Energy Infrastructure
Roundtable
London - October 9th
Financing the Future: Unlocking Investment for a Resilient and Net-Zero Energy Infrastructure
The UK’s transition to a low-carbon energy system hinges on strategic investment in infrastructure, from grid upgrades and renewable energy to hydrogen, storage, and nuclear projects. With increasing energy demand, regulatory shifts, and evolving financing models, where will the capital come from to build a resilient and sustainable energy future?
This exclusive roundtable brings together investors, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore the key opportunities and challenges in energy infrastructure investment. From private capital and public funding mechanisms to risk mitigation and emerging technologies, this discussion will shape the pathway to a net-zero-ready energy system.
Join us for a high-level dialogue on unlocking investment, fostering innovation, and accelerating energy infrastructure development in the UK.
Agenda
08:30 -> 09:30
Networking Arrivals
09:30 -> 11:00
Session One
Unlocking Private Capital for Energy Projects Regulatory & Policy Landscape
11:00 -> 11:30
Networking Break
11:30 -> 13:00
Session Two
Risk & Return in Energy Investment
The Role of Emerging Energy Technologies
Public-Private Collaboration & Funding Models
13:00 -> 14:00
Networking Lunch
Discussion Points
01
Unlocking Private Capital for Energy Projects
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What financing models are most effective for large-scale energy infrastructure?
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The role of institutional investors, pension funds, and sovereign wealth in driving the energy transition.
02
Regulatory & Policy Landscape
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How can policy and regulatory frameworks incentivise long-term investment in energy infrastructure?
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The impact of market reforms, capacity mechanisms, and government-backed funding models.
03
Risk & Return in Energy Investment
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How are investors assessing risk in emerging energy technologies and long-term projects?
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The balance between profitability, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
04
The Role of Emerging Energy Technologies
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What impact will hydrogen, SMRs, energy storage, and AI-driven grid management have on infrastructure investment?
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Scaling up new technologies while ensuring investor confidence and regulatory alignment.
05
Public-Private Collaboration & Funding Models
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How can government and private sector partnerships accelerate critical energy infrastructure projects?
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Exploring green bonds, blended finance, and other innovative funding mechanisms.
MENU
Session Three
14:00 -> 14:15
Water Treatment Technologies for H2 Production
Abraham Negaresh
Associate Director – Desalination and Reuse Lead
14:15 -> 14:30
Hydrogen Production in Water-Scarce Regions - Really?
Daniel Frank
Development Lead | Hydrogen
14:30 -> 14:45
Water Availability and Environmental & Regulatory Consideration
Tom Glyn-Jones
Senior Advisor Climate Change & Energy Programme
14:45 -> 15:00
TBC
15:00 -> 15:30
Panel Discussion
Session Three
Session Three
14:00 -> 14:15
Water Treatment Technologies for H2 Production
Abraham Negaresh
Associate Director – Desalination and Reuse Lead
14:15 -> 14:30
Hydrogen Production in Water-Scarce Regions - Really?
Daniel Frank
Development Lead | Hydrogen
14:30 -> 14:45
Water Availability and Environmental & Regulatory Consideration
Tom Glyn-Jones
Senior Advisor Climate Change & Energy Programme
14:45 -> 15:00
TBC
15:00 -> 15:30
Panel Discussion
Session Three