Building a net-zero, resilient industrial future for the Midlands.
The Black Country & Industrial Cluster (BCIC) West Midlands brings together manufacturers, supply chain partners, universities, colleges, and technology providers to accelerate the transition to clean energy, net zero, and industrial innovation.
This GitHub organisation is a shared collaboration space supporting:
- Open digital projects
- Industry–academia collaboration
- Skills development and knowledge exchange
- Practical tools for manufacturers and SMEs
Repositories in this organisation may include:
- 📘 Documentation & strategy – cluster roadmaps, project briefs, and guidance
- 🧪 Open innovation projects – prototypes, pilots, and research outputs
- 🎓 Education & skills – student projects, training materials, and challenges
- 📅 Events & challenges – hackathons, quarterly events, and industry briefs
Not all projects are production-ready. Many are exploratory by design.
- ✅ Manufacturers and supply chain organisations
- ✅ SMEs working on clean energy and net-zero solutions
- ✅ Universities, FE colleges, and research groups
- ✅ Students contributing to real-world industrial challenges
- Browse the repositories and read the project README
- Check
CONTRIBUTING.md(where available) - Raise an issue to ask questions or propose ideas
- Submit a pull request for improvements or contributions
We aim to keep contribution processes lightweight and accessible, especially for students and first-time contributors.
- Open where possible
- Practical over theoretical
- Collaboration across sectors
- Real value for West Midlands industry
BCIC West Midlands supports the region’s industrial base in:
- Decarbonisation and net-zero transition
- Clean energy adoption and infrastructure
- Productivity, resilience, and future skills
For general enquiries or partnership discussions:
- 🌐 Website: https://www.bcicwestmidlands.co.uk
- 📧 Email: hello@bcicwestmidlands.co.uk
This organisation is maintained by BCIC West Midlands.