PEPA conference set to accelerate UK's move towards energy-efficient buildings
The Property Energy Professionals Association (PEPA) is calling on estate agents, conveyancers, mortgage lenders, brokers, and other property professionals to attend its significant upcoming conference focused on energy efficiency reforms impacting the property sector. Scheduled for Tuesday 2 December 2025, the event will be held at Riverside Court Pride Park in Derby, positioning itself as a pivotal gathering amid ongoing and forthcoming government consultations on home buying and selling procedures and energy performance regulations.
This year’s PEPA conference promises to be particularly momentous, with senior government officials set to present on topics including the imminent reform of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs), updates to Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) for both domestic and commercial buildings, and the implications of the Future Homes Standard alongside the Home Energy model. PEPA chair Andrew Parkin emphasised the significance of the event, describing it as “likely to be the most momentous event the association has ever held” due to the breadth of reforms and the opportunity for direct dialogue between property professionals and government representatives.
In addition to presentations, the conference will facilitate interaction through question-and-answer sessions with officials from ministries such as the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). Delegates will also have networking opportunities during refreshment and lunch breaks, enabling them to connect with peers and key stakeholders involved in energy assessment and property services. The event is open to all property professionals as well as the energy assessor community, reflecting PEPA’s broader mission to foster collaboration across the sector.
As a professional trade body, PEPA represents companies engaged in delivering EPCs, Display Energy Certificates (DECs), and Air Conditioning Inspection Reports (ACIRs). The association works closely with various government departments and organisations like Ofgem, the Energy Saving Trust, and TrustMark, advocating for enhanced energy efficiency in UK buildings. A key strategic goal articulated in the PEPA Manifesto is to ensure all UK buildings have valid EPCs, Asset Ratings, and Operational Ratings within five years, empowering occupants with clear information to improve energy performance.
The conference will also support professional development, offering attendees up to five Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points accredited for participation. Confirmed speakers include representatives from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, DESNZ, and the Scottish Government, highlighting the event’s national significance. Attendees can expect comprehensive coverage of the latest policy developments affecting energy assessments and property transactions.
This event arrives at a time when the property sector faces increasing regulatory pressure to meet stringent energy efficiency and carbon reduction targets, reflecting government priorities on sustainability and net zero ambitions. Other sector-focused events scheduled close to this date include The Property Institute’s London Regional event, which addresses related themes of competence, legislation, and procurement, and a virtual conference focused on property issues such as valuation and legal updates. Collectively, these forums indicate a sector-wide push to adapt to evolving environmental standards and market expectations.
Industry stakeholders keen to understand how proposed reforms will impact their roles and responsibilities are likely to find the PEPA Conference a crucial platform. By fostering dialogue between policymakers and property professionals, the event aims to smooth the transition towards greener, more energy-efficient buildings—a central component of the UK’s broader climate strategy.