Meet The Contractor – Warm Homes Collaboration

2nd December 2026 · 10:30am – 3:30pm

Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa, Bolton BL7 9PZ

The Energy Efficiency Association CIC (EEA), alongside the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, UK Plumbing Supplies (UKPS) and Graham The Plumbers’ Merchant, proudly presents Meet The Contractor – Manchester

Description

Taking place at Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa, Manchester, on Wednesday 2nd December 2026, this regional Meet The Contractor event brings together contractors, suppliers and key organisations from across the Greater Manchester energy efficiency and Warm Homes supply chain.

Working alongside the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, UK Plumbing Supplies (UKPS) and Graham's Manchester, the event provides a valuable opportunity for organisations involved in the delivery of retrofit, energy efficiency and Warm Homes programmes across Greater Manchester to connect, collaborate and build relationships.

This is not a traditional conference. It is a focused networking and collaboration event designed to connect contractors, local authorities, retrofit and energy efficiency specialists, manufacturers, suppliers and other organisations supporting the delivery of energy efficiency and Warm Homes projects across the region.

With 43 exhibition stands and 8 dedicated Meet & Greet stands, attendees will have plenty of opportunities to meet potential partners, discover new products and services, strengthen existing relationships and explore new opportunities across Greater Manchester and the wider supply chain.

The day is designed around meaningful conversations and making the right connections, creating an informal but focused environment where attendees can meet the organisations, contractors and suppliers helping to deliver energy efficiency improvements across the region.

Tickets

Available Tickets: Up to 250

EEA Members: £25.00 +VAT

Non-Members: £25.00 +VAT

Call the EEA on 01691 680960 for more information

Itinerary

Meet Our Speakers

Dynamic professionals passionate about delivering the best insights

Gary Braybrooke

Founder & Chief Executive

Energy Efficiency Association

Gary Braybrooke is a distinguished leader in the energy efficiency sector, serving as the founding Chief Executive of the Energy Efficiency Association (EEA). He is widely recognised for his exceptional ability to foster collaboration across the industry and his unwavering commitment to advancing energy efficiency and combating fuel poverty. Before founding the EEA, Gary was instrumental in the creation of the Energy Efficiency Awards, which he has successfully managed for the past decade. These awards have become a cornerstone of the industry, highlighting and celebrating excellence in energy efficiency. With a professional background in publishing and sales, Gary brings a wealth of experience in communication and stakeholder engagement. His expertise has been pivotal in driving the success of the initiatives he leads. In his personal life, Gary is an ardent supporter of Liverpool FC and a dedicated cricket enthusiast.

Marissa Looby

Home Energy Lead

North West Net Zero Hub

Marissa Looby is the Home Energy Lead at the North West Net Zero Hub, supporting local authorities, housing providers and industry partners to deliver retrofit at scale across the region. She works across all five sub regions of the North West to coordinate programmes, share best practice, strengthen supply chains and address cross cutting challenges such as skills, quality and delivery consistency. Marissa has worked across built environment roles in Sydney, London and the North West in planning, design, energy and infrastructure. She is also a registered architect in New South Wales, Australia, and has led major public projects in Sydney and New York, bringing a practical, whole system perspective to decarbonising homes and places.

Exhibitors

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UK Plumbing Supplies

UK Plumbing Supplies operate from over 300 individual locations and serve all aspects of the marketplace from plumbing and heating to bathrooms and renewables.

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Greater Manchester Combined Authority

Greater Manchester is one of the countrys most successful city-regions. Home to more than 3 million people and with an economy bigger than that of Wales or Northern Ireland.

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Bosch Thermotechnology Ltd

Bosch Thermotechnology Ltd has specialised in industrial boiler construction since it was established in 1865, gaining extensive knowledge and experience in this time.

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Consult Net Zero

At Consult Net Zero, we help social landlords and local authorities to enhance energy performance, reduce fuel poverty, and create sustainable communities

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Ebac Group

1972 Elliott Brothers Air Control was founded in 1972. After a brief period working for other people - John Elliott made the decision to go it alone and so Ebac was born.

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North West Net Zero Hub

The North West Net Zero Hub supports organisations across the North West of England to identify, develop and implement energy projects.

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Resideo

Todays homeowners need help navigating the crowded markets and messaging of smart, reliable and intelligent home offerings.

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YES Energy Solutions

YES Energy Solutions is an award-winning Community Interest Company dedicated to reducing CO2 and alleviating fuel poverty.

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Graham Manchester

We operate under a highly decentralised business model, allowing our experienced local teams to be the primary decision makers for our customers.

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PAS Safe Solutions

PAS Safe Solutions are the specialist ECO supplies company which brings a variety of solutions to Energy Company Obligation installations.

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Floorplan

Call the EEA on 01691 680960 to book a stand

Venue Information

Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa

Hospital Rd

Bromley Cross

Bolton

North West

BL7 9PZ

Contact: 01204 873500

Hotel and Spa is located on the outskirts of Bolton in picturesque Bromley Cross

Directions

1 mile from Bromley Cross rail station. Manchester city centre is just 25 minutes' drive away

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

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