Powering Net Zero

The Energy Institute’s new conference, Powering Net Zero, is designed to discuss ways in which clean electricity and electrification will be essential in reducing emissions globally to net zero.

Powering Net Zero Conference

6 October 2021

08:15 - 16:45

Online

Delivering net zero
As the devasting loss of life and habitats caused by climate change continues to increase, many countries and businesses are responding by setting bold commitments to reach net zero by 2050, as well as aiming to reduce emissions significantly by 2030. Additionally, many new policies will be introduced to tackle the climate crisis in the lead up to the UN’s COP26 climate talks. However, achieving decarbonisation may be easier for some countries and businesses than others, with many counting on major advances in technologies, innovation, support, and collaboration to achieve this ambitious goal.

This timely conference will provide insights into how businesses and countries are making net zero into a reality, whilst showcasing their achievements so far, and exploring what other actions still need addressing at COP26 to drive further acceleration.

Attend this timely event to:

Hear from expert speakers excelling in this area
Gain key insights into the policies, technologies, and people needed to reach net zero
Network with professionals from across the energy sector

Ask the speaker:
The interactive format of this event means you'll be able to engage with speakers and other delegates throughout the day. To make sure your queries are put to the speakers, we're giving you the opportunity to submit a question in advance* - once you've booked your place, we'll ensure to address them during or following the conference!

Submit your question

*Only those who book onto the Powering Net Zero Conference will have their questions submitted. If we don't get to your question by the end of the event, the speaker will provide an answer via email.

Speakers

Andy Hadland AMEI

Chief Development Officer, Arenko Group

Anja-Isabel Dotzenrath

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), RWE Renewables

Benjamin Kott

Benjamin Kott, CEO, Lightsource Labs

Brian Denvir

European Energy Markets Lead, Google

Councillor Susan Aitken

Leader, Glasgow City Council

Dhara Vyas

Head of Future Energy Services, Citizens Advice

Fintan Slye FEI

Director UK System Operation, National Grid ESO

Geraldine Newton-Cross

Commercial Director, Energy Systems Catapult

John Holland-Kaye

Chief Executive Officer, Heathrow Airport

Kate Turner

Policy, Regulation & Communications Director, ScottishPower Renewables/Iberdrola

Lisa Larroque Alexander

Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs, and Chief Sustainability Officer, Sempra

Lynne McDonald

Programme Manager - Distribution System Operator (DSO) Readiness, UK Power Networks

Melissa Stark FEI

Managing Director – Utilities, Global Renewables Lead, Accenture

Michael Lewis FEI

Chief Executive, EON UK

Polly Billington

Director, UK100

Sam Kimmins

Head of RE100, The Climate Group

Sinead Obeng AMEI

Chair of EI’s YP Council and Regulatory Affairs Advisor, Gazprom

Stephanie Jamison

Senior Managing Director, Accenture

Steve Holliday FREng FEI

Energy Institute and Former Chief Executive of National Grid

Tristan Zipfel

Strategy and Analysis Director, EDF Renewables

Programme

08:15

Registration and networking

09:15

Welcome from the Energy Institute

Steve Holliday FREng FEI, President, Energy Institute, and Former Chief Executive, National Grid

09:30

What will a net zero energy system look like?

Delivering a just and inclusive energy transition
How can the world reach net zero by 2050?
The ten-point plan for a greener revolution
Prospects for the European Green Deal
The road to COP26
What has COVID-19 cost the climate?

Moderator: Steve Holliday FREng FEI, President, Energy Institute and Former Chief Executive, National Grid

10:00

Demand in a net zero future

What does net zero mean for cities?
Insights into net zero homes
The potential for achieving net zero in the industrial and commercial sectors
Decarbonising transport in the road to net zero
Decarbonising heat
Energy efficiency
Beyond net-zero: Getting to 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy - demand-led decarbonization efforts, and how corporate clean energy buyers can go beyond net-zero goals to target round-the-clock carbon-free operations

Moderator: Michael Lewis FEI, Chief Executive, EON UK

Speakers:
Brian Denvir, European Energy Markets Lead, Google
John Holland-Kaye, Chief Executive Officer, Heathrow Airport
Councillor Susan Aitken, Leader, Glasgow City Council
Polly Billington, Director, UK100

11:05

Break

11:30

Demand Deep dive: Let’s hear from the consumers

Visualising a responsible consumer
Climate change – who do consumers think are responsible?
Consumers attitudes to decarbonisation
Are consumers willing to take action?
Are they willing to pay towards it?
Just transition – bringing everyone together in the journey
The function of demand in tariff design – energy system resilience

Moderator: Dhara Vyas, Head of Future Energy Services, Citizens Advice
Speaker: Stephanie Jamison, Senior Managing Director, Accenture

12:00

Energy supply in a net zero future

Wind and solar expansion- how far can wind and solar go?
The role of nuclear energy in achieving net zero
The role of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) in achieving net zero
The role of wind and solar in supporting grid flexibility and reliability
Rise of hybrid plants, batteries, other energy storage, and integrated solutions
Zero carbon hydrogen at scale – is it achievable?

Moderator: Kate Turner, Policy, Regulation & Communications Director, ScottishPower Renewables/Iberdrola

Speakers:
Tristan Zipfel, Strategy and Analysis Director, EDF Renewables
Anja-Isabel Dotzenrath, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), RWE Renewables

13:05

Break

14:05

An integrated energy system approach to decarbonisation

Integrating variables renewables into the electricity system
Integrating electric vehicles, rooftop solar, and other distributed energy resources
Power reform and transforming the grid’s strategy
Infrastructure projects (electricity, gas, CCS etc) that are delivering a greener future
Digitalisation
Creating a flexibile and integrated energy system

Moderator: Fintan Slye FEI, Director UK System Operation, National Grid ESO

Speakers:
Lisa Larroque Alexander, Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs, and Chief Sustainability Officer, Sempra
Andy Hadland AMEI, Chief Development Officer, Arenko Group
Lynne McDonald, Programme Manager - Distribution System Operator (DSO) Readiness, UK Power Networks
Benjamin Kott, CEO, Lightsource Labs

15:10

Enabling conditions to reach net zero

Regulating and policies for a net zero future
Accelerating innovation and research and development (R&D) towards net zero
Building the net zero energy workforce
Generation 2050: highlighting the key results on building a net zero energy workforce

Moderator: Melissa Stark FEI, Managing Director – Utilities, Global Renewables Lead, Accenture

Speakers:
Geraldine Newton-Cross, Commercial Director, Energy Systems Catapult
Sinead Obeng AMEI, Chair of EI’s YP Council and Regulatory Affairs Advisor, Gazprom
Sam Kimmins, Head of RE100, The Climate Group

16:15

Ofgem’s vision for a net zero future

Moderator: Melissa Stark FEI, Managing Director – Utilities, Global Renewables Lead, Accenture

16:40

Summary and closing remarks

Melissa Stark FEI, Managing Director – Utilities, Global Renewables Lead, Accenture

Prices:

Member - £150
Company Member - £200
Non-Member - £250

Registration closes at 17:00 BST on 5 October 2021.

If you are a company member, please email fferrari@energyinst.org for the promo code needed book your place - members and non-members can book online.

New bookers: after creating an account with the Energy Institute, you will receive a verification email before you can book. If you do not receive this, please contact fferrari@energyinst.org to validate your account.

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Who should attend

Companies in the RE100

Offshore wind companies

Oil & gas companies

Trading companies

Missed the Hydrogen and the new era for clean energy webinar?

Held in advance of the Powering Net Zero Conference, this webinar sees industry experts debate the future of hydrogen and its position in a net zero economy. Catch up by viewing the recording below:

Powering Net Zero

Agenda