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Welcome to the latest edition of our newsletter!
We are excited to share with you a collection of inspiring case studies that demonstrate the incredible accomplishments achieved by local businesses following support from our programme.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent breakfast networking meeting.The event was a great success, bringing together passionate individuals and organisations dedicated to fostering a greener future. The opportunity to connect, share experiences, and collaborate was truly inspiring.
As we await news regarding funding opportunities, we appreciate your continued support and engagement. Together, we can build a sustainable world and drive positive change. Remember to stay tuned for further updates and opportunities that we will be sharing soon.
Funding update
Due to Brexit, we will no longer have access to European funds. We have applied for new funding and we are awaiting a decision. We'll let you know about any new funding or support as soon as we have more information.
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Stay safe, stay green! 💚
Alex, Bernie, Clare, Jon, Maria, Matt and Sara.
 A forward-thinking business in Rugby is securing its future after receiving two grants to go green.
The recent installation of the solar PV array on site will provide immediate cost savings of nearly £2,000 per annum. By opting to also have battery storage installed with the solar solution, Stonewall Group is able to use its own generated electricity at a time to suit them, which gives a further level of independence from the electricity grid and protects them from further fluctuations in energy price rises.
The Green Business team identified an area of inefficiency within MAS Precision Engineering’s manufacturing process, where the finished products were passed through a parts washer to remove excess oil. By installing a centrifuge, the oil is removed from the parts and this prevents contamination of the wash detergent. The waste oil is returned to the machines and then re-used. The detergent now lasts longer resulting in a significant reduction in energy usage.
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We were able to support DT Performance Cars with a grant of £2,984 towards the total capital cost of £7,641, which helped kick start the first phase of their energy efficiency journey.
A comprehensive energy audit was carried out on site, which identified areas of potential energy and cost savings and recommended improvement measures designed to reduce energy usage.
Using the report, the business replaced their old fluorescent and high-bay lighting with high-efficiency LED equivalents. Overall, these improvements have provided cost savings of nearly £1,000 per annum, whilst reducing carbon emissions by over two tonnes.
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In this episode of the Green Business Podcast, Jonathan Howl interviews Adam Bastock, the Founder of Small99, a platform that guides small businesses to net zero through practical tips.
The following topics are covered in this episode:
- The importance of net zero and the benefits for businesses who embark on the journey
- Where businesses should start, taking into account their type, size, and sector.
- The role of employees in achieving net zero and the best approach to take (top-down or bottom-up)
- Tools available to measure a business's carbon footprint
- The impact of a lack of resources
 We would like to thank all the attendees and speakers who made the 10 May Green Business Networking Breakfast such a great success! It was truly inspiring to hear from our members about their innovative approaches to sustainability in their respective industries. Please visit our events page if you would like to see copies of the presentations.
Source, Train & Retain: how to attract, enhance & look after your employees
20 June, Nettle Hill Brinklow Road, CV7 9JL
Come along to the 3rd Coventry & Warwickshire Wellbeing For Life Workplace Wellbeing Forum and take a new look at your investment in sourcing, training and retaining strategies. This free event is hosted by the Public Health team for all businesses (5 employees or more) who are based or have satellite offices in Coventry and Warwickshire.
Big Zero Show
20 June, Coventry Building Society Arena
The UK’s biggest net zero event for business, the Big Zero Show returns for its second year running, with Secretary of State Grant Shapps invited to be a guest speaker. Other famous names include Founder of Good Energy Juliet Davenport and plenty more guests.
Brought to you by future Net Zero, the cross-industry platform where businesses come together to help enable responsible growth and influence others, business and public sector leaders will be able to learn and understand how you can improve your company’s carbon footprint. You can get expert advice on cutting emissions and how to get the funding to help you do so.
In partnership with Coventry Council, the free event is set to be bigger and better than last year, with a focus on encouraging businesses across the UK to go net zero. There are only 1500 free spaces so sign up now!
West Midlands Tech Startup of the Year 2022
Doji has been making waves in the UK tech industry for the last couple of years and winning awards for their effort.
Their innovative trading platform not only helps users buy and sell smartphones and tablets at fantastic prices, but also promotes sustainability and supports businesses on their Net Zero journeys.
By refurbishing phones and tablets, Doji extends their lifespan and reduces the need for manufacturers to create more devices.
This approach not only saves individuals and businesses money, but also reduces their carbon emissions. On top of that, Doji goes the extra mile by protecting trees in the rainforest with every transaction made on their platform.
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Please contact our Marketing Coordinator, Maria Covlea, for more details, on maria.covlea@coventry.gov.uk or 024 7697 8358.
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