We are delighted to announce that the 2026 Retrofit Academy Awards are now officially open for entries.
Celebrating excellence across the retrofit sector, the Awards shine a light on the people, products and partnerships that are driving real impact in the journey to decarbonise UK homes.
Now in their fifth year, the Awards return to Futurebuild in March 2026 with an exciting mix of new features and returning favourites.
New Platform, New Categories, Same Celebration of Excellence
This year sees the introduction of a brand-new entry platform, making the process quicker, smoother and more accessible than ever before. We have also revitalised our award categories to better reflect the scale and diversity of the UK retrofit movement today.
In response to member feedback, we are also continuing with the much-loved informal drinks reception format held live on the Futurebuild showfloor, offering a relaxed and sociable setting for celebration and networking. A high-profile presenter will once again lead the ceremony, ensuring the winners receive the recognition they deserve.
Just Five Questions Away from Recognition
Entering the Awards could not be easier. With just five questions, entrants are only a short step away from the possibility of being shortlisted or even winning. It is completely free to enter, and past finalists and winners have reported significant benefits, from enhanced visibility and industry recognition to new business opportunities.
If you or your organisation is making a difference in retrofit, there is every reason to enter. Recognition from the Retrofit Academy Awards is a powerful endorsement of quality, impact and leadership.
2026 Award Categories
- Retrofit Assessor of the Year
- Retrofit Coordinator of the Year
- Retrofit Designer of the Year
- Retrofit Academy Graduate of the Year
- Retrofit Product of the Year – Building Services (In collaboration with Innovate UK)
- Retrofit Product of the Year – Smart Technologies (In collaboration with Innovate UK)
- Retrofit Product of the Year – Building Fabric (In collaboration with Innovate UK)
- Retrofit Installer of the Year
- Retrofit Principal Contractor of the Year
- Retrofit Surveying Company of the Year
- Retrofit Coordination Company of the Year
- Retrofit Design Practice of the Year
- Retrofit Local Authority of the Year
- Retrofit Housing Association of the Year
- Retrofit Partnership of the Year
Entries are now open. Start your submission today and join us in celebrating the very best in retrofit:
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
The Retrofit Academy Awards offer a unique platform to align your brand with excellence in retrofit, reaching an audience of over 200 industry leaders.
Opportunities include:
- Headline Sponsor: Position your brand as a leader in the retrofit revolution by becoming a Headline Sponsor of the Retrofit Academy Awards, gaining premium exposure, industry recognition, and exclusive access to key decision-makers driving change.
- Category Sponsor: Align your brand with an area of excellence by sponsoring an award category, showcasing your commitment to innovation, gaining targeted visibility, and celebrating the people and projects driving retrofit forward.
- Trophy Sponsor: Put your brand at the heart of industry recognition by sponsoring the trophy, your logo engraved alongside the winner’s, proudly displayed in offices across the UK as a lasting symbol of retrofit excellence.
- Event Brochure Sponsor: Gain unmissable on-the-night exposure by sponsoring the event brochure. Placed in every guest’s hands and packed with essential information, it’s the perfect way to keep your brand front of mind throughout the evening.
Support the future of retrofit while putting your brand in the spotlight: