Green Business Podcast

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  • Learn more about energy, resource, waste and water efficiency as well as engage on low carbon, environmental and green sustainability initiatives. A podcast delivered by the Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme in association with BEAS.
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  • 23: Reduce Your Business Energy Bills: Expert Tips for Significant Savings!

    23: Reduce Your Business Energy Bills: Expert Tips for Significant Savings!
    Aug 13 2024
    In this episode, we talk with Nersi Salehi, Managing Director of Pro Enviro Limited, about maximising energy efficiency and sustainability. Pro Enviro is a leading firm of energy engineers and scientists dedicated to helping businesses cut their energy consumption and carbon footprint.

    Nersi, an industry expert, shares his extensive knowledge on energy audits and their benefits. He provides essential tips on how businesses can significantly reduce their energy bills and move towards a more sustainable future.

    In this episode, we cover:

    • The basics of energy audits and how they can identify substantial savings opportunities.
    • Typical recommendations from energy audits and the measurable efficiency gains they can achieve.
    • Details on the Decarbonisation Net Zero programme’s grant funding, supporting projects from insulation improvements to solar PV installations.
    • Why engaging with energy audits and sustainability programmes is essential for staying competitive and preparing for the future.
    Podcast host: Jonathan Howl, Energy Advisor, Coventry City Council

    Guest speaker: Nersi Salehi, Managing Director, Pro Enviro Limited

    Podcast producer: Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Lead, Coventry City Council

    Useful links:

    • Sign up for our biggest event of the year: West Midlands Business Net Zero Conference
    • Register for an energy audit (West Midlands Businesses)
    • Register for an energy audit (Warwickshire Businesses)
    • Learn more about the DNZ Programme
    • Become a member of the Green Business Network (Free membership)
    • Podcast feedback form
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    35 mins
  • 22: Sky's the Limit: Revolutionising Business with Drone Technology

    22: Sky's the Limit: Revolutionising Business with Drone Technology
    Jul 19 2024
    In this episode, we sit down with Elliot Parnham, Founder and Managing Director of Skyfarer, a pioneering company utilising autonomous flight technology to deliver vital medical supplies with unprecedented speed and efficiency. Elliot, an ambitious engineer with an MSc in Astronautics and Space Engineering from Cranfield University, shares his insights on how drones are transforming business operations across various sectors. From last-mile delivery to infrastructure inspection, discover the sustainability benefits and challenges of integrating drones into modern business practices.

    Join us for an enlightening conversation on the future of drone technology and its potential to revolutionise industries while reducing carbon footprints.

    Listen and learn more about:

    • Elliot's journey from aerospace engineering to founding Skyfarer.
    • How drones are revolutionising logistics, agriculture, and infrastructure inspection.
    • The environmental impact of using drones for efficient and eco-friendly business operations.
    • The regulatory, technological, and operational hurdles businesses face when adopting drone technology.
    • Latest advancements and future potential of drones in enhancing business sustainability.
    Podcast host:
    • Jonathan Howl (Host) - Energy Advisor, Coventry City Council
    Guest speaker:
    • Elliot Parnham – Founder and Managing Director of Skyfarer
    Podcast producer:
    • Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Lead, Coventry City Council
    Useful links:
    • Listen to Coventry's Urban Air Port: A zero carbon airport for drones and flying taxis
    • Skyfarer website
    • Register for an energy audit (West Midlands Businesses)
    • Register for an energy audit (Warwickshire Businesses)
    • Learn more about the DNZ Programme
    • Become a member of the Green Business Network (Free membership)
    • Podcast feedback form
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    23 mins
  • 21: Can we extract water from air?

    21: Can we extract water from air?
    Jul 10 2024
    Can Brian Sheng’s company, Aquaria, revolutionise water supply by extracting it from thin air? Join us to explore how Aquaria is tackling one of the most overlooked climate challenges: clean water scarcity.

    Founded by Brian Sheng, Aquaria is pioneering atmospheric water generators that create drinking water from the air. In this episode, we explore the potential of this technology to address the global water crisis and what it will take to make clean water accessible to all.

    • Brian Sheng’s inspiration for tackling water scarcity through technological innovation.
    • The critical issue of global water usage trends and water scarcity.
    • Long-term projections for global water shortages and their implications for businesses.
    • The role of atmospheric water generators in addressing water shortages.
    • Promising water-saving technologies and practices that businesses should be aware of.
    Podcast host:
    • Jonathan Howl (Host) - Energy Advisor, Coventry City Council
    Guest speaker:
    • Brian Sheng, CEO - Aquaria
    Podcast producer:
    • Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Lead, Coventry City Council
    Useful links:
    • Register for an energy audit (West Midlands Businesses)
    • Register for an energy audit (Warwickshire Businesses)
    • Learn more about the DNZ Programme
    • Become a member of the Green Business Network (Free membership)
    • Aquaria website
    • Podcast feedback form
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    18 mins

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