Working for Scottish Invasive Species Initiative (SISI)

The Scottish Invasive Species Initiative is an ambitious partnership project set up to tackle invasive non-native species alongside rivers and watercourses in northern Scotland.

Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) are a significant threat to our environments, our native wildlife, our economy, and in some cases to our health. By working at a local level with volunteers and local partners, and by trialling innovative management techniques, we aim to put in place sustainable long-term solutions to invasive species management.

The project is led by NatureScot and funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and NatureScot (2017-2023) and the Scottish Government’s Nature Restoration Fund, managed by NatureScot (2023-2026), with in-kind support from project partners and volunteers.