South West of England
The first in a series of ‘Road to Net Zero Roadshow’ events will start on Monday 14 December 2020 with a specific focus on the South West of England. Maritime UK, its regional cluster organisation in the area, Maritime UK South West and national trade association members will draw together a range of industry presentations to brief key stakeholders on projects relating to maritime decarbonisation specifically in this part of the country.
The event will showcase the world class marine technology on offer in the South West and put the national focus on maritime decarbonisation into a local context and offer a powerful demonstration of existing innovation and future opportunities already taking place across the region.
Agenda
1) Welcome remarks and introduction - Chair: Luke Pollard MP
2) Overview of the maritime decarbonisation agenda, including ten-point plan – Ben Murray, Maritime UK
3) Spotlight on SW projects to decarbonise maritime (5 mins each + Q&A)
- UK's first sea-going electric ferry, Plymouth Boat Trips
- Hydrogen fuel cell applications in Autonomous Vessels, City College Plymouth
- Leisure marine and the shift to electric hybrid power, Sunseeker
- Sustainable Lifesaving – The Next 200 Years, RNLI
- Digitisation to enable Smart Ports and Shipping – University of Plymouth
- Leveraging automotive technology to deliver maritime sustainability – Ken Wittamore (Founder, Triskel Marine)
4) Current funding bids to accelerate SW decarbonisation (5mins each + Q&A)
- £64 Million Floating Offshore Wind Accelerator Strength In Places bid
- Future Oceans Institute
- Aquaculture Innovation Centre
5) How can politicians work together to advance the agenda?
The event is targeted toward Westminster parliamentarians, local government leaders, Whitehall officials and LEP Executives. However, if you have a interest in the event, please do register as an observer.
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