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From Wiring Regulations to Renewables: What Electrical Contractors Need to Know in 2026
The electrical industry is entering a new era, shaped by rising electrification, smarter buildings, renewable energy, connected technologies and increasing pressure to deliver safer, faster and more efficient installations.
Starting with a keynote session to kick off InstallerELECTRIC at InstallerSHOW, WAGO will explore how these market shifts are changing the role of electrical infrastructure: from traditional connection technology to integrated, future-ready systems that support energy efficiency, automation and digital visibility.
The session will highlight practical opportunities for contractors, engineers and building professionals to adapt, differentiate and deliver greater value in a rapidly changing market.
This will lead into a panel discussion looking at Wiring Regulations to Renewables: What Electrical Contractors Need to Know in 2026.
As the electrical landscape evolves, contractors are facing new expectations around compliance, competence, safety, productivity and emerging technologies.
This panel discussion brings together industry experts to explore the key issues shaping the future of electrical contracting: including updates to wiring regulations, skills and training pathways, solar PV and battery storage, testing innovation, and the growing role of smart, connected solutions.
Designed as a practical and forward-looking discussion, the session will help installers and contractors understand what is changing, what it means for their businesses, and where the biggest opportunities lie over the next 12–24 months.
