British Expertise International

We are delighted to continue supporting the members of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office's SME Advisory Forum to engage with the wider #SME community. This will be our second meeting, led by Charles Duff, Managing Director and Vice President at Alinea International, and Sue Griffiths, Managing Director at Social Development Direct. For more information and to register for this event, click the following link: https://lnkd.in/gGA9xw7e

BEI’s Climate Change programme explores in detail the challenges that are facing governments and organisations as a result of #ClimateChange by engaging with key representatives, international financial institutions, regional development banks, and multilateral agencies. Check out some of our upcoming #ClimateEvents: 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬 (Webinar) This session will explore some of the innovative approaches and partnerships related to biodiversity credits. Our panel will showcase successful collaborations between public and private entities in regions where biodiversity is particularly vulnerable. Our speakers include: Sundar Bharadwaj, CEO & Co-Founder at TERRAGRN; Felicity Spors, Senior Director of Sustainable Finance and Innovation at Gold Standard; and Rabih El Fadel, CEO at PHYLA.earth. 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 (In-person) Join us for an evening of thought-provoking conversation, potential new partnerships and the chance to meet with members of our Climate Change Working Group. Our keynote speaker this time is Dr. Marcela Tarazona, Partner of the Climate Finance and Economics practice at Genesis Analytics. Marcela will reflect on how the conversation on Just Transition has progressed over the course of her career and her hopes for the future. 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (Webinar) International development organisations are actively supporting innovations in insurance to enhance climate adaptation. Our panel will discuss how some of these mechanisms are enabling investment in climate resilience while bringing co-benefits and positive social outcomes. Our speakers include Colin McQuistan, Head of Climate & Resilience at Practical Action, and Jack Watt, Climate and Sustainability at Marsh. For more information and to register for these events, please see our events page ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eNzAiZn

Fairfax county, with its proximity to Washington DC, is a hub for companies in #Defence, National and Cyber Security, #Space, #AI, #Quantum and the necessary supporting Data Centre industries. Victor Hoskins, President and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA), is responsible for attracting and supporting businesses locating in the area. He focuses on ensuring those businesses are successfully supported with the necessary #infrastructure and a pipeline of skilled potential employees. On September 23rd, we are delighted to host Victor Hoskins for a round table on Creating a Skills Agenda to Support a High Tech Economy. Victor will draw on his experience and learning in building an effective regional hub of innovative, government focused infrastructure. We will explore how the UK can build scale using its position as a #science and #technology super-power, and invest in building regional hubs focused on high tech industries. We hope you can join us! For more information and to register for this event, click the following link: https://lnkd.in/er-x-3cX

We are delighted to share two upcoming virtual events in our 'Market Opportunity Overview' series! These events are in partnership with the Department for Business and Trade, providing a unique opportunity to understand market dynamics and explore how #UK businesses can contribute to countries around the world. In September, our Market Opportunity Overview will explore #Ethiopia, and in October, we will explore #Argentina. Don’t miss out on the chance to engage with experts and discover new business potentials. 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟭𝟬:𝟬𝟬-𝟭𝟭:𝟯𝟬𝗮𝗺 𝗕𝗦𝗧: 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗮 - 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: UK companies have substantial potential to support Ethiopia’s growth in sectors such as #Infrastructure and #Energy, #Education and #Skills, and #Manufacturing. Opportunities also exist within #ClimateAdaptation and #Mitigation. The UK’s development efforts have cultivated a strong bilateral relationship with Ethiopia, creating a fertile ground for British business engagement. We will be joined by Sarah Hird, Country Director - Ethiopia, at the Department for Business and Trade, alongside colleagues at the #DBT at the British Embassy in #Ethiopia. For more information and to register for this event, click the following link: https://lnkd.in/eJcZsieN 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝟭𝟱:𝟬𝟬-𝟭𝟲:𝟯𝟬 𝗕𝗦𝗧: 𝗔𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮 - 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 #Argentina is a valuable trade and investment partner for the #UK due to its diverse economy, rich natural resources and strategic location in #SouthAmerica. We are delighted to welcome Alfredo Fierro MBE, Country Director - Argentina, the Department for Business and Trade, and Sonia Aponte Tinao, Deputy Director and Infrastructure Lead at the #DBT in Argentina. They will share insights on Argentina’s strategic priorities and resulting opportunities for UK plc, in #Infrastructure (rail, ports, water and airports; climate adaptation and innovative finance solutions for the infrastructure sector), #Security (cyber, technology, drones, systems for private security), and #Mining (where lithium is the big opportunity, alongside large deposits of Copper, Gold and Silver). For more information and to register for this event, click the following link: https://lnkd.in/daRagxXp

On Tuesday 8th October, join us at 23 Grafton Street or virtually as we host the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) for an update on the bank’s strategy, guidance on navigating its procurement processes, and briefing on the infrastructure project pipeline. EBRD is currently active in more than 35 countries from Central Europe to Central Asia and the southern and eastern Mediterranean, plus the West Bank and Gaza. Since 2023 the bank has been exploring limited and incremental expansion of its operations to sub-Saharan Africa and Iraq. From 2025 to 2030, the EBRD will be able to invest in up to six countries in sub-Saharan Africa. At the end of 2023 governors approved a resolution to increase the Bank’s paid-in capital by €4 billion, bringing its capital base to €34 billion. The additional capital from shareholders is aimed at providing significant and sustained investment for Ukraine’s real economy, both in wartime and during reconstruction, and helping support other priorities across all economies where they operate. For more information, and to register for this event, please click the link below: https://lnkd.in/e-fRT6jN #EBRD #Procurement #InternationalDevelopment #Infrastructure

Today we are sharing our final case study from our #EducationReport, 'Systems Strengthening: The UK Education providers' contribution to the global education systems.' The case studies in this report showcase the work delivered by BEI members and local partners. Today we are sharing Tetra Tech International Development's case study which highlights their work evaluating the UK Governments Girls' Education Challenge (GEC) Fund. Tetra Tech has provided evaluations on the programme’s effectiveness, impact, and value for money. The evidence from these evaluations has informed #recommendations on future programming and #EducationPolicy in beneficiary countries, taking into account different environments and national contexts.   Tetra Tech International Development delivers clear solutions to some of the world’s most complex challenges. They design and implement multi-year programmes across governance and institutional strengthening, sustainable economic development and #infrastructure. The monitoring evaluation, research and learning team implements some of the largest independent evaluations in the #UK international development sector and works across the European Union to evaluate a broad range of areas and disciplines. Throughout their programmes they integrate #climate and #environment, #gender and social inclusion and #digital solutions. Dedicated teams ensure that all their programmes support these global concerns, with a constant eye on long-term #sustainability and equality.   To read Tetra Tech International Development's full case study, follow the link below:   https://lnkd.in/e8v3r7mA Louise Cathro David Joiner Robyn-Leigh Nuttall  Kiira S.

📢 Discover WRc Group’s case study, ‘Improving Climate-Related Decision Making with Brazil’s Water Regulator,’ in British Expertise International's Water Resilience Report. 🌎Appointed by the UK’s Department for Business and Trade in #Brazil, we collaborated with Brazil’s national water and sanitation agency regulator Agência Nacional de Águas e Saneamento Básico (ANA) in 2023 to enhance their climate resilience and water management. 🔍Read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/eBJ7PhUg 🌟Thanks to Kit Elmes, Lucy Fraser, and Simon Ayley for their contributions. #WaterResilience #ClimateResilience #WaterManagement #Brazil #ESG #WaterSanitation

Today we are sharing Impel Consultancy Ltd's case study on the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office's Girls Education Challenge (#GEC). This case, featured in our #EducationReport, explores Impels use of portfolio data for disability analysis. Impel Consultancy Ltd is a leading inclusive development consultancy. Impel works to strengthen the inclusion of marginalised groups and ensure more equitable development outcomes, including in #health, #education and social protection. They bring a wealth of experience in providing technical guidance, capacity building, research and evaluation services, focused on combatting discrimination across multiple dimensions; #gender, #race, #disability, and sexual orientation. Impel applies a social inclusion lens across their work, undertaking analysis and research to understand institutional, attitudinal and #environmental barriers to inclusion and participation.   In 2020, members of Impel Consultancy Ltd assisted the #GEC Programme to improve its commitment towards including girls with #disabilities in its 27 projects across 18 countries. There are 258 million children with disabilities around the world, but they face many barriers to learning and transition. A key issue is the lack of robust evidence on educational outcomes for children with disabilities. To read Impel Consultancy Ltd full case study, follow the link below: https://lnkd.in/dDGxcvSr

We are delighted to showcase WRc Group's case study titled ‘Improving Climate-Related Decision Making with Brazil’s Water Regulator' featured in our #WaterResilience Report – Unlocking local and global benefits through collaboration. This report was developed by the British Expertise International Working Group on Water Resilience, with Simon Ayley from WRc Group as a lead author. In 2023, WRc Group was appointed by the UK’s Department for Business and Trade in #Brazil to carry out training for Brazil’s national water and sanitation agency regulator (ANA - Agéncia Nacional de Águas e Saneamento Básico). The UK government wanted to engage and collaborate with the Brazilian government with the aim of providing training to support and develop ANA’s internal #capabilities, build capacity and water sector knowledge, and to help them apply their learnings when making strategic climate change and water resilience mitigation decisions in Brazil.   The involvement of multiple stakeholders, including technical experts and guest speakers from regulators and consumer bodies, was key to the project’s success. WRc Group used key Brazilian contacts to help overcome barriers to learning and contextualise the information to combine their skills with local knowledge. This had an important impact, ensuring WRc provided relevant support where urgent action was, and is, needed. The training has enabled ANA to develop internal capabilities and apply their learnings when making strategic decisions in Brazil based on best international practices for #ESG investment and climate change mitigation practices in the #water and #sanitation sector. Read WRc Group's full case study in the Water Resilience Report, please click the following link 🡪    https://lnkd.in/eBJ7PhUg   Big thanks to Kit Elmes, Lucy Fraser, and Simon Ayley for their contributions to the Water Resilience Report. 

Today we are delighted to share Hodder Education's case study from our #EducationReport, which explores their work in #Jamaica. Jamaican Primary schools faced challenges with a lack of engaging, effective, and comprehensive #mathematics resources to support the introduction of its new Primary curricula. This issue was particularly pronounced in fundamental concepts such as fractions and problem solving, leading to decreased student engagement and comprehension. Hodder Education partnered with government and worked with authors to develop the new resources for Primary mathematics. Key to their approach to Jamaica Primary Mathematics (JPM) was the introduction of mathematical concepts through relatable visuals and language, fostering an early foundation in problem-solving that empowers #students to tackle complex math problems with confidence. Hodder Education, part of Hachette UK, has a rich legacy dating back to 1868. As a global publisher operating in over 150 countries, Hodder Education provides curriculum resources, #assessments, and teacher professional development.   In January 2025, Hodder Education will transition to the name Hachette Learning, aligning with its long-standing parent company and reflecting its ambition to deliver #education and #learningsolutions that meet the needs of institutions worldwide. Under the new name, Hachette Learning will continue to collaborate closely with educators, academics, and learners worldwide to deliver pedagogically robust resources and professional development programmes. Committed to innovation and customer-centricity, Hachette Learning empowers educators and inspires learners at every stage of education. To read Hodder's full case study, follow the link below: https://lnkd.in/dDGxcvSr