Sessions

In this session, we’ll explore how Artificial Intelligence—particularly generative AI and large language models (LLMs)—is revolutionising the building automation landscape.

From reducing engineering time through intelligent data insights to enabling real-time energy optimisation and intuitive human-machine interaction, AI is unlocking new levels of efficiency, sustainability, and user empowerment. We’ll examine real-world applications where AI is delivering measurable impact—cutting energy use, simplifying complex system management, and enabling faster, more informed decision-making.

What You’ll Learn:

- The evolving role of AI in building automation and energy management
- How LLMs are enabling natural language interfaces for complex systems
- Practical use cases of AI-driven optimisation and diagnostics
- Strategies for integrating AI into your smart building roadmap.

This session is designed for system integrators, OEMs, and building automation leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve and harness AI to deliver smarter, more adaptive environments.

In a world where commercial buildings are under immense pressure to cut carbon, reduce energy costs, and demonstrate ESG leadership, traditional energy management tools are falling short. We have HVAC controls, lighting automation, and sophisticated BMS dashboards—yet up to 50% of plug load energy is still wasted, hidden from view and left unmanaged.

This talk will expose the “silent drain” undermining commercial energy performance: plug-in appliances. Drawing on real-world case studies and 43+ million hours of appliance-level data, we will reveal how AI-driven smart sockets unlock new levels of visibility, control, and savings—without the complexity or cost of full retrofits.

Attendees will discover:

Why baselining and circuit-level monitoring miss the mark in hybrid, high-density workspaces.
How appliance-level intelligence delivers verified savings, stronger fire safety, and measurable ESG impact.
Lessons from sector leaders who’ve cut plug power waste by over 50% and turned underperforming assets into high-efficiency spaces.
A blueprint for integrating plug-and-play tech into your net-zero strategy—scaling from a single floor to entire portfolios.
For building owners, operators, and sustainability leads looking to bridge the gap between smart and truly sustainable, this session offers a clear path forward: precise, scalable, and action-ready.

Why It Matters:
Smart buildings are only as “smart” as the systems they monitor. By making plug-level control standard, we can close the most overlooked gap in commercial energy management—and turn compliance risk into competitive advantage.

Despite technological advancements, many corporate buildings continue to struggle with inefficient energy management practices, particularly in HVAC systems. Our session will explore why, in 2025, we still face fundamental challenges in this critical area and how forward-thinking organisations are implementing solutions that drive both sustainability and cost efficiency.

Key topics we'll cover:
- The persistent gap between HVAC technology capabilities and actual implementation
- Common pitfalls in building management systems leading to energy waste
- Real-world case studies showing 20-30% energy savings through optimisation
- Practical strategies for balancing occupant comfort with energy efficiency
- The role of AI and predictive analytics in modern energy management
- How to build the business case for HVAC system upgrades

Our panel of industry experts includes specialists in building operations, sustainability, and energy technology who will share insights from their experience transforming energy performance across diverse real estate portfolios.

Effective energy management in retail buildings starts with collecting data, analysing, and optimising control. In this session, we demonstrate how connecting HVAC, lighting, refrigeration, EV chargers, and metering systems via protocol-agnostic gateways creates a fully integrated ecosystem that empowers building operators to drive efficiency.

By highlighting UK-based case studies, we'll demonstrate how retailers have cut operational costs through real-time visibility, achieving substantial energy savings and a rapid return on investment.

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way smart buildings manage energy, driving unprecedented efficiency, sustainability, and cost savings. In this session, we will share insights from Spacewell Energy’s cutting-edge AI-powered platform, which is helping organizations across sectors reduce energy bills by up to 30% while accelerating their journey to net zero.

In this session, we’ll explore whether IoT solutions enhance or challenge traditional Building Management Systems (BMS). We'll dive into a real-world project to examine how IoT either integrated seamlessly with BMS or where it fell short. We'll also highlight key benefits or major pain points that often emerge in such integrations.

Smart buildings are commonly associated with energy efficiency, automation, and occupant comfort. However, their broader potential lies in catalysing societal change. This paper explores how smart building technologies can enhance social equity, environmental sustainability, and community resilience. Through the lens of Nexa Smart Solutions, a company that brings together years of experience in engineering, energy, and digital transformation, we examine how a holistic approach to smart infrastructure can redefine the role of the built environment in the 21st century.

Smart buildings, when designed with societal impact in mind, can contribute to healthier lifestyles, equitable access to resources, and a deeper sense of connectedness among users. As cities grapple with post-pandemic recovery and climate challenges, the need to reimagine buildings as active, adaptive components of urban life has never been more urgent. The following sections articulate how Nexa Smart Solutions puts this vision into practice across continents and communities.

A 2024 report from the UKGBC signalled that “77% of UK office stock currently has an energy performance certificate (EPC) rating below B and is anticipated to be unlettable by 2030”. If we cross-check this with the UK Building stock ages, we can clearly see there’s a lot of work to do in a very limited time. In this presentation we’ll delve a bit deeper in the options you have as an energy consultant or system engineering company to help solve this problem for your customers.

Join us for an enlightening presentation on the crucial topic of competence in the building controls industry and the paramount importance of personnel certification through the Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS).

In an era where technology and energy efficiency are at the forefront of building management systems, competence has become the linchpin of success. The building controls industry is constantly evolving, and the demand for skilled professionals who can navigate the complexities of modern control systems has never been higher.

In this engaging presentation, Dan will delve into:

• The Role of Competence: Understand why competence is the bedrock upon which the success of building controls projects hinge. Discover how skilled personnel can optimise energy efficiency, enhance system performance, and reduce maintenance costs.
• The Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS): Dan will provide a comprehensive overview of the ECS and its significance in ensuring that professionals in the building controls industry meet rigorous standards of competence. Learn how the ECS standards for building controls have recently been updated through the work of the BCIA, and how certification enhances your professional credibility and marketability.
• Benefits for Employers: Discover how ECS-certified employees can be an asset to your organisation, driving project excellence and customer satisfaction. Learn about the positive impact on your business's reputation and bottom line.
• Career Advancement: For individuals, the presentation will shed light on how ECS certification can open doors to exciting career opportunities, higher earning potential, and personal growth.
• The development of an Experienced Worker Assessment: How those who have been working in the industry for a number of years will be able to demonstrate their skills, knowledge and experience in a time and cost-effective manner.

This presentation promises to be a thought-provoking and informative session that will leave you with a deeper understanding of the building controls industry's dynamics and the undeniable significance of personnel certification through the Electrotechnical Certification Scheme. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead in an industry that demands competence and join us as we explore how certification can be your ticket to success.

Low Delta-T Syndrome is a persistent challenge in HVAC systems. It leads to increased energy use, higher carbon emissions, and reduced equipment lifespan, all of which impact operational efficiency and sustainability. This session will explore the root causes of Low Delta-T, including poor hydronic balancing, inaccurate valve settings, oversized or underperforming components, and limited visibility into key system parameters such as flow, temperature, and pressure.

The focus will be on how smart valves, equipped with integrated sensing, can help address these issues. By enabling continuous monitoring and automated control, these technologies offer a practical route to improving system performance and reducing energy waste.

The session will also highlight the importance of collaboration between manufacturers and systems integrators. By working together from the design stage through to commissioning and operation, it’s possible to deliver smarter, more resilient systems that are easier to maintain and better aligned with sustainability goals.

Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of Low Delta-T Syndrome, how to identify it, and how to address it using connected technologies. The session will also provide practical insights into how to engage with manufacturers to specify and implement data-driven solutions that deliver measurable results.

This talk is aimed at systems integrators, consultants, engineers, and building operators who are looking to improve HVAC performance, reduce energy costs, and future-proof their systems in line with the growing demand for smart, sustainable buildings.

Supporting construction companies with knowledge around funding streams that can be used to deliver training for all of their organisation. This includes content put together with the support of the CITB.

I will give a brief overview of the CIOB Academy too and what are working on to support the sector.

This session explores how Bueno Analytics is helping the UK property sector tackle one of its most urgent challenges: bridging the gap between net-zero commitments and actual building performance. Drawing on real-world implementation across commercial portfolios, grocery networks, and mixed-use assets, the session will showcase how data-driven analytics and strategic collaboration between stakeholders can deliver measurable carbon reductions—without the need for major capital investment.

With rising energy costs, tightening regulations, and growing pressure from investors and occupiers, understanding how to unlock decarbonisation through operational improvements is more critical than ever. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the immediate opportunities that analytics presents to reduce emissions, enhance asset value, and align internal and external stakeholders on the path to net zero.

Who Should Attend This Session?
* Building owners and investors
* Asset and property managers
* Commercial tenants and occupiers
* Sustainability and energy consultants
* FM service providers and integrators

What Will Delegates Learn From This Session?

How building analytics identifies performance gaps and delivers immediate energy savings:
Delegates will discover how advanced analytics platforms can uncover operational inefficiencies in HVAC, lighting, and base building systems—often without the need for physical upgrades. We’ll show how real-time data, drawn directly from the BMS, highlights where energy is being wasted and quantifies the savings potential of corrective action.

Live examples of low-cost, high-impact optimisation strategies:
This session will showcase real-world interventions from our clients that have delivered measurable outcomes across commercial office assets.

How data transparency supports collaboration between owners and occupiers:
With conflicting priorities between landlords and tenants, achieving whole-building efficiency can be a challenge. Delegates will learn how shared analytics dashboards and performance insights foster mutual accountability and unlock sustainability wins that benefit both parties—whether on common services or tenant-specific energy consumption.

The importance of continuous insight in decarbonisation roadmaps:
Net-zero isn’t a one-off milestone—it’s a dynamic process. We’ll explain how ongoing diagnostics and data-led monitoring provide the foundation for long-term emissions reduction, help future-proof assets, and inform investment decisions by validating the performance impact of operational strategies over time.

In an era of rising energy costs and urgent sustainability goals, organizations are under pressure to optimize energy use without overhauling their entire operations. This presentation explores how businesses can unlock powerful energy management capabilities by leveraging the infrastructure they already own. From smart retrofits and IoT integration to data-driven analytics and predictive maintenance, we’ll showcase real-world strategies that transform legacy systems into intelligent energy ecosystems.
Attendees will learn:

• How to identify and repurpose existing assets for energy optimization

• The role of data and automation in driving efficiency

• How this approach supports ESG goals and long-term resilience

Whether you're in manufacturing, commercial real estate, or public services, this session will reveal how infrastructure investment isn’t just about maintenance—it’s a gateway to smarter, safer greener energy management.

This concept represents a transformative approach to smart infrastructure, where intelligent observation and operational execution converge to create self optimizing environments. At its core, the autonomous building integrates two systems: one focused on real-time intelligence and strategic oversight, and the other on asset lifecycle execution and performance.

This session explores how Building Management System (BMS) Health Checks and integrated insights can support real progress toward decarbonization. It highlights common gaps between the systems the industry delivers and the performance outcomes end clients expect. Using real examples and audit-driven findings, the talk shows how practical interventions—like re-tuning controls and improving data visibility—can unlock energy savings, reduce carbon emissions, and improve building performance.

In this session, the audience will learn how to address key building needs to run a building efficiently and comfortably.

How to apply a practical framework to defeat daily pain points like rigid integrations, costly retrofits, and unreliable band-aid solutions.

How to Increase the Value of your Building and shift the way you look at a building as a static asset and see it like a Living Organism capable of adapting to any needs.

How to Future-Proof your building by leveraging the power of Ready for Anything Technology and cloud connectivity to enable remote management, unlock new data-led service revenue, and build a reputation for delivering buildings that last.

In the age of triple‑digit heatwaves and grid emergencies, multifamily buildings are on the front lines of one of the biggest challenges in energy: meeting the rising demands of an increasingly volatile grid while ensuring resident safety and comfort.

In this session, Parity’s CEO, Brad Pilgrim, will unpack how Grid‑Interactive Efficient Buildings (GEBs) are transforming from a future concept into a practical, revenue‑generating strategy for owners and operators, drawing on insights from Parity’s latest white paper. Brad will break down:

-What GEBs are, and why automating your HVAC systems is one of the fastest ways to make your building grid‑ready.
- Why demand response events are increasing - from climate‑driven extreme weather to skyrocketing data‑center and AI‑related loads, and what this means for property owners and operators.
- How demand response events impact multifamily properties - from building operations to resident experience and long‑term asset performance.
- A real‑world case study - hear how a multifamily operator used automation to turn a grid emergency into an operational and financial win.

Whether you’re a property manager, asset owner, or sustainability leader, this talk will share unparalleled insights into the new normal of grid volatility and how you can unlock savings and revenue along the way.

Most buildings today, no matter how smart or well-rated, still waste energy every day. That waste is rarely due to faulty equipment. It’s because of service setups that are technically “working,” but operationally underperforming.

In this session, Chartered Engineer Hashil Ramjee brings clarity and experience to this performance gap. Drawing on years spent inside real commercial buildings, on both the engineering and facilities side, he reveals where energy inefficiencies are hiding in plain sight. From legacy BMS overrides to under-tuned fan coils and overlooked FM handovers, the causes are often simple but systemic.

This session focuses on getting the best from your existing systems, maximising performance, efficiency, and results with the assets you already have in place.

Hashil shares a proven, low-cost optimisation framework that helps you:
- Identify energy waste hiding in your systems
- Optimise building controls without major kit upgrades
- Tune existing services for peak efficiency post-occupancy
- Link operational adjustments to business case outcomes (compliance, comfort, cost)
- Build a 90-day roadmap that’s practical, not capital-intensive

If you manage energy, facilities, or performance in commercial property, this session will equip you with fresh, actionable ideas. Come away with confidence to challenge assumptions, build smarter FM partnerships, and improve your building’s performance, quickly, credibly, and without disruption.

Ventilation systems in most buildings continue to operate at fixed or minimally scheduled rates, regardless of actual occupancy or indoor air quality. The result is over-ventilation, unnecessary fan energy use, and wasted heating or cooling of outside air that isn’t needed. With demand based ventilation (DBV), building operators can shift to a more intelligent strategy: ventilating just enough, when it’s needed.

This presentation will explore the fundamentals of DBV — from how occupancy, CO₂, humidity, and other indoor air quality signals can dynamically adjust ventilation rates, through to the control architectures that make it possible. Attendees will gain insights into the energy savings potential of DBV, which in many cases can cut ventilation-related energy use by 20–50%, while still maintaining healthy indoor environments.

George Wylie will then introduce how Delta Controls’ O3 multisensing platform and Red5 controllers enable DBV through integrated sensing, distributed intelligence, and flexible BACnet-native control. Real-world architectures, control strategies, and case examples will be discussed, showing how zone-level sensors and controllers can coordinate with central air handling units to reduce energy consumption without compromising air quality or comfort.

The session will also address key challenges such as maintaining minimum ventilation standards, sensor calibration, commissioning, and integration with legacy systems. Finally, best practices and lessons learned will be shared to help designers, operators, and building owners confidently implement DBV strategies that improve sustainability, occupant comfort, and ROI.

In an era defined by cost volatility, environmental targets, and intensifying regulatory pressure, operational efficiency and visibility into energy usage have never been more critical. Smart buildings - those that seamlessly integrate energy data, IoT-enabled systems, and performance-led frameworks - are now key enablers of real carbon reduction and operational resilience.

In this session, Gary Bark from Optimised will explore how a connected, data-led approach to energy management is transforming the way businesses reduce emissions, cut costs, and meet compliance targets. From aligning on-site optimisation with credible renewable energy procurement, to leveraging frameworks like NABERS UK and the UKGBC Renewable Energy Procurement Gold Standard, we’ll demonstrate how the next generation of smart buildings delivers measurable performance.