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Dear Member,
Welcome to Issue 6 of the Low Carbon Innovation Bulletin. Thanks to everyone who has contacted us to let us know about some of the work that you have been doing in your organisations to reduce carbon emissions. We're always interested to hear of the key issues facing Network members and the successes they've had overcoming them.
Four case studies are featured in this week's bulletin, demonstrating how carbon emissions can be reduced through practical applications, case studies on biofuel and recycling, and through training, education and data gathering.
The Innovation Showcase at the Low Carbon Innovation Exchange continues to grow, increasing the number innovative technologies and techniques that will be on show on the day. Details of all the organisations exhibiting can be seen here
As usual this issue includes a round up of new stories and a few tips to help cut carbon.
Best regards
Dominic Matthews
Click on the links below to read the full stories
Bournemouth insulates nearly 4,000 homes for free
www.24dash.com published 22/05/2007
Planning reforms to fast track wind farms
www.edie.net published 22/05/2007
Why it pays for firms to go green
www.bb.co.uk published 20/05/2007
The Low Carbon Innovation Network and Enterprise Events cannot be held liable for the content of external websites
To see more news and to add some of your own visit the forum here
The Low Carbon Innovation Exchange will take place on June 14th at the Olympia 2 Conference Centre in London and the list of companies and products that will be on show continues to grow.
Companies represented in the showcase will include:
Accelerated Compost Ltd, Akristos, Ambirad, Aptiform, Airus, ASI, Autoflame Engineering, NetComposites, Bluesky, BT Conferencing, CMR, Curvaceous Software, E.ON Energy, EA Technical Services, Ecocooling, Ecosearch, EDF Energy, Encraft, Epicam, Eurowind, Flexitricity, Gasfill 2000, Green Dimension, Green Ocean Energy, Hoval, Hydroventuri, Interflush, KVM Partnership, Microcab, NEC Computers, npower business, RD Energy Solutions, Schneider Electric, Scottish Power, Sd3, Spirovent, Tarmac, The Energy Savers, Trend, TruRead, Walltransform, Wind Direct
Full details of the showcase attendees can be seen here
The full programme for the Low Carbon Innovation Exchange can be seen by clicking here
New discussion groups and case studies that have recently been added to the Low Carbon Innovation Exchange programme include:
Simple ways to achieving behavioural change
Revathi Balasubramanyam, Tamside Council
Implementing an environmental management system (EMS)
Elaine Preston, Environmental Manager, Interservefm
Reduce your computing energy consumption by 50%
David Newbould, NEC Computers
To book your place to attend the exchange for the special discounted member rate please click here
The full programme for the day can be seen here
So how can you be involved?
-- Have you got any experience on a carbon reduction initiative that you would be willing to share with a small group of counterparts?
-- Or is there a specific challenge you face, where a collective brainstorm may help provide some of the answers for yourself or others?
Previous participants who have led or facilitated discussion groups at similar best practice events have rated the peer interaction to be very valuable, both in terms of exchanging experience and bringing together networks of people sharing an interest or challenge.
In recognition of your contribution, all topics accepted into the programme will qualify for a complimentary place at the Exchange.
So if you are interested in hosting a roundtable group on a topic of interest, please send an email to laura@carbon-innovation.com and we will call you to discuss the options.
Expert panel sessions on the day will cover a range of subjects, giving network members an insight into how carbon emissions are being reduced around the world, and also the opportunities that the future holds for reducing them further.
Panel sessions on the day will focus on minimising carbon emissions and creating bottom line savings, micro power generation, adapting products to suit new low carbon demands and supply chain partnerships.
To find out more about the Low Carbon Innovation Exchange please click here
Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders - Why not provide more fiscal incentives for use of low carbon cars?
According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT - http://www.smmt.co.uk) in the UK, road transport accounts for around 20.1 per cent of carbon emissions: cars are responsible for 11.7 per cent and the other 8.4 per cent comes from vans, trucks, buses, coaches and motorcycles.
Read the full story on the forum here
Interserve - "In training you should not dumb down anything"
One of the first steps for Interserve (http://www.interserveplc.co.uk/) in becoming more compliant with environmental standards has been to create an environmental management system (EMS), to collect performance data from the firm's energy and transport usage.
Read the full story on the forum here
Brammer - "If there's payback in two years, then it's viable"
In mid-May 2007, Brammer's first energy survey report from the Carbon Trust landed on Continuous Improvement Engineer Mark Price's desk following a site assessment. According to him, the Trust have recommended measures that, while relatively simple to implement, were not initially obvious to Price and his team, such as heating corridors at a lower temperature to offices and putting timers on the photocopiers and water coolers.
Read the full story on the forum here
City and County of Swansea - "Biofuel is something you can add to your fleet without cost"
With road transport one of the most well-publicised culprits when it comes to sources of harmful emissions, Terry Avery, Corporate Fleet Manager at the City and County of Swansea (http://www.swansea.gov.uk/), had to be innovative from early on.
Read the full story on the forum here
The bigger the Network is, the more organisations there are to share best practice!
Please forward this bulletin on to anyone who you think would like to be part of the Low Carbon Innovation Network. This may be someone within your organisation or it may be someone in your supply chain or competitive organisation.
New members can register for the bulletin for free by clicking here
We are always grateful to receive any comments or feedback that you have with regards to the bulletin, the forum, the exchange or the network in general.
We would also like to hear from you if you have a case study for the bulletin or have a topic that you would like to discuss at the exchange.
Please send any comments or suggestions to Dominic Matthews, Editor, at dom@carbon-innovation.com or call +44 (0) 1883 344 799
Best Practice Ideas
Please visit the forum here and share a tip that you have for organisations to reduce their carbon emissions. Often the very simplest ideas can have the greatest effect in reducing carbon emissions:
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By installing flow restrictors or aerators in taps, or purchasing water efficient taps, you can make significant savings on your water bill as well as save up to 60% on heating costs when compared to using conventional taps.
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Use reusable containers whenever possible. Use durable towels, tablecloths, napkins, dishes, cups, and glasses. Ensure that coffee machines and water dispensers allow staff to use ceramic mugs rather than plastic cups.
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Consider using inkjet printers as they use 90% less energy than laser printers.
To share your best practice ideas visit the forum here
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