Event Dates:10 Nov, 2026, 12:00-13:00
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Electrification of the Built Environment: Barriers and Enablers Launch

Join us for the launch of UKGBC’s latest report examining the state of play across energy infrastructure and distribution systems and the barriers and enablers to support the transition.
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The UK’s energy infrastructure and distribution system (EIDS) underpins the delivery of legally binding net zero targets. It is being fundamentally reshaped by electrification of heat and transport, rapid growth in renewable generation, and increased pressure on ageing infrastructure.

This event will launch a new UKGBC report exploring the barriers to and enablers of electrification to support more informed decision-making across the built environment as the UK transitions to net zero.

The management of the UK energy system is increasing in complexity, driven by rising electricity demand, the decentralisation of generation, and the inherent variability of renewables. A lack of system-wide thinking on electrification, particularly from the built environment perspective, is a challenge we can no longer afford if we are to meet the UK’s energy security goals and strengthen system resilience. A more coordinated, evidence-led approach is critical to improving energy sovereignty and minimising exposure to volatile energy prices and fuel poverty. This report aims to support more informed decision-making by those across EIDS and the built environment through the identification of barriers and enablers.

You’ll leave with a holistic view of the barriers and enablers to electrification of the UK’s energy system, as well as opportunities for innovation and collaboration between the built environment and energy sectors.

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Why Attend?

Discover the barriers and enablers

affecting the pace, cost, and deliverability of the UK’s electricity transition.

Hear from an expert panel

on the future of energy infrastructure and distribution in the UK.

Leave with actionable insights and examples

into how to harness cross-sector collaboration to improve flexibility, coordination and resilience

Who Should Attend?

The report explores barriers and enablers in the energy system and we welcome stakeholders from across the energy infrastructure and distribution system (demand, supply/generation, and network).

These may include:

  • Developers, asset owners, investors, occupiers and facility management teams.
  • Consultants, architects and contractors.
  • Local authorities and public bodies.
  • Large electricity users and infrastructure developers.
  • Flexibility and local energy market participants.
  • Electricity system stakeholders, including Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), Transmission Owners, the system operator (NESO), energy suppliers and regulators.
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