The Energy Security and Net Zero Committee held two sessions on the 28th of February 2024, as it continues its look at how to boost the energy efficiency of homes and kicks off the oral evidence stage of its securing the domestic supply chain inquiry.
The heating our homes session, in the morning, focussed on workforce issues and international experiences. MPs questioned training providers about the challenge of preparing workers for retrofitting homes before hearing about the situation in other European countries.
The Committee then returned in the afternoon to examine the potential for UK manufacturing to play a greater role in the supply chain for low-carbon energy projects and the Government support available.
The first panel considered the current situation in the UK and the risks faced by the sector. MPs then had an opportunity with the second panel to explore comparisons with other countries, whether the Government could do more to engage internationally and the support needed for the UK to compete for resources.