With a global focus on decarbonisation a key part of COVID economic recovery, our Net Zero Support programme will help ensure that SMEs are ready to play a role in Scotland’s green recovery, and can take full advantage of opportunities for diversification, strengthening sustainability and planning their own net-zero route map.

The programme was developed in response to feedback from member companies in early 2020, when an overwhelming 92% acknowledged the reality of the climate emergency and the urgent need for action. In 2024, the challenges remain significant. Whilst 75% of companies now attribute revenue growth to their sustainability efforts and 63% still believe it is the right path forward, many SMEs face critical barriers, including a lack of financing and incentives (66%), inadequate tools (52%), and insufficient skills and knowledge (29%).

This programme, open to all SMEs in the Scottish engineering and manufacturing sectors, aims to address these challenges. It offers a series of online workshops and one-on-one sessions, providing essential training, skills development and access to digital tools and resources designed to support sustainability efforts.

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Empowering Scottish Businesses: Your Path to Net Zero

Unlock Sustainability and Profitability with Our Net Zero Support Programme

Our Net Zero Support Programme is your gateway to a sustainable future, designed specifically for Scottish engineering and manufacturing businesses.

Why Choose Our Programme?

  • Tailored Solutions: Overcome common barriers like lack of time, finances, data, and expertise
  • Proven Demand: 75% of businesses support the government’s Net Zero ambitions
  • Comprehensive Approach: From decarbonisation strategies to profitability enhancement

What We Offer

  • SMART Roadmap Creation: Develop a clear, actionable plan towards Net Zero
  • Expert-Led Webinars: Gain insights and tools from industry stakeholders
  • One-to-One Acceleration Sessions: Personalized guidance for your unique challenges
  • Skill-Building: Equip your team with essential knowledge and capabilities
  • Regular Newsletters: Stay informed on the latest trends and opportunities
  • Digital Resource Library: Access a wealth of supporting materials at your convenience

Don’t miss this opportunity to differentiate your business, strengthen profitability, and contribute to Scotland’s sustainable future. With only 11% of businesses currently prepared for Net Zero, your participation can put you ahead of the curve. Embrace the future of business. Embrace Net Zero.

Programme of events

The Who of Net Zero with guest: Energy Skills Partnership (ESP)

The journey to Net Zero is challenging, but we are thrilled to see so many of you embarking on it. This year, we are excited to introduce a new series of Net Zero webinars designed for all members, regardless of where you are on the path to achieving Net Zero.

Our next instalment of the Support Series, which will focus on the ‘Who’ of Net Zero (human and financial resources), we are delighted to be joined by Dougie Knox and Rachel Tulloch, Sector Managers at ESP.  ESP (Energy Skills Partnership) is the college sector agency in Scotland for energy transition, zero carbon transport, engineering, construction and STEM whilst leading on the Climate Emergency Skills Action Plan.  Our vision is of a college sector working in partnership with Government, agencies and industry to meet national and regional skills needs, maximising investment and job opportunities aligned with emerging technologies, the Climate Emergency and the Just Transition to Net Zero.

Dougie has over 14 years’ experience delivering and developing the curriculum in a wide range of disciplines supporting the Manufacturing, Energy and Renewables sectors, collaborating with Industry partners, government bodies and educational institutions on innovative projects.

Rachel‘s areas of responsibility include hydrogen, low carbon heat, low carbon transport and energy efficiency initiatives.  With a background in curriculum design and development of innovative short courses, Rachel has successfully implemented new curricula and learning materials in advanced manufacturing, hydrogen, wind energy, and industrial automation during her time at ESP.

 

 

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Fill in your details below and we will add your company to the mailing list.  We will keep you up to date with information and opportunities from Net Zero where you can learn more about the training and interact with industry leaders.

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