Lean & green conference
January 1st 2009 Energy costs and environmental
legislation are in the top ten issues of
concern for manufacturing customers.
Making changes in these areas can
also have an impact on production
costs – which is the number one issue.
This makes the Manufacturing
Institute's Lean & Green Conference
an ideal vehicle for addressing some of
the challenges faced by our audience
today.
Taking place on 12 March 2009 at
the The Manufacturing Institute,
Salford Quays,Manchester, the event
features a mix of industry sectors such
as aerospace, automotive, food,
process/chemicals. If operational
excellence is your goal then a 'green'
strategy should be a vital part of your
business improvement programme.
Growing customer expectations and
increasing legislation mean businesses
cannot afford to ignore green issues.
Discover the simple and effective ways
your business can make operational
savings and improvements in
productivity by being green – for
added competitive advantage.
Topics include: Achieving
competitive advantage through a low
carbon strategy/how tackling climate
change could create or destroy
company/brand value; The business
opportunities around the green
agenda; Energy procurement; Using
lean principles to become greener;
Energy, water and waste management
and the opportunities for
improvements in productivity,
efficiency and cost savings; Creating a
culture of energy and environmental
awareness and commitment in the
workforce; The WEEE Directive; and
Sustainable procurement.
Gain practical advice and insights
into how you can raise your energy
and environmental performance for
improved profitability and
productivity. Gain knowledge about
the latest Government legislation and
policies and key issues in the
marketplace to prepare your business
for the challenges ahead.
Further information is available at
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