West Midlands firms can find out about the enormous potential of joining a low-carbon supply chain at an event next week.

The event, entitled Growing Green, takes place in West Bromwich on March 18 and aims to open up green opportunities to local firms and is bringing blue-chip exhibitors and expert speakers to the region, including representatives from Rolls Royce, Westinghouse and Mitsubishi.

Sponsor Advantage West Midlands estimates that contracts for the UK’s nuclear, renewable energy, green automotive and low-carbon construction markets are potentially worth over £8 trillion over the next 15 years and the region, with its strong tradition of innovative manufacturing and engineering, is ideally placed to capitalise on these opportunities.

The event will showcase 65 exhibitors operating within the ‘green’ market. There are more than 500 delegates already booked, but some places are still available.

It takes place on March 18 at the Bethel Convention Centre, Kelvin Way, West Bromwich B70 7JW.

To sign up to attend, phone Steve Massey on 0121 569 2105 or email stephen_massey@sandwell.gov.uk