Learn more about energy, resource, waste and water efficiency as well as engage on low carbon, environmental and green sustainability initiatives. A podcast delivered by the Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme in association with BEAS.
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In this episode, we explore the pressing issue of food waste within the food and beverage industry.* Join us for an insightful conversation as we uncover practical solutions and strategies to tackle food waste, enhance sustainability, and contribute to a greener future. Tune in to learn how businesses and individuals alike can play a part in reduci…
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17: Sustainability Simplified: A Guide for West Midlands and Warwickshire Businesses
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In this episode we speak to Anna Bright, CEO of Sustainability West Midlands. Sustainability West Midlands is the sustainability champion for the West Midlands. They are a not-for-profit company that works with our members in the private, public and third sectors. Anna has been working with organisations to improve their sustainability for over 20 …
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16: Birmingham's Sustainability Trailblazers: Central Mailing Services
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In this episode, we speak to Robin Carruthers, Operation Manager at Central Mailing Services, a business based in Birmingham. Robin Carruthers shares their sustainability journey, which aims to become carbon neutral by 2028. He highlights some of the projects and initiatives they have undertaken or planned, such as solar panels, electric vehicles, …
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15: Certified Sustainability: Inside Datagraphic's ISO & B Corp Journey
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In this episode, we speak to Peter Wells, Sustainability Manager at Datagraphic. Key Topics: Carbon reduction plan: Datagraphic has an ambitious and validated plan to achieve net zero by 2050, with a 50.6% reduction by 2028, aligned with science-based targets and UN SDGs. Solar PV installation: Datagraphic can run its entire operations on sunlight …
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14: Strategic Decarbonisation: Transforming carbon reduction into a competitive advantage
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In this episode, we talk with Matthew Rhodes, Director of Camirus. Matthew has been a leading voice for the decarbonisation efforts of the West Midlands in the last two decades. Leading a portfolio of collaborative innovation projects centred around energy, industrial decarbonisation, and regional economic development, Matthew shares valuable insig…
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13: How can the Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme help my business?
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In this episode we discuss how the Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme can help businesses lower their carbon footprint and save money on energy bills. The Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme* aims to provide information and expert advice and support to businesses enabling them to make significant decarbonization and money saving changes to their bus…
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12: Circular economy: What are benefits for businesses
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In the first part of this episode we speak to Waco Yokoyama, Consultant and Circular Economy Specialist at Gemserv. Waco provides a concise explanation of the circular economy and highlights the main benefits for businesses, including cost reduction, increased sales, and decreased reliance on specific raw materials. She also discusses how the circu…
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11: Net Zero for businesses: How to cut emissions, costs, and stay ahead of the curve?
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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…
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In this episode, we discuss what carbon accounting is, how businesses can start their net zero journey and overcome the challenges they might face along the way. In the first part of this episode we talk to Lara Longhurst who is the Chief Operations Officer at Hippo Digital. Lara shares with us their journey towards achieving net zero and talks abo…
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9: Coventry & Warwickshire SMEs saved thousands of pounds on energy bills in 2022
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In this episode, we speak to Jonathan Howl, Business Advisor for the Green Business Programme, who offers a summary of our team’s achievements over the last 12 months*. Listen and learn more about: Most popular energy efficiency improvements Payback periods How much can SMEs save on energy bills *The stats provided by Jonathan Howl in this episode …
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8: Learn how to protect Coventry & Warwickshire’s biodiversity
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In this episode, we talk to Middlemarch Environmental, a UK-wide wildlife trust consultancy, about what local businesses can do to protect the nature in Coventry and Warwickshire. Our guest James Calow, Senior Ecologist at Middlemarch Environmental, talks about easy action you can take, as a business or individual, to protect the biodiversity of ou…
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In this episode, we speak to Margot James, Suzanne Ward and Cllr Jim O’Boyle about Coventry's Climate Change Board, its members, purpose and objectives. In the second part, Cllr O’Boyle speaks about the challenges Coventry faces regarding climate change and the support needed to achieve Net Zero. Speakers: Cllr Jim O’Boyle - Cabinet Member for Jobs…
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6: This podcast could help you reduce your energy bills by 85%
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In this episode we speak to Martin Gambling, Managing Director of GRM Consulting, a small business based in Leamington. Martin shares with us their journey towards achieving Net Zero as a small business, hoping to offer some inspiration and solutions to other SMEs who might be struggling at the moment. This episode is hosted by John Bates and produ…
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5: Coventry's transport journey from the Motor City to the Greenest City
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In this episode we speak to David Pipe, Senior Officer at Coventry City Council, part of the Transport Innovation Team. David explains what plans the council has got in place to make transport in Coventry greener and more accessible for everyone. This episode is hosted by John Bates and produced by Maria Covlea. For any feedback or comments please …
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4: Heat pumps: powering up the decarbonisation
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In the first part of this episode we speak to Bean Beanland, Director for Growth & External Affairs at the Heat Pump Federation, about how heat pumps work, how they can benefit SMEs, and most importantly the role they play in the fight against climate change. In the second part we speak to Chris Dooling, Managing Director at VWG Mechanical and Kyle…
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3: Coventry's Urban Air Port: A zero carbon airport for drones and flying taxis
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In the first part of this episode we speak to Sunil Budhdeo who is the Transport Innovation Manager at Coventry City Council. Sunil explains the concept of the 'Urban Air Port' project and how this will benefit the City. In the second part we speak to Tommy Sandhu, Company Director at Smart Learner Driving School, about the Electric Fleet First Pro…
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2: Energy rising prices – can solar panels be a solution in Coventry and Warwickshire?
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In our first episode, last month, we discussed how the Green Business Programme can support local SMEs in their fight against climate change. We heard from a local SME how they’ve managed to reduce their energy bill by 40% after installing solar panels. In this episode we will investigate this further and try to find an answer to the question – can…
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1: Can the Green Business Programme really lower the cost of energy bills for SMEs?
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In this episode we speak to Jonathan Howl, Business Advisor at the Coventry and Warwickshire Green Business Programme about who is eligible for the programme and how you can get a free energy audit, and a grant that could help local SMEs lower the price of energy bills. In the second part we speak to Karl Haggett, Associate Director of Alchemie – a…
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