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SUMMARY:What is net zero and how can your business achieve it
DESCRIPTION:The urgency of tackling climate change is clear\, and it’s becoming increasingly important for businesses to show a commitment to reducing emissions. The government’s plan for a green industrial revolution uses terms like net zero\, decarbonisation and carbon neutral – but what do these terms actually mean for businesses? \nJoin our online workshop to find out\, and to hear directly from two businesses close to achieving net-zero emissions. AESSEAL\, an international company based in Rotherham\, and Crystal Doors\, an SME based in the North West\, both have experience in reducing their carbon footprint\, and will share their expertise and answer your questions. \nIn addition\, the Translational Energy Research Centre team will explain how we can support your initiatives for free*. \nYou’ll hear: \n\nPresentations and Q&A sessions from businesses already on the journey to net-zero\nReal-life examples of net-zero translating into businesses of all sizes\, and the positive impacts of sustainability measures\nEverything you need to know about becoming carbon neutral\, right from the beginning\nHow the Translational Energy Research Centre can offer free* support for your business to support your sustainability and net-zero initiatives\nThis is the first of three events from the Translational Energy Research Centre\, culminating in a networking event at our brand new research centre facilities later this year.\nYou will have chance to ask questions during the workshop but if you already have a question you would like to ask the speakers you can also send them through in advance to terc@sheffield.ac.uk\n\nAbout our speakers \nAva Jones – Business Assurance Officer\, AESSEAL \nBased in Rotherham\, AESSEAL designs and manufactures mechanical seals and support systems\, operating from 230 locations internationally. Recently\, AESSEAL achieved their net-zero goals and published a policy to prevent global warming through technological change and investment decisions. \nRichard Hagan – Managing Director\, Crystal Doors \nBased in Rochdale\, near Manchester\, Crystal Doors is an SME that manufactures bespoke vinyl wrapped doors and accessories for kitchen\, bedroom and bathroom retailers. \nIn 2015\, Crystal Doors committed to becoming a carbon neutral business\, and are set to reach their net-zero target next year. \nAlix Morfoisse – Business Development Manager\, Translational Energy Research Centre \nThe Translational Energy Research Centre\, through its funding from the European Regional Development Fund\, can provide free* support to companies who want to engage on the theme of sustainability. This scheme is open to SMEs in Sheffield\, Rotherham\, Doncaster\, Barnsley\, North-East Derbyshire\, Derbyshire Dales\, Chesterfield\, Bolsover and Bassetlaw.
URL:https://www.brchamber.co.uk/event/what-is-net-zero-and-how-can-your-business-achieve-it/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting\, United Kingdom
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