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Browse through our collection of news, perspectives and webinars to gain a deeper understanding of the Innovate UK Business Connect culture and sector intelligence.

Preparing for heat network regulations: key considerations for local authorities
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Preparing for heat network regulations: key considerations for local authorities

This insight, developed under Innovate UK’s Net Zero Living programme in partnership with the Carbon Trust, outlines key considerations to support local authorities across the UK in preparing for heat network regulations.

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Understanding local authority roles in heat network development
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Understanding local authority roles in heat network development

This insight, developed under Innovate UK’s Net Zero Living programme in partnership with the Carbon Trust, provides early insights and recommendations to support local authorities across the UK in preparing for a changing heat network delivery landscape.

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The 2026/2027 Work Programmes for Horizon Europe are now published
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The 2026/2027 Work Programmes for Horizon Europe are now published

The European Commission has invested over €14 billion for the 2026/2027 Work Programmes, taking us into the next year of funding calls available for innovative organisations to apply for and shape up research and innovation opportunities for the future.

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Innovate UK Talent & Skills Connect Webinar Series
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Innovate UK Talent & Skills Connect Webinar Series

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Innovate UK ISP57 - NDT/NDE Technologies in a Digital Age
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12/02/2026 Manchester

Innovate UK ISP57 - NDT/NDE Technologies in a Digital Age

Join us for the 57th Innovate UK Intelligent Sensing Programme (ISP57), a one-day event dedicated to advancing Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) technologies.
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Recycling agricultural plastics: Innovations and opportunities for UK farmers and growers
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03/02/2026 Newport, Wales

Recycling agricultural plastics: Innovations and opportunities for UK farmers and growers

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Investor Forum for Professional and Business Services
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24/02/2026 London

Investor Forum for Professional and Business Services

The UK Investor Forum for Professional and Business Services (PBS) will bring together investors, corporate ventures, and public funders to explore how strategic capital can accelerate innovation and productivity in this sector.
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BridgeAI Annual Showcase 2026
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09/03/2026 London

BridgeAI Annual Showcase 2026

Join us at the third exclusive BridgeAI Annual Showcase in London to discover firsthand how AI has been transforming the UK’s key growth industries. Network with industry leaders, explore real success stories and gain invaluable insights into the latest AI initiatives.
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Ensuring local people shape place-based innovation
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Ensuring local people shape place-based innovation

Learn how the Net Zero Living programme has been helping local authorities engage their local residents, communities and business, and co-design innovations that reflect their needs.

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How to support community energy in your local authority area
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How to support community energy in your local authority area

This Process guidance and background information pack, developed under Innovate UK’s Net Zero Living programme in partnership with the Carbon Trust, outlines a comprehensive approach for local authorities who want to understand and explore opportunities for community energy projects.

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