EEA South - Energy Efficiency Policy Conference and Exhibition 2025

11th September 2025 9:30am - 3:30pm

Location: Institute of Directors, Westminster SW1Y 5ED

From Policy to Practice: Strengthening the Supply Chain for Warmer Homes - EEA will be facilitating a discussion on Energy Efficiency Policy and Government Schemes

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From Policy to Practice: Strengthening the Supply Chain for Warmer Homes

The Energy Efficiency Association’s Energy Efficiency Policy 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 £80 + VAT for EEA members and £110 +VAT for non-members. Prices include buffet lunch.

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Tickets

Available Tickets: Up to 200

EEA Members: £80.00 +VAT

Non-Members: £110.00 +VAT

Call the EEA on 01691 680960 for more information

Itinerary

Thu 11th Sep 2025

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

Government Scheme Update

A guest speaker from DESNZ will present an update on Government Schemes and the ECO4 extension

10:55 am

Compliance & Lodgement

Simon Ayers MBE - Chief Executive Officer @ Trustmark

Simon Ayres from Trustmark will discuss the issues around PAS2030 compliance and lodgement.

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11:15 am

Comfort Break

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

11:30 am

OFGEM & Industry Working Together

Jack Loughlin - Senior Policy Manager @ OFGEM

Lucy Phillips and Jack Loughlin from OFGEM will outline how Ofgem manages the ECO scheme and how the regulator is working with installers to ensure scheme success.

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11:50 am

Tackling Fuel Poverty

Duncan McCombie - Chief Executive @ YES Energy Solutions

Duncan McCombie from YES Energy Solutions will be discussing “the state of play” regarding the Energy Efficiency Sector and the need to tackle fuel poverty.

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12:10 pm

Product Supply: Insulation & Fabric

Dean Owen - Head of Business Development & Technical Specification @ SWIP

Dean Owen from SWIP Ltd will cover the product supply challenges for building materials and insulation.

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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

From Policy to Practice: Strengthening the Supply Chain for Warmer Homes

An industry panel featuring Dr Spencer Pitfield OBE (SPL Strategies), Cllr Keith Hogan (Soham Town Council), and Paul Gregory (HS Energy), discussing key energy efficiency policy challenges, local leadership, and industry opportunities.

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.

03:00 pm

Coffee & Exhibition

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

03:30 pm

Close

The conference concludes. Thank you for joining us - doors close.

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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.

Dean Owen

Head of Business Development & Technical Specification

SWIP

Dean has 26 years’ experience within the construction industry specialising in insulation specification. He has undertaken various roles that have included technical and business development positions, working with refurbishment contractors, and major and regional house builders. SAP compliant, new build construction and refurbishment under Building Regulations Part L for energy efficiency in relation to the conservation of Fuel and power, has been a key focus throughout Dean’s career. A large proportion of Dean’s time has been involved in the retro fit refurbishment sector during the evolution of schemes such as CERT, CESP, ECO LADS, and SHDF & HUGS, working and collaborating with industry stakeholders to support delivery of energy efficiency projects.

Duncan McCombie

Chief Executive

YES Energy Solutions

Duncan McCombie, appointed as Group chief executive of YES Energy Solutions CIC in 2016, has helped the business provide fuel poverty alleviation support for over 5,000 households in the last financial year. He is dedicated to reducing carbon emissions and lowering householder’s fuel bills across Great Britain, all whilst creating a Green, Great and Gracious company culture. Duncan has carved out a diverse career in the energy efficiency and water sectors, working at the Energy Saving Trust and Thames Water, building experience in strong governance and growth strategies which he has since applied at YES Energy Solutions. Promoting customer expectations and needs, he is Chair of the Customer Engagement Group focussed on National Grid Electricity Distribution’s RIIO-ED2 business plan and chair of the National Energy Action / Northumbrian Water, Water Poverty Advisory Group.

Keith Horgan

Councillor

East Cambridgeshire District Council

Vice Chair East Cambridgeshire District Council Prior to being elected as a District Councillor in 2023 Keith previously held the position of Industry Stakeholder Manager at Ofgem where he worked in the Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (DRHI) team. During his time at Ofgem Keith built strong relationships with a wide range of manufacturers, installers, certification bodies, the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) and leading trade associations. Before this Keith spent five years working for the Carbon Trust helping major organisations develop strategies to reduce their carbon emissions, become more energy efficient and lower their energy costs. Prior to his career in energy and the environment, Keith spent over 25 years working for leading US computer manufacturers including Unisys, Hewlett Packard, Compaq and DEC working his way up to Global Account Director responsible for several major accounts in the fields of logistics, telecommunications and the public sector.

Dr Spencer Pitfield OBE

Founder

SPL Strategies

Dr Spencer Pitfield OBE is the founder of SPL Strategies, a consultancy specialising in strategic communications, policy development and stakeholder engagement. Spencer has over 30 years of experience helping a diverse range of clients to define, communicate and deliver on their organisation’s needs. In this fast-moving world, his people-centred approach has supported strategic leadership and management development across political, governmental, corporate, educational and charity sectors. Spencer is well-known across the ‘Westminster village, and has supported both UK and International clients at the very highest of levels.

Simon Ayers MBE

Chief Executive Officer

Trustmark

Simon Ayers is CEO of TrustMark, the only Government Endorsed Quality Scheme for work carried out in or around the home. He leads a hardworking and dedicated team, supported by an independent Board in the delivery of TrustMark’s core objective which is to ensure quality, compliance and customer protection across the home-improvement and retrofit sectors. Simon’s career spans over 40 years, starting out as a domestic gas engineer and progressing over the years to various corporate and leadership roles across the energy and construction sector until joining TrustMark as CEO in 2014. Simon has earned a reputation for his vision, passion, and dedication as a leader in the industry and is the driving force behind what’s at the heart of TrustMark’s success, consumer trust and confidence.

Paul Gregory

Group Commercial Director

HSEnergy Group

Paul Gregory is Group Commercial Director at HSEnergy Group Ltd, spearheading the companys commercial strategy and driving high-impact partnerships across residential, commercial, and wholesale sectors. With over two decades of experience in renewable energy and sales leadership, he has held key roles at respected companies such as Zenergy Solar, Segen, and Dyson. Pauls strategic acumen and business development expertise ensure HSEnergy remains a leader in delivering tailored, scalable clean energy solutions.

Jack Loughlin

Senior Policy Manager

OFGEM

Jack works at Ofgem on the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) schemes, where he focuses on delivering legislative change, developing policy, and managing scheme guidance. Since joining Ofgem in 2018, Jack has gained extensive policy experience across a range of environmental and social schemes. He began his career there on the Renewable Heat Incentive schemes before moving into renewable electricity in 2019, specialising in the Feed-in Tariffs and the Renewables Obligation schemes. Since 2023, Jack has specialised in ECO schemes, with a particular focus on ECO4, the scheme’s fourth iteration.

Exhibitors

Elmhurst Energy

Elmhurst pride themselves on delivering award-winning energy assessment, retrofit and property professional training to individuals at all stages of their career.

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Ofgem

Ofgem is the Regulator of the Gas and Electricity Markets. It oversees the energy industry and administers the Energy Efficiency Programmes on behalf of the Government

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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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Swip Ltd

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

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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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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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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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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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EDF Energy

EDF Energy is a UK energy firm generating power from wind, nuclear, and solar sources.

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Hive

Hive gives you the power to live greener, cut your bills and get more control of your home’s energy.

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TrustMark

TrustMark is the only UK Government-Endorsed Quality Scheme for work carried out in and around the home. TrustMark was started in 2005 to drive up standards across the home improvement sector and improve the protection offered to homeowners.

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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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UKSol

UKSOL Ltd is a UK-based solar energy company that specializes in designing and manufacturing solar panels for residential and commercial applications.

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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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EcoBalance Solutions

At EcoBalance Solutions, we are dedicated to advancing sustainable practices that protect and restore our environment.

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Smart Energie Limited

Smart Energie Ltd have worked with numerous clients.

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SPL Strategies

We Connect Business and Communities Across the UK

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CCL Components

Power your green energy projects with CCL Components – your trusted renewables equipment wholesale partner. As an independent distributor, backed by years of industry expertise.

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City Science

City Science is the first engineering company dedicated to decarbonisation. We use science and data to help public and private organisations take action to reduce carbon emissions in ways that make places better and enhance quality of life.

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Voltsmart

The Smart Way to Power Your Home Voltsmarts® intelligent fuse board monitors, optimises and protects your energy use in real time. Save money, increase safety and integrate seamlessly with solar, EV chargers and more.

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Floorplan

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Venue Information

Institute of Directors

116 Pall mall

Westminster

London

SW1Y 5ED

Just minutes from Piccadilly Circus, Westminster and Trafalgar Square, our iconic hub is one of the capital’s most popular business venues.

Thousands of IoD members visit each week to work, connect and advance their professional development. Whether you need a Central London base for meetings, somewhere to grab a coffee and check emails, or a venue to host training – there’s space for you.

Directions

The following transport lines have routes that pass near 116 Pall Mall

Bus: 139, 196, 323, 38, 55.
Train: ELIZABETH, SOUTHEASTERN.
Tube: BAKERLOO, DISTRICT, NORTHERN, CIRCLE, PICCADILLY.

Parking

No on-site parking. There are parking metres in the surrounding streets and there are several multi story carparks within 8 minute walk

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