CEF has announced that registrations are now open for its latest TechTalks series, running from May to July 2026. Delivered in partnership with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the free events will visit 25 locations across the UK, giving electricians and contractors practical insight into the upcoming Amendment 4:2026 to BS 7671:2018 IET Wiring Regulations.

The IET will publish Amendment 4 to the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations on 15 April 2026. The update will introduce changes that affect how electrical installations are designed, installed and inspected, making it important for installers to understand how the new requirements will apply in practice. CEF’s TechTalks aim to help electricians stay ahead of the changes, providing a clear overview of the amendment and what it means for day-to-day installation work.

Returning to host the sessions are CEF’s Head of Electrotechnical Solutions, Darren Staniforth, alongside technical expert Dave Austin. Together they will guide attendees through the key updates in the new amendment, explain the practical implications for installers, and answer questions alongside a representative from the IET.

Each event will also feature an exhibition space where leading brands will showcase products and technologies designed to help electricians meet the latest requirements and stay compliant with the Wiring Regulations.

Darren Staniforth, Head of Electrotechnical Solutions at CEF, said: “With a new amendment to the Wiring Regulations being introduced, it’s important that electricians understand what’s changing and how it affects their work. TechTalks are designed to break down the updates in a practical way, helping installers stay informed and confident when applying the new regulations on site.”

Each TechTalk is CPD accredited and free to attend, with complimentary breakfast, refreshments, and free parking available at every venue; plus, the opportunity to purchase the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations at a discounted rate on the day.

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CEF has teamed up with waste management and recycling company Waste Experts and ROSI – a French innovator in solar panel recycling – to offer UK wide collection capabilities for end-of-life solar panels.

The partnership aims to directly address a critical issue in the renewable energy sector – the responsible recycling and treatment of end-of-life solar panels.

As the UK makes efforts to shift to clean energy, sustainable solar panel recycling and material recovery has never been more critical. Despite this, the UK currently lacks the necessary infrastructure to facilitate the transition. Currently, many end-of-life solar panels risk being sent to landfills, stock pilled or illegally exported – leading to increased environmental harm.

To tackle this challenge, CEF in partnership with Waste Experts and ROSI, is offering a UK wide collection for end-of-life solar panels via a combination of in house and subcontracted fleets, ensuring fully compliant handling and transportation in line with environmental and regulatory standards.

The end-of-life solar panels will then be processed at ROSI’s facility using advanced recycling technologies to recover up to 95% of the value of photovoltaic (PV) modules, including high-purity silicon, silver, copper, aluminium, and high-transparency glass.

The approach aims to significantly reduce the reliance on virgin materials and ensures valuable resources remain in circulation. Producing less than 1% of disposable waste, it also helps cut carbon emissions, as each tonne of recycled solar modules saves one tonne of CO2, greatly reducing the environmental footprint of solar energy.

Mike Gadd, Director of Renewables at City Electrical Factors (CEF), said: “Waste Experts provide CEF customers with a nationwide solution to manage their carbon footprint by considering a product’s full lifecycle and ensuring responsible end-of-life treatment. By recovering valuable materials and minimising landfill waste, we are driving long-term sustainability in clean energy and beyond.”

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