December 05, 2024

24: Cutting Costs and Growing Profits through Circular Economy

18 minutes

In this episode, The Green Business Podcast explores how the circular economy can help businesses cut costs and boost profits. Host Jonathan Howl, Energy Advisor for the Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme, is joined by James Woodcock, Senior Project Manager at International Synergies, to discuss innovative ways to transform waste into valuable resources.

Key discussion points include:

What is industrial symbiosis? The circular economy in action for businesses.

Practical case studies: How a West Midlands SME turned a £32,000 cost into a £5,000 revenue stream.

Free support programmes: CEBS for SMEs in Birmingham and Solihull, and the West Midlands Resource Reuse Network for businesses of all sizes.

Environmental and economic benefits: Cost savings, carbon reductions, and improved sustainability credentials.

Future trends: The growing role of legislation, collaboration, and technology in advancing the circular economy.

Podcast host: Jonathan Howl, Energy Advisor, Coventry City Council

Guest speaker: James Woodcock, Senior Project Manager at International Synergies

Podcast producer: Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Manager, Coventry City Council

To access support from James and his team please contact them at:

[email protected]

Useful links:

Learn more about the DNZ Programme

Become a member of the Green Business Network (Free membership)

International synergies website

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If you have any questions or suggestions for the Green Business Podcast, please contact the podcast producer, Maria Covlea, at [email protected]

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