Utili-Tay Launch Party
2023-05-19 13:00 - 16:00 UTC
As a valued customer, connection, supplier and friend to Utili-Tay we would like to invite you to celebrate with us at our official launch party.
It has been a busy time behind the scenes, we have been creating our “Carbon Hub” where we can demonstrate and share our NEW and extended product range that will support businesses to reduce energy consumption.
You will also be among the first people to see our NEW website…. thanks to Amanda and Ross at Due North Creatives. We hope you like it as much as we do!
We are delighted to be joined by the founding partners and creator of our NEW carbon monitoring product, they operate all over the world and will share how the technology works and what it means to Utili-Tays clients.
John Thomson from DC Thomson will be sharing why Net Zero is a key focus for the business, the journey they have been on to research the market place on the best solutions for the range of premises they have. Utili-Tay are delighted to be supporting them on the road to NetZero.
Our partners at Everflow will share tip tips for reducing water consumption and ways to maximise water efficiency. Water can be the forgotten utility cost for a business but it is still a cost that you can directly impact.
Utili-Tay believes it has a responsibility to support charities and communities to this end they donate time, expertise and money on a quarterly basis to a nominated charity. We are delighted to introduce you to TCCL and 58 Bonnygate to share the amazing work they do across Tayside and Fife for families faced with child cancer and leukaemia.
Our technology, support and information is only part of the solutions we also need to focus on the culture and mindset within the business, we have invited Jamie from YMindset to share his top tips on gaining employee and executive commitment and changing behaviours.
Once the official event finishes you are welcome to stay and network.

The business benefits of running a sustainable business
2023-05-23 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-27 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-07-17 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-08-15 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-09-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-24 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-21 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-27 14:00 - 16:00 and 1 more date
It’s becoming increasingly important to customers to source their products from companies who have strong green credentials. This webinar will show how by becoming more sustainable you can increase sales and profits.
We will look at:
Understanding the problem
What is sustainability and why it is important
Innovation
Profiting from being a green business
Embracing a purpose beyond profit
The sustainability triple bottom line
Developing your own green charter
Examples of those practicing this way of growth with remarkable success
Top tips for going green

Green tease: Launch of the creative degrowth network Scotland
2023-06-07 15:00 - 18:00 | Dundee Contemporary Arts, 152 Nethergate, Dundee, DD1 4EA
Over the course of an afternoon, this launch event will expand people’s knowledge on degrowth and what it means for Scotland. It will explore the role of culture, and how people can use it to tell positive post-growth stories in our communities.
At the root of the climate emergency is a crisis of political imagination. The current political and societal structures are limited in what they can achieve. Economic and societal systems are currently driving the climate crisis in pursuit of profit and power: systems where we have been conditioned to value GDP and economic growth at the cost of people and planet.
The planet does not have the resources for endless growth, and neither is endless growth working for people, creating an immensely inequitable distribution of wealth. People will need radical, collective visions of alternative futures to drive transformative action. Art and culture can help to rethink current systems. Hence, the creation of the creative degrowth network Scotland.
The launch of this network aims to challenge and reframe the dominant narratives that have been driving the climate crisis. It aims to build stronger connections between cultural, climate, economic and community professionals in order to develop this urgent work towards a sustainable future. The afternoon will include contributions from Enough! Scotland, and Rachel Grant, Programme Manager at the Barn. You will also hear from members of the network and get a chance to form its future. The question asked will be: How can culture play its full role in the necessary transformation of society?

Embracing Circular Economy: Transforming Waste Into Wealth
2023-06-22 12:30 - 15:00 | Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce, 37 City Quay, Dundee, DD1 3JA
Join us for an engaging conversation on how the circular economy can support businesses in achieving their net-zero goals. Hosted by Circular Tayside and the Dundee and Angus Chamber of Commerce, we invite you to enjoy a cup of tea, some lunch, and gain valuable insights into sustainable business practices.
We are delighted to host an event regarding Circular economy which plays a vital role in helping businesses to achieve Carbon net Zero.
This event is designed to talk about strategies that promotes sustainable business practices and transition to Circular economy from linear economy. With finite resources available it is very important for businesses to start following Circular economy to make our environment a better place for our future generation.
At this event you will get the opportunity to meet and connect with people who are passionate about sustainable development.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the Circular Economy event and contribute to shaping a more sustainable business by adopting to Circular economy.

How to transition to net zero
2023-07-04 12:00 - 13:00
Navigating the path to achieving net zero and implementing sustainability practices can seem like a daunting task, especially for small businesses. This webinar, led by our panelists, is designed to guide business owners on their journey to Net Zero emissions, and will offer practical insights and actionable strategies to make a meaningful impact in their work.
The session will cover:

The benefits to everyone in achieving net zero emissions
How to make sense of all the information that exists and how to get started
What support is available to businesses looking to take the first step
How small businesses can effectively integrate renewable energy sources into their operations
What practices businesses can implement to effectively measure and track their progress in reducing their carbon footprint

Become a CPD-certified Green Champion
2023-07-06 10:00 - 12:30
Rising energy costs, the climate emergency and increasing consumer pressure continue to impact businesses and challenge the way they manage their environmental performance.
The good news is Business Energy Scotland’s Green Champions training course has already helped over 4,000 professionals from organisations across Scotland to prepare for this challenge.
And this is your chance to join them. This webinar will pack the entire Green Champions foundation modules into one session and provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to grow a green, profitable business.

Tay Cities Enterprise Forum
2023-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Michelin Innovation Parc, Baldovie Road, Dundee, DD4 8UQ
The Tay Cities Enterprise Forum is working with the Tay Cities Clean Growth team to support their work as hosts of a community for professionals who contribute in solving the challenges of a better, cleaner future.
Our event will help identify opportunities to get involved in existing Clean Growth projects, submit, discuss and develop your ideas and find partners for new initiatives.
We will start with a Clean Growth Roundtable to have a discussion around the skills requirements across businesses in the region, to help take advantage of the many clean growth opportunities, explore any challenges and consider joint working that we may be interested in.
Then we will explore the wider opportunities for the private sector to influence and drive services & support that helps businesses to grow and thrive.
Leading the conversation around what business needs, and how plans such as the Tay Cities Regional Economic Action plan can help shape business strategy (and vice versa) – it’s vitally important to have the voice of business front and centre, with avenues to develop & deepen engagement.
Please register to take part.

Innovation Funding: Heating & Cooling, Built Environment and Geothermal
2023-08-23 15:00 - 16:30
Join the Scottish European Green Energy Centre (SEGEC), Scottish Enterprise Innovation Collaboration and Funding Team and Innovate UK to discover the latest innovation funding opportunities for heating and cooling, built environment and geothermal projects.
This webinar will provide an overview of current and future opportunities in these areas, ranging from grants and support designed for single SMEs all the way up to large-scale international collaborative projects. It will be of interest to businesses, researchers and those in the public sector who support the development of innovative products and services.
The presentations will discuss:
Innovate UK funding programmes, including IUK SMART, Innovate UK loans and IUK investor partnerships.

Collaborative funding, including the £5 million Clean Energy Transition Partnership, Eureka Eurostars and Horizon Europe.
The Scottish Green Heat Innovation Support Programme.

You will also have the opportunity to find out more about:

Support available to Scottish organisations interested in applying to these funds.
Top tips for partner searches and creating eye-catching profiles.

Confirmed speakers include:

Karen Fraser, European Programme Manager, Scottish European Green Energy Centre (SEGEC)

SEGEC helps companies access European funding in Scotland in the critical growth areas of energy and low carbon by supporting businesses and key stakeholders. This includes leading on the delivery of the Clean Energy Transition Partnership Programme and promotion and support for the Horizon Europe research and innovation programme.

Conall McGinley, Horizon Europe UK National Contact Point for Energy and Global Innovation Lead for Energy, Innovate UK

Innovate UK is the UK’s national innovation agency supporting business-led innovation. They provide free and impartial help and support to all organisations innovating in the energy sector to help them access funding for European and international collaborative projects.

Jane Watters, Innovation Collaboration and Funding, Scottish Enterprise

This team delivers Innovate UK EDGE services to ambitious Scottish companies, helping them to grow through innovation, internationalisation and investment. This includes helping companies navigate and secure innovation funding, international market opportunities and partners through extensive international networks.

Offshore Europe 23
2023-09-05 08:00 - 2023-09-08 17:00 | P&J Live, East Burn Road, Aberdeen, AB21 9FX, United Kingdom
Offshore Europe 2023 is an excellent platform for collaboration, progress and results, not just for Scotland, but key overseas markets too. This year marks the 50th anniversary and the focus will be on continuous innovation which mirrors the evolution of North Sea energy, mapping the journey to a sustainable and better energy future.
OE23 will help the offshore energy value chain to accelerate the transition to a better energy future by uniting the power of expertise, knowledge and innovative technology to drive progress.

Minewater Geothermal in Scotland
2023-09-20 10:00 - 11:00
Scotland is legally committed to reduce emissions by 75% by 2030 and reach net zero by 2045.
Join this webinar to find out more about the minewater geothermal opportunity in Scotland.

Tay Cities Clean Growth - Clean Energy & Green Agri-tech and innovation
2023-09-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Arbikie Distillery Experience, Arbikie Highland Estate, Lunan, DD10 9TR
With its central geography, mixed economy and broad base of academic, professional expertise and active developments, Tayside is a great place to exploit this ongoing economic transformation as we address climate change and post Covid recovery.
At this event we are focussing on:

Clean Energy (wind to small scale green hydrogen generation)
Green agri-tech and agri innovation

Come along and meet members of the Clean Growth community that works together to maximise the Tay Region’s clean growth opportunities. See how we can create synergies for a collective Unique Selling Point.
Clean Growth in the Tayside has a special focus on: Green Agri-tech, Clean Energy, Circular Economy, Sustainable Mobility and Data and Digital Solutions. There will be networking opportunities to meet and talk to project owners from the five focus areas, likeminded attendees as well as local authority, Scottish Enterprise & Scottish Development International representatives.

Digitalisation of Green Energy - Scottish Capabilities
2023-11-21 15:00 - 16:00
Join Scottish Enterprise for a digitalisation of green energy series exploring the future of digitalisation in the renewable energy sector, as well as the landscape of opportunities developing today and in the future.
This webinar will attract digital innovators looking to diversify into the green heat sector as well as current and emerging heat pump and heat network industry experts from across the sector.

How your organisation can reduce single-use
2023-11-22 14:00 - 15:30
Want to reduce the amount of single use items you use but don’t know where to start? This webinar will cover how to comply with the law, new developments to help tackle disposable cups and also how to go further and reduce single use items of all types.
An estimated 388.7 million single-use beverage cups are used every year in Scotland, equating to an estimated 4,000 tonnes of waste each year. Yet 77% of people in Scotland say they are concerned by the amount of single-use packaging and items we use.
Zero Waste Scotland are committed to providing businesses with a clear understanding on how they can make positive changes which will help make a significant impact to Scotland’s Circular Economy. This can be through useful resources on the Single-Use Plastics Ban, which came into effect a year ago, or implementing a reusable cup scheme provides an opportunity to help tackle the consumption of single-use cups.
Join us and our soon to be announced speakers as we provide valuable insight into the value of reducing our disposable and single-use plastics with an opportunity to speak to the experts.
What to expect from the webinar:
• Information on how to comply with the ban on selected single-use items in Scotland
• Details of the proposal to introduce a charge on single-use cups
• The benefits of offering reusables
• First-hand experience from businesses who have implemented reusable cup schemes
• Examples, benefits, challenges and how to overcome them
• Details of the support Zero Waste Scotland can offer to assist with setting up a scheme
Who should attend?
All types of organisations can attend this webinar, whether you:
• Are an SME, larger business, third sector and business support agency/professional
• Are interested in reusable cup schemes
• Or are just interested in finding out more

Train to become a CPD-certified Green Champion
2024-01-23 10:00 - 12:30
Rising energy costs, the climate emergency and increasing consumer pressure continue to challenge the way that businesses across Scotland manage their environmental performance.
The Green Champions online training course is already helping organisations across Scotland prepare for this challenge by providing knowledge, tried-and-tested techniques, best practice examples, and free tools and templates.
This free webinar, designed for small and medium sized enterprises, will pack the entire Green Champions foundation course into one session. Join and get the skills and knowledge that over 4,500 other professionals have already learnt through the Green Champions training course.
You’ll find out about the changing resource landscape and the growing need to be resource efficient, before learning how to gather valuable data from around your organisation to help you plan improvement projects.
You’ll also learn a range of techniques that can be used to interpret and visualise the information you have collected on your resource use, and how to use that knowledge to set realistic environmental goals for your organisation.

Sustainable Smart Building International Capabilities
2024-02-20 15:00 - 16:00
As the government and industry work towards net zero emissions by 2050, there are opportunities to develop digital frameworks for smart energy sector.
Join Scottish Enterprise for a webinar on digitalisation of green energy and explore opportunities in renewable energy.

Statutory Guidance Engagement Workshop: Sustainable Procurement and the CE
2024-02-27 09:30 - 11:00
Why are these Statutory Guidance stakeholder engagement workshops taking place?
SSN is working with the Scottish Government to support the development of new Statutory Guidance on Public Bodies’ Climate Change Duties. The guidance is being co-developed this year with contributions from across the Scottish public sector. Formal public consultation will take place in spring/summer 2024.
Between September 2023 and February 2024, SSN and the Scottish Government will run a series of stakeholder engagement workshops, which will explore a number of prioritised topics that are under development.
What is the purpose of this workshop?
This workshop will aim to gather feedback from Scottish public sector professionals on the Scottish Government’s draft guidance chapter on ‘Sustainable Procurement and the Circular Economy’. The chapter will touch on topics such as;

Considering climate in procurement activity
The Sustainable Procurement Duty
Guidance on asking for climate commitments at the selection stage of procurements
Supplier and contract management
Reporting emissions from procured goods and services
Circular economy

Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is designed specifically for public sector professionals within the Sustainable Scotland Network membership who a) work closely with the subject matter of the workshop; b) will be able to identify gaps or alternative approaches to the proposed content; and c) can advise on suitable levels of technical detail and structure for the guidance.
Lead SSN members should coordinate the gathering of views from colleagues, or encourage topic experts to attend.
It is essential that attendees come well-prepared and have thoroughly read the draft Statutory Guidance material prior to the workshop. This will enable everyone to get the most out of the session, while also keeping it brief.

Responsible Tourism for a Sustainable Future
2024-03-19 15:00 - 16:00
In an exciting new partnership, VisitScotland are working with The Travel Corporation (TTC) and the Travel Foundation, to host a free “Responsible Tourism for a Sustainable Future” webinar.
The one-hour webinar on Tuesday 19 March will offer Scottish tourism businesses an insight into what global tour operators are looking for when choosing a business to work with in Scotland and advice on futureproofing your products and services.
The session will include guest speakers, case studies, free tools available to help businesses with their climate action planning, as well as advice on creating bookable experiences for tour operators – a key booking channel for international visitors.
The Travel Corporation is a global operator whose brands include Contiki, Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations and Trafalgar. As well as sharing the latest consumer trends, the Travel Corporation will also outline the opportunities to support its development of MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experiences and its collective mission to reduce emissions in its tour programmes globally.
As part of our ongoing work to support the industry on its journey to low carbon, the “Responsible Tourism for a Sustainable Future” webinar will include information about the free tools and resources available to help Scottish tourism businesses meet their net zero targets including our Climate Action Planning guide.

Clean Heat 2024
2024-03-27 09:00 - 19:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Glasgow Central, 36 Cambridge Street, Glasgow, G2 3HN
Scottish Enterprise invites you to join us on 27 March for Clean Heat 2024 in Glasgow.
Throughout the day we’ll hear from a range of experts, including Local Authorities, providing an overview of their Local Heat and Energy Efficiency Strategies highlighting the scale of the Clean Heat opportunity in Scotland. We will also spotlight Scottish companies on the range of capability they can bring to the clean heat supply chain, the importance of innovation, and investing in the supply chain. Finally, we will hear from private investors and what they look for when investing in a clean heat project.
We are delighted to welcome Mr Patrick Harvie, Minister for Zero Carbon Buildings, Active Travel and Tenants’ Rights, to open our event. We also have a number of confirmed speakers including Prof. Matthew Hannon, Professor of Sustainable Energy and Business Policy at the University of Strathclyde, as well as Glasgow, Edinburgh and Fife Local Authorities and the Scottish National Investment Bank. We will also have Eddy Adams facilitating the day, a public policy advisor, consultant and writer, specialising in urban policy and social innovation.
The day will finish off with a drinks reception and further opportunities for networking.
Our event will bring together 200 attendees and exhibitors. Those present will have plenty of opportunities to make new contacts and network with a range of organisations.

ASSC regional gathering: navigating change, embracing opportunity
2024-04-22 13:00 - 17:00 | Perth Theatre, Mill Street, Perth, PH1 5HZ
The ASSC invites you to their first regional gathering of 2024, aimed at businesses and organisations involved in the self-catering sector.
The afternoon will kick off with ample networking opportunities, bringing together fellow operators, tourism professionals, and the dedicated team at ASSC. It’s a prime chance to connect with several dynamic partners and enjoy a diverse range of offerings. From sustainable products to indispensable services like insurance, banking, and booking agents, there’s something for everyone to explore.
The event includes a fantastic line-up of speakers, including Tiomóid Foley, VisitScotland Net Zero Manager, and Scott MacLean, Managing Director of Green Tourism. Additionally, ASSC CEO, Fiona Campbell, will provide updates on pertinent topics such as short-term let licensing and planning, FHL abolition, and the visitor levy.
Furthermore, there will be a panel discussion titled “Leading change: empowering the self-catering sector for responsible tourism and climate action”, featuring ASSC Chair, Clare Winskill, and Gordon Drummond of Cairngorm Lodges amongst others.
This gathering isn’t just about convening; it’s about bringing together Scotland’s self-catering community to honour and celebrate Earth Day and embrace the mission of responsible tourism.
Embark on a journey to champion sustainability, empower the industry, and pave the way for a brighter, greener future.
Mark your calendars and join this event to kick-start your journey to make a meaningful difference in Scotland’s self-catering sector.

Your journey to net zero - our climate action resources
2024-04-25 14:00 - 15:00
Join Tiomóid Foley, Responsible Tourism – Net Zero Manager at VisitScotland, to learn more about the new climate action guide and workbook. This is a new practical resource for tourism businesses to help you measure your emissions and build a climate action plan for your business.
In this free webinar, Tiomóid will cover:

an overview of the climate action guide and new workbook, how to use it and why it’s important for tourism businesses
how your business can reduce emissions with a simple climate impact guide that includes an easy-to-use, free climate action workbook
six bespoke quick-start actions to help you reduce the impact your business makes on the climate over the next twelve months – and beyond
taking responsibility for your business emissions and activities, and how the new guide can help you take climate action

Advance sign-up is required for this free event, so please register for your space today.

Sustainable Scotland Network Conference 2024
2024-05-22 09:00 - 15:00
We’re thrilled to announce the return of SSN’s Annual Conference on public sector climate action. This year’s Conference will address the key challenges and opportunities facing the public sector as we move from ambition into action on climate change, resilience and sustainability.
Taking place online on Wednesday 22nd May 2024, the Conference will welcome public sector colleagues, SSN members, and industry professionals to one of Scotland’s major public sector climate change events.
The Conference will present insights and initiatives designed to shift the dial on climate and sustainability action. It will draw on the work of SSN members and bring together leading advocates for transformational change within and across the public sector.
The event will focus on progressing integrated approaches designed to deliver multiple national performance outcomes across climate, wellbeing, nature, health, sustainability and
prosperity.
Máiri McAllan, Cabinet Secretary for Wellbeing Economy, Net Zero and Energy, Scottish Government will open the event, alongside Cllr Gail Macgregor, Environment and Economy Spokesperson, COSLA. We will also be joined by speakers who will share their own insights and lived experience of putting policy into practice. The event will also feature sessions on taking a holistic approach to mitigation, adaptation, resilience and well-being.
This is a key event for anyone working on climate change and sustainability in, or with, the public sector. The conference audience will include leaders, policy makers and practitioners from across the Scottish public sector, including local authorities, NHS Boards, universities and colleges and the wide array of national and regional public bodies that are all actively involved in SSN.

Industry Decarbonisation Opportunities in France: Dunkirk at the forefront of industry decarbonation
2024-06-05 12:30 - 13:30
Ahead of the scoping mission to be organised by Scottish Development International, Neccus cluster and partners in September 2024 in Dunkirk, this webinar will present France’s flagship industry decarbonation projects and opportunities of collaboration for the Scottish supply chain, with a focus on Dunkirk, home of one of Europe’s most ambitious industry decarbonisation projects.
This session represents an opportunity to better understand France’s flagship projects and potential collaboration opportunities with presentations from key players including Arcelor Mittal, H2V, Air Liquide and Dunkerque LNG, aiming at meeting with key industry decarbonisation players in Dunkirk and identify collaboration opportunities.
