Climate Action: the green technology opportunity in the UK’s net zero transition

The Centre for Climate Engagement and IoD East of England are collaborating on an event series throughout 2022, with regular events for non-executive directors, board members and business leaders in the East of England to accelerate business climate action in the region. This next event will focus on Green Technology and how this sector plays an important role in the net-zero transition, as well as the opportunities available to businesses in this sector. 

Register: https://climatehughes.org/events/climate-action-the-green-technology-opportunity-in-the-uks-net-zero-transition/

Event Agenda

This in an online event, which will be a panel discussion followed by Q&A with audience.

12.00 IoD and CCE Introduction 12.05 Scene Setter, Elizabeth Warham – Lead, Agri-tech, Department for international trade
Why is green tech and agritech important, both generally and in the region? What change do we need to see happen in the area and what is currently happening? The opportunities for businesses in the area arising through the government’s net-zero transition plans, e.g. research at the plant sciences institute in Norwich, and how this fits into the national context.  12.15 Presentations from the 3 green tech business and research institute case studies from East of England region, including a range of small to large businesses and across different green tech areas (agritech, envirotech, biotech, IT, and advanced manufacturing) 12.25 Moderated Panel Discussion 12.45 Q&A Session 13.00 Event Close from Moderator