By the Great Northern Section
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THURSDAY, 3 April 2025 Workshop: 12:30PM - 5PM AGM and Quiz: 6PM - 9PM |
The Old Fire Station, Albert Bentley Place, M5 4NL |
Join us for a workshop in partnership with the University of Salford, where you'll gain valuable insights into the latest sustainability research and funding opportunities. In the evening, continue the conversation over beer, networking, and a fun-filled quiz.
Workshop (12:30PM - 5PM)
Are you a craft or larger brewery looking to invest in more sustainable practices and innovative brewing solutions? Join us for a free-to-attend afternoon workshop in partnership with the University of Salford to explore recent research and funding opportunities that can transform your brewery’s operations. Discover sustainability projects that reuse waste streams and reduce CO₂ emissions, developed with local brewers.
Speakers
- Dr Alejandra Diaz De Rienzo, Lecturer in Biomedicine, University of Salford
- Mike Brown, University of Salford
- Dr Silvia Tedesco, University of Salford
- Prof Ian Goodhead, University of Salford
- Joseph Ince, Marble brewery
- Jack Dixon, Lark Hill Brewery
- Changmin Lee, Cloudwater Brewery
- NERIC Representative
- IBIC Representative
What to expect
- Discover sustainability projects that reuse waste streams and reduce CO₂ emissions, developed with local brewers.
- Learn from the Head Brewers of Marble, Cloudwater, and Lark Hill Breweries as they share how the University of Salford R&D has helped their business and processes.
- Gain expert insights from University of Salford specialists on how they can support craft and larger breweries with gaining access to funding for R&D projects.
- Enjoy a guided tour of Lark Hill Brewery, located on-site (please wear sensible shoes for the brewery tour.)
AGM and Quiz (6PM - 9PM)
After the workshop, stay with us for an evening of networking, beer, and brewing trivia!
We will welcome Beth Eaton as the new Great Northern Section Chair and confirm the committee for the next 12 months. You can view the 2024 AGM Minutes and the 2025 AGM Agenda on the CIBD website. Then, test your knowledge with Quizmaster Graeme Hall, who will challenge us with a mix of general and brewing-related knowledge while we enjoy a light supper and beers from Lark Hill Brewery in their taproom.
How to get there:
Salford Cresent train station is 5 minutes walk away.
Pay and Display car park behind, free after 6pm.
Why you should attend:
- Learn more about existing collaborations with Manchester breweries and drinks producers and how grants may be available for your brewery for future biotechnology projects
- See how the NERIC (North of England Robotics Innovation Centre) may be able to support your business.
- See how MicroJoule Testing may offer laboratory testing and R&D services.
- Have your voice heard - help formalise the Great Northern section members and committee structure.
- Enjoy a social evening, beers, food and a quiz
Tickets: (Tickets for the Workshop and AGM are booked separately)
- Workshop: FREE. Lunch included. Please state any dietary requirements. Click here to register.
- AGM & Quiz: FREE. Supper included. Please state any dietary requirements. Click here to register.
Booking deadline: MONDAY, 31 March 2025