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Dr Sophie Taysom report on three Bank of England 's report on the threat of climate change to bankrupt #SME business resonates with a post we made earlier today. We used a bankruptcy model to look at our own personal pension. It's not pretty. The point is big businesses have a big dependency on SMEs. It's often thought of the other way round. When SMEs go bankrupt, people lose jobs. They can't afford to buy the goods and services the Big Businesses provide. They also matter from a value chain angle. When Big Businesses provide business for SMEs, it means that when SMEs go bankrupt, the Big Businesses can't access the services they need. The economy is a chain. It only needs one link to be broken for the chain to be useless. If you want to see our model, check out https://bit.ly/myithurts #bankofengland #climatechange #economy #SME

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If we are headed for exceeding 1.5 degrees of global warming , with 2.7 degrees the current trend target, and the actions of the COP's not reducing overall emissions , then the importance of the UK's National Adaptation Programme to Climate Change (NAP3) becomes even more important. Yet the review of the current programme by the Climate Change Committee in March this year , said that it a) falls short of what we need b) the current approach is not working c) an urgent review of NAP 3 is needed now Its worth a read .. we do need to prepare ourselves better - and sooner .. https://lnkd.in/eTB9krCE

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Grant opportunities: Industrial technologies and manufacturing £50,000 Grant Funding Available for Rapid Demonstrators and £315,000 Grant Funding for Lighthouse Projects from Smart Manufacturing Data Hub (closes 27 May): Rapid Demonstrators aim to support SMEs with sensor installation, data analysis or similar to enable levelling-up the opportunities for SMEs to exceed and expand. Up to £50,000 is available per project. Lighthouse Projects aim to develop already proven digital products and processes into readily accessible solutions which meet the needs of manufacturing SMEs. Grant funding of up to £315,000 per project. Digital Innovation Funding is open to all organisations, including industrial partners across the UK. 🔗 https://buff.ly/3woHfj5 Resource-Efficient or Bio-based Materials and Manufacturing Feasibility Studies 2 (closes 29 May): UK-registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £1 million for innovative feasibility studies in advanced low-carbon manufacturing. Your project must relate to one or both of the following themes: resource-efficient materials and manufacturing sustainable and/or bio-based materials and biomanufacturing. We want to fund a variety of projects across both themes. 🔗 https://buff.ly/43MUlTu UK semiconductor programme: delegation to the Netherlands (open to applications) (closes 13 May): The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and Innovate UK are inviting ambitious semiconductor organisations to participate in a visit to the Netherlands to help build relationships and identify collaborative research and innovation (R&I) partners. It will also offer exclusive access to cluster destinations, curated networking opportunities with Dutch organisations and policy-makers, presentations from experts and industry leaders, and workshops to help unlock collaborative R&I opportunities. We are particularly interested in applicants from the following focus areas: Photonics Design Heterogeneous integration and advanced packaging. 🔗 https://buff.ly/3UlWEIS Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Programme Open to Applications: The ATI works in partnership with the Department for Business & Trade (DBT) and Innovate UK to offer funding streams designed to accelerate innovation in the UK to maintain global competitiveness. All projects submitted must align with the UK aerospace technology strategy, Destination Zero, which identifies the following priority areas: zero-carbon emission aircraft technologies, ultra-efficient aircraft technologies, cross-cutting enablers and non-CO2 technologies. 🔗 https://buff.ly/4dmEO0Z

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In the UK we own more and more clothing that we are getting less and less use out of, and this comes with a high environmental price tag. Join @Green Alliance and @PwC UK on 22 April for a webinar to discuss how circular reuse business models can help fashion brands respond to this challenge and deliver what consumers want to see from a greener clothing industry. #EarthDay #Fashion #CircularEconomy

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Two bits of news published today. First, Aude and Tony have spoken to PolicyTracker about the impact of spectrum policy on climate change action. This follows our report from 2021 where we highlighted key changes that needed to happen. What progress has been made since? Not a lot. https://lnkd.in/evBfT9Ya Second, Richard has completed an important technical study of spectrum requirements for WiFi, looking at how internal networks can deliver gigabit connectivity but only with sufficient bandwidth. As the broadband connections into premises continue to grow in capability, it is important that there is no bottleneck at the router. The WiFi Alliance links to our report from their new release. https://lnkd.in/e2KKEXJi

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Grant funding opportunities: Net Zero As a key component of the Adopt & Accelerate programme (https://buff.ly/3JskJZC), they are pleased to offer grant funding designed to support the adoption of Net Zero innovations. This grant funding opportunity is offering UK-based SMEs the chance to become leading solution providers in tackling pressing environmental challenges. There are a series of Net Zero iX challenges with grants of up to £25,000 to collaborate directly with challenge holders, implementing net zero innovation solution. Please note that, in accordance with the iX process, all funding will be directed to solution providers. Think you might have the solution? They welcome innovators from all sectors including energy, water, food production, aerospace, manufacturing, bio-medicine, and many more. 💡 Engineering, AI & Robotics: Design modifications for scaling Direct Air Capture systems, integrating AI and robotics to optimise efficiency and reduce carbon footprint. 🔗 https://buff.ly/4d04xw1 💡 Green Energy & Manufacturing: Identify the best material and application process for sub-gaskets in novel hydrocarbon polymer membranes, aimed at advancing green hydrogen electrolysis. 🔗 https://buff.ly/3Q8E2dX 💡 Sustainable Horticulture: Design and deploy a pilot-scale hydrogel reactor system as a peat alternative, promoting low carbon horticulture. 🔗 https://buff.ly/44muYZb #netzero

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Webinar 30min - Register now for UK Climate Reporting Made Easy & Supply Chain Buy In. Register Here. https://lnkd.in/gdRU3nTt Join our exclusive 30-minute webinar that delves into the critical landscape of UK climate-related reporting and Supply Chain Buy In. As sustainability champions, we believe it’s essential to equip you with actionable insights and strategies for the road ahead. Our guest speaker is Dr Jacqueline Kerr, discussing Supply Chain Buy In & Scope 3 Leadership and Engagement. Dr Kerr is in the top 1% of most cited social scientists worldwide. She has over 200 scientific publications, a book the ABC of Behavior Change, and was recently published in the Harvard Business Review. She is a TEDx speaker and podcast host. AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS: - UK Carbon Management & Mandatory Climate Reporting - Simplifying Emission & Reporting Complexity - Getting Supplier Buy in for Scope 3 Data - Capturing Scope 1 & 2 emissions - Solutions to measuring and engaging with Scope 3 suppliers Join us as we empower organisations like yours to lead the charge towards a better business, better future. Register Here. https://lnkd.in/gdRU3nTt Claire Torpey Dominic Berry Nicki Halpin Ara Monteiro ESG Partners ESG Summit Europe ESG Today Rachael Brock Carbonhalo Ben Daley Richie Mulder

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Grant funding opportunities: Smart manufacturing £50,000 Grant Funding Available for Rapid Demonstrators and £315,000 Grant Funding for Lighthouse Projects from Smart Manufacturing Data Hub (closes 27 May): Rapid Demonstrators aim to support SMEs with sensor installation, data analysis or similar to enable levelling-up the opportunities for SMEs to exceed and expand. Up to £50,000 is available per project. Lighthouse Projects aim to develop already proven digital products and processes into readily accessible solutions which meet the needs of manufacturing SMEs. Grant funding of up to £315,000 per project. Digital Innovation Funding is open to all organisations, including industrial partners across the UK. https://buff.ly/3woHfj5 Resource-Efficient or Bio-based Materials and Manufacturing Feasibility Studies 2 – funding up to £100,000 per project (closes 29 May): UK-registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £1 million for innovative feasibility studies in advanced low-carbon manufacturing. Your project must relate to one or both of the following themes: resource-efficient materials and manufacturing sustainable and/or bio-based materials and biomanufacturing. We want to fund a variety of projects across both themes. https://buff.ly/43MUlTu Advanced Machinery Innovation Fund open now for the Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire regions – funding up to £250,000 per project (closes 19 June): The aim of this competition is to encourage the development of new manufacturing technology within advanced machinery, robotics, automation, or associated industries. This competition is open to UK registered businesses with significant technical operations in Greater Manchester or West Yorkshire. Working in collaboration with a regional university, academic institution or a research and technology organisation to develop innovation in the advanced machinery sector. https://buff.ly/3KbgPET

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At Innovation Zero with BIP UK/US a few weeks ago I talked about the proliferation of AI and its impact on energy and the achievement of net zero. So reading this article with my morning tea reinforces the need for business leaders and boards to really give thought to the subject. What good is AI if you don't have a planet to use it on? Microsoft released its 2024 Sustainability Report on Wednesday, and it's mostly bad news. Last year, Microsoft's emissions went up 29%, and it used 23% more water, primarily due to "new technologies, including generative AI." #ai #sustainability #esg #netzero

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Explore the Public Sector’s AI Resources! Discover helpful AI resources tailored for the Public Sector with the Scottish AI Playbook. Extensive stakeholder engagement has helped us identify and cater to the unique needs of this user group. Explore resources such as: • A Guide to Using Artificial Intelligence in the Public Sector • Enabling Responsible Access to Demographic Data to Make AI Systems Fairer • Governing AI for Humanity • And more… Explore today: https://lnkd.in/ecKuiENj #publicsector #ai #publicsectorai #demographicdata #fairai #ethicalai #aiforhumanity #governingai #aipolicy

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Excessive dependency of UK on imports not only delays the journey of UK to net zero, but also reduces the resilience of UK consumption during this journey to supply shocks created by climate change. Sourcing more and more products and services locally is a sure shot way to accelerate the journey to net zero as we as improve resilience of UK economy. Changing UK consumption patterns through leveraging the tools of taxation ought to be key national priority. Sadly it does not seem to be a key priority yet. Importing "primary" food items and "primary" construction items illustrates the problem.

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Innovate UK announce £8 million in funding for SMEs developing innovative #NetZero products and services! 🌍 As part of Innovate UK Net Zero Living Programme this funding focuses on: - Harnessing #digitalisation and #data to drive net-zero initiatives. - Supporting user-focused design to ensure solutions meet real market and customer needs. The Net Zero Living programme has already invested over £30 million across the UK, empowering local authorities and partners to lead ambitious #decarbonisation projects. This final funding round includes: 🔹 £4.5M for 60 projects applying data, digital, and #AI technologies to carbon reduction efforts. 🔹 £3.5M in partnership with @Design Council for 48 projects focused on user-centered product design. UK businesses will also have the opportunity to collaborate internationally on projects in regions including Africa and Asia. Together, we’re accelerating the transition to a sustainable future. #Innovation #ClimateAction #NetZeroLiving #Sustainability #InnovationUK #NetZeroSolutions #ClimateChange

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Further to earlier post - the TAC has made its endorsement official/final and now hands the process over to the UK Government and the PIC. Quote from the Chair of the TAC: "[...] Our report, as presented to the Secretary of State, recommends that the UK endorse these standards to reinforce its leadership in sustainability reporting. While we endorse their use, we have proposed 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 and requested additional guidance to ensure practical and effective implementation. This is a crucial step in aligning UK businesses with global reporting practices, promoting transparency, and supporting the transition to a sustainable economy."

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It was fantastic to join Elisa Pratt, MA, CAE and Andrew Chamberlain, FSAM, FRSA, MIoL on the Association Transformation podcast to talk about this very important topic 🎙️🌍 Click the link below to listen to the episode and don't forget to check out the free resources linked too! Let me know your thoughts on the episode, or if you have a question👇 #CarbonManagement #ClimateAction #Sustainability

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*** NEW SUSTAINABILITY RESEARCH! *** Today, TechMarketView launches the first instalment of the Sustainability Technology Activity Index for 2024 with a sneak peek at Q1’s supplier data (we’ll publish a series of reports on the full 2024 calendar year – which will include a deep dive into the UK market, as well as global trends – early in 2025). SAP and software-defined vehicle specialist Sibros came out on top in Q1, in terms of their level of sustainability activity worldwide. Our research also shows that, behind the major tech suppliers, there’s a very long tail of smaller companies involved in just one or two activities – indicating a fragmented market of niche (and less active) players. Check out the report for more insights and recommendations for suppliers! The Index tracks “milestone events” that indicate a state change in the development and production of sustainability-related solutions. We rank the most active suppliers (with their use case activity profile), the most common use cases (and the most active suppliers and commonly-used technologies in those areas), and the most commonly-used technologies (and the use case areas they’re deployed in) – highlighting key trends facing suppliers and tech user organisations alike (and also showing how the UK market differs from the global view). We’re releasing the individual sections of the Index report as excerpts ahead of UN Climate Week at the end of the month – beginning with today’s Global Supplier Insights, which looks at who the top players were globally (and which use case areas they focused on), together with detailed analysis of the current landscape and insights that will help suppliers finesse their approaches to partnerships and M&A. In Wednesday's instalment we’ll focus on use cases, with analysis of the technology mix and supplier rankings in each; followed this Friday, next Monday, and Wednesday with excerpts looking how different technologies are deployed across those use cases, how the UK market compares to the worldwide picture, culminating with ten Market Shaping Trends for suppliers and tech users to watch. TechMarketView SustainabilityViews subscribers can download Sustainability Technology Activity Index Q1 2024 – Global Supplier Insights now: https://lnkd.in/epbxftYJ. If you are not yet a subscriber, or are unsure if your company has a subscription, please contact Belinda Tewson on btewson@techmarketview.com to find out how you can access the research. #sustainability #ESG #esgreporting #naturemonitoring #biodiversity #supplychain #circulareconomy #greenIT #smartbuilding #micromobility #smartgrids #carbonremoval #agritech #cleantech #ReFi #AI #analytics #IoT #cloud #3Dprinting #5G #blockchain #quantum #edgecomputing #geospatial #robotics #autmation #RPA

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How widespread are the risks to infrastructure assets from climate impacts, and what are we doing in mitigation? These are the central questions we're addressing at our free Climate Resilience of UK Assets Through Standardization webinar on 23 September. We're also examining the role of standards. If this is of professional relevance to you, join us by reserving your place here: https://gag.gl/yPN6QK #NetZeroWeek #Decarbonization #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateResilience #InfrastructureAssets #BSIWebinar

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