26: From Tradition to Sustainability: Decarbonising a Legacy Business

Green Business Podcast

In this episode of The Green Business Podcast, host Jonathan Howl, Energy Advisor for the Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme, dives into a compelling case study with Alex Patrick-Smith, the Managing Director of Hinton, Perry, and David Hill. This historic manufacturing business, operating since 1805, shares its journey of embracing energy efficiency and sustainability while maintaining its legacy of producing durable, long-lasting products.
Discover the unique challenges of decarbonising a high-energy industry, the benefits of engaging with the Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme, and actionable insights from energy audits and innovative upgrades. From improving kiln efficiency to exploring solar panels and carbon capture, Alex discusses the company's roadmap to achieving net zero by 2050.
Key Highlights:

• How a 200-year-old company modernised to meet decarbonisation goals.
• The role of energy audits in identifying inefficiencies.
• Leveraging grants and funding to kickstart sustainability projects.
• Exploring cutting-edge solutions like heat recovery, fuel switching, and carbon capture.

Podcast host: Jonathan Howl, Energy Advisor, Coventry City Council
Guest speaker: Alex Patrick-Smith, Executive Chairman, Hinton Perry & Davenhill Ltd.
Podcast producer: Maria Covlea, Marketing and Events Manager, Coventry City Council
Useful links:

• Register for an energy audit (West Midlands Businesses)
• Register for an energy audit (Warwickshire Businesses)
• Learn more about the DNZ Programme
• Become a member of the Green Business Network (Free membership)
• Dreadnought-tiles website
• Hinton Perry & Davenhill Ltd Energy Audit Case Study
• Podcast feedback form

If you have any questions or suggestions for the Green Business Podcast, please contact the podcast producer, Maria Covlea, at [e-mail]