Syed Ahmed (Community Energy London)

Syed has almost 20 years’ experience working in sustainable energy and has occupied senior roles in public, private and third sector organizations. He is currently a director of the Parliamentary Renewable and Sustainable Energy Group, a trustee for national fuel poverty organization National Energy Action and a policy advisor to the Green Gas Certification Scheme. We will be listening to a video address from Syed discussing Community Energy London‘s recent initiatives.

Andy Rolfe (Ealing Transition / Schools Energy Coop)

Andy Rolfe has worked on Ealing Transition’s schools solar project since its inception in 2015. He is also a volunteer director of the Schools’ Energy Cooperative. Andy holds a first degree in Electrical Engineering, and a Masters degree in science, technology and environment, focusing on the social, environment and economic aspects of UK energy supply, as well as being a qualified electrician. He previously taught energy systems and sustainability for the Open University, with a focus on renewable energy technologies.

Daniel Mepham (Ealing Council Domestic Energy Officer)

Daniel is Ealing Council’s Domestic Energy Officer, working primarily on the council’s fuel poverty programmes, with a particular focus on improving the energy efficiency of homes in the borough. He will be discussing what the council is currently doing to achieve our energy goals as set out in the CEES, and finding out what we can learn from the community to make our response more reflective of community opinion and expertise.

Rupert Meadows (Power for People)

Rupert has been at Power for People for three years. He feels strongly that local people across the UK must benefit from the transition to Net Zero. With the Local Electricity Bill Campaign, he has worked primarily with community organisations and MP engagement.