Launched in February 2025, Electrifying our Future celebrates the essential role of the electrotechnical sector in powering the UK’s energy transition, safely. Through collaboration, cutting-edge technology, and a shared commitment to risk management and system reliability, the series highlights the changemakers and innovations accelerating the journey to net zero while tackling the critical challenges of energy security and safety.
Created in partnership with the Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA), the series launched on February 27th.
This series dives into how electrification lies at the heart of the UK’s journey to a sustainable future, and a successful transition depends on more than just innovation — it requires safety, security, and reliability at every stage. From integrating renewable energy and smart infrastructure to transforming transport, housing, and industry, electrification is reshaping modern life. Electrotechnical professionals are not only driving this progress but also ensuring that the shift to a low-carbon world is safe, resilient, and built to last.
The series highlights the essential steps needed to scale up efforts in the sector, from addressing the skills gap and improving workforce training to adopting emerging technologies and optimising existing low-carbon systems. By spotlighting the key players, policies, and innovations driving this change, Electrifying our Future provides a roadmap for navigating the challenges ahead and seizing the opportunities of tomorrow’s energy landscape.
The digital series features insights from industry leaders, including:
- Mark Coles, Head of Technical Regulations at the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
- Andrew Eldred, COO of the Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA)
- Robert Birch, Policy Manager at Energy UK
- Luke Osborne, Deputy Technical Director at Electrical Safety First
- Ruth Devine, MBE Managing Director, SJD Associates & Chair, The Electrotechnical Skills Partnership
- Faye Burnett, Programme Director for the Super Sector Installer Programme at Mace Group
- Kelly Butler, Strategy Director at BEAMA
- Gary Parker, Head of Technical Standards at ECA
- Alan Wilson, Managing Director at SELECT
The series has also attracted support from prominent organisations including Megger, PowerCor, JTL, Calisen, Luceco, SES, AMP, Simpro, Hispec, NIBE, Rexel, Chameleon, ABB and EnergyAce. These organisations demonstrate a shared commitment to advancing the electrical contracting industry’s role in the UK’s decarbonisation efforts, and they are helping shape the future of a more sustainable, electrified economy.
