BUSINESSES in Warwickshire are being invited to see what support is on offer to help them become more sustainable and environmentally friendly at a Green Business Programme event later this month.
The event, hosted by Warwickshire County Council (WCC) in partnership with Coventry City Council, focuses on opportunities available for local businesses in the Coventry and Warwickshire region, including financial and non-financial support.
It is part of WCC’s plan for the county to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Speakers at the event include business advisors from Coventry City Council’s Green Business Programme and Warwickshire County Council’s Business Investment Growth team.
They will be joined by Safe and Active Travel Officers from Warwickshire, who can support businesses with programmes to encourage more people to commute to work in a sustainable way.
A representative from Stratford Energy will also attend to advise on renewable energy options for small and medium sized businesses.
WCC’s environment spokeswoman Coun Heather Timms said: “There is plenty of work going on across Warwickshire to reduce carbon emissions, and our local businesses have an important role to play in this.
“This event is a great way for businesses to find out more about the opportunities available to them, both financial and non-financial, which we hope will enable them to take their own steps to operate in a more sustainable way.
“We are delighted to be working with Coventry City Council to deliver this event for the businesses in our region. By joining together, sharing our expertise and opportunities, we’re able to better support the Coventry and Warwickshire economy.”
The Green Business Programme Warwickshire Event takes place at the Hilton Double Tree Hotel in Stratford on September 14, from 8.30-11am.
Visit www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/green-business-programme-warwickshire-event-tickets-391562071697 for more details, and to book a free place.
