Creating value through Circularity: Exploring the Circular Economy in Staffordshire.

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Creating value through Circularity: Exploring the Circular Economy in Staffordshire. - Staffordshire Business & Environment Network

Join us for an engaging and practical event exploring how Staffordshire businesses are creating value through Circularity — reducing waste, rethinking resources, and unlocking new value hosted by Dave Garner from Nudge Circularity. Hear directly from local organisations who are leading the way...

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• Event Date: 30th September 2026, 09:00am - 12:45pm
• Venue: ENTRUST The Riverway Centre Riverway STAFFORD ST16 3TH
• Organiser: sben

Join us for an engaging and practical event exploring how Staffordshire businesses are creating value through Circularity — reducing waste, rethinking resources, and unlocking new value hosted by Dave Garner from Nudge Circularity.

Hear directly from local organisations who are leading the way with innovative approaches such as reuse schemes, material recovery, and product life extension. Alongside real-world examples, this session will focus on what comes next—how businesses can plan ahead through innovation, collaboration, and practical action.

Whether you’re just starting your sustainability journey or looking to scale your impact, this event will provide inspiration, insights, and connections to help you take the next step.

Agenda (subject to change)​

09:00 – 09:45 | Arrival, Breakfast & Networking

• Registration and informal networking
• Meet fellow Staffordshire businesses and partners

09:45 – 09:50 | Welcome, Introductions & Housekeeping

09:50 – 10:10 | What is the Circular Economy?

(Dave Garner, Nudge Circularity Ltd)

• Introduction to key principles
• Why it matters for businesses now

10:10 – 10:30 | Business Case Study 1: Circular in Practice

(F Ball and Co. Ltd)

• Reducing waste and improving resource efficiency
• Commercial and environmental benefits

10:30 – 10:50 | Business Case Study 2: Innovation & New Value

(Mike Thompson, Blu Sky Technical Ltd)

• Turning waste into opportunity
• Driving growth through circular thinking

10:50 – 11:00 | Break & Networking

• Refreshments and informal discussions

11:00 – 11:20 | Business Case Study 3: Extending Product Life

(Adam Whitehouse, TMT First)

• Repair, reuse and refurbishment approaches
• Practical actions for businesses

11:20 – 11:40 | Circular Economy in Construction & Development

(Dave Garner, Nudge Circularity Ltd)

• Opportunities across sectors
• The role of partnerships and collaboration

11:40 – 12:10 | Interactive Breakout Sessions: Planning Ahead

• How can businesses adopt circular approaches?
• Where are the innovation opportunities?
• How can collaboration accelerate progress?

12:10 – 12:30 | Group Feedback & Key Takeaways

• Sharing insights and identifying next steps

12:40 – 12:45 | Closing Remarks

• Summary and next steps

Secure your place and join the conversation shaping a more circular, resilient Staffordshire economy.