Net Zero cohort for manufacturing SMEs - Sandwell Business Growth

Join the Net Zero Innovation Network and voestalpine Metsec plc in Oldbury to accelerate your journey towards sustainable manufacturing.

What will happen

This face-to-face event is designed for manufacturing SMEs in the West Midlands, providing practical tools, funding opportunities and expert guidance to help you achieve your sustainability goals. Hosted by voestalpine Metsec, a leader in innovative and sustainable manufacturing, the session will showcase real-world solutions and insights tailored for local manufacturers.

Key topics include:

Energy efficiency: learn how to minimise energy costs and invest in sustainable machinery like solar panels.
Legislation guidance: stay ahead of upcoming regulations such as CBAM and understand their implications for your business.
Supply chain opportunities: explore how reducing scope 3 emissions can open doors to new supply chain partnerships.
Net zero roadmaps: develop a personalised plan to achieve carbon neutrality while boosting productivity and reducing costs.

Benefits of attending

You’ll benefit from:

Grant funding: access up to £100,000 for sustainable solutions, energy-efficient machinery, or renewable energy projects.
Expert support: participate in a 5-day technical innovation project designed to tackle your sustainability challenges and unlock new opportunities.
Proven strategies: learn from success stories like Listertube (82% energy reduction), Kingfisher Enamelling (100% natural gas reduction), and Pallite (60% waste reduction and £144k additional revenue).
Actionable insights: gain practical knowledge to reduce costs, improve turnover, and enhance productivity while staying ahead in a competitive market.

Proven results

“WMG has been an outstanding source of support and guidance. The specialist assistance has helped us unlock innovations, bring new services to market, achieve efficiency gains, and accelerate our move towards sustainable manufacturing.”
– Peter Davies, Co-Chair, Manufacturing Assembly Network & CEO, James Lister & Sons