Skills for a Net Zero World: Unlock New Business Opportunities

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Wednesday, 4th of November 2026
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: West Lothian College, Almondvale Crescent, Livingston, EH54 7EP

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? Does your workforce have the skills that your business needs to compete?

This 2 hour in-person workshop, held at West Lothian 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. 

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:

• 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

• Sam Walker, Consultant, Action Sustainability
  Nicola Jackson M.Arch, ARB, Group Net Zero Projects Lead, Robertson Group
• Karlene Doherty, Senior Project Manager, Scottish Water
• Jonny Krzyzosiak, Senior Principle Consultant, Mott Macdonald

Click below to learn more and book your space!