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Green Business Podcast
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Frequency: 1 episode/39d. Total Eps: 30
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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23: Reduce Your Business Energy Bills: Expert Tips for Significant Savings!
Episode 23
mardi 13 août 2024 • Duration 34:44
In this episode, we talk with Nersi Salehi, Managing Director of Pro Enviro Limited, about maximising energy efficiency and sustainability. Pro Enviro is a leading firm of energy engineers and scientists dedicated to helping businesses cut their energy consumption and carbon footprint.
Nersi, an industry expert, shares his extensive knowledge on energy audits and their benefits. He provides essential tips on how businesses can significantly reduce their energy bills and move towards a more sustainable future.
In this episode, we cover:
Guest speaker: Nersi Salehi, Managing Director, Pro Enviro Limited
Podcast producer: Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Lead, Coventry City Council
Useful links:
Nersi, an industry expert, shares his extensive knowledge on energy audits and their benefits. He provides essential tips on how businesses can significantly reduce their energy bills and move towards a more sustainable future.
In this episode, we cover:
- The basics of energy audits and how they can identify substantial savings opportunities.
- Typical recommendations from energy audits and the measurable efficiency gains they can achieve.
- Details on the Decarbonisation Net Zero programme’s grant funding, supporting projects from insulation improvements to solar PV installations.
- Why engaging with energy audits and sustainability programmes is essential for staying competitive and preparing for the future.
Guest speaker: Nersi Salehi, Managing Director, Pro Enviro Limited
Podcast producer: Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Lead, Coventry City Council
Useful links:
- Sign up for our biggest event of the year: West Midlands Business Net Zero Conference
- Register for an energy audit (West Midlands Businesses)
- Register for an energy audit (Warwickshire Businesses)
- Learn more about the DNZ Programme
- Become a member of the Green Business Network (Free membership)
- Podcast feedback form
22: Sky's the Limit: Revolutionising Business with Drone Technology
Episode 22
vendredi 19 juillet 2024 • Duration 22:34
In this episode, we sit down with Elliot Parnham, Founder and Managing Director of Skyfarer, a pioneering company utilising autonomous flight technology to deliver vital medical supplies with unprecedented speed and efficiency. Elliot, an ambitious engineer with an MSc in Astronautics and Space Engineering from Cranfield University, shares his insights on how drones are transforming business operations across various sectors. From last-mile delivery to infrastructure inspection, discover the sustainability benefits and challenges of integrating drones into modern business practices.
Join us for an enlightening conversation on the future of drone technology and its potential to revolutionise industries while reducing carbon footprints.
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Join us for an enlightening conversation on the future of drone technology and its potential to revolutionise industries while reducing carbon footprints.
Listen and learn more about:
- Elliot's journey from aerospace engineering to founding Skyfarer.
- How drones are revolutionising logistics, agriculture, and infrastructure inspection.
- The environmental impact of using drones for efficient and eco-friendly business operations.
- The regulatory, technological, and operational hurdles businesses face when adopting drone technology.
- Latest advancements and future potential of drones in enhancing business sustainability.
- Jonathan Howl (Host) - Energy Advisor, Coventry City Council
- Elliot Parnham – Founder and Managing Director of Skyfarer
- Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Lead, Coventry City Council
- Listen to Coventry's Urban Air Port: A zero carbon airport for drones and flying taxis
- Skyfarer website
- Register for an energy audit (West Midlands Businesses)
- Register for an energy audit (Warwickshire Businesses)
- Learn more about the DNZ Programme
- Become a member of the Green Business Network (Free membership)
- Podcast feedback form
13: How can the Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme help my business?
Episode 13
vendredi 3 novembre 2023 • Duration 32:47
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 business. This Programme is part of the wider West Midlands Business Support activity funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).
*Area covered: Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry, and the Black Country
Guest speakers:
Useful links:
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 business. This Programme is part of the wider West Midlands Business Support activity funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).
*Area covered: Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry, and the Black Country
Guest speakers:
- Jonathan Howl (Host) - Energy Advisor, Coventry City Council
- Martin Grant - DNZ Programme Manager, Aston Univeristy
- Steve Stones - Energy Advisor, Pro Enviro
- Sara Ballinger - Energy Advisor, Coventry City Council
Useful links:
- Register for an energy audit
- Register for our next webinar
- Learn more about the DNZ Programme
- Become a member of the Green Business Network (Free membership)
- Podcast feedback form
12: Circular economy: What are benefits for businesses
Episode 12
jeudi 29 juin 2023 • Duration 35:52
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 circular economy principles can be applied differently across sectors and emphasises the barriers to implementation and potential solutions.
In the second part we speak to Bret Willers, Head of Climate Change & Sustainability at Coventry City Council who shares insights on Coventry’s draft Climate Change Strategy that incorporates circular economy principles for Coventry residents and businesses.
Speakers:
Producer: Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Co-ordinator
Useful links:
In the second part we speak to Bret Willers, Head of Climate Change & Sustainability at Coventry City Council who shares insights on Coventry’s draft Climate Change Strategy that incorporates circular economy principles for Coventry residents and businesses.
Speakers:
- Waco Yokoyama - Consultant and Circular Economy Specialist at Gemserv
- Bret Willers - Head of Climate Change at Coventry City Council
Producer: Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Co-ordinator
Useful links:
- Waco Yokoyama | LinkedIn
- Gemserv | Expert Professional Services Company, Energy & Cyber.
- Green Business Network
- Coventry's Climate Change Strategy
- Podcast feedback form
11: Net Zero for businesses: How to cut emissions, costs, and stay ahead of the curve?
Episode 11
mercredi 3 mai 2023 • Duration 46:22
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:
Guest: Adam Bastock, Founder of Small99
Producer: Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Co-ordinator
Useful links:
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
- The largest cost savings and benefits achieved by businesses on their net zero journey
- Policy and incentives that could assist businesses and changes that should be made to support change
- Accreditation options available for businesses to demonstrate achievements
- Advice on procurement and selecting the right partners for carbon reduction projects.
Guest: Adam Bastock, Founder of Small99
Producer: Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Co-ordinator
Useful links:
10: Carbon Accounting for Businesses
Episode 10
lundi 27 mars 2023 • Duration 29:39
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 about the support they have received from Coventry University through their Carbon Accounting Programme.
In the second part, we talk to Prof. Carl Perrin, Director of the Centre for Clean Growth and Future Mobility, and Dr Lorena C. Moreira, Engineer and Senior Researcher at the Centre for Manufacturing and Materials, Coventry University .
Prof. Perrin and Dr Moreira explain what Carbon Accounting is and how businesses can take advantage of the programme they offer.
Guests:
Email for further contact and enquiry about CU support: Dr Lorena Moreira ad3722@coventry.ac.uk
Useful links:
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 about the support they have received from Coventry University through their Carbon Accounting Programme.
In the second part, we talk to Prof. Carl Perrin, Director of the Centre for Clean Growth and Future Mobility, and Dr Lorena C. Moreira, Engineer and Senior Researcher at the Centre for Manufacturing and Materials, Coventry University .
Prof. Perrin and Dr Moreira explain what Carbon Accounting is and how businesses can take advantage of the programme they offer.
Guests:
- Lara Longhurst - Chief Operations Officer at Hippo Digital
- Prof. Carl Perrin - Director of the Centre for Clean Growth and Future Mobility
- Dr Lorena Caires Moreira – Engineer and Senior Researcher at Coventry University’ Centre for Manufacturing and Materials
Email for further contact and enquiry about CU support: Dr Lorena Moreira ad3722@coventry.ac.uk
Useful links:
- Hippo digital
- Hippo digital - Carbon reduction plan
- Green Business Programme (Coventry City Council)
- The journey to Net Zero for SMEs
- Steps to energy saving: tools for SMEs
- Coventry University - The Centre for Manufacturing and Materials
9: Coventry & Warwickshire SMEs saved thousands of pounds on energy bills in 2022
Episode 9
jeudi 5 janvier 2023 • Duration 11:36
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:
The Coventry and Warwickshire Green Business Programme supports businesses with fewer than 250 employees based in Coventry and Warwickshire who want to save money on energy, waste and water bills and maximise low carbon opportunities.
Speaker:
Producer: Maria Covlea
Useful links:
Listen and learn more about:
- Most popular energy efficiency improvements
- Payback periods
- How much can SMEs save on energy bills
The Coventry and Warwickshire Green Business Programme supports businesses with fewer than 250 employees based in Coventry and Warwickshire who want to save money on energy, waste and water bills and maximise low carbon opportunities.
Speaker:
- Jonathan Howl, Business Advisor, Green Business Programme
Producer: Maria Covlea
Useful links:
- Accessibility: read the podcast script
- Registration form - Deadline for the projects completion March 2023
- Podcast feedback form
- Learn more about the Green Business Programme
- Sign-up for our next GreenTalk Live Webinar: The Net Zero Office
8: Learn how to protect Coventry & Warwickshire’s biodiversity
Episode 8
jeudi 10 novembre 2022 • Duration 23:10
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 our region.
James also talks about the support he has received from the Green Business Programme, and how this has enabled his organisation to become more energy efficient and save money.
Speaker: James Calow, Senior Ecologist at Middlemarch Environmental
Host: John Bates
Producer: Maria Covlea
Useful links:
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 our region.
James also talks about the support he has received from the Green Business Programme, and how this has enabled his organisation to become more energy efficient and save money.
Speaker: James Calow, Senior Ecologist at Middlemarch Environmental
Host: John Bates
Producer: Maria Covlea
Useful links:
- Accessibility: Read podcast transcript
- Learn more about Middlemarch Environmental
- Sign-up for our next Green Business Network event
- Podcast feedback form
- Learn more about the Green Business Programme
7: Coventry's Climate Change Board
Episode 7
jeudi 6 octobre 2022 • Duration 29:10
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:
Host: John Bates
Producer: Maria Covlea
Useful links:
Speakers:
- Cllr Jim O’Boyle - Cabinet Member for Jobs, Regeneration and Climate Change at Coventry City Council
- Margot James - Former Minister for Culture, Communications and Creative Industries and Executive Chair for the Warwickshire Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the University of Warwick and Chair of Coventry Climate Change Board
- Suzanne Ward - Area Environment Manager, Environment Agency
Host: John Bates
Producer: Maria Covlea
Useful links:
- Accessibility: See podcast transcript
- Coventry’s Climate Change Board
- Tackling Climate Change in Coventry
- Sign-up for our next Green Business Network webinar
- Podcast feedback form
- Learn more about the Green Business Programme
6: This podcast could help you reduce your energy bills by 85%
Episode 6
mercredi 31 août 2022 • Duration 14:06
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 produced by Maria Covlea.
For any feedback or comments please contact me on maria.covlea@coventry.co.uk
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please note the Green Business Programme will close for new applications in the first quarter of 2023. You can register interest by completing this form. The programme will continue to offer free energy audits, which are worth £840, but we can't guarantee you will be offered a grant as funding is currently running low. We are operating on a first come first served basis.
Useful links:
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 produced by Maria Covlea.
For any feedback or comments please contact me on maria.covlea@coventry.co.uk
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please note the Green Business Programme will close for new applications in the first quarter of 2023. You can register interest by completing this form. The programme will continue to offer free energy audits, which are worth £840, but we can't guarantee you will be offered a grant as funding is currently running low. We are operating on a first come first served basis.
Useful links:
- Sign-up for our next webinar 15 February 2023
- Podcast feedback form
- Learn more about the Green Business Programme
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