STRATEGIC PARTNERS AND PATRONS


TAB Derby offer proves popular


The special test deal for Chamber members and The Alternative Board, Derby has been extended because of its popularity in its first month. TAB Derby supports


business owners through supportive advisory boards made up of other local company owners, expert one- to-one coaching, and a suite of other business tools. It focuses on the business


leader ‘looking after number one’ so they have the energy to lead their company and do the best for their teams as well as being able to fulfil their personal and company visions. The deal with the Chamber


L-R: Fred Paterson and Neil Horsley


Event shows how electric cars can power business


New technology is enabling electric cars to power businesses and drastically cut energy costs, a University of Derby-sponsored conference has been told. Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology


is just one reason why companies should investigate electric vehicles, delegates at the Ultra-Low Emission Fleet Masterclass heard. They were also told how a


device, called Clear Capture, can demonstrate the financial benefits of turning any car or fleet away from fossil fuels. Cenex is the not-for-profit


organisation behind Clear Capture and its senior technical specialist, Chris Cox, said: “We are seeing clear evidence that many companies would be better off using alternative fuels to achieve


‘We are seeing clear evidence that many companies would be better off using alternative fuels’


both low carbon targets and cost savings at the same time. “Previously, range of electric


vehicles has been a concern but the newer electric vehicles coming onto the market can drive for 300 miles before recharging. Companies are also attracting great interest with new ranges of fully electric and hybrid vans.” Dr Fred Paterson, leader of the


University of Derby and European Regional Development Fund- supported Low Carbon Business


Network, said: “We are now at the stage where turning away from fossil fuels is both ethical and economical. “For a future-fit business, you


need to be profitable and have social and environmental awareness. “The payback is greater profits


but also enhanced reputation because more and more people want to buy from companies with ethical policies. We want to be raising the profile of the benefits while also shifting perception of it being expensive. “It also should be borne in mind


that the Government’s Clean Growth Strategy and Road to Zero policies favour non-fossil fuel vehicles and moving to electric vehicles would help avoid congestion charges and reduce tax bills.”


offers TAB Derby membership for three months at no cost, including a peer advisory board of four hours, monthly business coaching sessions and access to TAB business and development tools. A special event promoting


the sessions and the power of looking after number one was held for Chamber members at the Derby Conference Centre in October. Thereafter, 16 chamber members have joined the sessions and many are looking to become full TAB members. Managing Director Julian


Smith said: “We are delighted by the take-up after the opening taster sessions. Indeed, they have been so successful that, in partnership with the Chamber, we have decided to host taster events on the last Thursday of each month at its Derby office. “This will provide any chamber member a great opportunity to learn more about us and see the sense of making sure that their business and personal visions are in sync.”


THE CHAMBER IS HONOURED BY THE SUPPORT OF ITS STRATEGIC PARTNERS AND PATRONS


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