Zero Waste Scotland - National Partner
Why did Zero Waste Scotland want to sponsor Powering Futures Live?
Zero Waste Scotland became a national sponsor of Powering Futures 2026 because it plays a key role in strengthening circular economy thinking among Scotland’s future workforce. Sponsorship allows us to embed sustainability and circularity within a national qualification, reinforcing our leadership in developing circular skills and shaping future talent pipelines. It also provides opportunities to promote our expertise at high‑profile events across the country and to involve our staff as industry panellists, boosting engagement with schools and communities while raising our visibility at an important education/industry interface.
Why does Zero Waste Scotland want to support young people as they move into the next stage of their careers?
Supporting young people through this programme allows us to contribute meaningfully to education and skills development. The structured qualification framework provides measurable outcomes, offering confidence in long‑term quality and impact. By helping to develop future talent with circular economy skills and awareness, we strengthen Scotland’s future workforce and continue to expand our national reach, influence, and strategic alignment. Overall, the sponsorship adds clear value to Zero Waste Scotland by building capacity, inspiring future leaders, and broadening our contribution to a sustainable, circular economy.
Why was sponsoring Powering Futures Live important to ZWS, and what impact will it have?
The national sponsorship strongly supports our strategic ambitions by enabling effective knowledge sharing and helping us build and nurture valuable relationships. It offers a prominent platform for Zero Waste Scotland to lead with insight, demonstrate best practice, and provide support to businesses and communities. The project aligns with our organisational goals by working through targeted networks and strategic partners to identify opportunities that drive innovation in business transformation. It enables growth and development by unlocking new potential, strengthening relationships that inspire action, encouraging collaboration, and broadening our impact, particularly as we maximise opportunities presented by Scotland’s Circular Economy Strategy.