The Future Homes Hub will host two technical conferences this June, aimed at supporting the industry’s transition to the Future Homes Standard, as focus shifts from policy to on-site delivery
The one-day events will take place at:
- Leeds Beckett University on Tuesday 9 June
- Central Hall Westminster on Wednesday 17 June
Both conferences will run identical programmes, targeting housebuilders, technical and sustainability teams, energy assessors, product manufacturers and specialist subcontractors seeking practical guidance on delivering compliant, low-carbon homes.
The agenda is structured around real-world application, with expert-led sessions, panel discussions and open forums focused on bridging the gap between design intent and construction delivery. Key themes include specification choices, installation and commissioning challenges, and strategies to de-risk projects through early adoption and iterative learning.
What is the Future Homes Standard?
The Future Homes Standard is a UK government-led initiative that will require new homes to produce significantly lower carbon emissions compared to current building regulations, primarily through improved fabric performance and the adoption of low-carbon heating systems such as heat pumps.
It is expected to effectively end the installation of gas boilers in new-build homes and set a clear pathway towards net zero housing, with a strong emphasis on energy efficiency, indoor air quality and long-term performance.
Industry reaction
Industry response to the publication of the Future Homes Standard has been broadly positive, with stakeholders welcoming the clarity it provides on the direction of travel for low-carbon housing delivery.
In a recent feature by PBC Today, industry leaders highlighted the Standard as a “step change” for the sector, pointing to its role in driving energy efficiency, reducing emissions and supporting long-term investment in skills and supply chains.
However, concerns remain around delivery. Skills shortages, particularly in heat pump and renewable technology installation, alongside questions over embodied carbon and performance monitoring, were cited as areas requiring further focus as implementation approaches.
There is also ongoing debate around timelines and readiness, with some stakeholders warning that supply chain capacity and grid infrastructure must keep pace to avoid delays or unintended impacts on housing delivery.
Against this backdrop, the conferences aim to provide technical teams with the tools and insight needed to respond with confidence, as pressure mounts to deliver robust, compliant solutions at pace.
Topics on the programme include:
- Fabric-first approaches and emerging specification strategies
- Photovoltaic (PV) requirements and design integration
- Ventilation installation and commissioning implications
- Heat pump system design, including application within SAP10.3
- Alternative low-carbon heating solutions
- Practical experience of SAP10.3 compliance
- Impacts of the Future Homes Standard on taller buildings
- Heat network considerations
- Grid connections and load shifting
Registration is now open via the Future Homes Hub website.
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