Opinion
Stuart Callow, new technologies standards expert, Worcester, Bosch Group, said: “To deliver products that meet consumers’ needs and are proven, reliable and long-lasting, manufacturers need time to develop, test and bring these new solutions to market. The requirements proposed under Energy Smart Appliance policy are considerable, and still unconfirmed, which means development work cannot start. The likely circa 18-month window between Government’s confirmed requirements and the deadline for compliance is simply not enough, given most manufacturers require 2-3 years for new product developments. The risk is that existing products may have to be removed from the market before new compliant versions are available because of this compressed timeline. This will only serve to restrict consumers’ choice and slow-down the transition to electrification. We hope Government listen to the significant concerns raised across the varied sectors BEAMA represent and choose to engage constructively on a pragmatic, more secure, way forward.”
Matt Adams, head of electrical transport systems for BEAMA, said: “These regulations have the potential to play a crucial role in ensuring uptake of Smart Energy Appliances, protecting our grid and supporting consumers through the transition to electrification and lowering energy bills. It’s vital then that the regulations are workable. BEAMA
Industry Event
Recolight unveils plans for Circular Lighting Live 2026 Expect a showcase of innovation, sustainability and circular design.
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aking place on Thursday 8 October 2026 at the Minster Building in the City of London, the event promises to challenge ‘business as usual’ industry models and explore practical solutions for a low carbon future. It will feature fresh new formats and exciting interactive features.
At the heart of this year’s conference is Vision 2040: Restructuring the lighting sector, where the keynote speaker will imagine a world beyond the take-make-use-waste model. Will inventory live in ceilings rather than warehouses? Could lumens be delivered on subscription? And is a fully circulating, zero-waste ecosystem finally within reach?
Following the keynote presentation, delegates can choose from six specially curated sessions to get the most out of the day.
REAL WORLD REUSE: MAKING IT WORK: Practical case studies demonstrating how
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luminaires can be reused at scale, overcoming logistical, technical, and cultural barriers to deliver true circularity.
EPDs ON TRIAL: FIT FOR PURPOSE?: Experts scrutinise environmental product declarations, questioning assumptions and examining whether they genuinely support better decision- making.
MATERIALS MASTERCLASS: MAKING THE FUTURE: A deep dive into materials innovation, supply chains, and design choices shaping resilient, low-impact lighting solutions. CONFRONTING CAT A: THE ALTERNATIVES: Rethinking standard fit-outs, this session explores viable alternatives that reduce waste, preserve value, and challenge default demolition practices. FUTURE LIGHTS: INNOVATION WORKSHOP: Speakers showcase the most sustainable luminaires on the market today, exploring the key materials, technologies, and concepts driving progress.
calls for industry members to be vocal and join us in support of the principles and push for changes to the implementation to ensure what is delivered creates a positive change for industry, the grid and consumers.”
SSES will play a crucial role in ensuring uptake of Smart Energy Appliances, protecting our grid and
supporting consumers through the transition to electrification and lowering energy bills. BEAMA will continue to offer support to Government and work alongside DESNZ to ensure SSES is practical, deliverable and provide the real- world insight that will make SSES a success.
DISRUPTIVE DESIGN: PROJECTS UNCOVERED: A close look at the stand-out lighting schemes of 2026, revealing what truly sustainable design looks like in practice.
www.circularlighting.live
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