Events Calendar

External event: Wood Fuel Heating & CHP Training National Energy Centre, Milton Keynes

This one day training course will give an overview of the many ways in which wood fuel can be used to reduce carbon emissions both in the generation of heat and in the generation of heat and electricity (Combined Heat and Power). This course is accredited by the Energy Institute and provides an overview of woodfuel heating and biomass Combined Heat and Power (CHP). The day will be lead by Rob Gwillim who has been working in the Renewable Energy Industry for the past eighteen years. During his career as an engineer and consultant at the Centre for Alternative Technology and the National Energy Foundation, he was involved in projects covering all of the major renewable technologies. Booking details

External event: Wood Fuel Heating & CHP Training

This course is accredited by the Energy Institute and provides an overview of woodfuel heating and biomass Combined Heat and Power (CHP). The day will be lead by Rob Gwillim who has been working in the Renewable Energy Industry for the past eighteen years. During his career as an engineer and consultant at the Centre for Alternative Technology and the National Energy Foundation, he was involved in projects covering all of the major renewable technologies. Booking details

External event: A Changing Climate for Maritime Biodiversity Met Office, Exeter

The South West Climate Change Impacts Partnership (SWCCIP), Natural England, Biodiversity SW, the Marine Biological Association and the Marine Environmental Change Network are holding a conference, kindly hosted by the Met Office, on 5th November 2009 to address issues surrounding maritime biodiversity and adaptation to climate change. The aim of this conference is to support action to help marine, coastal and estuarine biodiversity adapt to the impacts of this changing climate in the South West, by bringing together scientific evidence and examples of good adaptation practice. Booking details

External event: CSE - one-day training course in small and community-scale renewable energy technologies

This is a one-day course that introduces and explains common renewable energy systems. The course covers solar water heating | biomass heating | heat pumps | solar photovoltaics | small-scale wind There is a maximum of 20 places on each course, giving plenty of time for discussion and sharing of experiences and views. Who is the course for? The course is aimed at people working in the energy field or interested in learning more about renewable energy. It is especially suitable for: local authority staff (e.g. planning officers or those with an interest in energy issues); architects and building services engineers; energy management professionals; community representatives and individuals interested in developing renewable energy systems. Aims and learning outcomes The aim of the course is to give participants a thorough grounding in household and community-scale renewable energy systems. By the end of the course, participants will understand: how each renewable energy technology works and what ‘end use’ can be met by each technology – e.g. space heating, power and lighting, domestic hot water which technology is appropriate in different circumstances - taking into account building type, pattern of energy demand, building us, budget etc costs and payback times, and CO2 savings for each technology installation, operation and maintenance planning issues and sources of grants Fees and payment The cost of this course is £199.00. This includes a delegate information pack, copies of the presentations, lunch and refreshments, and a certificate of attendance. Booking details

RSW event: Renewable Futures Conference Assembly Rooms, Bath

Renewable Futures is Regen SW's annual conference and trade show, and the biggest renewable energy event in the south west of England. This year it will focus on how, in the south west, we can not only recognise and be realistic about the challenges that sustainable energy businesses are facing, but also how we can look ahead beyond the recession and focus on powering up for growth. Day 1 Hosted by Jonathan Dimbleby Held over two days - with the South West Green Energy awards in between - the event will kick off on day one in the afternoon with a plenary and an Any Questions style forum, hosted by the BBC's Jonathan Dimbleby and a panel of four experts to debate the questions. Four months after the government's Renewable Energy Strategy is launched this session will bring together leading policymakers and business leaders for a high-level debate on whether the strategy has put the sustainable energy sector on track for the dramatic growth we need. Booking details

RSW event: South West Green Energy Awards Assembly Rooms, Bath

Join us for a night to remember as we celebrate the success of the south west’s renewable energy industry and announce the winners of the South West Green Energy Awards 2009 on Tuesday 10 November at the Assembly Rooms Bath, hosted by Jonathon Dimbleby. The night will be a great opportunity to relax, network, entertain clients, reward staff and see some of the best examples of renewable energy in the south west being recognised. Don’t miss out on this impressive event. Booking details

RSW event: Renewable Futures Conference Assembly Room, Bath

Renewable Futures is Regen SW's annual conference and trade show, and the biggest renewable energy event in the south west of England. This year it will focus on how, in the south west, we can not only recognise and be realistic about the challenges that sustainable energy businesses are facing, but also how we can look ahead beyond the recession and focus on powering up for growth. In-depth targeted seminars Day two will include a series of seminars, covering the following topics: Renewable Heat: Warming to the Challenge Offshore Opportunities. Microgeneration Futures. Energy efficiency - save and prosper. Access to Capital. Making innovation work. South West Community Wind Clusters. Large scale low-carbon development - from inception to delivery. Booking details

External event: Power Up Your Exports

Power Up Your Exports - this is the first in a series of events being held in association with UK Trade & Investment. Each event will outline the opportunities overseas for your business in the renewables industry and give you exclusive access to a report on the market worth £2,000. As part of the day you will be able to talk to the author of the report on a one to one basis as well as a number of other partners including the Enterprise Europe Network and international specialists from Lloyds Bank. Book now to find out more about Turkey on 18th November in Exeter and Italy on 25th November in Bristol. Each event costs £150 but a discount of £50 applies if you book both at the same time. Coming soon - The Nordics, Austrialia and the USA. The events are at the Thistle Hotel in Exeter http://www.thistle.com/en/hotels/united_kingdom/exeter/the_rougemont_hotel/location/index.html on 18th November 2009 and the Ramada in Bristol http://www.ramadajarvis.co.uk/hotels/bristol.aspx on 25th November Booking details

External event: Green Strategy London

Unlocking your green agenda. Creating support and implementing change. Booking details

External event: Power up your exports - Italy

Power Up Your Exports - the second in a series of events being held in association with UK Trade & Investment. Each event will outline the opportunities overseas for your business in the renewables industry and give you exclusive access to a report on the market worth £2,000. As part of the day you will be able to talk to the author of the report on a one to one basis as well as a number of other partners including the Enterprise Europe Network and international specialists from Lloyds Bank. Book now to find out more about Turkey on 18th November in Exeter and Italy on 25th November in Bristol. Each event costs £150 but a discount of £50 applies if you book both at the same time. Coming soon - The Nordics, Austrialia and the USA. The events are at the Thistle Hotel in Exeter http://www.thistle.com/en/hotels/united_kingdom/exeter/the_rougemont_hotel/location/index.html on 18th November 2009 and the Ramada in Bristol http://www.ramadajarvis.co.uk/hotels/bristol.aspx on 25th November 2009 Booking details

External event: Hargould EcoShowcase Milton Keynes - Sustainable building product exhibition Thursday 26th November 2009, Ballroom Suite, Stadium Way West, Milton Keynes, MK1 1ST, 11.00 - 15.00

For nearly 30 years Hargould has provided construction professionals and product manufacturers with a unique opportunity to meet and discuss the latest product innovations and key industry issues, in an environment that is convenient, friendly and conducive to business. New ecoSHOWCASE - Promoting Sustainable Construction Demonstrate - Discover - Debate Our new ecoShowcase feature will provide a forum for the most important issue in building and construction today. Demonstrate See new and innovative ecological and sustainable products at the exhibition. Discover Learn about the latest legislation and sustainable construction guidlines from the leading oraganisations and associations in our CPD seminars. Debate The Hargould ecoSHOWCASE provides a unique forum to discuss these issues with the leading product suppliers, industry associations and fellow construction professionals Booking details

RSW event: Introduction to Sustainability CPD accredited training 10:30 to 14:00

This new half-day workshop will: • Demystify sustainability and provide you with a good understanding of the topic. • Include a hands-on opportunity to undertake a basic sustainability appraisal of a project, strategy or decision-making process relevant to you. • Provide a relaxed and supportive environment in which to explore sustainability issues and network with peers and sustainability practitioners. Booking details