UHI North, West and Hebrides Hosts Knowledge Exchange and Innovation Networking Events in Stornoway and Benbecula
Empowering Local Collaboration and Innovation Across the Outer Hebrides UHI North, West and Hebrides is excited to announce two upcoming Knowledge Exchange and Innovation Networking Events aimed at fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and community organizations in the Outer Hebrides.
These events will provide local businesses, public sector bodies, and third-sector organizations with the opportunity to engage directly with UHI's academic experts, explore funding avenues, and discover resources to drive innovation and development in the region.
The events is in collaboration with the UHI Knowledge Exchange and Islands Centre for Net Zero (INCZ) which is supported by the Islands Deal and Scottish Government funding. The INCZ is a pan-island distributed innovation centre that will support Orkney, Shetland and the Outer Hebrides to become lighthouse communities in the energy transition. The sessions will be coordinated by Joan D’Arcy the ICNZ Research and Development Co-ordinator for UHI North West and Hebrides.
Joan said, “This is a fantastic opportunity for organisations based in the Outer Hebrides to explore the benefits of engaging with academic research. Knowledge Exchange can empower businesses to take on innovation projects by offering them access to resources and expertise that might otherwise be inaccessible or difficult to leverage. If your organization is looking for support to develop a new idea or concept, unlock innovation, and forge exciting collaborations, then come to the Outer Hebrides Knowledge Exchange Networking event this June!”
Event Details:
- Stornoway Event
- Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
- Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: UHI North, West and Hebrides – Stornoway Campus, Lews Castle Grounds, Isle of Lewis
- Book now: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/events/knowledge-exchange-and-innovation-networking-event---stornoway-.html
- Benbecula Event
- Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025
- Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: UHI North, West and Hebrides – Benbecula Campus, Lionacleit, Isle of Benbecula
- Book now: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/events/knowledge-exchange-and-innovation-networking-event---benbecula-.html
Attendees will have the chance to connect with representatives from key UHI Knowledge Exchange groups, the Island Centre for Net Zero, and Climate Hebrides. The events will highlight how knowledge exchange can empower businesses to undertake innovation projects, assist the public sector in accessing academic expertise, and enable third-sector organizations to leverage resources for impactful initiatives.
Delicious refreshments will be provided by Onboard Hebrides at the Stornoway event, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for networking and collaboration.
These events underscore UHI North, West and Hebrides' commitment to driving economic growth and sustainability in rural and island communities through education, research, and partnership.
Contact:
Joan D’Arcy
Email: joan.d'arcy@uhi.ac.uk