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This month the East Riding of Yorkshire Council #LiveLabs2 project on decarbonising street lighting is featured in the Environment Journal with a comment piece by Karl Rourke. You can find it here 👇 https://lnkd.in/e52tjJ3j Live Labs 2 is a £30m three-year, UK-wide programme, developed by ADEPT and funded by the Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom, that aims to decarbonise the local highway network.

Join us at the ADEPT Spring Conference 2025 to explore resilience in place Thursday 22nd May 2025 - London We are looking forward to welcoming attendees to the 2025 ADEPT Spring Conference on 22nd May 2025, where a host of key voices across our sector will be discussing: • Economic resilience – strategies to bolster local economies • Environmental resilience – innovations and ideas for a more sustainable future • Human resilience - empowering teams and communities through a strong and diverse workforce Speakers on the day will include Catriona Riddell, Dr Richard Millar, Climate Change Committee, and Rachael Shimmin, Buckinghamshire Council, as well as Lise-Anne Boissiere Local Government Director, MHCLG and Dr Matthew Fright, Senior Researcher, Institute for Government This is a unique opportunity to connect, learn and create positive change. Don’t miss out, book your place here https://lnkd.in/gTgmQ8Ug Want to be a bigger part of the conversation on resilience in place? Become an ADEPT conference sponsor. Only one of our popular sponsorship packages remains. If you are interested in getting involved contact secretariat@adeptnet.org.uk More information on the ADEPT Spring Conference can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gbybTj-2 #ADEPTconference #LocalGov #PlaceLeadership #SpringConference2025

In our latest climate change blog which you can find here https://lnkd.in/eDsMdyqt Hannah Bartram CEO of ADEPT reflects on the recent launch of the 7th Carbon Budget by the Climate Change Committee You can find more information on the ADEPT Climate Change hub here https://lnkd.in/eGJqKuNN #climatechange #localgov #7thcarbonbudget

As it passes the halfway mark, the ADEPT Live Labs 2: Decarbonising Local Roads programme this week marked another successful milestone with its second Expo. Held at Liverpool Hilton on 25th March, the #LiveLabs2Expo event highlighted the programme's achievements in helping to accelerate local highways towards a net zero future. Find out more about how this year’s Expo attracted over 200 attendees, and the results of the pitching sessions by SMEs in the style of ‘Dragons’ Den’: https://lnkd.in/ebF2G-pz Missed out on the #LiveLabs2 Expo this year? Don't worry, we will be hosting a Mini Expo online on 30th of April featuring essential updates and information from the event. Find out more and register to attend https://lnkd.in/ejN7nFY6 As always, a huge thank you to our incredible Expo sponsors AtkinsRéalis, Huyton Asphalt Ltd, Brightly Software, COLAS Ltd and Multevo Live Labs 2 is a £30m three-year, UK-wide programme, developed by ADEPT and funded by the Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom, that aims to decarbonise the local highway network. #LocalGov #decarbonising  #LocalRoads  #Liverpool  #LiveLabs2Expo  #LiveLabs 

Sponsorship Opportunities for ADEPT Spring Conference 2025! Elevate your visibility and be part of the conversation on resilient place leadership by becoming a sponsor at our ADEPT Spring Conference and President’s Awards. Only a few opportunities remain to: • Showcase your brand by engaging with industry leaders & decision-makers. • Network and build lasting relationships within the ADEPT community. • Contribute by supporting initiatives focused on resilience & innovation in place leadership. Secure your sponsorship before the conference booking deadline on 7th May 2025. Find out more by emailing: secretariat@adeptnet.org.uk Join our valued sponsors and be a bigger part of the conversation on resilience in place.  AtkinsRéalis EMED Group Kier Group Multevo Re-Gen M Group Brightly Software Local Partnerships LLP Jacobs Ringway Arcadis #ADEPTconference #LocalGov #PlaceLeadership #SpringConference2025

In response to the Spring Statement delivered to Parliament, Ann Carruthers, President of ADEPT, said: "The Spring Statement delivered by the Chancellor today recognises the complex and challenging environment our country finds itself in. Times are indeed uncertain, and the global landscape has demanded a response acknowledging the need for increased spending in areas including defence. “These are urgent requirements which need clear and decisive action because of their immediacy. “But what must also be acknowledged is that in the not-too-distant future, other challenges including those concerning our ageing highways infrastructure, climate change adaptation, housing delivery, planning and waste management will, in their turn, also become immediate, non-negotiable issues requiring urgent spending and action. “It is the desire of ADEPT and its members that these issues be addressed now with effective, long term and comprehensive solutions, many of which are the result of research and expertise originating from our organisation and its partnerships. “While we welcome spending to support industry and job creation in areas across the country including Barrow, more must be done to help local government support local communities. “The reality we face is that the essential services people rely on every day are being pushed to breaking point. We expected more time and attention to be given to these concerns in this Spring Statement. “Place-based services – from roads to waste collection, housing and green spaces – are integral to supporting healthier, more sustainable communities that subsequently deliver the desired growth and prosperity the government has aspirations for. “Yet, without adequate resources, local authorities are simply unable to deliver these critical services. “Although this statement has not answered our pleas for the urgent reforms needed to address local government funding, ADEPT is fully committed to pushing for long term, sustainable solutions for the sector - we are ready to work alongside the government to achieve this. Only with predictable, adequate funding can we ensure the continuation of the essential services that make our places resilient, safe and supportive for everyone.” Find the ADEPT response to the Spring Statement and further information here https://lnkd.in/eVDW3CtU

What an eye-opening and inspiring day at the ADEPT #LiveLabs2Expo event here in #Liverpool. We heard from all the Live Labs 2 teams and had wide-ranging updates on research, progress and next steps for the third and final year for each of the projects.    The SME ‘Dragon’s Den’ style pitches were dynamic and engaging and the speakers and panel discussions presented some tough challenges to consider but also amazing ambitions and potential for the future decarbonisation of highways - as long as we keep this vital conversation open and moving forwards. Thank you to each and every person who came along today to discuss, debate, share ideas and be part of this essential dialogue. We hope you’ve taken away new information and inspiration to share with your teams.    We understand the Live Labs 2 initiative to be one of the largest of its kind in the world and the work we saw today is certainly worthy of being world leading. Thank you again to our brilliant Expo 2025 sponsors AtkinsRéalis, Huyton Asphalt Ltd, Brightly Software, Colas Ltd, Multevo, Transoft Solutions Inc., Project Highways Zero presented by Meon, Clearview Intelligence, JCB (Government & Municipalities), Asphalt Group Ltd, VolkerHighways and WJ     Please don’t forget that if you missed the Expo in Liverpool today, we will be hosting an online Mini Expo on 30th of April and you can find out more and sign up here https://lnkd.in/eSWB7twe    Were you at the #LiveLabs2Expo today? Share your highlights and moments with us here and over on @Bluesky @livelabs2.bsky.social     ADEPT Live Labs 2: Decarbonising Local Roads in the UK is a three-year, UK-wide £30 million programme funded by the @Department for Transport that aims to decarbonise the local highway network.    #LocalGov #decarbonising #LocalRoads #Liverpool #LiveLabs2Expo #LiveLabs

Welcome to #Liverpool! The @ADEPT #LiveLabs2Expo 2025 is open for registration (and the all-important tea and coffee pitstop!)    Today is shaping up to be an incredible day of project updates, panel discussions and innovative pitches, all part of the vital conversation on the decarbonisation of UK highways. We’re at The Hilton in fantastic Liverpool and all of the Live Labs 2 projects, including the local team with Liverpool City Council, will be showcasing their achievements and learning so far.    The schedule and structure of today’s event is more dynamic and fluid than last year, with smaller focussed discussion groups, Live Lab learn-ins hosted on each stand and our 'Dragon’s Den' style pitching session for SMEs working in the sector.   Right now, we’re looking forward to our morning speakers Neil Gibson, Giles Perkins, Cllr Liam Robinson, Leader, Liverpool City Council and the keynote address from Lord Patrick McLoughlin, Chair, Transport for the North.    You can find out more about today’s agenda and all the exhibitors at https://lnkd.in/efuqradB     If you are coming along to #LiveLabs2Expo follow us here and on Bluesky Social @livelabs2.bsky.social and share your highlights with us.    ADEPT Live Labs 2: Decarbonising Local Roads in the UK is a three-year, UK-wide £30 million programme funded by the Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom that aims to decarbonise the local highway network.    #LocalGov #decarbonising #LocalRoads #Liverpool #LiveLabs2Expo #LiveLabs   

Less than one day until the launch of the Live Labs 2 Expo 2025 in the beautiful city of #Liverpool! Tomorrow the ADEPT #LiveLabs2Expo event will feature updates on all seven of the #LiveLabs2 projects, networking opportunities, panel discussions and 10 dynamic pitch sessions where SMEs will present their innovations to our panel of sector ‘Dragons’. Celebrating two exceptional years of the Live Labs 2 programme, the 2025 Expo invites key stakeholders to be an essential part of the conversation on the decarbonisation of highways. We’re looking forward to welcoming industry leaders, project teams and partners from across the public and private sectors and academia, all focussed on the sustainable future of highways in the #UK Find out more about how the day will unfold https://lnkd.in/efuqradB Missing out on the Live Labs 2 Expo this year? Don't worry, we will be hosting a Mini Expo online on 30th of April featuring essential updates and information from the event. Find out more and register to attend https://lnkd.in/eSWB7twe As always, a huge thank you to our incredible Expo sponsors AtkinsRéalis, Huyton Asphalt Ltd, Brightly Software, Colas Ltd and Multevo Live Labs 2 is a £30m three-year, UK-wide programme, developed by ADEPT and funded by the Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom, that aims to decarbonise the local highway network. #LocalGov #decarbonising #LocalRoads #Liverpool #LiveLabs2Expo #LiveLabs

This month the Live Labs 2 project update comes from Joseph Webster, Carbon Reduction Project Co-ordinator with the TfWM Live Labs 2 team: https://lnkd.in/egH9fGmc Live Labs 2 is a £30m three-year, UK-wide programme, developed by ADEPT and funded by the Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom, that aims to decarbonise the local highway network. You can read all of the Live Labs 2 blog posts here: https://lnkd.in/eFTpUaJb #LiveLabs2 #NetZero #decarbonisation #highways