Free to Future Leap Network members and coworkers!
Sustainability is now on the agenda for all businesses as tackling the climate crisis and working towards a net zero economy are increasingly pressing issues.
From SMEs to corporations, business leaders are placing sustainability as a strong priority.
Inevitably for many businesses, sustainability measures may incur extra costs in the short-term. With the added pressure of politics and the pandemic, most businesses want to be more sustainable but are struggling financially to take the jump.
So join us for this hybrid morning event with WECA, Granted Consultancy, Bristol City Council (Clean Air Zone Team) and HSBC UK Bank Plc to find out more about the available grants, loans and support to help your business become sustainable and thriving.
This event is kindly sponsored by HSBC UK Bank Plc.
Future Leap offers a spacious, covid-compliant event space with MHVR air conditioning units which take out old air and bring new air in. We also have reduced our capacity so you can be mindful of each other's space. We ask all physical attendees to take a lateral flow test before arriving.
Marion Britton, WECA.
This presentation will provide details about the West of England Green Business Grants and free Carbon Survey offer that is currently live for small & medium sized enterprises. It will also include examples of businesses that have already been funded – showing the energy saving improvements they’ve made, the finances involved and the benefits.
James Morvan, Lead Engagement Officer, Transport Engagement Team, Bristol City Council
James will give an overview of the upcoming Bristol Clean Air Zone, which will mean charges for older, more polluting vehicles in the centre of Bristol. He will include details of how to reach compliance, the financial package and other support offers available to businesses.
Claire Bees, Corporate Relationship Director and Chris Hill, Commercial Relationship Manager, HSBC UK Bank Plc
Companies of all sizes and sectors have a role to play in the journey to net zero. HSBC UK is committed to working with and supporting businesses with their sustainability goals, to build a greener economy and help remove the barriers they may face. Claire and Chris will discuss their Sustainability Hub, which provides the tools and insights to help businesses navigate the transition to net zero and build a more sustainable approach to business. HSBC UK have also recently launched a Green SME Fund to help businesses seize the opportunities and growth potential that sustainability offers.
Agenda:
08:00 – 08:20 - Registration, Breakfast and Networking [Plus Virtual Attendees Networking Session]
08:20 - 08:30 - Introduction by Future Leap
08:30 - 08:40 – Joe McWilliam, Granted Consultancy
08:40 - 08:50 – James Morvan, Bristol City Council (Clean Air Zone Team)
08:50 – 09:00 – Marion Britton, WECA
09:00 – 09:15 – Claire Bees and Chris Hill, HSBC UK Bank Plc
09:15 – 09:45 – Q&A
09:50 - 09:55 - 60 Second Pitches
09:55 – 10:00 - Close
10:00 – 10:30 – Optional Networking & Tea/Coffee [Virtual Attendees Networking Session till 10:15]
Meet The Speakers!
Marion Britton, WECA.
Marion is the Low Carbon Challenge Fund Project Manager for the West of England Combined Authority. She manages the Green Business Grants Scheme, Innovative Local Energy Scheme and Innovative Housing Retrofit Scheme.
James Morvan, Lead Engagement Officer, Transport Engagement Team, Bristol City Council
James is the lead engagement officer for the Bristol Clean Air Zone, within Sustainable City Transport at Bristol Council.
Claire Bees, Corporate Relationship Director, HSBC UK Bank Plc
Claire's sector focus is on sustainability, e-commerce and fast growth businesses with a portfolio of businesses including a broad mix of other sectors such as manufacture and wholesale. Claire is passionate about sustainability and is a Sustainable Finance Ambassador for HSBC.
Chris Hill, Commercial Relationship Manager, HSBC UK Bank Plc
Chris has a banking career spanning 22 years, and is a trusted partner to Claire's portfolio of SME businesses across a wide range of sectors. Chris worked on the project for testing and shaping the HSBC Sustainability Assessment Tool.
This event is kindly sponsored by HSBC UK Bank Plc.
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Opportunities, Suggestions and Conditions
As part of your (physical) ticket we would like to offer you 50% off coworking for the rest of the day after the event at our sustainability hub Future Leap, if you are not already a user of the space. This is just £10+VAT! Our carbon neutral coworking space is next door to the events space so you will be able to move seamlessly from event to work within minutes. You can book on arrival or let us know in advance via email.
Physical Attendees: It is important we look after each other and keep safe. We recommend all attendees take a lateral flow test prior to arrival. Please do not attend if you have any covid symptoms or are having to self isolate. Physical attendees must adhere to all safety guidelines sent in advance of the event.
Most of our events are available on demand here, however this does not include opportunities to network, take part in the discussions or do a 60 second pitch!
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