Restoration Project to Reestablish Atlantic Rainforest on Taransay, Scotland's Largest Uninhabited Island
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Taransay, a 790-hectare uninhabited island in the Outer Hebrides, will undergo a major restoration to reestablish its Atlantic rainforest. The island's owners, Adam and Cathra Kelliher, have partnered with nature restoration specialist RESTORE to implement a phased restoration program aimed at ecological recovery and local employment. This project will create job opportunities linked to land management and ecotourism, while utilizing carbon credits for conservation efforts.

Feb 18, 2026, 11:19 AM