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Climate Change Conference attended by local businesses (15th September 2011)

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 13:35:00 GMT

 Industry leaders, local councils, county councils, trusts and interested parties convened in the University’s Portland Building to show their commitment to the climate change agenda.

This inaugural meeting was spearheaded by the University’s Environment Network (UPEN). With over 140 people in attendance from the academic sector, industry and support services,
the conference was a great success as it highlighted the ability of local organisations, working in partnership to develop ideas to help reduce the impact of climate change in the region.

More than 75 businesses engaged in the conference. Members will now focus on taking forward the ideas tabled at the conference and developing effective proposals. If you would
like to be involved please email david.hutchinson@port.ac.uk.