University of Wolverhampton hosts Net Zero and Green Technology (NZGT) Conference

The University of Wolverhampton hosted the Net Zero and Green Technology Conference (NZGT) on Thursday 4 September 2025, bringing together leading voices in sustainability, innovation, and climate action for a dynamic day of discussion, discovery, and collaboration.

Held at the Lady Aruna Building, Springfield Campus, attendees explored the latest advances in green technology, from renewable energy and sustainable fuels to smart cities and circular economy solutions.

Organised in collaboration with Mercia Green Solutions, the Black Country Chamber of Commerce, Oxin Company, and Ecobrain, the event was led by Dr Tohid Borhani of the University of Wolverhampton. Committee members included Mr Jamie Fereday, Kevin Kent, Jane Stevenson, Richard Hobbs, Gail Arnold, Helen Fortune, and Marco Longhi.

Dr Tohid Borhani, conference chair and expert in sustainable engineering, said:

“The NZGT Conference is a platform for bold ideas and practical solutions. As we face the urgent challenge of climate change, this event brought together academia, industry, and policy to accelerate our journey to net zero. We are proud to have hosted this conversation in Wolverhampton, where innovation and impact go hand in hand.”

The conference featured keynote speakers, panel sessions, and a guided tour of the National Brownfield Institute (NBI) labs, offering a behind-the-scenes look at cutting-edge research in sustainable construction and remediation.

The event also featured a two-hour poster session, giving attendees the opportunity to present their research and work. The three best submissions received £100 each. The winners included:

• Samaneh Gholami, Lancaster University. Hydrogen storage by bio-based molecules
• Fayez Rashid Qureshi, Cranfield University (Pictured to the right). Photo Electrochemical Swing Carbon Capture and Removal
• Maryam Awode, University of Nottingham. Chemical Looping Gasification of Biomass: A Pathway to Efficient Syngas Production