(Oldham College) Skills for a Net Zero World: Unlock new business opportunities - Workshop
(Oldham College) Skills for a Net Zero World: Unlock new business opportunities - Workshop
Wednesday, 18 March 2026, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Oldham College) Skills for a Net Zero World: Unlock new business opportunities - Workshop

Join us for this in-person 2 hour workshop at Oldham College exploring the skills needed to deliver Net Zero and low-carbon projects and how these skills can open new business opportunities.

CITB and Oldham College logo

Logos: Oldham Council, Morgan Sindall, Cantec Energy Solutions

The transition to Net Zero and low-carbon construction is creating significant opportunities for Small and Medium sized businesses. Research by NatWest Group (2022) estimates that the Net Zero transition could generate £175 billion in new revenue for small businesses in the UK by 2030. Are you ready to equip your business with the skills, insights, and connections needed to thrive in this changing landscape?  Do your workforce have the skills that your business needs to compete?

About the workshop?

This 2 hour in-person workshop, held at Oldham College has been designed specifically for Small & Medium Businesses to help you understand the current and future skills needed to deliver Net Zero and low-carbon projects — and how these skills can open new business opportunities. 

This workshop will give you: 

  • Direct insights from major contractors, clients, and industry partners on the skills they value in supply chains. 

  • Practical guidance on the capabilities your workforce needs to deliver low-carbon projects successfully. 

  • Opportunities to connect with training providers and support organisations to upskill your teams efficiently. 

  • Clear pathways to growth, helping you future-proof your business and access new revenue streams. 

Who should attend?

This workshop is ideal for small & medium sized business owners, directors, and managers who want to: 

  • Equip their teams with low carbon skills and the skills needed to achieve Net Zero. 

  • Understand how these skills can unlock new contracts and business opportunities. 

  • Stay competitive in a rapidly evolving construction and infrastructure market. 

Workshop topics 

Workshop Topics Include: 

  • Key skills and capabilities for Net Zero and low-carbon delivery. 

  • Insights from clients and contractors on supply chain expectations. 

  • Practical guidance on upskilling and accessing training. 

  • Networking with industry and education partners. 

  • Lessons from local sustainable projects and case studies. 

You will hear from

  • Hattie Webb, Consultant, Action Sustainability
    • Introductions and Net Zero Skills Workshop
  • Kane Greenhough, Senior Sustainability Manager, Morgan Sindall
    • The major contractor perspective on Net Zero Project, client requests and the requirements from the Supply Chain
  • Chris Norburn, Owner, Cantec Energy Solutions (15 mins)
    • The SME’s perspective: Energy efficiency and management - your first steps
    • Drivers for Green Skills & Training Staff
  • Andrew Hunt, Green Energy and Sustainability Manager, Oldham Council
    • High level of Local Area Energy Plan – Oldham’s Plans for Strategic Energy Partnership and Local Supply Chains
    • The scale of the opportunity for the local area
  • Jacob Scott, Sustainability Officer, Oldham College
    • What the college is doing for green skills gap and how it can help you 
    • Apprenticeships and bringing a student with you on your journey

Travel Information

By Car: Parking on-site is limited, but nearby options can be found on the Oldham town centre car parks page. The nearest car parks to campus are:

 By Bus: 

  • Oldham Bus Station: Located just a 6-minute walk from the college, offering an extensive network of bus services. 
  • Bus Routes: The Bee Network operates numerous bus routes that serve the area, with services connecting to Manchester and other surrounding areas. 

By Tram (Metrolink):

  • Westwood Tram Stop: Approximately a 5-minute walk from Oldham College, on the East Didsbury-Rochdale line.
  • Oldham King Street Tram Stop: Also on the East Didsbury-Rochdale line, around a 7-minute walk from the college.

For more detailed bus and tram routes, visit the official Bee Network website or use their associated journey planner. https://tfgm.com/ 

Dietary Requirements

Once registered, please let us know any dietary requirements as soon as possible by completing this short form: Dietary requirements form 

What are the attendance requirements?  

Please arrive promptly and stay for the duration. This means arriving no later than 10 minutes and attending the full session.  Please note, if you fail to meet the attendance requirements, unfortunately you will not be issued a CPD Certificate.  

Register Now.  Spaces are limited, so secure your place today and ensure your business is ready to meet the demands of the Net Zero transition. 

If you have any questions about this session, please contact: Isabel.townend@supplychainschool.co.uk.

By registering for '(Oldham College) Skills for a Net Zero World:  Unlock new business opportunities - Workshop' you acknowledge and agree that your attendee data, including but not limited to your name, contact information, and organisation details, will be shared with Oldham College.  To provide clarity on how your data will be handled, we encourage you to review our privacy policy.

Venue
Oldham College - Business Centre
Alderson Street
Oldham
GB
OL96AQ
Date & time

Wednesday, 18 March 2026, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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