Events

When: Starting 18 March 2025   

Where: Online

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Dumfries and Galloway College has partnered with Think Partnership Ltd to offer a Certificate in Sustainable Business Growth & Leadership. Upon successful completion, participants will earn a CMI Level 5 Certificate in Leadership & Management. They will also gain the essential knowledge and skills to integrate environmental and social responsibility into everyday business practices—key components for long-term financial success and organisational resilience.

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Organisations are tasked with translating their sustainability goals into actionable steps. This course is designed to inspire senior leaders to promote sustainability within their workplaces, while considering the environmental and social impacts of their business decisions—both their own and the broader organisational choices.

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Throughout the course, delegates will complete the following CMI units, applying them to a sustainable project:

 

• 513: Managing Projects to Achieve Results

• 514: Managing Change

• 521: Using Data and Information for Decision Making

 

The CMI units, along with the Sustainable objectives delivered by Think Partnership, will allow delegates to understand the importance and need to embed sustainable principles across organsiations and apply these new learned skills to real world projects.

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Click here to get in touch with Ray or Gavin if you would like details about joining the next course.

When: Thursday 20 Feb 2025   09:30 - 12:30  

Where: South Lanarkshire College

Cost: Free​

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Are you a construction sector business wishing to become part of the approved supply chain of larger contractors?

 

Do you want to…

• Learn what Tier 1 companies are looking for from their supply chain members?

• Discover how accredited Net Zero pathways and operational procedures can assist you?

• Connect with Tier 1 contractors and similar businesses to help get your foot in the door?

   

If the answer is 'yes' to these questions, then this free event is for you!

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We are pleased to be partnered with Hub South West Scotland, South Lanarkshire College and Tier 1 construction companies Morgan Sindall and Morrison Construction helping engage, educate and empower the construction supply chain to innovate and drive sustainability in their business.

Key Speakers:

• Michael Ross: CEO, hub South West Scotland

• Hassan Waheed: Sustainability Lead (Scotland), Turner & Townsend

• Alan Smith: Low Carbon Manager, Morrison Construction

• Gavin Tweedie and Ray Black: Think Partnership

When: Monday 10 Feb 2025   09:30 - 12:30 
Where: Dumfries and Galloway College
Cost: Free​

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Hub South West, in partnership with Think Partnership, local colleges, leading consultancies, and Tier 1 contractors, invites Dumfries & Galloway-based SMEs to an engaging event focused on achieving Net Zero readiness and understanding the evolving sustainability landscape.

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WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Insightful Presentations:
  Hear from industry experts on sustainability policies, legislative requirements, and the technical aspects of tendering for work in the construction sector.

• Interactive Workshop:
  Participate in a facilitated session to explore the barriers and opportunities for becoming tender-ready and building stronger relationships with Tier 1 partners.

• Networking Opportunities:
  Connect with like-minded businesses and key stakeholders committed to sustainable practices.

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KEY SPEAKERS:

• Michael Ross, Chief Executive Director, hub South Scotland Ltd.
  Event facilitator ensuring actionable outcomes.

• Hassan Waheed, Sustainability Lead (Scotland), Turner & Townsend.
  Overview of legislative requirements and sustainability trends.

• Elizabeth Halliday, Head of Responsible Business (Scotland), Morgan Sindall.
  Insights from a major Tier 1 contractor.

• Gavin Tweedie & Ray Black, Think Partnership.
  Interactive workshop leaders.
   

This event is designed to help SMEs navigate the Net Zero journey, align with evolving policies, and understand what Tier 1 contractors need from their supply chain. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn, connect, and position your business for success.

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When: Sunday 20 Jan 2025  

Where: Glasgow Sec

Cost: Free

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Our resident specialist on sustainable procurement and ESG, Joe Arciero takes some time out to share his reflections on the "How Sustainability is shaping the future of supply chains" panel debate at the Scotland Trade Fair Spring and Speciality Food and Drink Show 2025.

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Larger organisations are now required to provide transparency of the carbon emissions in their own supply chains which is having a direct effect on suppliers of all sizes across all sectors.  Legislation and tenders are increasingly requesting evidence of carbon management with along with credible plans to reduce emissions. The panel discussion will cover the barriers and opportunities that businesses are faced with, but more importantly the numerous opportunities that early adopters are able to leverage when embracing Net Zero.