Graham Kenyon is a Chartered Engineer with a distinguished career in electrical engineering, specialising in electrical safety, energy storage systems, and regulatory development. His work spans consultancy, technical authorship, and leadership in standards committees, most notably as Chair of JPEL/64, the panel responsible for maintaining BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations), and as a member of the IET Wiring Regulations Policy Committee.
Graham has authored several IET publications that provide practical guidance on solar PV, battery storage, and prosumer electrical installations. His expertise lies in translating complex regulatory and technical requirements into actionable insights for designers, installers, and policymakers. At Solar & Storage Live UK, Graham will reflect on three key topics that highlight the challenges and opportunities of the UK’s evolving energy landscape.
Domestic Electrical Energy Storage Systems: Safety, Design, and Integration
As domestic battery installations become more common, the industry faces a growing need for clear, practical guidance. Graham’s session will explore the realistic benefits and limitations of home energy storage, including how these systems can reduce grid reliance and improve energy efficiency, while also introducing new operational constraints and safety considerations.
He will address the complexities of planning, permissions, and consents, helping installers understand what approvals are typically required and how to navigate local regulations. The session will also delve into electrical design principles, highlighting the importance of fault protection, appropriate component selection, and clear system schematics.
Fire safety is a growing concern, particularly with lithium-ion technologies. Graham will delve into how we can mitigate these risks through proper enclosure design, ventilation, and separation distances. He’ll also explore the role of data communications in monitoring and control, and how these systems can be integrated to support performance optimisation and fault detection.
Finally, Graham will outline best practices for inspection, testing, and commissioning, and emphasise the importance of providing homeowners with clear user and maintenance instructions to ensure safe, long-term operation.
Electrical Energy Storage Systems: Supporting Grid Flexibility and Resilience
Electrical Energy Storage Systems (EESS) are increasingly deployed to support grid stability, renewable integration, and energy market participation. Graham’s session will examine the diverse use cases for EESS, from enhancing self-consumption in residential settings to enabling commercial arbitrage and providing ancillary services to the grid.
He will explore how EESS can be effectively integrated with renewable energy sources such as solar PV and wind, ensuring that storage complements generation profiles and supports grid constraints. The session will also cover the technical challenges of interoperability, particularly when systems must communicate with multiple devices and platforms.
Safety and performance standards are critical as installations scale up. Graham will highlight the key regulations and testing protocols that underpin safe deployment, and address common pitfalls that designers and installers should avoid. This session will provide a comprehensive view of how EESS can be deployed across different contexts, balancing innovation with reliability and compliance.
Solar PV Standards: Keeping Up with Regulatory Change
Solar PV systems are a cornerstone of the UK’s renewable energy strategy, but rapid technological change demands constant updates to standards and practices. Graham’s session will provide an overview of the latest developments in PV regulations, focusing on design and specification best practices from module selection to inverter configuration.
He will address key safety considerations in fault protection and earthing, particularly for building-mounted and ground-mounted systems. On top of this, Graham will also cover commissioning and monitoring requirements, emphasising the importance of robust documentation and performance tracking.
Long-term reliability depends on proactive maintenance, and Graham will highlight what needs to be considered from day one to ensure safe operation over the system’s lifetime. This session will help attendees stay aligned with evolving standards and deliver high-quality solar PV installations.
Join the Conversation
Graham Kenyon’s sessions at Solar & Storage Live UK offer a rare opportunity to gain deep insight into the technical, regulatory, and practical aspects of modern energy systems.
To register and explore the full programme, visit the Solar & Storage Live UK IET page.