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Climate change and sustainability

The climate emergency is one that is now front and foremost for the social housing sector. As event organisers we have been doing all we can to ensure our portfolio is sustainable.

We are working with our supply chain for HOMES UK and Unlock Net Zero Live and would like all attendees to support this, where possible:-

Use recycling bins available around the venue
Bring a refillable water bottle with you - filtered water stations are available at the venue
Bring a refillable coffee cup with you – this can be filled up at the retail catering points when purchasing a drink
Consider all transport options – local transport – car share, tram, bus, walk, cycle, skateboard!

ExCeL has also taken a significant step on its journey to net zero by becoming carbon neutral certified find out more here

We have:-

Reduced all print material and switched to digital signage (an event app replaces the main event guide this year)
Built a sustainable, reusable show, where possible
Urged exhibitors to not bring any single-use plastic giveaways
Sourced local food for all catering, where possible
Supplied walking maps which can be found here

Still need convincing?

Don't take our word for it, our visitors speak for themselves...

“A fascinating couple of days, the debates and discussions covered a huge variety of topics with expert and knowledgeable speakers. Really enjoyed it.”

Asset management manager, Housing Association

“A great return on time investment. Put next year's event dates in your diary, right now”

Programme analyst, Islington Council

“Excellent event with a specific focus on working towards net zero. Well worth the trip with several new connections made and less than a week later we are already in discussions for future collaborations.”

Operations planning manager, Orbit

“HOMES UK is a very good event and a must-do for all in the industry.”

Head of construction, Bromford

“HOMES UK was a highly effective event with a great mix of attendees from almost every housing association in the country.”

Marketing executive, Pinacl Solutions UK

“I always enjoy going to HOMES UK and catching up on the latest suppliers and thinking. It's definitely one of the highlights of the asset management year!”

Director of assets & services, Raven Housing Trust

“I found the talks really interesting and considering it is free for local authorities, I think it is a great learning/development opportunity to keep up to date with conversations happening in the housing sector.”

Housing manager, Local Authority

“It helped us, so I know it can help someone else”.

allpay Ltd

“It is the one place where everyone comes together. What a great way to market and showcase your products”

LivGreen

“People were very friendly and willing to chat. Lots of leads were generated.”

Novus

“The connections that can be made are great and deliver a world of opportunities. The topics covered in the programme are excellent.”

Development manager, Housing Association

“This was a dynamic event with a great mix of talks, encouraging bold conversations about net zero. The stalls were great for getting a breadth of understanding about the different suppliers there are.”

Board member, Trident Housing

“Unlock Net Zero Live was a dynamic conference with great speakers and engaging discussion. Will see you next year!”

Kensington and Chelsea Council

“We had a great time. We met some amazing people and felt very welcomed by everyone.”

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*HOMES UK and Unlock Net Zero Live is free to housing associations, local authorities, public sector, housebuilders, master developers, funders, architects, planners and BTR landlords, student accommodation, retirement living and extra-care providers. Fees will apply to other commercial organisations.