Compliance to Competitive Edge - Carbon, Net Zero & The Law

Summary

Join three outstanding experts for talks and discussion on how net zero, the law and carbon management are impacting our industry. With climate change and the drive for net zero almost inescapable, the team will guide you through all you need to know in 2026 about the latest standards introduced in the public sector and rapidly becoming crucial for all projects.

Join us in September to find out the latest in regulation, the PAS 2080 standard and the legal landscape in relation to net zero and carbon reduction.

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A cold buffet will be served prior to the presentations.

Please note: this event is for over 18’s only.

This learning activity can contribute to your annual CPD return and should be logged accordingly.

Speakers

Richard Smith, Carbon Measurement and Reduction Specialist at Auditel
As a BSI Associate Consultant and NQA Partner Consultant, Richard is qualified in the GHG Protocol Accounting & Reporting Standard, ISO 14064-1 and ISO 14068 standards. Richard has worked on carbon footprints and carbon reduction plans for organisations in a variety of sectors. He now focuses predominantly on the built environment sector, helping infrastructure and construction clients to achieve PAS 2080 compliance.

With a BSc in International Business and Languages and a Master’s Degree In Business Administration, combined with 30 years at Director level, Richard is passionate about helping organisations to reduce their Greenhouse Gas emissions in order to meet the UK’s Net-Zero targets.

LinkedIn: Richard Smith | LinkedIn

Bhalin Ramabhadran, Carbon and Net Zero Consultant at Auditel
Bhalin is a Carbon & Net Zero Consultant at Auditel, helping organisations measure, reduce and verify their carbon emissions. Among the first professionals in the UK to gain an ISEP-accredited carbon accounting qualification, he works primarily with businesses in the construction, infrastructure and manufacturing sectors, supporting them to develop credible carbon footprints, science-based reduction plans and practical implementation strategies that help reduce costs and prepare organisations for growing customer, procurement and regulatory requirements.

With over 15 years of experience leading complex business transformation programmes before moving into sustainability, Bhalin combines commercial, operational and technical expertise to help organisations make the Net Zero journey practical and commercially viable.

LinkedIn: Bhalin Ramabhadran | LinkedIn

William Charlesworth, Barrister at 39 Essex Chambers
William enjoys a busy practice representing a range of clients across construction and property. Dual qualified as a Chartered Surveyor, William brings considerable industry experience to his role as a barrister. Instructing solicitors describe him as “tenacious”, “meticulous”, “conscientious”, "courteous” and “client-focused”.

In his former roles, he provided consultancy services to banks and international lending organisations in relation to development finance, as well as reviewing various legal documents. William’s work also includes acting for parties during adjudications and associated enforcement proceedings. He further provides advice on the merits of case for parties involved in ongoing disputes and drafting associated statements of case.

LinkedIn: William Charlesworth | LinkedIn

Contact

Gemma Lovell

Member Services and Events Coordinator - London

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