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An Unrivalled Offer - University Renewable Energy Expertise in South West England brochure launched at Renewable Futures Conference.

The Universities of South West England offer an extensive depth and variety of renewable energy expertise through research, teaching and business support activities.

South West England has played a pioneering role in renewable energy development including the oldest commercial wind farm in the UK and the ground-breaking Hot Dry Rocks geothermal energy project. There is strong collaboration between the region's Universities and business in developing the technologies and resources to meet the energy needs of the 21st century.

Accessing the knowledge and expertise within South West England's universities is now even easier thanks to a new brochure outlining the services that Universities can offer to businesses produced in conjunction with RegenSW, the South West renewable energy agency, and launched at the inaugural Renewable Futures Conference in Plymouth on 16th November 2004.

Matthew Spencer, Chief Executive of RegenSW welcomed the brochure - "There are already renewable energy companies who have grown their business using the expertise of South West Universities. It's a quick and easy way to get high calibre input. I'd recommend it to any business that wants to raise its game in this fast growing sector."
More than you might realise

Surprisingly, businesses are often unaware of the wide range of expertise and resources available in Universities. This brochure spells out the advantages of University-business collaboration, highlighting three main areas you can access now.

Access to highly skilled employees

Universities can offer flexible solutions to your workforce requirements through:

- High quality training and CPD Programmes.
- Student and graduate placements to solve particular problems or meet business needs.
- www.gradsouthwest.com - a free web-based recruitment service.

Access to new ideas & technologies

- Tailored research projects and specialist consultancy services.
- Access to sophisticated technologies and resources without the need for major capital expenditure.
- Networking links to keep you up to date with cutting edge developments from across the global industry.

Access to Commercial Opportunities

- Trouble-free technology licenses, patents and Intellectual Property (IP) management.
- Spin-out companies offering new technologies, partnership and investment opportunities.
- University supported incubator units and science parks provide integrated support services and resources for innovative new businesses.
Plug into success.

To find out how Universities in South West England can help your business power the renewable energy sector - click here to download a copy of the University Renewable Energy Expertise in South West England brochure.

For further information about University assistance for businesses in the renewable energy industry and other business sectors contact HERDA-SW.

Information on The Chulmleigh Classroom of the Future acknowledges the role of Client:Education Capital Strategy, Devon County Council. Architects: Devon Property, Devon County Council.
Photography: Mandy Reynolds A.B.I.P.P.
Other images used are courtesy of The University of Plymouth, The University of Exeter, MCT Limited, NEG Micon Rotors, ORECon Ltd., RegenSW and SWRDA.