Derek Lickorish has nearly five decades of experience in the energy industry. He is a member of Ofgem’s Sustainable Development Advisory Group and Secure’s Council of Advisors.

He is also a trustee of Sustainability First, an environmental think tank that promotes long-term sustainability through policy and practice in energy, water supply, and water management.

Previously, he served as the Chair of the UK Government’s Fuel Poverty Advisory Group for six years and is currently the Chair of National Energy Action.

Before focusing on fuel poverty, smart metering, sustainability, and energy strategy, Derek was the Chief Operating Officer at EDF Energy for five years.

Derek was awarded an MBE for his ‘Services to the Fuel Poor’ in The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Honours in 2012.