The Warm Homes Plan Driving Consumer Engagement

03 Mar 2026
Bury Theatre
Energy & Tech , Cities, Communities & Nature

With the government's Warm Homes Plan now a reality, this panel will get to the heart of the challenge: how do we unlock the investment and consumer buy-in needed to deliver on its ambitious goals? Moving beyond just renewable and clean energy technologies we will explore the most powerful drivers of change: personal financial benefits.

Experts will reveal how to overcome market barriers, focusing on innovative funding models and policies that make energy efficiency a clear choice for homeowners. 

Attendees will hear from developers, local authorities and financial leaders on how to use real-world data and targeted incentives to drive uptake. They'll also learn how to turn a national plan into a local reality, ensuring greener homes also mean healthier communities and lower energy bills.

Moderator
Laura Sharp
Laura Sharp, Director - Customer & Digital - KPMG
Speakers
Martin McCluskey
Martin McCluskey, Minister for Energy Consumers
Jim Bennett
Jim Bennett, Cosy Heat Pump Director & Zero Bills Lead for Scotland - Octopus Energy
David Glew
David Glew, Director of the Leeds Sustainability Institute - Leeds Beckett University
Jess McNeill
Jess McNeill, Head of Home Energy West Yorkshire - West Yorkshire Combined Authority
Andrew Spencer
Andrew Spencer, Strategic Solutions & Partnerships Director - Equans UK & Ireland