Case study

SPF2020: University of Cumbria - Eco-innovation Cumbria

25 Feb 2020

An ERDF-funded project, in partnership with the University of Central Lancashire and the Universitry of Lancaster, Eco-innovation Cumbria is a four-year project to help Cumbrian SME improve efficiency, grow capacity and develop new solutions for industry. The project brings together expertise from the University of Cumbria, University of Central Lancashire and Lancaster University.

Eco-innovation Cumbria will help SMEs to: develop a multi-sector network across Cumbria; increase innovation in low carbon technologies; access academic expertise and specialist resource; and develop products or processes which reduce greenhouse gases. The project facilitates academic and student engagement with local businesses working on industry-relevant research projects.