BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Electrical Distributors' Association - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.eda.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Electrical Distributors' Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20280326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20281029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T150000 DTSTAMP:20260818T104252Z CREATED:20260814T085613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T104252Z UID:10000093-1790172000-1790175600@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:EDA Apprenticeship Myth Busting Webinar DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Get the facts\, bust the myths\, and discover how apprenticeships can benefit your business.” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Join our EDA Apprenticeship Myth Busting Webinar as we tackle some of the most common misconceptions about apprenticeships and explain how they can support both employers and learners.\nGet clear\, practical information and answers to your apprenticeship questions.” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nFormat: Online Webinar via Teams\nTime: 2:00pm – 3.00pm\nDate: Wednesday 23 September 2026\nCost: Free to anyone from an EDA business\nWho should attend? EDA members and affiliates looking to use apprenticeships to build their talent pipeline and fill vacancies with engaged young people.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”The EDA Apprenticeship providers:” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eda.org.uk%2Ftraining-apprenticeships%2Fapprenticeship-service%2F”][vc_single_image image=”80363″ img_size=”Full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”For EDA Member Wholesalers” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”87651″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”For EDA Affiliate Businesses” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n\n \n \n 2026/09/23 EDA Apprenticeship myth busting webinar\n \n Attendee details(Required)\n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last Name\n \n \n \n Your work email(Required)\n \n Job Title(Required)Organisation(Required)CityType of businessManufacturerWholesalerWholesaler Buying GroupSolution ProviderService ProviderTrainingIndustry BodiesCAPTCHA\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/eda-apprenticeship-myth-busting-webinar/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:All EDA Events,EDA online events,Training Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/EDA-Apprenticeship-myth-busting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTSTAMP:20260908T164145Z CREATED:20220113T150653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T164145Z UID:10000021-1791244800-1791590399@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:Scottish Function 2026 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Some of the most valuable conversations happen away from the boardroom. \nThe EDS Scottish Function – hosted by the EDA’s Scottish Section – is a prestigious event for senior leaders in EDA businesses\, providing the opportunity to network with decision-makers in exclusive surroundings. \nFor more information\, please contact Maria Stritch at Corporacare on 07350 360 288 or 0117 909 9550.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_custom_heading text=”Venue Directions” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_custom_heading text=”The Gleneagles Hotel\, Auchterarder\, Perthshire\, Scotland PH3 1NF. Follow this link to the hotel website.” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fgleneagles.com%2Fdirections%2F|target:_blank|rel:nofollow”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The EDA operates a zero-tolerance policy towards victimisation and sexual harassment. \nIf you need to report instances of third-party victimisation or sexual harassment you can email Complaints@eda.org.uk in confidence.  This email address is continually monitored\, and all complaints will be taken seriously and investigated promptly.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/eda-scottish-function-2026/ LOCATION:The Gleneagles Hotel\, Auchterarder\, Perthshire Scotland PH3 1NF\, Auchterarder\, PH3 1NF\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:All EDA Events,Senior Networking Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Scottish-Function-2024.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T143000 DTSTAMP:20260908T163952Z CREATED:20260803T083941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T163952Z UID:10000089-1791381600-1791383400@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:Smarter Alarm Technology: From Detection to Data-Driven Safety DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Smarter Alarm Technology: From Detection to Data-Driven Safety” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Alarm technology is rapidly evolving. This session explores the latest advancements across fire\, carbon monoxide and environmental sensing\, to understand which sensor types are best suited to different risks and applications. We’ll also cover how connected alarm systems are transforming safety management through real-time insights\, automated alerts and improved compliance – delivering better outcomes for residents\, landlords and installers.” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nFormat: Online Webinar via Teams\nTime: 2:00pm – 2.30pm\nDate: Wednesday 7 October 2026\nCost: Free to anyone from an EDA business\nWho should attend? Business owners\, anyone interested in driving business performance\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”89643″ img_size=”200×200″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Webinar led by: Michael Wright\nHead of Product / Product Development Manager\, Aico Ltd” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n \n Attendee details(Required)\n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last Name\n \n \n \n Your work email(Required)\n \n Job Title(Required)Manager nameOrganisation(Required)Branch LocationType of businessManufacturerWholesalerWholesaler Buying GroupSolution ProviderService ProviderTrainingIndustry BodiesIf you are with an EDA Wholesaler Member please tell us if your business is part of a buying group\, a national chain\, or is independent.\n \n \n ANEW\n \n \n \n AWEBB\n \n \n \n The IBA Buying Group\n \n \n \n CEF Ltd\n \n \n \n Edmundson Electrical Ltd\n \n \n \n Fegime UK\n \n \n \n Rexel UK Ltd\n \n \n \n Stearn Electric Co Ltd\n \n \n \n Independent\n Are you\n \n \n An Apprentice\n \n \n \n An EDA Product Knowledge Module Learner\n \n \n \n Other\n CAPTCHA\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/smarter-alarm-technology-from-detection-to-data-driven-safety/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Training Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Events-Headings-810-x-375-px.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261023T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261023T123000 DTSTAMP:20260908T164240Z CREATED:20251021T120213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T164240Z UID:10000015-1792753200-1792758600@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:Q4 2026 Talking Shop Live Online: Industry Insight in 90 Minutes DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Talking Shop Live Online: Industry Insight in 90 Minutes” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nStay informed alongside the 100+ attendees each quarter from EDA businesses\nHear first-hand the results of the latest State of the Sector Survey\, where EDA Wholesalers and Manufacturers share their views on the current business climate\nBenchmark your business against peers on key challenges and opportunities\nStay ahead of emerging trends\, challenges\, and market shifts\nGain fresh perspectives from expert guest speakers\nVirtual format means you get you maximum value and minimal disruption to your day\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”This session will be on Teams.\nOnce you’ve filled in the form\, look out for the email with your Microsoft Teams link.” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Special Guest\nPeter Hill\, Accountant and Business Consultant” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”90251″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_btn title=”Missed any of Peter’s webinars? Watch on demand on the EDA’s YouTube channel” style=”custom” custom_background=”#DD3333″ custom_text=”#FFFFFF” size=”lg” i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-brands fa-youtube” css_animation=”flipInX” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fyoutube.com%2Fplaylist%3Flist%3DPL3D839mRVjCP2imBy5qHfRKQdTBLl8LKX%26si%3DH0BVaA2lHHlvmGvE|target:_blank|rel:nofollow”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n \n \n Q4 2026 Talking Shop Live Online: Industry Insight in 90 Minutes\n \n Attendee details(Required)\n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Surname\n \n \n \n Your work email(Required)\n \n Organisation Name(Required)Organisation TypeWholesalerManufacturerSolution ProviderService ProviderIndustry BodiesTrade Press & PR AgenciesTrainingJob Title(Required)CAPTCHA\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/q4-2026-talking-shop/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:All EDA Events,EDA online events,Talking Shop Dialogues ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-Talking-Shop-Live-Online.png ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T143000 DTSTAMP:20260818T102218Z CREATED:20260803T084250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T102218Z UID:10000090-1793800800-1793802600@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:EU Battery Legislations and Battery Disposal: A Practical Guide for The Electrical Trade DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”EU Battery Legislations and Battery Disposal: A Practical Guide for The Electrical Trade” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”The EU’s updated battery regulations aim to ensure sustainability across the entire battery lifecycle. While several changes have already been implemented\, more significant and cost-intensive requirements are set to take effect in 2026 and 2027. This session will provide an overview of the key regulatory developments\, explore their implications for manufacturers\, and outline the practical steps needed to achieve compliance.” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nFormat: Online Webinar via Teams\nTime: 2:00pm – 2.30pm\nDate: Wednesday 4 November 2026\nCost: Free to anyone from an EDA business\nWho should attend? Business owners\, anyone interested in driving business performance\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”89645″ img_size=”200×200″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Webinar led by:Daniel Bullen\nBusiness Development & Trade Marketing Manager\, Procell by the Duracell Company” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n \n Attendee details(Required)\n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last Name\n \n \n \n Your work email(Required)\n \n Job Title(Required)Manager nameOrganisation(Required)Branch LocationType of businessManufacturerWholesalerWholesaler Buying GroupSolution ProviderService ProviderTrainingIndustry BodiesIf you are with an EDA Wholesaler Member please tell us if your business is part of a buying group\, a national chain\, or is independent.\n \n \n ANEW\n \n \n \n AWEBB\n \n \n \n The IBA Buying Group\n \n \n \n CEF Ltd\n \n \n \n Edmundson Electrical Ltd\n \n \n \n Fegime UK\n \n \n \n Rexel UK Ltd\n \n \n \n Stearn Electric Co Ltd\n \n \n \n Independent\n Are you\n \n \n An Apprentice\n \n \n \n An EDA Product Knowledge Module Learner\n \n \n \n Other\n CAPTCHA\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/eu-battery-legislations-and-battery-disposal-a-practical-guide-for-the-electrical-trade/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Training Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Events-Headings-810-x-375-px.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T170000 DTSTAMP:20260909T181511Z CREATED:20260901T122735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T181511Z UID:10000095-1794474000-1794502800@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:Power It Up: EDA Industry Insight Conference 2026 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”This year’s Power It Up Conference venue: Carden Park Hotel and Spa\, a luxury 1\,000-acre hotel\, golf and spa resort set in the Cheshire countryside near Chester.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_single_image image=”90501″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_btn title=”Book your place now” style=”custom” custom_background=”#252946″ custom_text=”#FFFFFF” size=”lg” i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-solid fa-computer-mouse” css=”” add_icon=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eda.org.uk%2Fevent-calendar-single%2Fpower-it-up-eda-industry-insight-conference-2026%2F%23register2026″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1788282042557{border-color: #000000 !important;}”][vc_tta_accordion style=”outline” color=”mulled-wine” c_align=”center” c_position=”left” active_section=”” no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” title=”Power It Up 2026 – The Future is Electric – Speaker Programme”][vc_tta_section title=”Welcome and Introductions” tab_id=”1788285375146-57037a7e-6972″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”86510″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”David Moore\nEDA President\nDirector\, Medlock Electrical Distributors Ltd” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”53339″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Margaret Fitzsimons\nEDA CEO” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Morning Programme – Session 1″ tab_id=”1788260547009-084afbef-5765″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”The Construction Forecast” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”84618″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Professor Noble Francis\nEconomics Director\, Construction Products Association (CPA) and Professor of Construction Economics at The Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction\, UCL” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal” css=””][vc_empty_space][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Professor Francis’s presentation will be followed by a panel discussion and Q&A” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Moderator” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23C25219″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”86510″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”David Moore\nEDA President\nDirector\, Medlock Electrical Distributors Ltd” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Panellists” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23C25219″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Construction Products Association” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”84618″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Professor Noble Francis\nEconomics Director\nConstruction Products Association” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_custom_heading text=”The RMI Sector” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_single_image image=”81771″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Brian Berry\nCEO\nFederation of Master Builders” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Small House Builders” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_single_image image=”87800″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Chris Carr\nFounder\nCarr & Carr (Builders) Ltd and former President of the Federation of Master Builders” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Large House Builders” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_single_image image=”85495″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Laura Markus\nPolicy and External Affairs Manager\nHome Builders Federation” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_custom_heading text=”Data Centres” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_empty_space height=”25px”][vc_single_image image=”90522″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Becky Mangnall\nCommercial Manager – Secure Power Division\nSchneider Electric” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Morning Programme – Session 2″ tab_id=”1788260547021-0369febe-1986″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”The 2nd Electrical Enlightenment: Larger\, Faster\, Stronger\nThe rapid changes happening across the electrical sector\, global to local growth and the impacts on housing\, businesses\, society and the economy.” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”90518″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Professor Sean Smith\nChair of Future Construction\, Director of Centre for Future Infrastructure\, and lead UKRI Centre for Net Zero High Density Buildings\nUniversity of Edinburgh” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal” css=””][vc_empty_space][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Professor Smith’s presentation will be followed by a panel discussion and Q&A” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_custom_heading text=”Moderator” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23C25219″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”90515″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Luke Osborne\nTechnical Director\nElectrical Safety First” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Panellists” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23C25219″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_custom_heading text=”Centre for Future Infrastructure\, UKRI Centre for Net Zero High Density Buildings\nUniversity of Edinburgh” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”90518″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Professor Sean Smith” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_custom_heading text=”ECA\, Excellence in Electrotechnical and Engineering Services” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”90507″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Mike Smith\nPolicy Lead – Competence\nECA\, Excellence in Electrotechnical and Engineering Services” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_custom_heading text=”SELECT\, the trade association for the electrotechnical contracting industry in Scotland” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”90506″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Robert McGoogan\nDirector of Technical Services\nSELECT” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_custom_heading text=”Certsure / NICEIC” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”85495″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Clair Mowbray\nCEO\nCertsure / NICEIC” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Lunch” tab_id=”1788279457342-68dc5540-4f19″][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Afternoon Programme – Session 1″ tab_id=”1788281262453-4015ea1a-54cb”][vc_custom_heading text=”From Ontario\, Canada: Elaine Gerrie-Valentini and Heather Gerrie-Kwant\, co-presidents of Gerrie Electric tell the story of how they took over the helm of the family’s business in 2015\, following in the footsteps of their father who started the company in 1957.” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”90519″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Heather Gerrie-Kwant\nCo-President\nGerrie Electric Wholesale Ltd\, Burlington\, Ontario\, Canada” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”90520″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Elaine Gerrie-Valentini\nCo President\nGerrie Electric Wholesale Ltd\, Burlington\, Ontario\, Canada” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Heather and Elaine Gerrie’s presentation will be followed by a panel discussion and Q&A” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”90519″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Heather Gerrie-Kwant\nCo-President\nGerrie Electric Wholesale Ltd\, Burlington\, Ontario\, Canada” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”90520″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Elaine Gerrie-Valentini\nCo President\nGerrie Electric Wholesale Ltd\, Burlington\, Ontario\, Canada” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”78049″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Speaker to be confirmed” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”78049″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_outline_circle” border_color=”white” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Speaker to be confirmed” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Afternoon Programme – Session 2″ tab_id=”1788283349786-f8540f27-645c”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”From Stockholm\, Sweden: Our Miswired Worldview – get fascinating insights into “factfullness“ – the stress-reducing habit of only carrying opinions for which you have strong supporting facts” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_single_image image=”90510″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Ola Rosling\nPresident and co-founder of Gapminder Foundation” font_container=”tag:h6|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Closing remarks” tab_id=”1788283385189-60e71336-269a”][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_custom_heading text=”The conference will be followed by an evening networking dinner” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1787933346546{background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”With thanks to our conference sponsors for making Power It Up 2026 possible” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ 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sales are initially limited to two per EDA business. Please complete a separate form for each delegate booking. If you would like to enquire about purchasing more than two tickets please contact Nancy Adolpho on 020 3141 7355 or email nancy.adolpho@eda.org.uk” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”register2026″][vc_column]\n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Job Title*Mobile*Organisation Name*Organisation Type*EDA Affiliate ( Manufacturer\, Solution Provider\, Service Provider)EDA Member (Wholesaler\, Wholesaler Buying group)Industry BodiesTrade press & PR AgenciesTraining providerPower It Up 2026 Ticket Options - please tick one only*You will recieve an invoice for the cost of the ticket you have chosen. \n\nTo change your ticket option please contact Nancy Adolpho\, Executive Assistant\, 020 3141 7355\, as soon as possible. £300+VAT ticket: includes the Conference and Networking Dinner£175+VAT ticket: Conference OnlyPlease let us know if you have any specific dietary requirements/food allergiesCAPTCHA\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Power It Up 2026 Venue: Carden Park Hotel and Spa\, Broxton Road\, Chester CH3 9DQ” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”700 free parking spaces at Carden Park \nChester is the nearest rail station – it’s c.14 miles away” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/power-it-up-eda-industry-insight-conference-2026/ LOCATION:Carden Park Hotel & Spa\, Chester\, Carden Park Hotel & Spa\, Chester\, CH3 9DQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:All EDA Events,Senior Networking Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Website-banner-with-new-logo-and-font.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T143000 DTSTAMP:20260908T164423Z CREATED:20260825T081624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T164423Z UID:10000094-1794924000-1794925800@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for manufacturers: what they are\, why they matter\, and how to get started DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”This session is designed to help manufacturers of electrotechnical products understand Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and why the wholesale channel and their customers need them.” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Anyone is welcome to join\, but this session will be tailored to manufacturers. The EDA is planning a second webinar aimed at a wholesaler audience.” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23DD3333″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text=”Here’s what this webinar will cover” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Richard Appleton\, Head of Digitalisation at the EDA will introduce the session\, explaining how the latest technical developments in the EDATA data pool make it the perfect portal through which manufacturers can share their EPDs with their supply chain customers. \nEDA Affiliate One Click LCA’s Martin McGrenaghan will explain why demand for EPDs is rising\, driven by procurement requirements\, green building certifications such as BREEAM\, and growing pressure across the supply chain for verified carbon data. \nThe session will cover the fundamentals of EPDs: what they are\, the standards behind them (including EN 15804)\, and how they differ from other sustainability claims. Martin will walk through the practical steps of creating an EPD\, from data collection to third-party verification\, and what manufacturers need in place before starting the process. \nBy attending this session\, you will understand whether your products need an EPD\, what buyers expect to see\, and how to plan a realistic path to creating one.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nFormat: Online Webinar via Teams\nTime: 2:00pm – 2.30pm\nDate: Tuesday 17 November 2026\nCost: Free to anyone from an EDA business\nWho should attend? EDA manufacturers of electrotechnical products who want to understand EPDs and meet growing demand for verified carbon data.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Webinar Presenters” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”64956″ img_size=”200×200″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Richard Appleton\nHead of Digitalisation\nElectrical Distributors’ Association” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”88309″ img_size=”Small” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” css=”” link=”https://www.eda.org.uk/edata/”][vc_single_image image=”90471″ img_size=”200×200″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Martin McGrenaghan\nBusiness Development Manager\nOne Click LCA” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_single_image image=”90075″ img_size=”Medium” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space]\n \n Attendee details(Required)\n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last Name\n \n \n \n Your work email(Required)\n \n Job Title(Required)Organisation(Required)CityType of businessManufacturerWholesalerWholesaler Buying GroupSolution ProviderService ProviderTrainingIndustry BodiesCAPTCHA\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/epd-webinar/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:All EDA Events,EDA online events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/EPD-Webinar-2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261202T143000 DTSTAMP:20260818T101202Z CREATED:20260803T084646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T101202Z UID:10000091-1796220000-1796221800@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:Elevate Your Expertise in Cable Marking and Identification DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Elevate Your Expertise in Cable Marking and Identification” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Identification of cables and components doesn’t have to be complicated. In this 30-minute masterclass\, we’ll identify how easy it can be to quickly and accurately mark various components and import data. Perfect for wholesalers looking to boost efficiency and expertise.” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nFormat: Online Webinar via Teams\nTime: 2:00pm – 2.30pm\nDate: Wednesday 2 December 2026\nCost: Free to anyone from an EDA business\nWho should attend? Business owners\, anyone interested in driving business performance\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”89638″ img_size=”200×200″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”Webinar led by: John Summers\nBusiness Development Manager\, Cembre Ltd” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n \n Attendee details(Required)\n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last Name\n \n \n \n Your work email(Required)\n \n Job Title(Required)Manager nameOrganisation(Required)Branch LocationType of businessManufacturerWholesalerWholesaler Buying GroupSolution ProviderService ProviderTrainingIndustry BodiesIf you are with an EDA Wholesaler Member please tell us if your business is part of a buying group\, a national chain\, or is independent.\n \n \n ANEW\n \n \n \n AWEBB\n \n \n \n The IBA Buying Group\n \n \n \n CEF Ltd\n \n \n \n Edmundson Electrical Ltd\n \n \n \n Fegime UK\n \n \n \n Rexel UK Ltd\n \n \n \n Stearn Electric Co Ltd\n \n \n \n Independent\n Are you\n \n \n An Apprentice\n \n \n \n An EDA Product Knowledge Module Learner\n \n \n \n Other\n CAPTCHA\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/elevate-your-expertise-in-cable-marking-and-identification/ LOCATION:Virtual\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Training Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Events-Headings-810-x-375-px.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270225 DTSTAMP:20260908T165115Z CREATED:20260410T092312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T165115Z UID:10000085-1803427200-1803513599@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:Digitalisation Forum & Data Quality Awards 2027 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Join the forward thinkers: this event is open to anyone EDA Members\, EDA Affiliates\, and Manufacturers in the EDATA data pool” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”- Networking and connecting with like-minded professionals\n– Valuable insights from the experts\n– Feedback and market insights\n– Benchmark against competitors – how are others approaching digitalisation?\n– Stay ahead of technology trends\n– Identify new business opportunities\n– Boost your company’s digital roadmap” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][vc_custom_heading text=”For more information call the EDA on 020 3141 7350″ font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_btn title=”More details coming soon” style=”outline-custom” outline_custom_color=”#0082BA” outline_custom_hover_background=”#0082BA” outline_custom_hover_text=”#FFFFFF” size=”lg” align=”center” i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-solid fa-circle-info” css_animation=”flipInX” css=”” button_block=”true” add_icon=”true” link=”url:%23registration”][vc_custom_heading text=”Venue: America Square Conference Centre\, 1 America Square\, 17 Crosswall\, London EC3N 2LB.” font_container=”tag:h4|text_align:center|color:%23000000″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%20Condensed%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/digitalisation-forum-data-quality-awards-2027/ LOCATION:America Square Conference Centre\, 1 America Square\, 17 Crosswall\, London EC3N 2LB.\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:All EDA Events,Forums ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/digitalisation-forum-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270311T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270311T233000 DTSTAMP:20260713T080637Z CREATED:20250422T082739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T080637Z UID:10000078-1804789800-1804807800@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:Annual Awards Dinner 2027 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nEDA Annual Awards Dinner 2027\, Thursday 11 March 2027\nJoin us for the flagship event of the year \nThis major event in the EDA calendar brings together  industry partners at the InterContinental Hotel on Park Lane\, London. \nThe event is organised on behalf of the EDA by Maria Stritch at Corporacare. For more information please call: 0117 909 9550. \nVenue: InterContinental Hotel\, One Hamilton Place\, Park Lane\, LONDON W1J 1QY.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””]The EDA operates a zero-tolerance policy towards victimisation and sexual harassment. \nIf you need to report instances of third-party victimisation or sexual harassment you can email Complaints@eda.org.uk in confidence.  This email address is continually monitored\, and all complaints will be taken seriously and investigated promptly.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/annual-awards-dinner-2027/ LOCATION:InterContinental Hotel\, One Hamilton Place\, Park Lane\, London CATEGORIES:All EDA Events,Senior Networking Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Intercontinental-front-810_375.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270506 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270507 DTSTAMP:20260901T155443Z CREATED:20260805T120959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T155443Z UID:10000092-1809561600-1809647999@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:EDA Scottish Section Sportsman’s Dinner 2027 DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nSave the date!\nDate: Thursday 6 May 2027\nVenue: Radisson Blu Hotel\, 301 Argyle Street\, Glasgow G2 8DL \nJoin us for the EDA Scottish Section Sportsman’s Dinner\, an invitation-only evening bringing together EDA Members\, Affiliates and industry guests for networking in an informal setting. \nMore information coming soon.\nIf you have any questions please call the EDA on 020 3141 7350. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””]The EDA operates a zero-tolerance policy towards victimisation and sexual harassment. \nIf you need to report instances of third-party victimisation or sexual harassment you can email Complaints@eda.org.uk in confidence.  This email address is continually monitored\, and all complaints will be taken seriously and investigated promptly.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/sportsmans-dinner-2027/ LOCATION:Radisson Blu Hotel\, 301 Argyle Street\, Glasgow G2 8DL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:All EDA Events,Senior Networking Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Radisson-Blue-Hotel.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270526 DTSTAMP:20260706T150505Z CREATED:20260706T144905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T150505Z UID:10000087-1811116800-1811289599@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:EUEW 2027 Business Convention DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nSave the date!\nJoin the EDA’s UK Delegation to Vienna\, Austria\, for the EUEW Convention\, 24–25 May 2027.\nFurther details will be announced soon. \nTo express your interest\, please contact Margaret Fitzsimons\, CEO at the EDA on 020 3141 7350.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/euew-2027-business-convention_edas-uk-delegation-to-vienna/ LOCATION:Vienna\, Austria ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EUEW-Convention-2027-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270708T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270708T150000 DTSTAMP:20260805T141118Z CREATED:20250101T123253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T141118Z UID:10000025-1815037200-1815058800@www.eda.org.uk SUMMARY:Wholesalers' & Manufacturers' Summer Event DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nSave the date!\nDate: Thursday 8 July 2027\nVenue: tbc \nOur Summer Event is by invitation only and is the perfect opportunity for networking. \nIt is also where we present our much-anticipated Annual Engagement Awards to those businesses who are getting the most value from their EDA membership. \nMore information coming soon.\nIf you have any questions please call the EDA on 020 3141 7350. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””]The EDA operates a zero-tolerance policy towards victimisation and sexual harassment. \nIf you need to report instances of third-party victimisation or sexual harassment you can email Complaints@eda.org.uk in confidence.  This email address is continually monitored\, and all complaints will be taken seriously and investigated promptly.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.eda.org.uk/event-calendar-single/summer-event-2027/ LOCATION:London CATEGORIES:All EDA Events,Senior Networking Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eda.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Summer-Event-2027-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EDA":MAILTO:info@eda.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR