In 2007 the ESRC launched its Business Engagement Strategy to increase social scientists’ engagement with the business sector. As part of this strategy, the Business Engagement Opportunities scheme provided funding for social scientists to transfer and exchange knowledge with business and professional groups. The scheme has funded a wide range of projects, resulting in benefits for both business and academia

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Relevant cases and centres:

• Climate Change and the Future of Brands (BRASS website)
• ESRC Centre for Business Relationships, Accountability, Sustainability and Society (BRASS)
• Aston Centre for Project Management Practice
• ESRC Centre for Research on Socio-Cultural Change (CRESC)
• Developing and disseminating best practice in the application and use of renewable energy technologies in affordable homes (PPT)
• Entrepreneur in Residence - Lancaster University Management School