EEA Midlands - Supply Chain Conference and Exhibition 2026

16th April 2026 · 9:30am – 3:30pm

Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport, Birmingham B26 3QW

The EEA Supply Chain Conference and Exhibition unites industry leaders and policymakers to discuss innovations and key challenges in energy efficiency.

Description

The Energy Efficiency Association’s Supply Chain conference and exhibition, where industry experts and politicians discuss cutting-edge developments and pressing issues about energy efficiency.

The conference will address what the industry needs to do to ensure improved uptake of energy efficiency measures and what we can do to overcome barriers that often threaten the delivery of such schemes. This vital event also offers unrivalled networking opportunities to discuss energy efficiency with those at the heart of our industry.

On the day, we will see over 150 leading installers, managing agents, funding providers, manufacturers, certification bodies, local authorities, housing associations, policy makers, and industry luminaries come together.

Join this diverse gathering of key stakeholders as they share insights, forge partnerships, and shape the future of energy efficiency delivery in the UK.

Tickets are available for £90 + VAT for EEA members and £120 +VAT for non-members. Prices include buffet lunch.

Tickets

Available Tickets: Up to 150

EEA Members: £90.00 +VAT

Non-Members: £120.00 +VAT

Call the EEA on 01691 680960 for more information

Itinerary

Thu 16th Apr 2026

09:30 am

Registration

Doors open for registration. Coffee reception & exhibition.

10:30 am

Welcome Introduction

Kenneth Campbell - Chairman @ Energy Efficiency Association

EEA Chairman, Kenneth Campbell will welcome delegates and outline the programme for the day.

10:35 am

Midlands Net Zero Hub

Nathan Walker - Warm Homes Programme Manager @ Midlands Net Zero Hub

Nathan Walker from Midlands Net Zero Hub will discuss how the Midlands Net Zero Hub is supporting the delivery of the Warm Homes Plan across the Midlands.

10:55 am

Fuel Poverty and Housing

Richard Bubb - Manager @ SHAP

Richard Bubb and Poonam Sakarsudha from SHAP will discuss fuel poverty and housing challenges.

11:15 am

Comfort Break

A brief coffee break and a chance to meet our exhibitors.

11:30 am

MCS Foundation

Andrew Rice - Programme Manager @ MCS Foundation

Andrew Rice from MCS Foundation will provide an overview of the MCS Foundation’s role and current activity.

12:00 pm

East Midlands Combined Authority

Adrian Prestidge - Green Growth Project Manager @ East Midlands Combined Authority

Adrian Prestidge from East Midlands Combined Authroity will provide an overview of green growth initiatives from the East Midlands Combined Authority.

12:30 pm

Lunch & Exhibition

A hot and cold lunch buffet is provided for all delegates, and a chance to meet our exhibitors.

01:30 pm

Discussion Panel

Adam Boam - Tenant Liaison Officer @ Midlands Rural Housing

A discussion panel featuring Adam Boam (Midlands Rural Housing), Jane Thomas (Fortem), Bobby Cook (Kooka Group), Rachel Jones (Act on Energy and ALEO Secretariart), Phil Mason (TrustMark).

02:45 pm

Concluding Summary

Gary Braybrooke - Founder & Chief Executive @ Energy Efficiency Association

EEA Chief Executive, Gary Braybrooke will say a few words in conclusion to summarise the days discussion.

03:10 pm

Coffee & Exhibition

A final chance for delegates to meet with each other and the exhibitors.

03:30 pm

Close

Doors Close. Thank you for joining us.

Meet Our Speakers

Dynamic professionals passionate about delivering the best insights

Gary Braybrooke

Founder & Chief Executive

Energy Efficiency Association

Gary Braybrooke is a distinguished leader in the energy efficiency sector, serving as the founding Chief Executive of the Energy Efficiency Association (EEA). He is widely recognised for his exceptional ability to foster collaboration across the industry and his unwavering commitment to advancing energy efficiency and combating fuel poverty. Before founding the EEA, Gary was instrumental in the creation of the Energy Efficiency Awards, which he has successfully managed for the past decade. These awards have become a cornerstone of the industry, highlighting and celebrating excellence in energy efficiency. With a professional background in publishing and sales, Gary brings a wealth of experience in communication and stakeholder engagement. His expertise has been pivotal in driving the success of the initiatives he leads. In his personal life, Gary is an ardent supporter of Liverpool FC and a dedicated cricket enthusiast.

Kenneth Campbell

Chairman

Energy Efficiency Association

Kenneth Campbell is Chairman of the Energy Efficiency Association CiC, Co-Founder of the National Energy Efficiency Awards and Director of Campbell Braybrooke Ltd. As Association Chairman, Kenneth has a particular interest in new energy efficient technologies,investment in and funding for energy efficiency, supply chain delivery, and skills and training for the energy efficiency sector. Kenneth has Bachelor of Science degree from Glasgow University where he studied Computer Science along with Biochemistry and Physiology.

Adam Boam

Tenant Liaison Officer

Midlands Rural Housing

Adam Boam joined Midlands Rural Housing in October 2023, as a Tenant Liaison Officer – a new role for the rural associations. He focuses on delivering retrofit projects, funded by the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund, and more recently Warm Homes Social Housing Fund, for Warwickshire Rural Housing Association, Northamptonshire Rural Housing Association and Peak District Rural Housing Association. In the last two and a half years, hes established his role and gone above and beyond every day to ensure the households getting the retrofit works are happy. His approach has enabled the installation team easy access to ALL homes and the feedback from customers has been really positive.

Adrian Prestidge

Green Growth Project Manager

East Midlands Combined Authority

Adrian Prestidge is the Green Growth Project Manager at the East Midlands Combined County Authority, leading regional work on retrofit, energy transition, and the development of the East Midlands Retrofit Strategy. He has played a key role in coordinated multi authority retrofit initiatives, including the joint Nottinghamshire–Derbyshire bid to the MCS Foundation’s Local Authority Retrofit Accelerator Pilot. Adrian also contributes to academic practice collaboration, supporting research into devolved governance for warm, efficient homes, and is a community supervisor for a Collab PhD. Having worked as an installer for a Derbyshire based SME while studying for his MSc, he brings practical and technical insight into accelerating place based decarbonisation across the East Midlands.

Jane Thomas

CEO and Co Founder

WinR CIC

Jane has 17 years experience in the energy efficiency industry. Previously, she was business development and account manager for E.ON's Obligation Partnership Team where she worked closely with social housing providers and contractors delivering eco funded energy efficiency projects. She is now co-founder and CEO of Women in Rising Green Careers.

Andrew Rice

Programme Manager

MCS Foundation

Andrew is Programme Manager at the MCS Foundation, where he has led the delivery of the LARA (Local Area Retrofit Accelerator) programme since July 2024. In this role, he works with local authorities and partners across the retrofit system to develop robust, place-based strategies, helping to accelerate home decarbonisation at scale across the UK. With nearly fifteen years’ experience in the energy and retrofit sector, Andrew has led the delivery of home energy efficiency and decarbonisation programmes under major regulatory schemes including CERT, CESP, ECO, HHCRO, the Green Deal and Warm Home Discount. He now brings this experience to enabling coordinated, place-based action. Andrew has also worked in digital inclusion, supporting partnerships and grant-funded initiatives focused on reducing the digital divide by improving access, skills and confidence for those most at risk of exclusion. Andrew holds a Master’s degree in International Relations, specialising in energy security, and is passionate about contributing to the transition to a low-carbon future. He is particularly interested in collaborative approaches to problem-solving, bringing stakeholders together to turn complex challenges into clear, actionable solutions.

Bobby Cook

Group Director

Kooka Group

Bobby is the Group Director of Kooka Group, a collective of insulation and construction businesses specialising in retrofit and sustainability. With a strong, hands-on background in the sector, he focuses on delivering practical improvements that make homes warmer, more efficient, and fit for the future. Bobby works closely with partners to support decarbonisation and improve outcomes for residents.

Rachel Jones

Chief Executive

Act On Energy

Rachel Jones is the Chair of the Midlands Association of Local Energy Officers who provide support and guidance to those working in the field of home energy. ALEO liaise directly with both regional and central government to provide a direct link for LA’s & ensure that the realities of on the ground delivery are feedback to help inform future policy. Rachel has over 18 years of experience in the industry and is currently CEO of Act on Energy. Rachel has worked with LA’s across the region assisting them in the delivery of energy efficiency schemes including ECO, LADS and SHDF. In addition she has worked on a plethora of affordable warmth schemes supporting vulnerable households who are at risk of fuel poverty. Act on Energy are currently providing the customer journey support across the West Midlands for Sustainable Warmth.

Phil Mason

Head of Regulatory Engagement

Trustmark

Phil is Head of Regulatory Engagement at TrustMark, focussing on developing and managing relationships with key stakeholders in the areas where TrustMark registration is mandatory. This includes close working with government departments and Ofgem. With over 25 years of experience across the energy, safety and professional services sectors, Phil brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to the TrustMark leadership team. His previous experience in compliance along with his commitment to achieving excellence through continual improvement, provides Phil with a strong focus on driving quality in all that he does. He has a keen interest in the outcomes of the Each Home Counts review and how that can contribute to the UK’s net-zero target by 2050. Working with his leadership colleagues, he is committed to helping build consumer confidence and uptake of energy efficiency measures in the retrofit market.

Nathan Walker

Warm Homes Programme Manager

Midlands Net Zero Hub

Nathan is the Warm Homes Programme Manager at the Midlands Net Zero Hub, where he leads a dedicated team delivering high impact domestic retrofit programmes across the region. Their work helps tackle fuel poverty, improve the quality of homes, and support the Midlands transition to net zero. In his role, Nathan focuses on making sure programmes are delivered effectively, building capacity within local teams, and ensuring public funding translates into real, positive change for residents. With a background in performance management, data driven decision making and programme leadership, he brings a clear, analytical approach to navigating complex projects.

Poonam Sakarsudha

Manager

SHAP

Poonam brings over 20 years of experience in the corporate sector, having worked for brands including KPMG, E.ON, Npower and Legal & General, where she held diverse leadership roles in marketing, research, and customer experience. Poonam moved to the Third Sector in 2020 and now works solely with and for purpose-led organisations, using her skills to develop strategies that support meaningful and enduring social change. At SHAP, Poonam is instrumental in shaping and delivering the organisation’s network services, curating a dynamic programme of activities tailored to the priorities and needs of the SHAP network.

Richard Bubb

Manager

SHAP

Richard runs Symeco Ltd – a Shropshire-based business helping to turn sustainable ideas into strategy and actions through solution-focussed planning and effective collaborations. Symeco operates in a circular way, with knowledge, skills and practical activities focussed on creating an energy shift to zero carbon lifestyles. This includes working with businesses, local authority and community organisation looking for advice and ideas about energy systems, renewable technologies, retrofit and energy saving. Richard is a trained coach for Climate-KIC – a large public-private partnership tackling climate change across Europe. Working with Climate-KIC, Richard has managed the introduction of a training programme helping businesses and organisations created circular economy strategies.

Exhibitors

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Bosch Thermotechnology Ltd

Bosch Thermotechnology Ltd has specialised in industrial boiler construction since it was established in 1865, gaining extensive knowledge and experience in this time.

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E.On Green Funding

E.On Green Funding is tasked with helping local authorities, housing providers and customers in need of extra support to create warmer and healthier homes.

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PAS Safe Solutions

PAS Safe Solutions are the specialist ECO supplies company which brings a variety of solutions to Energy Company Obligation installations.

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UK Cylinders

UK Cylinder's aim is to provide the best quality and value hot water storage products.

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UK Plumbing Supplies

UK Plumbing Supplies operate from over 300 individual locations and serve all aspects of the marketplace from plumbing and heating to bathrooms and renewables.

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Kooka Group

Why Choose Kooka for your Insulation & Render Solutions?

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SPL Strategies

We Connect Business and Communities Across the UK

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YES Energy Solutions

YES Energy Solutions is an award-winning Community Interest Company dedicated to reducing CO2 and alleviating fuel poverty.

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City Training

City Training Group is an award-winning company that provides training courses for the trades in Wales. We are committed to advancing the gas, electrical, renewable energy, heating and retrofit sectors through education and practical training.

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Swip Ltd

SWIP LTD are a specialist system designer and material supplier of insulation solutions.

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Daikin UK

The focus of our business is the sales and distribution of Daikin air conditioning products whilst fully utilising the advantage of our European Group Manufacturing Division.

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