London and Home Counties
Welcome to the London and Home Counties branch page
The London and Home Counties Branch is part of the energy institute acting as a hub for energy professionals in the Greater London Area and Home Counties.
Mission
Responding to the climate emergency while meeting the energy needs of the world’s growing population is one of the greatest challenges of our age. We need more, cleaner, better-managed energy - and fast. Our mission is to bring together expertise to tackle this global challenge by organising regional technical programmes of events for our members and guests.
Why engaging with the branch?
Professionals in energy have changed the world before and now we are changing it again. By engaging with the branch you will not only contribute to tackling the global energy challenge but also:
- Keep up to date with industry
- Build your professional and social networks
- Find support outside of your work environment
Get involved
We are often looking for volunteers to help develop the branch and organise a range of events. Please get in touch to find out more. Your support is invaluable.
Committee contact
To contact the branch, please email londonhc@energyinst.org.
Events and training
Level 3: Advanced Energy Manager
27-09-2021
This 10-day course is an advanced qualification aiming to support experienced energy managers to further advance their careers by gaining the skills and knowledge required to function successfully at a senior level and be able to manage energy across a wide range of business areas, activities and pa...
Level 1: Certificate in Energy Management Essentials - October 2021
4-10-2021
About: This introductory 5 day classroom course provides a comprehensive, practical overview of the fundamentals of energy management, equipping participants with all the essential knowledge and skills they need to save energy, reduce operational costs and carbon emissions, comply with legislat...
Supply and Distribution Economics
12-10-2021
This 4-day training course is designed for those who are or will be operating in the Supply & Distribution functions and will provide the background knowledge to allow them to make the right decisions on how to supply the network at the right cost.
Human Factors Foundation - October 2021
18-10-2021
This 5-day course delivers a comprehensive introduction into human factors for non-specialists. It provides a practical, engaging and interactive background to key topic areas, as well as to how human and organisational factors can be applied within the workplace.
Energy Storage Fundamentals for Energy Security - October 2021
21-10-2021
<p> This 2-day virtual blended training course will allow you to gain a comprehensive understanding of energy security awareness and learn how to achieve energy security at national and power generator levels. It provides knowledge of energy storage systems as we transition to low carbon ...
Publications and documents
11 Jun 2018
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E.On Energy Institute London 18 Jan 18
11 Jun 2018
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EI London Lecture - Maximising wind power: How far can the technology go?
11 Jun 2018
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Energie Sprong UK Energy Institute London 18th Jan
11 Jun 2018
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Fuellers Conversation 9th May 2017
11 Jun 2018
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Future for Diesel Slides EI London 1
11 Jun 2018
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Hodkinson Energy Institute London 18th Jan
11 Jun 2018
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Innovate UK Energy Institute London 18th Jan
11 Jun 2018
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London and Home Counties Energy Slam 13th November 2017 1
11 Jun 2018
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Latest news
Geothermal heat pump to join London district energy scheme
29-06-2021
E.ON has announced the start of a £4mn project to install one of the UK’s largest zero carbon heating and cooling systems beneath the streets of London, with a new heat pump being added to at the Citigen energy centre in the heart of London’s square mile. This will draw from the natural warmth of th...
London’s King’s Cross switches to biomethane
12-05-2021
Bioenergy investment company Iona Capital has agreed a deal with King’s Cross in London which will see the 27-ha estate – including 2,000 homes, plus offices, retail and dining space – switch entirely to green gas. King’s Cross will reduce its carbon footprint by around 50% as a result.Facilit...
‘First’ 27 tonne zero emission vehicle for London deliveries
13-04-2021
Insulation and building product distribution company CCF has worked with Electra Commercial Vehicles to launch what it says is the UK’s first 27 tonne curtainside battery electric vehicle (BEV). The vehicle includes 287 kWh traction batteries. The new 27 tonne BEV is the product of three years ...
Charging London’s electric buses
16-01-2021
London bus operator Tower Transit has reinforced the move towards zero emissions in the capital by switching more than 10% of its fleet at Westbourne Park Garage to fully electric vehicles.The first buses in an order for 37 Optare battery-electric Metrodeckers were delivered in September last year. ...
New district heating schemes for London and Solihull
19-11-2020
District heating is going through a period of expansion in the UK, with innovative projects planned for two areas of London and Solihull town centre in the Midlands.First, ENGIE has signed a 25-year agreement for the provision of low-carbon district energy services at the landmark Battersea Power St...