Commercial Property and Renewable Energy
Please note timings of talks are subject to change.
Chair for the day:
Flemmich Webb is a journalist and editor specialising in business and sustainability, green living and the low carbon economy. He writes for national and international media outlets across a range of print and online platforms. Read his work at mantis-communications.co.uk. Twitter:@Flemmich.
09.15-09.45: Funding, Incentives & tax breaks for property developers
Appreciate how to improve cash flow and the opportunity for real after tax savings by ensuring that as much expenditure as possible qualifies for 100% tax relief. Enhanced capital allowances mean that going green doesn’t have to be the expensive option!
Stuart Robb Partner Baker Tilley Accountants
Stuart Robb Partner Baker Tilley Accountants
10.00-10.30: Case study Brighton and Hove City Council: Renewable energy study
Hear about the findings from the recent studies, what are the pros & cons of renewable options and where can they be installed?
Francesca Iliffe Sustainability Officer Brighton & Hove City Council
& Matthew Turner Principle EngineerAECOM
Francesca Iliffe Sustainability Officer Brighton & Hove City Council
& Matthew Turner Principle EngineerAECOM
10.45-11.15: Energy efficiency & renewable energy: How they fit within the planning process
Find out how including sustainability measures in property developments can help you engage with local authority planning processes and make your scheme successful.
Sarah Holmes Associate Pegasus Planning Group
Sarah Holmes Associate Pegasus Planning Group
11.30-12.00: Reducing hurdles to growth for community energy & low carbon projects
Be inspired by Carbon Leapfrog, a unique charity that connects carbon reduction projects with passionate professionals who are committed to combating climate change. Find out how supported projects are provided with high-value, pro bono advice to help overcome hurdles to their progress.
Clare Hierons Chief Executive Officer Carbon Leapfrog
Clare Hierons Chief Executive Officer Carbon Leapfrog
12.15-12.45: Alternative financing for renewable energy
Find out about a new source of funding for renewable energy projects worldwide, by connecting businesses that are building solar parks and other forms of renewables with people who want to make a profit and a difference.
Bruce Davis Managing Director Abundance Generation
Bruce Davis Managing Director Abundance Generation
12.55-13.25 Case study: Lessons from Birmingham Energy Savers
An overview of the Birmingham Energy Savers programme, the challenges that were faced, the success & lessons learned and the implications on Green Deal policy going forward.
John Swinney Director Carillion Energy Services
John Swinney Director Carillion Energy Services
13.35-14.05: The Renewable Heat Incentive - how does it work?
What are the technologies that benefit from the Renewable Heat Incentive & how can it benefit you financially?
Emma Pinchbeck Policy Adviser Micropower Council
Emma Pinchbeck Policy Adviser Micropower Council
14.15-14.45: Case study: Can energy and resource efficiency ever achieve Google Scale?
Hear from the former Green Energy manager at Google on the role energy management software and smart use of information can play in reducing energy use.
Ben Kott CEO & Founder EnergyDeck
Ben Kott CEO & Founder EnergyDeck
14.45-15.15: Building Information Management - what the Public Sector and their suppliers need to know
Use of BIM will become mandated by the Public Sector & their suppliers from 2016 so come to this session to find out what will be needed and how you can benefit.
Matthew Saunders Associate Director, Built Environment RICS
Matthew Saunders Associate Director, Built Environment RICS
15.30-16.00: Case study InterContinental Hotels Group: the benefits of making a hotel more energy efficient
Understand the financial, environmental & customer service benefits from energy efficiency measures in both new build hotels and retrofits. Particularly of interest to property professionals interested to hear 'why energy efficiency pays' and isn't just a punitive cost.
Robert McCann Corporate Responsibility Manager- Environmental Sustainability InterContinental Hotels Group
Robert McCann Corporate Responsibility Manager- Environmental Sustainability InterContinental Hotels Group
16.00-16.30 The Power of Reputation
Over recent years the shift from off-line marketing to on-line marketing has been dramatic. Simply having an internet site is also no longer enough, reviews have fast become the driving force of marketing. Your reviews are your reputation, building this will only result in more calls and more work. But what are the pit falls, how does it really work and what’s on offer out there?
Kevin Byrne Managing Director Checkatrade
Kevin Byrne Managing Director Checkatrade