Industry experts to speak on sustainable transport

Sustainable transport is the subject of a network event later this month organised by Bright Green Business.

Industry experts will speak on issues including reducing carbon footprint and employers incentives for cyclists.

The two-hour event at Midlothian Innovation Centre, Easter Bush, Roslin EH25 9RE starts at 10.30am on Wednesday, May 17.

Non-members are welcome and Elaine Brown, business development manager for Bright Green Business, said: “This is an ideal opportunity to hear from industry experts in the field of sustainable transport.”

Multi-award winning bus boss Ross Prentice from Haddington will discuss how Prentice Coaches are committed to reducing their carbon footprint.

He will highlight the types of vehicles they buy, their staff training and how their smartcard is helping to cut the amount of paper tickets they produce.

Paul Wright, behaviour change manager from Cycling Scotland, will present on what Cycling Scotland can offer employers as well as their partnership in the Active Travel Internship Programme.

And Gordon Manson, specialist transport advisor from Home Energy Scotland, will provide sustainable transport advice and discuss the services Home Energy Scotland has to offer.