Powering Staffordshire’s future

Turning energy challenges into growth opportunities

Date: Wednesday 3 December 2025

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Location: The AMRICC Centre, Stone Business Park, Staffordshire, ST15 0SH

Turning Energy Challenges into Growth Opportunities

Join Aston University for a roundtable discussion designed for energy-intensive SMEs. We’ll explore practical strategies to manage rising energy costs, improve operational efficiency, and reinvest savings to drive business growth.

Agenda:

• 9.30am – 10.00am: Arrival and coffee Coffee and light refreshments served on arrival. This time offers an opportunity to meet fellow participants, network, and take part in a group photo before the roundtable begins.
• 10.00am – 11.00am: Roundtable discussion A moderated discussion exploring how energy-intensive businesses in Staffordshire can manage rising energy costs, boost efficiency, and reinvest savings to fuel growth and innovation. 
• 11.00am – 11.30am: BEAS introduction and networking We’ll wrap up with a short introduction to the BEAS support available for SMEs, followed by networking and coffee.

Get in touch

For attendance inquiries, please contact Martin Grant at [m.grant3@aston.ac.uk] or Ashmita Chitlangia at [a.chitlangia@aston.ac.uk] from Aston University.

The Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS) offers free energy assessments and access to match-funded grants of up to £100,000 to help SMEs lower costs, boost efficiency, and reduce carbon emissions.