# Event Details - **Event Name**: Making energy choices: Heat pumps, solar panels, electric cars - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 07:15 pm - **Event Description**: : Smart technologies are rapidly reshaping the way that we power our homes and travel – but with so much buzz around heat pumps,About this EventSmart technologies are rapidly reshaping the way that we power our homes and travel – but with so much buzz around heat pumps, solar panels and electric vehicles, how do we separate genuine impact from marketing hype? This event offers a clear, accessible guide to the technologies at the heart of the UK’s energy transition. From how heat pumps really work to what you can expect from home solar, batteries and smart tariffs, this session will cut through confusion and explore the practicalities, costs and benefits of low-carbon living. Whether you’re curious about switching to an electric car, upgrading your heating system or simply understanding the future of UK energy, this event will help you to make informed choices. Ideal for adults and anyone interested in the realities of a cleaner, smarter energy future.Speakers: Sandra Bucci, Operations Manager for Energy, Cambridgeshire County Council; Midsummer Energy; Prof Xavier Moya, Dept of Material Science and Metallurgy and CEO of Barcoal.Professor Xavier Moya is leading change within the energy sector, in sustainable solid-state cooling and heating, at the University of Cambridge. Professor Moya work bridges fundamental materials physics with real-world climate technology innovation, translating to his spin-out company Barocal Ltd. Barocal develops environmentally friendly cooling and heating technologies based on solid refrigerants, and he has been recognised with numerous awards including the Emerging Talent Award and election as a Breakthrough Energy Fellow.Sandra Bucci is an Operations Manager in the energy sector, specialising in commercial energy contracts and the practical realities of the UK’s transition to low-carbon technologies. With hands-on experience across electric vehicle charging, renewable supply, and smart-tariff integration, she focuses on helping organisations navigate energy choices that are both environmentally and financially sound. Sandra brings a practical, real-world perspective on what smart energy technologies can and can’t deliver today. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cambridge/making-energy-choices-heat-pumps-solar-panels-electric-cars/100001983253013150 - **Event Categories**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Cambridge - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Cambridge Union - **lat**: 52.2087221 - **long**: 0.1196316 - **full address**: Cambridge Union, 9A Bridge Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Making energy choices: Heat pumps, solar panels, electric cars - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/c5d3b7a6d4d02a9457f6246e3d396d565b22d3a7e361c013e8d1469d7a243893-rimg-w1200-h805-dc3e3a4c-gmir.jpg?v=1771344019 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Making energy choices: Heat pumps, solar panels, electric cars being held? - **A:** Making energy choices: Heat pumps, solar panels, electric cars takes place on Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 07:15 pm at Cambridge Union, 9A Bridge Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Making energy choices: Heat pumps, solar panels, electric cars? - **A:** Making energy choices: Heat pumps, solar panels, electric cars is organized by Cambridge Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Making energy choices: Heat pumps, solar panels, electric cars is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cambridge, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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