Diversifying your business for the energy economy

This Innovation Masterclass is the fifth is a series which began in June last year.  These events have brought inspirational speakers to Northern Ireland, including world-renowned academic and economist, Dr. Kjell Nordström; business model innovator, Alex Osterwalder; and global business strategist, Rowan Gibson.

Finding areas for growth in the current economic environment can be challenging.  The sustainable energy market is one of the major growth areas for business in Northern Ireland. 

It not only offers your business the opportunity to become more resource efficient, but enables you to grow your operations; reach new customers; develop new products and services; and achieve growth through innovative solutions.

With government targets driving sustainable energy markets and businesses working harder than ever to adapt, diversify and identify the next opportunity, sustainable energy supply chains could present a key area of growth for your business.

This Innovation Masterclass is the ideal starting point for any business, whether already involved in these markets or just keen to find out how you can tap into new business opportunities in this sector.

To set the scene and demonstrate how businesses can make the most of such opportunities, we have two internationally renowned speakers: Tom Delay, CEO of the Carbon Trust, and Tom Whitehouse, CEO of Carbon International, who will discuss:

• how innovation is the key driver for success in these high-growth markets
• an overview of UK low carbon sector and global market drivers
• opportunities for development and growth in the sustainable energy markets
• how diversification of traditional business models and industries can yield significant benefits and rewards
• how government support and funding for research and development activities can help you capitalise on such new business opportunities.