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Shaping the future of retrofit: Introducing the 2026 steering group

As the curators of The National Retrofit Conference, The Retrofit Academy has brought together a new Steering Group to help shape the programme for the 2026 National Retrofit Conference, taking place from 12 – 14 May at Excel London, part of Futurebuild 2026.

The National Retrofit Conference is the UK’s flagship event focused on the delivery of high-quality, scalable retrofit. To ensure the 2026 edition reflects the latest thinking, challenges, and innovations in the sector, we’ve assembled a group of leading voices to guide its development.

Chaired by David Pierpoint, Founder and Chief Executive of The Retrofit Academy, the National Retrofit Conference Steering Group includes senior figures from across policy, housing and construction.

The Steering Group will play a key role in curating a compelling, insight-led agenda, driving conversations that support the delivery of retrofit at pace and scale.

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MEET THE STEERING GROUP MEMBERS

Alison Skillen

Associate Director
Turner + Townsend

Ann Moore

Chief Executive
Domna

DEREK HORROCKS

Chairperson
Sustainable Building services (UK) Ltd

David Pierpoint

Chief Executive
The Retrofit Academy

Fallon Warren

Head of Environment & Sustainability
Amplius

George Simms

Head of Net Zero Homes and Communities
West midlands combined authority

HANNAH SPUNGIN

Deputy Director
Bristol city leap

JADE LEWIS

Consultant
Jade Advocacy

JAMIE ABBOTT

Strategic Advisor
Climate programme partners

MARC STEVENS

Head of Energy Engagement
Trustmark

MARK ATHERTON

Director of Environment
Greater Manchester combined authority

MARTIN HURN

Director
Futurebuild

MIKE PITTS

Deputy Challenge Director - Net Zero Heat 
Innovate UK

MUSTAFA M

Head of Decarbonisation
Morgan Sindall property services

Rachael Owen

Co-director
National retrofit hub

Sara Edmonds

Co-Director
National Retrofit Hub

Shaping the future of retrofit: Introducing the 2026 steering group

As the curators of The National Retrofit Conference, The Retrofit Academy has brought together a new Steering Group to help shape the programme for the 2026 National Retrofit Conference, taking place from 12 – 14 May at Excel London, part of Futurebuild 2026.

The National Retrofit Conference is the UK’s flagship event focused on the delivery of high-quality, scalable retrofit. To ensure the 2026 edition reflects the latest thinking, challenges, and innovations in the sector, we’ve assembled a group of leading voices to guide its development.

Chaired by David Pierpoint, Founder and Chief Executive of The Retrofit Academy, the National Retrofit Conference Steering Group includes senior figures from across policy, housing and construction.

The Steering Group will play a key role in curating a compelling, insight-led agenda, driving conversations that support the delivery of retrofit at pace and scale.

The futurebuild podcast: Retrofit series

Bringing to you our brand new Retrofit Series — a dedicated set of episodes delving into one of the most critical challenges and opportunities in the built environment. We’ll shine a light on the people, policies, and practical solutions driving progress in retrofitting existing buildings for a low-carbon future.

Tune in to hear first-hand stories of how these trailblazers are making a real difference in the built environment and beyond. Subscribe now to stay informed, inspired, and connected with the forefront of sustainable innovation.

 

Podcast episode: Retrofit reimagined: Architecture, skills, and cultural heritage

Tune in to hear from Varsha Ravichandran, Turner & Townsend and RISE Retrofit Programme


 

Podcast episode: Scaling retrofit: Funding, skills, and quality in the race to net zero

Tune in to hear from Simon Kemp, Warmworks


 

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