DECC will be joined by representatives from the UK’s biggest companies including Waitrose, Marks and Spencer and Sainsbury’s, to talk about the latest ways to cut carbon emissions and make buildings more efficient and better for the environment. Mr Davey said: “Renewable energy is increasingly powering the UK’s grid, and the economy too.
“Right now, getting new infrastructure investment into the economy is crucial to driving growth and supporting jobs across the country.
“I am determined that we get ahead in the global race on renewables and build on the big-money investments we’ve seen this year”.
Tom Broughton, brand director for Ecobuild 2013, said: “We’re delighted that Ecobuild 2013 has attracted such an eminent line-up of industry experts, politicians and even celebrities. The tide is turning and we must all embrace that change.”
Ecobuild is the world’s biggest showcase for sustainable design and construction and is returning to London’s Excel exhibition and conference centre from 5-7 March.