There is now a robust business case for large-scale energy efficiency. Research from Cambridge Econometrics has highlighted that improving UK homes is good for residents and the country; it estimates that a large scale, 10-year renovation programme could help create thousands of new jobs.
Our morning seminar on Thursday 12 February 2015 will explore best practice and barriers for councils trying to reduce energy bills for residents, businesses and their own estate, and will consider findings from the Local Authority Energy Index, developed by Knauf Insulation, which measures the local energy and energy efficiency agendas of 25 councils in England.
Featuring high-level speakers from within the government, local authorities and energy sector, the Guardian supported by Knauf Insulation, is hosting a free event that will update public leaders on the latest policy developments, help them understand how to maximise the benefits of energy-efficiency measures, and will offer advice and debate to enable the development of strategies that will save both the environment and money.
Speakers
- Steven Fawkes, founder and principal, Energy Pro
- Steven Heath, director public affairs and strategy, Knauf Insulation
- Ian Hutchcroft, head of local delivery, Energy Saving Trust
- Malcolm Ball, director of energy efficiency, UK Green Investment Bank
- Tim Pryce, head of public sector, The Carbon Trust
- Mareike Schmidt, energy service manager, Bristol city council
Event details
Date: Thursday 12 February 2015
Contact for enquiries: vidhi.jhaveri.freelance@theguardian.com
Event location
The Guardian News & Media
90 York Way
London
N1 9GU
Applications for this event are now closed. To be the first to hear about future events please sign up to the Guardian Public Leaders network.
