Our Roadmap to 2030
27 Apr 2026
Comment: The People’s Emergency Briefing – A Shock to the System
Having worked in the sustainability sector for almost 30 years it takes a lot to shock me. But the People’s…
General News / SWM News
22 Apr 2026
Aston University starts work on new Carbon Neutral Energy Centre
Aston University has started work on the first project in their 2025-30 Climate Action & Carbon Management Plan in the form of their new Carbon Neutral Energy Centre.
General News / Member News
8 Apr 2026
New Birmingham Device Bank Launched to Tackle Device Poverty
BVSC and ReCogniton Circular isn partnership are announcing a new initiative aimed ending device poverty across Birmingham has launched. Helping…
General News / Member News
26 Mar 2026
Cyber Clinic: A Drop-In Session to Explore Your Cyber Challenges
Join our Cyber Clinic for an informal, drop-in session where you can discuss your cyber challenges and get practical guidance on protecting yourself and your business. Whether you’re concerned about security risks, data protection, or online threats, this session offers expert advice and actionable tips to help you stay safe in today’s connected world.
General News
24 Mar 2026
City Nature Challenge 2026: Join the World’s Largest Bioblitz
From April 24th-27th, Birmingham and the Black Country will be taking part in the 2026 City Nature Challenge – a fun, free,…
General News
18 Mar 2026
Save money on energy bills with Solihull’s returning solar scheme
A popular scheme that helps people save money on their energy bills while reducing carbon emissions is returning to Solihull.…
General News
26 Feb 2026
Comment: The Warm Homes Plan – A New Direction
Last month, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero released the much awaited Warm Homes Plan. Dr Beck Collins…
General News
25 Feb 2026
Mayor warns climate inaction could cost West Midlands £600m a year
The Mayor of the West Midlands has warned that failing to act on climate change could cost the region more…
General News
28 Jan 2026
Celebrating 10 years as CEO, Anna Bright
I am hugely privileged to have been in the position of CEO at Sustainability West Midlands for 10 years, a role…
General News
14 Jan 2026
Will the new Environmental Improvement Plan be enough to restore nature?
After a fifteen month delay, the government’s new Environmental Improvement Plan had been published. Shaped by a rapid review, the…
General News
18 Dec 2025
SWM members take the lead in WM smart energy!
The WM Smart Energy Cluster provides support and coordination for the region’s smart energy businesses, and SWM members are leading…
General News / Member News
10 Dec 2025
West Midlands Combined Authority are recruiting for a new Air Quality Lead
West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) are recruiting a passionate Air Quality Lead: Apply by the 18th of January, 2026 WMCA’s…
General News / Member News
8 Dec 2025
Training Needs for Transformational Climate Adaptation
The Maximising UK Adaptation to Climate Change (MACC) Hub has launched a new survey to map the current landscape of…
General News / SWM News
17 Nov 2025
Book climate-friendly catering or a festive hamper and do more good for the Birmingham community today.
SWM member ChangeKitchen CIC have new Festive menu options for climate-friendly catering for your seasonal event, and a Festive Hamper…
General News / Member News
30 Oct 2025
Young People Climate Fund open soon for applications
Save the Children UK's Young People Climate Fund is open for applications from 10 - 30 November 2025.
General News
29 Oct 2025
Whistle PR lead Fort Dunlop Tenants Group, united for a greener future
Tenants at Birmingham’s landmark Fort Dunlop building are showing that meaningful sustainability progress happens faster when businesses unite around a…
General News / Member News
28 Oct 2025
Made Smarter Innovation CR&D Competitions
Made Smarter Innovation funding opportunity to help manufacturers save money using digital solutions. Innovate UK has just opened the Made…
General News
26 Sep 2025
Job Opportunity – Senior Connections Manager (Mat Cover)
Hemiko are recruiting for a Senior Connections Manager to lead on a portfolio of heat network projects in development and…
General News
23 Sep 2025
Special Offer for SWM Members on Wylde Connections’ ESG Compliance-Ready Toolkit
SMEs are now expected to provide ESG data to win contracts, tenders, and PQQs. Wylde Connections have created a limited-time…
General News / Member News
12 Sep 2025
Renewable Energy Support from Amazon
SWM Member AMW Renewables is working with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help businesses with large roofs benefit from solar…
General News / Member News
5 Sep 2025
Maximising UK Adaptation to Climate Change (MACC) Hub: Policy Response Unit call for applications
The MACC Hub is advertising for a short-term research contract as part of its Policy Response Unit, that aims to…
General News
18 Aug 2025
Women Entrepreneurs Pitch Competition
The Women Entrepreneurs Pitch Competition aims to promote high potential women led businesses in the region and create a platform…
General News
18 Aug 2025
Communicating Sustainability Pilot Project
Indigo have developed a programme called ‘Communicating Sustainability’, funded by Arts Council England, to tackle some of the key sustainability…
General News
18 Aug 2025
Actions to jointly address climate change and biodiversity loss in England
This report from DESNZ and Defra highlights how the UK Government is delivering its key commitments on climate and nature…
General News