Retrofit, A Growing Market, and a Real Opportunity

Unlock opportunities in the UK retrofit market - hear about demand, supply chains, funding and what it means for Tees Valley businesses.
About this Event

The retrofit market is one of the fastest-growing opportunities in the UK economy. As the country pushes toward net zero, millions of homes and commercial properties need to be upgraded, insulation, heat pumps, windows, ventilation systems, solar and the businesses that position themselves well now will be the ones winning contracts for years to come.

For Tees Valley businesses in construction, trades, manufacturing, engineering and related services, this isn't a distant opportunity. It's a market that's developing right now, with funding flowing in, consumer demand growing and a skills and supply chain gap that presents real openings for local businesses ready to adapt.

This event is designed to cut through the noise and give you a practical understanding of the retrofit opportunity, what the market looks like, what you need to get in, and what support is available to help you get there.

What you'll take away

• An overview of the retrofit market, its scale, demand, timeline and opportunity
• Where the supply chain gaps are and how Tees Valley businesses can fill them
• What accreditation, skills and qualifications are needed to access contracts
• Funding and grant opportunities available to support retrofit-related business development
• Connections with developers, housing associations and programme leads actively seeking local suppliers

Who this is for?

• Construction and trades businesses
• Building product manufacturers and suppliers
• Engineering and technical businesses interested in green economy opportunities
• Any Tees Valley business looking to diversify into growth markets

📅 Date: 07 September 2026 | ⏰ Time: 09:00 - 11:30 | 📍 Location: Acklam Hall, Hall Drive
Acklam, Middlesbrough, TS5 7DY

This session is delivered by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council on behalf of the Tees Valley Mayor and Combined Authority, with places fully funded for eligible participants across Tees Valley (Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland and Stockton-on-Tees) through the UK Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

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