Scottish Environment Protection Agency

Founded in 1996, SEPA is Scotland's key environmental regulator and strategic flood risk authority.

Its core responsibilities include regulating pollution, flood forecasting, and promoting sustainability.

SEPA monitors air, water, and soil quality and advises on environmental regulations.

Notable projects include advanced flood prediction systems and digital tools for environmental data sharing.

SEPA played a major role in tackling pollution in River Kelvin, restoring it to healthier levels since the 1960s.

It transitioned to energy

efficient operations, reducing desktop energy costs by 90% and promoting flexible workstyles.

SEPA's innovative approaches in conservation and transparency have bolstered public credibility.

Committed to protecting Scotland's environment and fostering sustainable development.

Promotes collaboration with businesses, communities, and stakeholders.

Encourages flexibility and innovation in the workplace.

Values knowledge

sharing and environmental accountability.

SEPA focuses on addressing climate, pollution, and biodiversity crises.

Utilizes Integrated Authorisation Framework for efficient environmental regulation.

Achieved a 40% drop in non

compliance incidents through data

driven strategies.

Promotes low

carbon and resource

efficient business practices.

Target date for achieving net zero emissions aligns with Scotland’s climate goals.