Greener Thinking for SMEs: From Awareness to Action

Tue Sep 23 2025 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm UTC+01:00

Room G20 - Oldham College Business Centre | Oldham

Ethan Hackett
Publisher/HostEthan Hackett
Greener Thinking for SMEs: From Awareness to Action
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A free hands-on workshop to cut costs, go green & take action
About this Event

About the Event

Whether you're a business owner keen to boost your sustainability credentials or a manager looking to lead change in your organisation, this hands-on workshop is designed to help you take your first (or next) practical steps toward becoming a greener SME.

Hosted at the Business Innovation Hub at Oldham College, this two-hour event will help you explore how sustainability can benefit both the environment and your bottom line, through innovation, resource efficiency, and available support.

You’ll hear from specialist, use live digital tools to assess your business, and connect with others on the same journey.


What to Expect

This is an interactive session – please bring a device so you can fully participate in the live tools and resources.


Who Should Attend?

  • SME owners, founders, or directors
  • Operations or sustainability leads
  • Any business professionals curious about starting their sustainability journey

Why Attend?

  • Discover how going green can reduce costs and drive innovation
  • Get hands-on with tools that give real insights into your business
  • Hear from a peer who’s successfully made changes
  • Leave with a clear, actionable plan
  • Access ongoing support and funding advice

Refreshments provided

Register today to secure your spot.


Agenda
Welcome & Introduction


Info: An introduction to the Business Innovation Hub and the innovation support available through Oldham College.


Support from the Green Economy


Info: An overview of the free and funded support available to help you cut costs, reduce emissions, and access green grants.


Hands-On Tools: Assess Your Impact & Opportunity


Info: Guided activities using practical online tools:
Carbon Calculator – Estimate your current footprint and identify quick wins


Case Study: Greener Business in Action


Info: Hear directly from a local Oldham based business about how they’ve implemented sustainable changes and accessed grant funding to support their journey.


Peer Discussion: Planning Your Next Steps


Info: Informal discussion to share insights, challenges and commit to one action post-event.


Networking + Close

Info: An open space to ask questions, connect with peers, and speak with advisors 1:1.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Room G20 - Oldham College Business Centre, Alderson Street, Oldham, United Kingdom

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