The next time you have a whisky you may contribute to restoring oyster stocks in Scotland. Oysters were abundant in the northeast of Scotland 10,000 years ago. But overfishing almost wiped out the oysters in the late 19th century. This month a project led by the Glenmorangie Distillery, a university and the Marine Conservation Society saw the official return of the oysters to Scotland’s Highland coastal waters after a century’s absence.
Whisky company is bringing oysters back to the Scottish Highlands
More of Today's Solutions
Scientists find 64,000 sq miles of climate-resilient coral reef
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM For years, the conversation around coral reefs has been threaded with grief. Bleaching events, rising ocean temperatures, one ...
Read MoreEmpowered youth launch ‘Green New Deal for Schools’ to combat cli...
In response to rising ecological concerns and political repression, students across the United States are leading a bold movement known as the 'Green New ...
Read More6 drinks that will help you digest festive feasts with ease
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM The holiday season is here, bringing twinkling lights, festive parties, and let’s be honest—a lot of food. From ...
Read MoreNorway bids farewell to fur farming in a milestone for animal welfare
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Norway officially closed the chapter on fur farming, marking a significant victory for animal welfare advocates. Once home ...
Read More
