The West of England’s political leaders should continue with their plans for an “ambitious and green” mass transit system to help the region fulfil its economic potential, according to its largest business group. Business West, which runs the region’s chambers of commerce, said an efficient transport system was essential for business success as well...
Bath Spa University’s ambition to become a leading centre for sustainable fashion has come a step closer following the appointment of a new professor. The arrival of Tamara Cincik as Professor of Fashion and Sustainability also means Bath Spa will work in partnership with Fashion Roundtable, the UK’s only think tank for the fashion...
Profits surged at Good Energy, the 100% renewable electricity supplier and power provider, during the first half of this year as it maintained its transition into an energy services business. But the Chippenham-headquartered group warned this strong performance will be partly offset in the second half of this year by lagging commodity costs and...
A scheme to support fast-growing firms launched by globally acclaimed business incubator SETsquared is set to contribute around £1.3bn to UK economy, according to new research. University of Bath-supported SETsquared’s Scale-Up Programme, which began in 2018, supports innovative, expanding businesses to raise public and private investment to collaborate on research and development (R&D). More...
Can solar give you energy security? If so, how much does it cost, how can you finance it and what return on investment might you expect? These and other questions are on the agenda at a free webinar on Tuesday 3 October when Bristol-based Solarsense will bring together industry experts for a live panel...
A podcast and YouTube show launched just over a year ago by purpose-driven comms consultancy Second Mountain has signed up its first corporate partner to expand its global reach and impact. Good Journeys with Second Mountain, which shares inspiring stories and lessons learned from all walks of life, is being backed by professional leadership development business Resilient...
Bath Spa University was today named as the University of the Year for Social Inclusion by The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024 while the University of Bath has maintained its place at No 8 in the publication’s prestigious league table. Bath Spa’s accolade recognises its commitment to empowering students from all backgrounds with the opportunity to study and...
Bath Business Conference returns later this month after last year’s success, with organisers Bath BID expanding it into a day-long event with inspiring workshops and networking opportunities. 2022’s conference was attended by nearly 200 local businesses, who came together to raise pressing issues facing their operations. Taking place on 29 September at the Apex...
What are the commercial finance options for solar PV and is it worth the investment? Join an independent panel of experts at this live webinar on Tuesday 3 October and get all your questions answered. Solar PV is leapfrogging ahead of other energy sources across Europe and taking an ever-increasing share of energy generation...
Volunteers from 100% renewable energy firm Good Energy swapped the office for the outdoors to help with a canal restoration scheme, including creating a new woodland and wildflower meadow. The staff from the Chippenham-headquartered firm got stuck in on a section of the Wilts & Berks Canal near the town to support the ongoing...
