Retail Heat Decarbonisation: Energy Efficiency, EPCs and the Case for Government Support
Join the BRC and Mitsubishi Electric for a retailer roundtable focused on the current state of heat decarbonisation across the industry.
This event is exclusive to BRC Retail Members and by invitation only.
Join the BRC and Mitsubishi Electric for a retailer roundtable focused on the current state of heat decarbonisation in the sector, with particular attention to energy efficiency, EPC requirements and rising energy costs.
The discussion will explore the barriers retailers face in improving their stores and estates, and the policy support needed to make progress more achievable. Attendees will be invited to share their views on what government could and should be doing to support retail decarbonisation and energy efficiency improvements, helping to shape a clear and practical set of sector priorities.
The session is designed to gather evidence, test policy thinking and strengthen the collective industry case for action on retail heat decarbonisation.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- A clearer understanding of the main barriers preventing investment.
- Retailer feedback on a number of potential policy interventions.
- Agreement on the areas where government action could make the biggest difference.
- Evidence and insight which can be used in future BRC policy engagement.
Agenda
- 13.00 - 13.30 | Arrival and Networking
Registration, refreshments and informal introductions. - 13.30 - 13.45 | Welcome and BRC context
Welcome, purpose, format and desired outcomes. - 13.45 - 14.05 | Why retail investment has stalled
Setting the scene on heat decarbonisation, key market barriers and potential policy solutions. - 14.05 - 14.45 | Roundtable discussion: barriers and potential solutions
A discussion on the key barriers to investment, including estate ownership, costs, operational challenges, regulation and incentives, while exploring policy solutions to accelerate decarbonisation. - 14.45 - 15.00 | Refreshment Break
Short networking and reflection break before the remaining sessions. - 15.00 - 15.40 | From Policy to Priorities: Shaping the Retail Advocacy Agenda
Identify the measures most likely to influence retailer investment, assess policy alignment and unintended consequences, and agree the strongest priorities for future advocacy. - 15.40 - 16.00 | Closing Reflections and Next Steps
A summary of key barriers, areas of consensus and policy conclusions, including next steps and implications for future BRC and Mitsubishi Electric activity.
Meet the Speakers
Chris Newman
Zero Carbon Design Manager, Mitsubishi Electric
Chris Newman is the Zero Carbon Design Manager at Mitsubishi Electric, where he leads efforts to help decarbonise the built environment. With over 20 years at the company, he has held multiple roles focused on HVAC, and the use of low-carbon heat pump technologies. His work is central to Mitsubishi Electric's goal of driving net zero solutions in commercial buildings.
Naomi Brandon-Bravo
Head of Sustainability and Supply Chain | BRC
Naomi leads on packaging and waste including pEPR, WEEE Regulations and DRS.
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