Bristol is to stage a major international environmental trade show later this year, organised by regional trade body Low Carbon South West.
It is expected to attract strong international interest and will underline the growing reputation of the city as a world-class centre of excellence for sustainability.
The show, on Wednesday, October 12, will include a technology demonstrator area and themed zones including sustainable transport, international trade and renewable energy.
Alan Bailey, chairman of Low Carbon South West, said: “ETS UK is of vital importance to the UK, especially since the coalition government has now agreed to legally binding carbon emissions cuts. The trade show will enable the UK to remain a leading provider of low carbon goods and services worldwide. The trade show and conference will become the place to do green business and I am sure it will be a leading annual event for the business calendar.”
Low Carbon South West links businesses, academia, investors, local authorities, regional and national agencies promoting the growth of the environmental technologies and services sector in the region.
Jonathan Porritt, founder director of Forum for the Future, a non-profit organisation with a mission to promote sustainable development, added: “The South West is well established as a leader in the low carbon sector. From its abundant natural resources, to the innovative work of its universities and the drive and experience of its business sector, the region is brilliantly positioned to stand at the forefront of the emerging low carbon revolution, not only within the UK but worldwide.
“This trade show is exactly the kind of event we need to showcase the technologies and opportunities for this region, and Forum for the Future is delighted to support such a forward-thinking initiative.”
A gala dinner will take place the evening prior to the event, on Wednesday, October 12. For further information about ETS UK, contact Amy Robinson at Low Carbon South West on 0117 945 8730.
