Update on Events (August 2009) |
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Future Events Invites have already been sent out for SBEN’s AGM, which is to be held on 3rd Sept, This year’s keynote speaker is Peter Laybourn, Programme Director, National Industrial Symbiosis Programme (NISP). Peter will be giving a presentation highlighting the successes of industrial symbiosis in reducing costs, providing opportunities and contributing to a low carbon economy. His case studies from the West Midlands region will show the innovative solutions NISP can provide and you may find a solution to the waste issue you have had for years!! As mentioned in the last edition, there will be a small amount of time given over to administrative issues including a short presentation by members of the SBEN team on the previous year’s performance. We had a tremendous turnout at last year’s AGM and would like to encourage as many members as possible to attend. On Friday 2nd October, we will be holding a half day event on Environmental Risk Assessment and Producer Responsibility. This will be held at The Holiday Inn, M6, Junction 15 (Newcastle). Presentations will be given by:
In addition to the above, Dave Chesters from Track Training Services UK Ltd, will also be giving a presentation on “Making Yourself Recession Proof! Tips & Techniques to help safeguard your own position”. A very topical subject at this present time!! We were originally planning to hold a breakfast seminar on Energy, on 20th October. This was to be the last in a series of 4 events focussing on this subject. However, as we already have one event arranged for October, we have now decided to postpone this until early next year. We are very conscious that this is a difficult period for delegates to spend precious time away from their businesses. Places can be reserved via our website, under the “Events” section www.sben.co.uk Past Events Enviro Visit 24th June, Beacon Energy It was our 3rd visit and it didn’t fail to disappoint, as you can see from the delegates comments:
The delegates were asked whether they thought that the visit had been worthwhile and it was no surprise when they all said “yes”!! We will be holding another visit to Beacon Energy on 23rd September. This will once again be held in partnership with the RE:think Energy Project. This visit will only be available to SBEN members and RE:think Energy members. Sorry but no advance bookings – invites will be sent approximately 4 weeks before the event 11th August, How to Deal with an Environmental Emergency This half day event was held at The Moat House, Acton Trussell, Stafford. Although bookings were slow at first, we are pleased to report that there were 40 of us on the day - a big thank you for your support! Our thanks to the speakers: Nadiya Seeloch (Groundwork), Rob Sutherland-Scott (Environment Agency) and Tim Robins (Envirowise). Nadiya organised a mock spillage incident. This was much appreciated by the delegates, who enthusiastically took part, as you can see from the picture! Feedback scores and comments included: 90% Overall
The following presentations can be downloaded from our website:
Rob, from the Environment Agency gave a very informative presentation on ‘Flooding – Keeping Your Business Afloat’. Unfortunately, this is not available on our website. However, a ‘Flood preparation guide for business’ can be downloaded from the following link: Further information can be found on the following websites:
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