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Agenda

09:30 - 10:00 Welcome and overview of the low carbon economy in Somerset

This will include: Somerset Council's Economic Strategy, Delivery Plan and what's next, plus business support opportunities

10:00 - 11:00 Session 1: Low carbon opportunities across the region

This will include nuclear, battery storage, hydrogen, tidal & offshore wind, with speakers from: NNB - Hinkley Point C, Agratas, Hydrogen South West, West Somerset Lagoon, Offshore Renewable Energy C...

11:00 - 11:30 Break for networking, refreshments and visit the exhibition stands

11:30 - 12:30 Session 2: Accelerating innovation through the low carbon sector

This will include the Somerset Energy Innovation Centre, Gridimp, Plymouth & Exeter Universities, followed by a Q&A session

12:30 - 13:30 Lunch - Networking & another opportunity to visit the exhibition stands

13:30 - 14:30 Session 3: Skills and training to maximise low carbon opportunities​​​

This will include skills development, training and infrastructure across the regions, including support available from local colleges

14:30 - 15:00 Closing remarks

Opportunity for further networking

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Highlights

• 5 hours, 30 minutes
• ALL AGES
• In person
• Free venue parking
• Doors at 09:00

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Join us to gain insights into the latest low carbon opportunities in Somerset and across the South West, build valuable connections and capitalise on the market growth of the low carbon economy.

The Somerset Energy Innovation Centre invites you to join this full-day event (including a networking lunch), to highlight the breadth of low carbon opportunities in the region and celebrate the success of the Centre, now in its 10th year. The Centre offers a base for ambitious businesses in the nuclear and renewable energy sectors.

These are exciting times for Somerset and the South West, with a wide range of significant low carbon technology projects and developments taking place or taking shape. The region is leading the way in the low carbon revolution, with numerous opportunities for local businesses and communities to benefit from.

• Expert Speakers – Hear from the experts and gain the latest insights into:

Supply chain opportunities - including nuclear, battery storage, hydrogen, tidal & offshore wind. Speakers confirmed from EDF/NNB - Hinkley Point C, Agratas, Hydrogen South West, West Somerset Lagoon & Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult.

Accelerating innovation through the low carbon sector - including local Innovation Centres, Gridimp, Plymouth & Exeter Universities

Skills and training to help your business maximise low carbon opportunities - including support available from local colleges

• Exhibition Stands – Explore innovative projects and business support

• Exceptional Networking & Collaboration Opportunities – Build valuable connections

Don't miss out - Spaces are limited, so secure your place today!

Please note there is limited parking on-site, this available on a first-come, first-served basis. You must register your number plate in the foyer of the event. Alternative green travel options are encouraged (train, car share, bus). Please see: Getting to the ground - Somerset