2026 Speakers

Matt is the Head of Electrical Transport Systems at BEAMA where he leads on a number of critical areas for BEAMA members like the Smart and Secure Electricity System Framework, and runs a number of taskforces and working groups designed to improve safety and awareness of standards and...

Adeolu Adesanya is the Head of Commercial Finance at NESO (National Energy System Operator), the independent body responsible for operating Great Britain's electricity and gas systems. He leads commercial finance activities supporting NESO's role in balancing the network and driving forward ...

Dr. Stefano Giovanni Alberici is the VP Technology EMEA and Country Manager South Europe at HyperStrong International, a leading global battery energy storage systems (BESS) provider. Holding a PhD in Nuclear Engineering, he transitioned into renewables in 2005, specialising in PV physics, inverter ...

Mark Allison is a prominent British electrical contractor, clean-energy advocate, and educator who serves as the Co-Founder and Co-Host of The Renewables Podcast. He is widely recognized across the UK electrical and clean-tech trades for his active social media footprint, training initiatives, and...

Michael Andronicou is responsible for the commercialisation of Shell's eHGV charging business across Western Europe. As Commercial Lead for Shell's UK eHGV charging network, he drives network expansion based on the evolving needs of the pan-European fleet customers he manages. Michael...

Olivia works as a Senior ESG Analyst at NextEnergy Capital and is responsible for ensuring that the Company's sustainability and ESG priorities are fully integrated in our development, investment, asset management activities.

Balazs Arkus is the Head of International Sales at Cleveland Cable Company, the largest supplier of cables and cable accessories in the UK. He leads the company's sales efforts across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, supporting its growth as a global cable supplier.

Andrew Aylesbury is Co-founder and Managing Director of Duku, an award-winning product design consultancy, and Duku EV, which develops innovative electric vehicle charging technology. With around 20 years’ experience in product design and commercialisation, Andrew has led the development of...

Brett Baber is CEO and Co-Founder of Thanos Renewables, a specialist engineering consultancy supporting utility-scale BESS and Solar PV projects. With over 20 years’ experience in renewable energy, Brett brings practical expertise spanning technical due diligence, system design, equipment...

Sally Bailey is Head of EVC Sales UK at Vestel Mobility, with extensive experience across the UK EV charging sector. Having worked across CPOs, infrastructure providers and technology manufacturers, she brings a broad understanding of the commercial and practical challenges involved in delivering...

Alistair is passionate about sustainability, both in transport and beyond. At Innovate UK, the UK’s national innovation agency, he leads several programmes worth over £200 million, focused on decarbonising mobility, with a particular emphasis on zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles.

Barbara leads the sales process for solar and BESS projects in the UK, including EPC tenders and contract negotiations at Goldbeck Solar. With experience across both project development for major IPPs and EPC environments in international renewable energy markets, she brings a unique perspective on ...

Alex Barrows is the Head of PV at CRU, a global business intelligence company. He leads CRU's PV market analysis, focusing on forecasting the cost and efficiency of solar technologies and understanding when and how new technologies will influence the market.

Dave Tattershall, Chairman of Solarport, is a visionary leader in the renewable energy industry. With a wealth of experience and expertise, he is at the forefront of driving innovation and sustainability in the UK energy sector. Dave's strategic insights and commitment to empowering the energy...

Hussein Basma is a commercial vehicle expert at the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT). His work focuses on the transition to zero-emission commercial vehicle fleets, with particular emphasis on battery-electric trucks and the charging infrastructure needed to support their...

John Behan is Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of AMPYR Distributed Energy (ADE), a leading investor, owner and operator of on-site renewable energy assets across the UK and Europe. With more than 15 years’ experience in the power and sustainable infrastructure sector, John has worked across ...

Elena Beianu is the Policy Manager for Energy Infrastructure at RenewableUK, the UK's leading not-for-profit renewable energy trade association. She drives trade policy on grid infrastructure, offshore transmission, and the market integration of large-scale renewables.

Matt Black is the Chair of the Board at Solar Energy UK, the UK's leading trade association representing the entire solar and energy storage value chain. Matt has more than 15 years of cleantech investment experience, with past senior roles at Armstrong Capital Management, Foresight Group, and...

Irina Boldurescu is an engineering professional and the Founder and CEO of SolRecycle, a UK-based green technology startup specializing in the recovery, decommissioning, and processing of end-of-life solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Irina founded the business after recognizing a critical gap in the ...

Allan’s extended career in marketing communications and communication management for organisations such as the MoD and BBC, where he concentrated on major IT related business transformation programmes led him into early interactive media development. He joined Ark in 2009 initially to support their ...

Stephen Bradley, a seasoned professional with three decades of experience in the utilities sector, has made significant contributions to the UK energy landscape. His expertise has been instrumental in overseeing some of the largest power connections in London, including the iconic Canary Wharf and...

Michael Braybrook is Managing Director of Zaptec UK, spearheading the growth of one of Europe’s most advanced EV charging brands in one of the world’s most competitive markets. With over 20 years’ experience in business development, marketing communications, and leadership, he is focused on making...

A senior operations leader with extensive experience driving operational excellence across the renewable energy and electric vehicle charging sectors. As Chief Operating Officer at Voltloader, she leads the delivery and scaling of eHGVs and electric charging infrastructure, helping accelerate the...

Tom Butcher is a seasoned Business Development Manager with experience selling hardware, software, installation services and turnkey solutions. With over 7 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, Tom has a proven track record of driving business growth through strategic partnerships and ...

Hollie Carek is an accomplished British clean-tech leader who serves as the General Manager for the UK & Global Head of Partner Marketing Strategy at OpenSolar.  

Raman Chagger BSc MSc CMgr MCMI CEng FIET is a professional in the fire safety sector, currently serving as a Principal Consultant at BRE, a leading research and consultancy firm specializing in sustainable built environments. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Raman has established...

John-Henry Charles is the Co-Founder and CEO of Alentis Energy, a UK-based clean-tech enterprise developing AI-native operations software to optimise renewable energy infrastructure.

Louise Charlesworth-Herbert is the Technical Asset Manager – Solar & BESS at GRIDSERVE, a British company developing, owning, and operating critical infrastructure for sustainable energy across solar, battery storage, and EV charging. She supports the technical performance and management of...

Chris Cheetham is the Founder and CEO of Safer Charging, a specialist in electric vehicle charging maintenance and assessments. With over a decade of experience in the renewable energy sector, Chris is a leader dedicated to driving a sustainable transition to electrified transportation. His...

Dr Caspar Collins is the Head of Power Systems, focusing on the UK market, at Blake Clough Consulting, a specialist engineering consultancy focused on electricity networks, grid decarbonisation, and Net Zero transition strategies.

Paul Collins is the Technical Services Manager at NICEIC, the UK's leading certification body for electrical contractors. Paul began his career as an electrical apprentice in 1990, gaining qualifications in gas, plumbing, heating, and renewables, and has held a range of roles at NICEIC since...

Amy Conlen is Head of EV Partnerships & Customer Operations at OVO, where she brings together strategic collaborations and end-to-end customer operations to create seamless experiences for EV drivers. Amy has a proven track record of translating complex energy strategy into simple, impactful...

Mark joined the REA as Head of Transport Policy in March 2026, following almost five years at Cross-Pavement and On-Street EV charging innovator Trojan Energy. Mark’s specialisms are External and Government Affairs, championing a just transition that ensures no-one is left behind, and Marketing in ...

Swetta Coopamah is the Head of Smart Energy Systems at BEAMA, the UK's leading trade association for manufacturers and providers of energy infrastructure technologies and electrical systems.

Daniel Corcoran is Development Director at Rivan, leading land and planning consenting for large-scale solar across the UK, Spain, and Portugal. Rivan pairs utility-scale solar with on-site conversion to carbon-neutral synthetic natural gas - an off-grid model that removes grid connection as a...

Professor Ana Costa is an academic, chartered architect, and the Professor of Sustainable Architecture at Lancaster University. Ana focuses heavily on accelerating material reuse in construction by developing "materials passports" to track and log reusable building components.

Chris is a certified project manager, chartered engineer, and member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. He spent over a decade working on research and innovation projects in the energy industry before joining Cenex in 2018 to lead their activities relating to energy and infrastructure for...

Darren Crannis is the Technical Manager at ECA (Electrical Contractors' Association), which represents over 3,000 member companies and around 27,000 operatives across the UK. He provides guidance and technical support to Members on electrotechnical standards, including BS 7671, and helps shape...

Nigel Cussen is a Chartered Town Planner and Senior Planning Director at Pegasus Group, a leading independent development, planning, and environmental consultancy in the UK. Nigel oversees major infrastructure applications, appeals, and strategic site promotions.

John Davies is the Senior Policy Analyst – Skills and Supply Chain at Solar Energy UK, the trade association for the UK solar and energy storage industries. He focuses on policy issues relating to skills development and supply chain resilience across the solar sector.

Barclay became Director for Wales in 2018 having joined as Deputy Officer in 2004. Barclay has a background in the Finance and Cooperative sectors where diversity and engagement with communities was a key focus. A passionate advocate of passenger rights, Barclay works closely with Welsh Government...

Tim Day is a Senior Client Partner at Trina Solar, a leading integrated manufacturer of solar photovoltaic products. He looks after Trina Solar's strategic investment partners, working closely with them to deploy large-scale solar projects and portfolios across the UK, Europe and worldwide. ...

I lead research at the intersection of electric mobility, user experience, and sustainable urban systems, using AI, data analytics, ethnography, and design to create more inclusive and accessible low-carbon transport solutions. I am an academic researcher  and educator at Newcastle University with ...

Steven Devine is the Installation Safety Manager at Electrical Safety First, the UK charity dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries caused by electrical accidents. He has over 25 years' experience in the UK electrical industry, working to improve home safety through practical guidance, policy ...

Tim Dixon is Cornwall Insight’s Flexible Generation & Storage Lead. During his 11 years at the company, Tim has led analysis and research covering generation markets, policy, and regulation, with a focus on renewables and flexibility arrangements in GB. In his current role, Tim looks closely...

Jayson is a Senior Manager ​External Affairs Europe at ABB E-mobility where he is in charge of the company's engagement with policymakers and regulators across Europe and the UK.  He has worked in the e-mobility industry in Europe for almost a decade with a strong focus on the EV charging...

Scott heads up OVO's Exports business, with accountability for customer, commercial and compliance outcomes for one of the UK's largest portfolios of microgenerators. He has worked at the OVO Group for 4 years, and has previouly led other business units including flexibility products and...

CEO, EVA England - the voice of the EV driver | Member of ECIU Advisory Board and RAC Foundation Public Policy Committee | Former Senior Civil Servant - Head, OZEV | Senior EV Policy Adviser, ES Catapult

Tracey Elliott is a clean energy advocate, workforce connector, and Director at Eden Sustainable Power, a leading UK commercial solar developer specializing in fully funded commercial and industrial rooftop solar solutions. Tracey also serves as the Chair of the Solar Skills Working Party for Solar ...

David Emslie is a highly experienced British logistics executive who serves as the Group Sales Director at The Swain Group, one of the UK’s leading distribution and heavy transport logistics providers.

Driven by a passion for creating a sustainable future through decarbonisation and intelligent engineering, Mike brings over a decade of automotive experience having led the bidirectional charging concept development for a British car manufacturer; championing how EVs must have the capability to...

Imogen Fawcett is an Account Director at SEC Newgate UK, an insights and research-driven global strategic communications and advocacy group. Working in the Advocacy team, she delivers planning communications and engagement strategies, ensuring projects remain compliant while fostering...

Sam Featherstone is the Director and Owner of Oval Renewables, a UK electrical contractor specialising in solar PV, battery storage, and EV charging installations for domestic and commercial customers. He also co-hosts The Renewables Podcast, sharing insights from the ground on the UK's shift...

Jonathan "Jo" Fleming is the co-founder and Managing Director (MD) of Corrie Energy Partners, a UK-based clean-technology company that focuses on developing sustainable and cost-effective renewable energy solutions.

Emma Ford joined Eclipse Power in January 2026 as Chief Executive Officer, bringing over 20 years of experience across the UK and European energy infrastructure sector. She is a highly experienced leader who has delivered major operational, cultural and commercial transformations within complex...

As the New Technology Lead for Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy at Midlands Connect, Heather plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of EV charging networks across the region. With a background in delivering environmental and climate objecives across utilisties, construction and minerals ...

George Fournarakis is a Flexibility Senior Specialist at SP Energy Networks, which owns and operates the electricity transmission and distribution network across Central & Southern Scotland, Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales, and North Shropshire. He works within the Flexibility Team, engaging...

Garreth Freeman is an energy technology entrepreneur who is the Founder and Director of AutoWatt Ltd, a decentralized energy asset management platform. 

Shamala Gadgil is an experienced civil engineer and sustainable transport expert who serves as a Senior Programme Manager and Consultant to Coventry City Council. Shamala advises local authorities on the planning, procurement, and deployment of green urban infrastructure.

Lukas is Company Director of the Cambridge-based UK arm of the BMZ Innovation Group - a German lithium-ion battery manufacturer. He was born in 1979 in Ostrava, in what is now the east of the Czech Republic, and obtained a Master's degree at the Faculty of Economics of the Technical University...

Alex Georgianna leads Grace Automotive in advising investors, operators and land owners on the investabilty of electrified mobiliity projects.  Well-grounded in transaction advisory, M&A and business transformation across Europe and North America, his work focuses on creating financial value...

Sotiris Georgiopoulos is a prominent energy industry executive who serves as the Director of the Distribution System Operator (DSO) at UK Power Networks. As Director, he led the launch of the UK's first independent Distribution System Operator, using data and automated local markets to bypass...

From South Africa to the USA to Europe, this industry has taken me all around the world and given me knowledge and experience in life and in this industry that I could never have imagined. Now I get to travel and teach people all the amazing things I learned in the Solar industry and develope some...

Luke Gonzales is a Solar and BESS Fire Safety Engineer and founder of CGM Group UK, specialising in fire safety, technical due diligence, and risk management for renewable energy systems. Luke has a background spanning electrical building services, renewable energy, fire safety inspection, and...

Alex Goodall is a seasoned renewables entrepreneur and the visionary Founder & CEO of Xela Energy (formerly Clean Energy Capital). With over 15 years in the clean energy sector, Alex has founded, scaled, and successfully exited two renewable businesses - both acquired by global leaders...

Keith Gough is the Founder & Chairman of Sunsynk, a UK-designed manufacturer of solar inverters and lithium batteries, providing energy storage solutions for large-scale installations and individual homeowners globally.

Ashley is the former CTO at ev.energy and engineering leader at Bboxx (off-grid solar products used across 500,000+ homes in East Africa). Ashley co-founded Windfall Energy to bring plug-in batteries to flat-dwellers so they can store cheap, clean energy.

Deanna brings more than 10 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, Deanna has worked across solar and BESS development, as well as commercial and industrial energy solutions for one of the UK's leading IPPs and now takes a leading role in behind-the-meter battery at AMPYR. Drawing...

Dan is Head of Low Carbon for the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, leading the team which will deliver carbon-neutrality by 2038 with partners from across the city-region. Main responsibilities include low carbon policy; domestic and non-domestic buildings retrofit; and integration of...

Gemma Grimes is a highly accomplished British renewable energy policy expert who serves as the Director of Policy and Delivery at Solar Energy UK (SEUK), the country's leading trade association representing the solar and energy storage value chain. Gemma leads SEUK’s lobbying, regulatory...

Kit Guest is the CEO of Swanbarton Limited, a UK consultancy specialising in electrical energy storage and microgrid technology. He leads Swanbarton's engagement with clients and strategic partners, working with the team to help clients access more reliable, cleaner, and cheaper energy

Leticia Han is the General Manager for the UK & Ireland at LONGi Solar, a global manufacturer of monocrystalline solar modules and one of the world's leading providers of solar and green energy solutions. She leads the company's strategy across the UK and Ireland, both of which are key...

Robert Harley is Director of Helios Solar Operations & Maintenance Ltd, where he provides strategic leadership across the operation and maintenance of his client’s solar energy assets. Combining industry insight with strong commercial experience, Robert is focused on optimising asset...

Edgar Harzfeld, Professor at Stralsund University. Studies and research in Leipzig and Zurich. Since 1996 at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science of Stralsund University responsible for electrical power supply and renewable energy systems. Since 2004 - 2026 numerous research...

Rachel Hayes is the Head of Consents and ESG at Solar Energy UK, the trade association for the UK solar and energy storage industries. She leads the association's work on ground-mounted solar, with a focus on planning, land use, biodiversity, and agriculture, engaging with policymakers to shape ...

Perry Hazell is a senior infrastructure and innovation leader with over 18 years of experience across private & public sector asset management, lighting, and sustainable transport. As Head of Engineering & Infrastructure Services for Southwark Council, Perry has led pioneering initiatives...

Steven Heape CEng FIET FIHEEM is a Chartered Engineer and low-carbon infrastructure specialist working at the forefront of the UK’s energy transition. As part of the Carbon and Energy Fund team, he has contributed to the delivery of over £800 million of public-sector decarbonisation...

Chris Hewett is a prominent British environmental policy advocate and sustainability leader who serves as the Chief Executive of Solar Energy UK (SEUK). Chris oversees a coalition of over 400 member companies dedicated to scaling up the country's clean power output.

Jonathan Heybrock is a Sustainable Finance Associate at the Green Finance Institute, the UK and Europe's principal forum for innovation in green finance, working at the intersection of the public and private sectors to catalyse investment in net zero and nature-positive outcomes. He is an...

Matthew Hickin is the CEO of Sunsynk, a UK-designed manufacturer of solar inverters and lithium batteries, providing energy storage solutions for large-scale installations and individual homeowners globally.

James Hoare is founder and partner of LHW Partnership LLP, a specialist engineering consultancy providing services to large ground mount, rooftop PV & BESS, as well as on-shore wind, and  large scale heat pump projects  from feasibility through to completion and expert witness dispute...

Kevin Holland is the Managing Director of Solar Nation (the Solar Nation Assured Installer Network), a UK-wide network of vetted solar installation companies and renewable energy specialists. Kevin founded Solar Nation after 16 years' hands-on experience in the UK solar industry as an...

Verity Horn is a Project Manager at EE Renewables, a UK-based renewable energy installer specialising in solar panel, battery storage, and heat pump installations for residential and commercial customers.

Jason Howlett is the Founder and CEO of the Energy Storage Association (UK), the national trade body dedicated to representing the full energy storage value chain — from electrical batteries to thermal, hydro, and hydrogen storage. With over 20 years in senior roles within the renewable energy...

Steve Humphreys is the Technical Commercial Manager at NAPIT, a leading UK certification body for electricians and other tradespeople. He provides technical guidance and industry insight to NAPIT-registered installers, and hosts the podcast "WATT'S CURRENT with NAPIT," covering...

EUPD Research is a leading global data-driven market intelligence, consulting, and certification firm specialising in the renewable energy and sustainability sectors. EUPD Research distinguishes itself through primary-data analysis, leveraging a vast global database of decision-makers built over...

Tom Jennings is General Manager of Ratio EV, a UK manufacturer of intelligent electric vehicle charging solutions. With more than 20 years’ experience in engineering, product design and development, Tom brings extensive technical knowledge alongside a practical understanding of the rapidly evolving ...

Warwick Johnston is the founder and managing director of SunWiz, which informs the decisions of solar & battery market leaders - in Australia since 2009 and now worldwide. Warwick holds a Masters Degree in Renewable Energy and is a longstanding contributor to industry peak bodies.

Bhagyashri leads commercial and construction activities at NextEnergy Capital, overseeing the delivery of renewable energy projects from development through to long-term asset ownership. With more than 15 years of international experience across renewable energy, infrastructure and...

Andy Khan is the Managing Director of Push Power, a UK provider of commercial solar PV and battery energy storage solutions, delivering projects for clients including Tesco, Silverstone Race Circuit, David Lloyd Leisure, and Aviva.

Dan is a Senior Energy Analyst at Gridcog, where he helps customers maximise the value of our modelling software while working alongside the product team to ensure we can easily reflect the latest regulatory, commercial, and technical setups across both Front-of-Meter and Behind-the-Meter projects...

Louise Leyland is a Director at PWA Planning, a UK planning consultancy. She oversees major projects and contributes to the firm's operational management, with specialisms in energy, residential, and commercial planning — particularly large-scale developments in the renewable energy...

Sarah Lightfoot is Head of Development at Root-Power. Sarah leads the development of utility-scale renewable energy projects across the UK and focuses on developing diverse, adaptable and future-ready projects across the network to support the UK's Clean Power 2030 ambitions. With a...

Matthew is Environment Strategy Programme Manager at Suffolk County Council. He has worked in the public and private sector in the UK and New Zealand. He leads on EV infrastructure implementation and the home energy efficiency retrofit projects. He has managed large operational teams in the built...

Dawn Longdon, MIET, is an electrical educator currently serving as an Electrical Tutor and Technical Training & Development Specialist at E.ON UK. She is heavily involved in E.ON's green skills initiatives, primarily operating out of the company's Net Zero Training Academy

Steven Love is the SaFE Team Manager (Safeguarding, Fire Investigation and Environment) at Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, working to raise awareness of fire risks — including those linked to lithium-ion batteries — and to keep Surrey's communities safe.

Chartered Engineer, Director of Swansea-based renewable energy company Ulex Energy. Ex-founder of Charge Gully.

Iain MacLeod is a Technical Manager within Energy Saving Trust's Scotland transport team, with more than 10 years' experience in low-carbon transport. He specialises in providing advice and support on the rollout of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure to a wide range of...

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Andy has over 30 years of technical, commercial and leadership experience across energy transition and legacy hydrocarbon value chains. He currently operates as an independent commercial & business development consultant and most recently led development of the UK’s largest announced eSAF...

Bethany Meban joined the SSI as Head of Policy & Communications in May 2026, having served as Head of Press & Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe for almost five years, leading media relations, policy-focused messaging, and crisis communications. Prior to this, she was employed by...

Ranjit Mene is the Energy Commercial Director for the UK & Ireland at RINA, a global consultancy in the Energy, Infrastructure & Mobility, Industry, Marine, Certification and Real Estate sectors. He has worked in the energy industry for the past 15 years in a variety of sectors ranging from ...

Carla Mercier is a Global BESS Engineer at Lightsource bp, a leading global developer and manager of solar energy projects. She focuses on the deployment, implementation, and optimization of large-scale battery storage solutions co-located with renewable energy assets.

Dylan Middleton is Head of ESG & Public Affairs Europe at JA Solar, where he leads on sustainability, responsible supply chains, traceability, and emerging policy requirements across the European solar market. His work focuses on ensuring the business is able to respond effectively to an...

Venessa Moffat is the Executive Director of the Data Centre Alliance, a UK trade body representing the data centre industry. With 20 years' experience in the data centre and tech sectors, she leads industry engagement on issues including planning, energy infrastructure, and sustainable growth...

Muhammad Musa is an Energy Transition and Strategy Specialist with over nine years of experience spanning corporate strategy, renewable energy deployment, and innovation. He has led multi-million pound programmes in clean energy infrastructure, EV deployment, and smart grid development, working at...

Ruth Nash is the DEI Lead at NextEnergy Group, a global specialist in renewable energy development, investment, and asset management. She leads the Group's diversity, equity, and inclusion journey, including its NEXTogether initiative, fostering a culture where every voice can shape the...

Constantinos Peonides is the Co-founder and CEO of MEGGITT, a Cyprus-based company that uses AI and machine learning to optimise the performance of solar and renewable energy assets.

Gareth Phillips is a Partner in the Energy & Natural Resources team at Pinsent Masons, an international law firm headquartered in London. He specialises in planning and project development, and has experience of the consenting, financing, acquisition and divestment/disposal of energy-related...

Shane Pither is Head of Select Electric at Select Car Leasing, where he leads the company’s electric vehicle strategy, partnerships and customer adoption activity. With more than 30 years’ commercial experience across automotive and vehicle leasing, Shane focuses on the practical challenges of...

Owen Power is a leading figure in the renewable energy sector, bringing more than 30 years of international experience across Ireland, France, UK and the United States. In 2005, Owen co-founded Enerpower with his brother, Cormac Power, building the business into one of Ireland’s leading renewable...

Anthony Price OBE is the Director of Swanbarton Limited, a UK consultancy specialising in electrical energy storage. He works with clients across manufacturing, research, and project development to support large-scale electricity storage projects in the UK and abroad, and is recognised for his...

With over 16 years’ experience in local government transport planning, I play a pivotal role in scaling electric vehicle infrastructure across Essex, having secured more than £8.5m in ORCS and LEVI funding to deliver over 5,000 public charge points by 2031. I bring extensive engagement experience...

Aadil Qureshi is co-founder and CEO of Heat Geek. After trying and failing to get a heat pump at his own house, he realised the status quo needed total disruption if the world was to remove the 20% of carbon emissions home heating accounts for. Prior to co-founding Heat Geek, Aadil began his career ...

Daroon Ramadani is a British energy policy specialist who serves as the Senior Policy Analyst for Economic and Network Regulations at Solar Energy UK. Daroon works directly within the policy and delivery division to help shape the UK's regulatory and commercial landscape for solar power and...

Pierre-Louis Raust is the Director of Engineering and Procurement at Power Capital, an international renewable energy company. He leads engineering and procurement for large-scale solar PV and battery energy storage projects, sourcing key components and negotiating high-value contracts with global...

David Rice is the Global Chief Executive Officer of Segen Ltd, the UK's leading renewables distributor. He leads operations across the wider Segen & Soligent Group, spanning SegenSolar in Europe, SegenSolar SA in Africa, and Soligent in the USA, bringing together the group's global...

Jacob is a Senior Policy & Strategy Consultant at Cenex - a non-profit sustainable transport research organisation. He leads Cenex's Infrastructure Strategy Team, who support public and private sector organisations to enable net-zero transport through effective infrastructure...

Stephen Rosser is an Investment Director at NextEnergy Capital, the specialist solar and energy storage investment manager. He leads the firm's listed investment strategy through NextEnergy Solar Fund. With more than 20 years' experience spanning renewable energy investment, capital...

Raffaele Rossi is the Head of Market Intelligence at SolarPower Europe, a trade association working to facilitate the transition to a zero-carbon EU energy system through effective policymaking and enabling regulatory frameworks. He leads the production of the organisation's flagship market...

Jamie Sands is the founder of TwentyForty, a mission-led Research and Technology Organisation accelerating the future of freight, and Head of Solutions at Welch Group, a 90-year-old family logistics operator. Jamie leads fleet electrification initiatives, hosts The Loading Bay podcast, and...

Jess Shanahan is a writer, speaker, and facilitator working at the heart of the electric transition. Founder of Charge Happy, winner of the EV Café Award for EV Outreach and Education (2025), and shortlisted for Cox Automotive's Woman of the Year (2025), she's known for closing the...

Ben Smith is Co-Founder of Hertford Birch, an EV charging and power infrastructure consultancy advising local authorities and commercial property owners. Hertford Birch helps clients plan and deliver effective charging infrastructure—from site strategy and grid connections to commercial...

John Southern is the Operations and Strategy Director at the Energy Storage Association (UK), the trade body dedicated to promoting energy storage technologies. He is a Senior Director with over 20 years' experience leading strategic transformation across the energy, telecoms, and travel...

Richard is a director-level leader with over 15 years' experience across regulated and infrastructure sectors, including local authorities and organisations such as EDF, BMM Energy Solutions and Believ/Liberty Charge. Since 2012, his work has focused on delivering EV charging infrastructure for ...

Alex Stobbs is the Founder and Managing Director of Simply Certification. Alex launched Simply Certification to provide streamlined compliance and auditing across multiple eco-certification schemes. 

Kieron Stopforth is the Global Flexibility Manager at Octopus Energy Generation, leading the development of propositions that make energy smarter and more flexible. He led the UK's first battery tolling deal with Gresham House for 568MW of capacity, created Saving Sessions, a demand response...

Jamie Storry is the UK Commercial Lead at Enel X, a global company helping businesses use energy in more sustainable ways. With 10 years in the UK energy sector across Solar PV, BESS, Hydro and Flexibility, Jamie works with clients to get their assets into the right markets at the right...

Jon is a Qualified MIET Electrical Specialist currently working at NAPIT, one of the leading Government approved and UKAS accredited membership scheme operators, and is passionate about raising standards and helping those on the front line of the industry through the sharing and development of...

Mia Sylvester is the Head of Partnerships at Ortus Energy, a UK-based company that delivers fully funded, on-site solar solutions — including rooftop solar, solar canopies, and battery storage — for commercial and industrial businesses, in partnership with SSE Energy Solutions.

Dr K. T. Tan is an expert renewable energy engineer and executive who serves as the Chief Technical Officer at Viridian Solar, a leading Cambridge-based manufacturer specializing in roof-integrated solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.

Jim Totty is the Managing Director of Viridis Capital, an investment firm focused on sustainability and impact themes, particularly across energy, mobility, clean industry, and food and agriculture. Jim has been an investor in sustainability-focused companies and infrastructure for 20 years, after...

Kirsty Townend is an accomplished Infrastructure Project Manager with a proven track record of successfully developing complex projects in the transportation sector. Kirsty is a dedicated professional with a passion for developing sustainable infrastructure solutions that drive positive change in...

Egemen Tumturk is the VP of Sales and Business Development at Vestel Mobility, focusing on Europe and the US markets. Vestel Mobility, a spin-off from Vestel Group providing electric vehicle charging solutions, energy storage systems, and automotive electronics products, aims to boost energy...

Cara has spent her career so far working within sustainability in the NHS. She is currently the Head of Sustainability at East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) and leads on net zero, managing utilities and environmental compliance. A major part of EMAS’ drive to net zero is fleet...

Matt Uttley is a Renewable Energy Security Specialist at DeterTech, bringing over 12 years of experience in sales, with more than five of those in the security and risk-management sector. Over the past three years, he has specialised in protecting renewable energy assets, helping organisations...

Lennart van Walsum is the Director of EMEIA & Americas at the Global Solar Council, the world's largest organisation uniting the global solar and energy storage industry. Recognised as a leading figure in the global solar PV and battery storage sectors, Lennart entered the solar industry in ...

Jade joined techUK in September 2025, leading their data centres work on energy, heat and water. As Junior Programme Manager, she works with industry and government to shape energy policy and advance innovation and resilience.  She brings a background in research, journalism and advocacy. Prior to ...

Nina leads WSP's onshore renewables business across the UK and Ireland, overseeing owner's engineering, technical advisory, due diligence and multidisciplinary project support for solar and BESS developments. With nearly a decade of experience in renewable energy, engineering and project...

Amelia Walsh is Senior Carbon Manager at Low Carbon, where she leads carbon management initiatives across the company's renewable energy portfolio and supports its pathway to Net Zero. With experience in sustainability and carbon management, alongside a Master's in Sustainability...

Gareth Warner is a Senior Transport Planner responsible for designing and establishing Portsmouth City Council’s LEVI programme, shaping the city’s long‑term approach to public EV infrastructure. Before joining Portsmouth, Gareth delivered major ORCS projects in West Sussex, enabling large‑scale...

Kerry Winter is an Employer Partnerships Consultant specialising in workforce development, employer engagement, and skills provision. Working closely with employers, the DWP, and the Restart programme, Kerry helps create pathways into sustainable employment, particularly within the renewable energy ...

Charles leads Energy UK’s policy advocacy on infrastructure, institutions and governance, and the Industrial Strategy. For the past decade, Charles has led engagement on network funding, delivery, and operation, including on connections reform, digitalisation, network charging, and price...

Duo Yan is a Development Manager at Octopus Energy Generation, one of the largest investors in renewable energy in Europe, spanning 10 countries and 8 technologies. He works within the team developing large-scale solar and wind projects, as well as more localised, people-led renewables, as part of...