Breakfast briefing for Dearne Valley businesses

The event has been organised by the Dearne Valley Business Forum to help companies identify how they can save money by improving their energy efficiency.

The Dearne Valley Business Forum helps businesses share ideas, address common issues and develop their business. It is run by business and business support organisations.

The forum has invited John Healey MP for Wentworth and Dearne as the keynote speaker and he will outline his aspirations for the future of the area.

A spokeswoman for the event said: “Businesses will also hear about the ambitious and exciting plans to transform the Dearne Valley into the lowest carbon community of its type in the UK by applying innovative and pioneering solutions to address climate change.

“A host of organisations will also be on hand information and advice about free support and grants available to help businesses improve their green credentials.

“This could result in savings of time and money for their organisation, help with accessing new green suppliers and winning new customers, as well as a reduction in carbon emissions.”

Property agents will be available to provide information about sites and premises in the area which may be suitable for those businesses looking to relocate.

The organisations involved include Business Link, CO2 Sense, the Carbon Trust, South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive and Dearne Valley College.

The event, on Friday, June 25, will be held at the Park Inn Hotel, Manvers, from 8am until 10am. 

It is free to attend and open to all businesses in the Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham parts of the Dearne Valley as well as those with an interest in the area.

Businesses can book a place at www.dearnevalleybusinessforum.org.uk/local-dearne-events/dearne-valley-business-breakfast