’s plan to issue bonds:
Our co-director @lmacfarlane.bsky.social spoke to The National about the Scottish Government’s plan to issue bonds:
Does the Scottish Government issuing bonds make sense? Expert gives verdict
AN economic expert has claimed the Scottish Government issuing bonds is “more about politics than economics”, questioning claims it would lead…
www.thenational.scot
December 2, 2025 at 9:59 AM
“There’s no economic reason why Scotland shouldn’t have more borrowing powers.”
Our co-director @lmacfarlane.bsky.social spoke to The National about the Scottish Government’s plan to issue bonds:
Our co-director @lmacfarlane.bsky.social spoke to The National about the Scottish Government’s plan to issue bonds:
🌱❗Private finance could act as a deterrent to peatland restoration @hannawheatley.bsky.social warned in our webinar last week.
In this clip she outlines an alternative public-led investment model based on 3 key principles.
Watch full recording to learn more: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
In this clip she outlines an alternative public-led investment model based on 3 key principles.
Watch full recording to learn more: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
December 1, 2025 at 2:48 PM
🌱❗Private finance could act as a deterrent to peatland restoration @hannawheatley.bsky.social warned in our webinar last week.
In this clip she outlines an alternative public-led investment model based on 3 key principles.
Watch full recording to learn more: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
In this clip she outlines an alternative public-led investment model based on 3 key principles.
Watch full recording to learn more: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
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Great to see genuinely innovative, evidence backed thinking. Grounded in a just transition, they convincingly argue for a public loan system over private financing to deliver multiple benefits for multiple stakeholders incl. higher profits for landowners.
All that's missing is the political will.
All that's missing is the political will.
Missed this week’s webinar on ‘Can private finance fix the nature crisis?’
The full recording is now available to watch on our YouTube channel 🎥
The full recording is now available to watch on our YouTube channel 🎥
Can private finance fix the nature crisis?
YouTube video by Future Economy Scotland
youtu.be
November 29, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Great to see genuinely innovative, evidence backed thinking. Grounded in a just transition, they convincingly argue for a public loan system over private financing to deliver multiple benefits for multiple stakeholders incl. higher profits for landowners.
All that's missing is the political will.
All that's missing is the political will.
Thanks to Mercedes Villalba MSP for raising our proposals to take public equity stakes in offshore wind in Parliament this week.
And to @gillianamartin.bsky.social for agreeing it’s “the right thing to do” — we look forward to seeing more on this 👏
And to @gillianamartin.bsky.social for agreeing it’s “the right thing to do” — we look forward to seeing more on this 👏
November 28, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Thanks to Mercedes Villalba MSP for raising our proposals to take public equity stakes in offshore wind in Parliament this week.
And to @gillianamartin.bsky.social for agreeing it’s “the right thing to do” — we look forward to seeing more on this 👏
And to @gillianamartin.bsky.social for agreeing it’s “the right thing to do” — we look forward to seeing more on this 👏
Ahead of the Budget, rumours circulated that Rachel Reeves would increase income tax rates.
While this ultimately didn’t happen, it exposed quirks in tax devolution that could seriously undermine Scotland’s finances in future 🧵
While this ultimately didn’t happen, it exposed quirks in tax devolution that could seriously undermine Scotland’s finances in future 🧵
November 28, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Ahead of the Budget, rumours circulated that Rachel Reeves would increase income tax rates.
While this ultimately didn’t happen, it exposed quirks in tax devolution that could seriously undermine Scotland’s finances in future 🧵
While this ultimately didn’t happen, it exposed quirks in tax devolution that could seriously undermine Scotland’s finances in future 🧵
Missed this week’s webinar on ‘Can private finance fix the nature crisis?’
The full recording is now available to watch on our YouTube channel 🎥
The full recording is now available to watch on our YouTube channel 🎥
Can private finance fix the nature crisis?
YouTube video by Future Economy Scotland
youtu.be
November 28, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Missed this week’s webinar on ‘Can private finance fix the nature crisis?’
The full recording is now available to watch on our YouTube channel 🎥
The full recording is now available to watch on our YouTube channel 🎥
After weeks of speculation, Rachel Reeves finally delivered her Budget. But how will it impact Scotland?
Highlights in 🧵
Read our full analysis 👉 www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/358-ho...
Highlights in 🧵
Read our full analysis 👉 www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/358-ho...
November 27, 2025 at 12:41 PM
After weeks of speculation, Rachel Reeves finally delivered her Budget. But how will it impact Scotland?
Highlights in 🧵
Read our full analysis 👉 www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/358-ho...
Highlights in 🧵
Read our full analysis 👉 www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/358-ho...
Can private finance fix the nature crisis?
In this clip from yesterday’s webinar, Laurie Macfarlane breaks down the 3 reasons why market-led solutions won’t save Scotland’s woodlands and peatlands.
Watch full recording to learn about what might: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
In this clip from yesterday’s webinar, Laurie Macfarlane breaks down the 3 reasons why market-led solutions won’t save Scotland’s woodlands and peatlands.
Watch full recording to learn about what might: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
November 26, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Can private finance fix the nature crisis?
In this clip from yesterday’s webinar, Laurie Macfarlane breaks down the 3 reasons why market-led solutions won’t save Scotland’s woodlands and peatlands.
Watch full recording to learn about what might: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
In this clip from yesterday’s webinar, Laurie Macfarlane breaks down the 3 reasons why market-led solutions won’t save Scotland’s woodlands and peatlands.
Watch full recording to learn about what might: www.futureeconomy.scot/posts/355-wa...
While the autumn budget contained some welcome measures, it falls short of what the UK and Scotland need.
Read our full response: www.futureeconomy.scot/press/221-re...
Read our full response: www.futureeconomy.scot/press/221-re...
November 26, 2025 at 2:36 PM
While the autumn budget contained some welcome measures, it falls short of what the UK and Scotland need.
Read our full response: www.futureeconomy.scot/press/221-re...
Read our full response: www.futureeconomy.scot/press/221-re...
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It was great to join the Skotia podcast to talk all things ScotWind with Dave Moxham from the STUC.
Listen here:
Listen here:
Is Scotland squandering its offshore potential?
Almost four years on from the ScotWind leasing round, Dave Moxham (STUC) and Laurie Macfarlane (Future Economy Scotland) offer their perspectives.
Listen to the latest episode of Nest of Fearties now: buff.ly/4bAhXVT
Almost four years on from the ScotWind leasing round, Dave Moxham (STUC) and Laurie Macfarlane (Future Economy Scotland) offer their perspectives.
Listen to the latest episode of Nest of Fearties now: buff.ly/4bAhXVT
November 24, 2025 at 12:02 PM
It was great to join the Skotia podcast to talk all things ScotWind with Dave Moxham from the STUC.
Listen here:
Listen here:
Our webinar is TOMORROW & there are only a few tickets remaining!
Join our Co-Director @lmacfarlane.bsky.social and Senior Economist @hannawheatley.bsky.social for a discussion on whether private finance can fix the nature crisis.
🗓️25 Nov 12:30-1:30pm
👇Book now: www.eventbrite.com/e/can-privat...
Join our Co-Director @lmacfarlane.bsky.social and Senior Economist @hannawheatley.bsky.social for a discussion on whether private finance can fix the nature crisis.
🗓️25 Nov 12:30-1:30pm
👇Book now: www.eventbrite.com/e/can-privat...
Can private finance fix the nature crisis?
Join Future Economy Scotland for a webinar exploring how to scale up nature restoration in line with a just transition.
www.eventbrite.com
November 24, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Our webinar is TOMORROW & there are only a few tickets remaining!
Join our Co-Director @lmacfarlane.bsky.social and Senior Economist @hannawheatley.bsky.social for a discussion on whether private finance can fix the nature crisis.
🗓️25 Nov 12:30-1:30pm
👇Book now: www.eventbrite.com/e/can-privat...
Join our Co-Director @lmacfarlane.bsky.social and Senior Economist @hannawheatley.bsky.social for a discussion on whether private finance can fix the nature crisis.
🗓️25 Nov 12:30-1:30pm
👇Book now: www.eventbrite.com/e/can-privat...
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Can private finance really fix the nature crisis? Come along to our webinar next week to hear more
🗓️ 25 Nov, 12.30-1.30
More info below 👇
🗓️ 25 Nov, 12.30-1.30
More info below 👇
Can private finance fix Scotland's nature crisis?🌿
Join @lmacfarlane.bsky.social and @hannawheatley.bsky.social to discuss their recent report on restoring nature, and whether private finance can really deliver the investment needed.
Reserve your free place 👇
www.eventbrite.com/e/can-privat...
Join @lmacfarlane.bsky.social and @hannawheatley.bsky.social to discuss their recent report on restoring nature, and whether private finance can really deliver the investment needed.
Reserve your free place 👇
www.eventbrite.com/e/can-privat...
Can private finance fix the nature crisis?
Join Future Economy Scotland for a webinar exploring how to scale up nature restoration in line with a just transition.
www.eventbrite.com
November 21, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Can private finance really fix the nature crisis? Come along to our webinar next week to hear more
🗓️ 25 Nov, 12.30-1.30
More info below 👇
🗓️ 25 Nov, 12.30-1.30
More info below 👇