20 Feb 2024
New Biodiversity Net Gain Legislation
The introduction of biodiversity net gain, on 12 February 2024, will see the biggest change to planning regulations in decades.…
General News
15 Feb 2024
SWM summer placement opportunity – Volunteer Communications Officer
Apply for this exciting role by 17:00 on Friday 12 April 2024. Reports to: Stakeholder & Engagement OfficerLocation: Hybrid –…
SWM News
8 Feb 2024
Receive support from the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub
The Smart Manufacturing Data Hub (SMDH) supports small and medium-sized manufacturers to become more competitive by harnessing the power of…
General News
7 Feb 2024
‘The Agrivator’ Accelerator Programme
Agrivator is a world-class accelerator programme for purpose-driven, environmental ‘impact’ businesses based in the UK. This is a call for…
General News
6 Feb 2024
Take Part in a Survey by The Midlands Engine
The Midlands Engine have created a survey aimed at businesses, to investigate the potential for a regional ‘Green Bond’. The…
General News
19 Jan 2024
Comment: Ten years at SWM
Apparently, it's unusual for a young(ish) person to stay at the same organisation for ten years these days. This post explains why I have.
SWM News
18 Jan 2024
Applications are now open for the Medilink Midlands’ Business Awards 2024
Applications are now open for the Medilink Midlands’ Business Awards, which will once again celebrate the work and achievements of…
Member News
17 Jan 2024
West Midlands International Strategy (WMIS) Consultation is now live
The consultation on the WM International Strategy is now open until 06.02.24. This is your chance to share your insights,…
Member News
13 Dec 2023
Manufacturing: Why Power Resilience is Key
Powerstar have published their latest White Paper on “Manufacturing and Power resilience”. It discusses how new technologies and solutions present…
Member News
12 Dec 2023
WMCA Courses – Insulation Installer Skills Bootcamps
Midlands-based Unyte Academy, from The Unyte Group, in collaboration with the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), are thrilled to introduce…
Member News
12 Dec 2023
Wylde Connection’s Essential Guide to Achieving Net Zero
Your Essential Guide to Achieving Net Zero. Businesses like yours are at the forefront of driving meaningful change. Your role…
Member News
4 Dec 2023
Empowering Change: The Role of Carbon Literacy in Building a Sustainable Future
Today is Carbon Literacy Action Day, the world’s largest climate education-and-action training event. Timed to coincide with COP28, it aims…
Member News / SWM News
24 Nov 2023
Comment: Nature is our Greatest Ally
We need to be protecting nature now more than ever. The latest ‘State of Nature Report’ shows that the UK…
SWM News
23 Nov 2023
Free efficiency trials available with Window Insulation Ltd
SWM members Window Insulation Ltd are looking for non-domestic buildings to pilot some of their products. The products to be…
Member News
8 Nov 2023
Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme
The Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme will help businesses to reduce their energy consumption and to access funding to support this…
Member News
5 Oct 2023
LINKEDME – Innovations in Construction Material Reuse
LINK consortium have successfully developed the first phase of ground breaking technology. The LINK Consortium, led by Nazir Associates, brings…
Member News
5 Oct 2023
The Roadmap to Sustainability in FM
Andrew Pollard, Chair of Sustainability West Midlands, was interviewed by myfm earlier this year. Andrew joined the Board of SWM…
SWM News
28 Sep 2023
STEAMhouse Sustainability Needs Research
STEAMhouse want to understand the Sustainability needs of businesses and organisations across the region, so that they can support and…
General News
27 Sep 2023
SWM are searching for a new Young Director – apply by 27.10.23
Are you passionate about changing the way people think and act so that we can build a better future for…
SWM News
26 Sep 2023
Communications Volunteer Role at A Good Thing CIC
A Good Thing CIC are looking for communication volunteers to help grow their new online charity platform. Businesses are generating…
Member News
20 Sep 2023
Thrive at Work Awards
Workplace Wellbeing Award – the health and wellbeing commitment for employers Coventry City Council, in partnership with the West Midlands…
Member News
19 Sep 2023
New Water, Wastewater and Ancillary Services Framework Awarded to Wave Utilities
WME are delighted to have awarded their latest Water, Wastewater and Ancillary Services framework to Wave Utilities. The new framework…
Member News
18 Sep 2023
New WME Electricity Framework Awarded to nPower Business Solutions
WME are delighted to have awarded their latest flexible electricity framework, which has been awarded to nPower Business Solutions, covering…
Member News
23 Aug 2023
SWM are recruiting for an Events & Partnerships Officer – Apply by 15/09/23
Apply for this exciting role by 17:00 on Friday 15 September 2023. Sustainability West Midlands (SWM) was established in 2002 as…
SWM News