Plymouth Net Zero Expo

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Accelerating Plymouth's businesses towards Net Zero

The Net Zero Expo is Plymouth's only dedicated event for businesses actively working towards a low-carbon future.

Sponsored by BCR Associates and designed to move businesses from intention to action, the event will feature practical tools, expert advice and real-world case studies which focus on equipping you with local, tangible solutions.

Whether you're a business leader, fleet manager, sustainability officer, or decision-maker, this event is your opportunity to explore the tools, partnerships and innovations driving climate action in the South West.

Speaker Programme
During the morning Keynote Session, attendees will hear from leading organisations on key topics shaping the net zero transition, followed by a panel Q&A:

Keynote One: Forecasting the Future: navigating the trade-offs needed when embedding AI in the UK's Weather Service.
Professor Kirstine Dale, Chief AI Officer at the Met Office
As AI adoption accelerates, how do we maximise the benefits while navigating the trade-offs that may be needed. This session explores how the Met Office is using AI to enhance forecasting, build climate resilience and support responsible innovation.

Keynote Two: From car keys to bus seats: one year on, lessons learnt from trialing a greener commute with MoveSmart
James Smith is Head of Social Impact at Babcock International
An overview of MoveSmart, Babcock's innovative shuttle service initiative designed to improve commuting options, reduce emissions, ease parking pressures and enhance the employee experience. The session will explore implementation, benefits, lessons learned, and the social value delivered

Keynote Three: Practical steps to Net Zero from the Factory Floor
Karen Friendship, Managing Director at Aldermans
How can a small manufacturing business cut emissions while remaining competitive? Karen shares Aldermans' practical net zero journey, including measuring carbon, engaging employees, reducing energy use and prioritising actions that delivered a 50% reduction in operational emissions.

Demonstrations & Roundtable Discussion
A programme of live demos and roundtable discussions will run during and after the low-carbon networking lunch, offering hands-on insight into the latest innovations.

The demonstrations will showcase tangible approaches to net zero, including topics such as business decarbonisation strategies, electric vehicle adoption, urban micro-forests, low-carbon finance and innovative heating solutions. These sessions are designed to provide real-world examples, practical learning and actionable ideas that organisations can apply within their own sustainability journeys.

The Expo will also host a roundtable discussion exploring a key challenge facing organisations today: "Business resilience in a climate-impacted world – how do we balance adaptation, continuity and economic performance" Join fellow business leaders, sustainability practitioners and experts to share experiences, discuss challenges and explore practical solutions for building resilient, low-carbon organisations.

Why attend?
Network with other climate-conscious businesses and local leaders
Enjoy a free low-carbon networking lunch with exhibitors and attendees
Experience live demos of climate tech and low-carbon solutions
Learn from case studies showcasing successful net zero transitions
Hear from expert speakers on policy, funding and strategy
Access resources to support your organisation's sustainability journey

Who should attend?
This event is tailored for professionals and decision-makers in:
Business leadership and strategy
Fleet and facilities management
Sustainability and environmental roles
HR and organisational development
Economic development and policy