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Sustainable Energy Association appoints Lord Ravensdale as President
The Sustainable Energy Association is delighted to announce its Annual General Meeting unilaterally elected Lord Ravensdale as its new President, effective from 11th September 2024.
Working together to create a more sustainable building stock: Reflections from the InstallerSHOW and Housing 2024
We were delighted to see so many SEA members out promoting sustainable energy solutions at both Birmingham’s InstallerSHOW and Manchester’s Housing 2024. From heat pumps to insulation, sustainable construction to infrared and building controls, our member base...
Interim Chief Executive Dave Sowden speaks at our 2024 Annual Parliamentary Reception
Our Interim Chief Executive Dave Sowden marked the 2024 SEA Annual Parliamentary Reception with a speech focused on how to create buildings fit for the future. Held in the House of Lords on 22nd April 2024, this year's reception reflected on the progress made so far,...
The SEA launches their Policy Barriers and Solutions for a Technology-Agnostic Approach to Heat and Buildings report
The Sustainable Energy Association (SEA) and Partners' latest report details how government heat and buildings policy can shift towards delivering the most appropriate technologies for achieving the best outcomes. The SEA and Partners strongly support and welcome the...
NEW LEADERSHIP AT THE SUSTAINABLE ENERGY ASSOCIATION
The Sustainable Energy Association announces a significant leadership transition as Dave Sowden, the original founder, takes over as interim Chief Executive following Jade Lewis’ decision to step down. Russell Dean, Residential Product Group Director for Mitsubishi...
From ‘walk-on extra’ to star of a decarbonised energy system in three easy steps.
Steven Heath from Knauf Insulation discusses the UK Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) and the steps needed to ensure they are an effective platform on which to build a decarbonised energy system.
Our Chief Executive Jade Lewis speaks at our annual parliamentary reception
This year's event was themed 'Skills Fit for the Future'Our annual Parliamentary Reception was held at the House of Lords on 12th June 2023. The event provided us with a fantastic opportunity to hear from policy makers and industry colleagues across the sector at the...
Our Chief Executive Jade Lewis speaks at the grand opening of Herschel’s New Infrared Heating Factory
Our member Herschel unveiled their brand new infrared heating production facility in Bristol last week. It was great to meet the team and celebrate the potential that infrared heating has to offer in the decarbonisation of heat and buildings and helping us to reach...
The SEA Responds to the Government’s Recent Powering Up Britain ‘Green Day’ Announcements
Last week's announcements provided some much-needed clarity on key areas of uncertainty surrounding energy efficiency and the Net Zero agenda, offering valuable insight into the Government's direction of travel and how Britain will be ‘powered up’. While we appreciate...
The SEA Releases Their Technology Agnostic Approach into Heat and Buildings Policy Report
The Sustainable Energy Association (SEA) and Partners' latest report details the benefits of a technology-agnostic approach to decarbonising buildings; tailoring solutions to achieve the best outcomes. The SEA and Partners welcome the Government’s drive towards...
Net Zero APPG – Scaling up Net Zero Homes and Buildings
Written by SEA Chief Executive Jade Lewis What policies would unlock and accelerate a just transition to Net Zero homes and buildings and deliver greener, healthier homes, buildings and communities? For those of you who don’t know the Sustainable Energy Association,...
The Benefits of a Net Zero Approach in The Pursuit of Economic Growth
As a nation, we have endured a historical change throughout the year. The transition to a new government under Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has heralded speculation on our future as we move in a new economic direction and priorities shift. The question often asked by...