Speakers

Sam is co-CEO of Space Solar, creating an era defining new solar energy source from space.  Following a PhD working on a NASA Mars mission, Sam held senior space sector strategy roles in Finmeccanica (now Leonardo), was Lead Technologist for Space at the UK’s Innovation Agency and was Chief...

Jeff Aherne is the Director and Owner of EVHACS of the worlds first combined heat pump and EV charger. Providing solutions in HVAC and in Electromobility and Connected Autonomous Mobility. Aeronautical, Mechanical, Refrigeration and Automotive Engineer. Specialist in Vehicle Data. An inventor with...

I lead First Bus's decarbonisation programme, overseeing a significant expansion from 200 EVs across four sites to over 600 EVs across more than 10 sites in 2023/24, with further projects already in the works. My portfolio covers programme, product and utilities across the First Bus...

Fiona Appleton, Regional Account Manager, Energy Saving Trust. Fiona has worked on the Local Government Support Programme at the Energy Saving Trust for six years, helping local authorities to develop and deliver strategies for electric vehicles and sustainable transport to improve local air...

I work as a Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe. SolarPower Europe, the premier association for the European solar PV and flexibility sector, unites 320+ organisations. Collaborating with members, we shape regulations and business landscapes for solar’s growth. I am personally specialised in solar...

Sally Bailey leads UK sales for Vestel Mobility, helping customers across public, commercial, and fleet sectors deploy reliable, future-ready EV charging solutions. With extensive experience working alongside Charge Point Operators, fleets, and wholesalers, Sally focuses on building strong...

Alistair is passionate about sustainability, both in transport and more generally. At Innovate UK, the UK’s national innovation agency, he is responsible for several programmes focusing on zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, totalling over £200m. His background includes metallurgy, energy storage...

I am the CEO of GreenHearth. GreenHearth is a specialist arranger of financing for Solar PV schemes.  The company uses technology to help SME's arrange simple, competitive, low-cost financing for projects from £25k to £3M with terms from 5 to 15 years. GreenHearth works with businesses and...

Bean Beanland is a graduate of Imperial College, an Associate of the Royal College of Science, and a founding member of the Heat Pump Federation (HPF). He has over 15-years’ experience, including eight years with an installation contractor, in energy and carbon mitigation strategy and in conceptual ...

George is Head of New Mobility at TRL. George has 12 years’ experience conducting social and behavioural research and evaluation in the transport sector across a variety of areas, including studies of active travel and micromobility safety, electric vehicle adoption, and evaluations of future...

Elliott Burnett is the co-founder of Spark Energy UK, one of the nation's leading providers of Solar PV installation and renewable energy solutions. With a career rooted in sustainable innovation and operational excellence, Elliott has been instrumental in driving the company’s rapid growth and ...

David Cassidy is a Principal Project Manager at Statkraft, with over 18 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, covering development, construction and operation. Since 2007, he has led the development of solar and wind projects ranging from sub 5MW to over 50MW across England, Scotland...

Eleni has 20 years’ experience in delivering major public sector infrastructure projects and programmes, spanning transport, environment, and education sectors. Her passion lies in fostering collaboration coupled with a keen problem-solving acumen- transforming projects from conceptualisation to...

Beck joined SWM in April 2022 after fifteen years working in higher education, local government, and as a director for a community energy society.  She brings to SWM her skills in research, knowledge transfer and stakeholder engagement, and her knowledge in sustainable energy and sustainable built...

Finlay Colville managed various PV market research teams between 2010 and 2025 at Solarbuzz and PV-Tech. In 2023, Finlay was the recipient of the Solar & Storage Live ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’. His introduction to the PV industry overlapped with the first major investments into volume...

Mark drove his first EV in 2008 and was immediately struck by the potential for massive disruption in automotive.  He has led the EV team at EDF, later developing the large-scale commercial Rapid Charging Hub programme for TfL.  Mark has sat on a number of steering/advisory groups in both eMobility ...

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...

Helen Cuthbert is a highly experienced Planning Consultant and the Managing Director of Planning Potential, a leading consultancy specializing in strategic planning and development. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Helen has a proven track record of delivering successful planning...

John is a Senior Policy Analyst at Solar Energy UK, the trade association for the solar and energy storage industry. He leads the organisation's policy work on skills and UK supply chain issues.

Sue is the Senior Deputy General Secretary, the trade union for professionals and specialists. Sue is responsible for the union's work on energy, defence, the environment and science and leads on equalities issues. She is a member of the TUC General Council and Executive, and leads for the...

James Fisher is a Director and Head of Solar Origination and Investments at the National Wealth Fund. He has a focus on commercial and industrial rooftop solar and co-located solar and battery storage projects. Over the course of his career, he has been instrumental in the successful execution of...

Juliet is the Programme Director leading GFI’s Transport Team, looking after the GFI’s work on charging infrastructure, HGVs and the UK battery supply chain. She leads on bringing a series of financial products including Utilisation Linked Finance and a Battery Investment Facility to market. She...

Corrie is a low-carbon startup operating in the solar market. We are winners of multiple IUK and DESNZ grants to develop a commercially viable solar tracker for high latitudes and extend the global solar tracking market. We have patented and developed a novel solar tracking technology, in...

Leading on the Midlands electric vehicle (EV) strategy for the Midlands Region as part of Midlands Sub-Regional Transport Body (Midlands Connect) to help the region accelerating electric vehicle infrastructure towards UK targets, to help improve local air emissions, connectivity across the region...

Gemma has worked within the international trade union movement for over 20 years. She is a firm believer that modern slavery cannot be sustainably tackled without addressing union-busting in countries where trade unions are free to operate. Her responsibilities include Business and Human Rights...

Proficient Fuel Systems Engineer and Managing Director with over 25 years of experience designing and engineering fuel storage and handling systems. ISO Technical Committee member for Hydrogen fuelling, BSI Technical committee member for Gaseous Hydrogen and Liquid Fuel Firing. PEIMF Lead on...

Claire is the European Marketing Manager at Solis, bringing over two decades of strategic marketing experience from leading blue-chip companies across retail, FMCG, B2C and B2B sectors. Since entering the solar industry in 2012 with the UK’s largest solar distributor, Claire has developed a deep...

Mr Lukas Gazda is the company director of BMZ Innovation Group Ltd, located in Cambridge, UK. Lukas has been working at BMZ for over twelve years. He secures new business opportunities and strategic partnerships, consistently delivering state-of-the-art battery solutions for BMZ customers, thanks...

Asif Ghafoor is Be.EV’s founder and Chief Executive Officer. He oversees the Group and sets its strategy and vision. He brings over 25 years experience of working in UK infrastructure investment.   The need for change and better access to sustainable infrastructure is behind his passion for the...

George joined Invinity in September 2024 as their European Sales Director and is focused on delivering Lond Duration Energy Storage solutions.  He is tasked with promoting Invinity’s exciting technology of Vanadium Flow Batteries into the European energy markets. George is a Chartered Engineer...

John Goodbody is the Co-Founder and Marketing Director of Go Eve, creators of DockChain—a breakthrough EV charging technology that lets multiple parking spaces share a single rapid charger. Drawing on his car rental industry experience, John saw the high costs of EV infrastructure and helped...

Deanna is the Director of Development within SAS Energy, EDF power solutions’ C&I Generation Business whose dedicated focus is on developing, funding, constructing and operating onsite renewable generation for commercial and industrial clients. Deanna has worked in the renewable energy...

Carl Gurney has been in the insurance industry for over 30 years and specifically in the renewable energy sector for 20 years. He has sat on advisory boards and steering groups, whilst also consulting on policy and permits with government and regulators. Carl has written a number of articles and...

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 - 2025 numerous research...

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 - 2025 numerous research...

Steve Heape is a leading energy consultant with over a decade of experience delivering large-scale, low-carbon infrastructure projects across the NHS. He has led the technical development and implementation of landmark renewable energy schemes, including the UK’s first 100% renewably heated and...

Chris Hewett became Solar Energy UK's Chief Executive in 2018, bringing 25 years of experience dealing with environmental and energy issues. Previously, he was Head of Climate Change for the Environment Agency, an Associate at Green Alliance, and a Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for...

Alistair is Head of Energy Transition at Consumer Scotland, leading a small team dedicated to improving outcomes for consumers across a wide range of energy policy issues. Prior to this role he was responsible for setting up Consumer Scotland’s new statutory responsibilities relating to heat...

Ian is a serial entrepreneur with a background in building impactful technology businesses. In his twenties, he helped scale one of the earliest online food ordering platforms that grew into a multi-billion-dollar Nasdaq listed company. Today, Ian is a co-founder of InsTool, a platform...

Steve is a Qualified MIET Electrical Specialist currently working at NAPIT, one of the leading Government approved and UKAS accredited membership scheme operators . Steve is passionate about the electrical and renewables industry and helping to improve standards and safety. Steve has worked in the...

Zac leads Street Child’s central fundraising department with a clear focus on forging high-impact strategic stakeholder relationships that drive meaningful, programmatic change. By championing major donor stewardship, public engagement, corporate partnerships and innovative fundraising...

    Saif Islam is a Senior Consultant at EUPD Research. He joined the company in 2011 and has since been a part of a majority of all studies published in regards to energy and photovoltaics. In addition, Saif Islam participates actively in the studies to get a feel for what drives the...

Stuart Jackson is a senior leader in electric vehicle (EV) policy and infrastructure strategy, driving national and regional initiatives that accelerate the transition to zero-emission transport. With extensive experience shaping climate and mobility policy, Stuart leads cross-sector collaboration...

Sian Lea is the Head of UK & European Advocacy at Anti-Slavery International heading up the responsible business team and the trafficking team. She oversees advocacy for better business practice through legislative shifts at UK and EU levels and supporting businesses in their own efforts. She...

Xiongwei Liu is a seasoned professional with a proven track record in the energy industry. As the Managing Director of Entrust Microgrid Ltd, Xiongwei brings a wealth of experience and expertise in developing innovative solutions for sustainable energy infrastructure. With a background in...

Alison brings over 17 years of expertise in staffing within the STEM marketplace, partnering with both dynamic startups and established enterprises to design and implement effective recruitment programs and strategies.  Her extensive experience spans identifying top talent, streamlining hiring...

Founder and CEO of Connected Energy, Matthew Lumsden has been a leader in renewable energy and clean tech since 2000. Leveraging his expertise from EV infrastructure and V2G trials, Matthew established Connected Energy in 2010 and is responsible for driving the company’s growth. Combining the...

Ian is a Chartered Engineer who invented the EV charging solution Charge Gully and founded the renewable energy company Ulex Energy.

Richard is a Regional Account Manager for the Energy Saving Trust within the Local Government Support Programme, offering support & advice on EV strategy, procurement and sustainable travel. Working closely with our colleagues managing the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure scheme (LEVI)​...

Dr Alastair Martin founded the first demand side response (DSR) business in Great Britain in 2004. Alongside heading up strategy, Alastair has worked on a range of energy policy developments and participates in several key regulatory working groups and committees with the Association of...

Sturge Mazzocchi leads Solar Careers UK, a flagship workforce careers programme, actioned through the government-industry Solar Roadmap delivered by the trade association Solar Energy UK. The programme plays a central role in supporting the UK’s target of installing up to 60GW of solar energy by...

Jeannie Meyer is the forward-thinking Director of Ecocetera Limited, a long-established renewable energy company based in Bristol. With over fifteen years of experience in the sector, she joins Solar Nation to connect with a community of like-minded professionals who share her commitment to...

Dylan Middleton works to advance sustainability and responsible business practices across the solar industry. His current role at JA Solar includes driving initiatives on supply chain decarbonization, responsible sourcing, traceability, and human rights, with the aim of fostering more...

Laura oversees Oxford PV communications, which includes marketing, public relations, and governmental affairs strategies. Previously Head of Sustainability, she also leads Oxford PV’s activities in the implementation of ESG best practices. Laura has been with Oxford PV for over a decade, holding a...

Georgina leads Zenobē’s engagement with policymakers, industry stakeholders, and public institutions. With a focus on strategic advocacy, she ensures that Zenobē’s innovative solutions in energy storage and fleet electrification align with and influence governmental and regulatory frameworks. ...

Andrew Mouat is the Head of Smart Mobility at Scottish Power, where he is responsible for a range of domestic and commercial propositions. He is a recognized advocate for advancing smart mobility across the UK and spearheads initiatives in sustainable transportation. Andrew started deploying...

As the Head of Analysis at Consumer Scotland, Eleanor leads the provision of quantitative analysis that informs policy and advocacy work to improve outcomes for consumers, including, but not limited to, energy and low carbon technology sectors. Consumer Scotland’s work has included the production...

Kate Mulvany is a Principal Consultant at the independent energy research and advisory firm, Cornwall Insight. With two decades experience across energy, Kate specialises in strategic services for organisations helping to deliver net zero.

ACT work exclusively with Trusted Partners to deliver quality renewable projects to our mutual customers.We design, specify and support the installation of MCS accredited domestic solar, large commercial solar, battery storage and electric vehicle charging.Our industry experience enables us to...

Co-founder and CCO of Tap Electric

Paul Phare studied engineering at UWE in Bristol and has been working in the community energy sector since 2003.  He was involved with the first community owned wind farm in Scotland on the Isle of Gigha and won the prestigious Ashden Award for his organisation’s involvement in the project.  Paul...

International energy lawyer specialising in utility scale solar and storage. Member of Solar Energy UK's Board and NSIP Forum. Acheieved the Financial Times’ Innovative Lawyers, Energy Security & Transition Award 2023. Experience of the consenting, financing, acquisition/disposal of...

Leading the delivery of high-profile electric vehicle infrastructure grant schemes, to assist in the rollout of charging infrastructure across the UK. Programme Manager for the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) scheme and the On-street Residential Chargepoint Scheme (ORCS).

Rob recently joined Avison Young as an Associate Director, leading on green energy and decarbonisation initiatives. A Chartered Engineer and Fellow of CIBSE, he brings over 25 years of experience in Building Services Engineering. Before joining Avison Young, Rob held roles both as a consultant and...

Kevin is a highly experienced Senior Authorised Person (SAP) with over two decades in the electricity industry. Since beginning his career as an apprentice in 2003, he has progressed through technical and operational roles to achieve full LV and HV authorisations. Kevin brings a deep understanding...

Niall Riddell is the CEO and co-founder of Paua, a London-based technology start-up that simplifies electric vehicle (EV) fleet charging and payments for businesses. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, Niall leads Paua in solving key challenges such as home charging...

Paul is a Senior Innovation and Technical Evaluation Coordinator at National Energy Action (NEA), the national fuel poverty and energy efficiency charity. He has been evaluating solar PV and battery projects in social housing since 2016. He has worked on projects in Devon, London, Cheshire and...

I am a Safety Consultant working mostly in the Clean Energy and Rail sectors, helping clients identify and manage hazards, choose the best design solutions within the relevant health and safety frameworks and to present the safety case for large projects.  I am a Chartered Mechanical Engineer and...

Before founding Power for People in 2017, Steve worked on a number of Parliamentary campaigns that saw new environmental laws passed, including the Climate Change Act, the Doorstep Recycling Act and the Sustainable Communities Act.

Lead Internal Product Owner for the MAV suite of products and feeding customer needs and designs into the R&D process for new products whilst reviewing the current product suite for continual development and evolution.Driving continual improvement and engaging with customers to provide support...

Michael Simpson is the Chief Commercial & Product Officer and co-founder of Keep Energy Systems. With a background in aerospace engineering and a PhD from Imperial College London, he began his career designing gas turbines at Rolls-Royce before moving into clean energy technologies. At Keep...

Neil Smith is an experienced Country Manager / Director with a demonstrated history working in the Renewables, Energy and Environment industry. He brings extensive, wide-ranging experience in solar PV, inverters, ESS, and electrical engineering. Furthermore, Neil is a multifaceted sales...

Mark works with local authorities across the south of England on a range of EV infrastructure and transport decarbonisation projects. Mark leads the teams work on community engagement, behaviour change and EV fire risk. An experienced communicator, Mark is passionate about helping people understand ...

Following a career in the retail motor industry with various OEM car manufacturers (including a spell at Mitsubishi where he launched their first EV , the i-MiEV in London)  With approaching fifteen years of experience in the e-mobility industry, Clive is a seasoned professional with a proven track ...

With a degree in automotive engineering, I initially worked in vehicle structural design and testing, then specialised in crashworthiness and particularly occupant safety, mainly airbag optimisation. A change of focus took me to the Caravan and Motorhome Club as Technical Manager, a role which...

Roger has a background in surveying and a long-held interest in the intersection of spatial intelligence and sustainable infrastructure.  At CKDelta, part of the CK Hutchison Group of companies, he plays a key role in the development and rollout of ∆Power – an advanced platform that optimises EV...

Dr KT Tan is the Chief Technical Officer at Viridian Solar, a UK company based in Cambridge with their renowned innovative Clearline Fusion products and ArcBox. For over two decades, he has been devoting his professional life to developing products and technologies for the solar sector. He actively ...

Joanna Thorpe – Head of People and Talent, SonnedixJoanna Thorpe is the Head of People and Talent at Sonnedix, a global renewable energy service provider. As a member of the senior management team, she leads the company’s strategy across employer branding, people partnering, talent...

Egemen Tumturk is the VP of Sales and Business Development at Vestel Mobility, focusing on Europe and North America 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 ...

Eveline Vouillemin is a Project Manager in the Transport team at Energy Saving Trust, an independent UK-based organisation working to address the climate emergency. Eveline is focused on electric vehicle adoption for disabled drivers and passengers. She has carried out research on the challenges to ...

Justin is focused on developing CIHT’s policy and technical work and has worked internationally through the World Road Association (PIARC) on the exchange of knowledge on roads and road transport policy and practices within an integrated sustainable transport context.  He holds a Masters from the...

Georgia Whitehouse is a Group Senior ESG Analyst at Bluefield Partners LLP, where she supports ESG strategy delivery across a UK-wide portfolio of solar, wind and battery storage assets. With a strong focus on the circular economy, one of her most notable achievements has been leading a major...

Kate is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in project management and stakeholder engagement, underpinned by a strong background in sustainability, climate change mitigation, and behaviour change. Currently, Kate is spearheading the large-scale deployment of electric vehicle...

Georgina joined POWERful Women in November 2021 and oversees the management of the initiative.  She works closely with the POWERful Women Board, energy CEOs and energy D&I Leads on the strategic development of the initiative and ensuring gender diversity remains on energy company agendas. ...