CLIMATE change is happening now. Changing seasons and shifting weather patterns are affecting life in the Cairngorms National Park, the UK and across the globe.

Burning coal creates almost 300 times more carbon dioxide than using local logs.

Heating oil prices are in a state of flux, bringing misery for householders struggling with winter bills.

Looking beyond fossil fuels is crucial to building a future which is both economically and environmentally viable.

The Scottish Government has set tough targets for reducing carbon emissions, aiming to cut the amount of carbon dioxide released by 80% by 2050.

Getting ahead of the game in adapting and making the changes needed to adapt to climate change will help householders and boost businesses in the Park. Using wood as your main fuel source can cut your heating bills by two thirds.

Whether you’re a tenant, a homeowner, a business, a farmer or already working in forestry or heating industry, our exciting series of woodfuel workshops and information days will enable you to tap into a wealth of experience. Check out events for full details and information on how to book.

Woodfuel in the Cairngorms National park is just one project the Cairngorms National Park Authority is undertaking with Clim-ATIC, an EU funded project to help rural communities in northern Europe adapt to the impacts of climate change.

The first electric car in the Highlands is now on the Park's roads, serving people in towns and villages as part of a comunity car scheme.  The eye-catching car - an adapted five-door Vauxhall Astra - which features the distinctive Cairngorms brandand colours - is being road tested by the Badenoch and Strathspey Community Transport Company. This local charity helps people who do not have access to transport to get to local services such as doctors, dentists and shopping.

Another innovation will see bluetooth technology used to highlight alternative activities for visitors affected by unpredictable weather. People coming to the Cairngorms National Park for winter sports sometimes find it's either too stormy or there is not enough snow - this scheme aims to makes changing plan easy.

In the coming months more work on adapting to the consequences of climate change will be getting underway in the Park.