
8-9 November | etc.venues St Paul’s | London
The epicentre of energy digitalisation
For cutting-edge innovators transforming the way we distribute, manage and consume energy
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Future of Utilities: Smart Energy is the energy conference for anyone serious about accelerating the UK’s journey towards a modern, digital energy ecosystem.
It brings together energy’s most forward-thinking innovators who are paving the way to a more efficient and effective energy sector.
“Smart Energy is the must-attend event for utilities.”
Chief Product Officer, Octopus Energy
Conference Speakers
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Keith Anderson
Chief Executive Officer, Scottish Power


Sarah Merrick
Chief Executive Officer, Ripple Energy


Mat Moakes
Chief Commercial Officer, OVO Energy


Andrew Middleton
Managing Director - Zero, British Gas


Bwalya Kasase
Chief Opertaions Officer, Rebel Energy UK


Ben Wilson
Chief Strategy & External Affairs Officer, National Grid


Mike Hewitt
Chief Technology Officer, DCC


Chris Norbury
Chief People Officer, E.ON UK
Tackle the most critical issues facing the industry today
Embracing Energy-as-a-Service
Our speakers are rewriting the energy supply rulebook. Two birds, one stone: can Energy-as-a-Service solve wider challenges? Learn about timeframes from British Gas Zero, SSE & Good Energy.
Towards an accessible, efficient, flexible grid
Ensuring network access and expanding smart grid communication. Don’t miss the Future Networks fireside chat with National Grid‘s Head of Networks & Chief Engineer.
Unpacking the affordability toolkit
How can suppliers adjust to growing affordability issues? Hear from E.ON UK, Citizens Advice, National Energy Action & Vattenfall on taking a multi-pronged approach.
Getting smarter on smart meters
New for this year: keynotes on the next steps for the rollout – domestic & non-domestic. Learn how to overcome critical challenges & derive insights from data with SSE, Ecotricity & Octopus Energy.
Revolutionising EV charging infrastructure
National Grid, Electric Miles, Octopus Electric Vehicles & Drax are coming together on EVs this November. How can networks react to increased demand?
Deepening the customer-supplier relationship
This year we have dedicated sessions on building loyalty and trust. Don’t miss Utilita‘s keynote on what makes a great energy app.
Who attends?
All major players from across energy’s vibrant ecosystem attend our Smart Energy conference

What to expect
A taste of what to expect from 2023’s Smart Energy conference
Plenty of networking
- Every major UK energy company
- Dedicated networking breaks
- An electric after party
- AI-powered app
Expect to connect and reconnect with key business contacts.
Impactful, problem-solving sessions
With keynotes, panels, case studies and roundtables, key takeaways at Future of Utilities: Smart Energy will be frequent, engaging and digestible.
Inspirational speaker line-up
Hear first-hand from C-Suite speakers with the likes of OVO, UK Power Networks, and National Grid taking prominent keynotes throughout a packed agenda.
Board-level hot topics
- Choose from 3 stages
- Sessions designed following comprehensive research with senior energy executives
Find out what’s troubling board-level executives.
2023’s Agenda
Day 1
Day 2
Session One: A view from the top - steering energy towards a smarter future
Refreshments
Session two | Affordability | Future Networks | EVs
Meeting the affordability challenge
Future networks
EVs
Lunch
Session three | EaaS | A resilient network | Green heat
Embracing Energy-as-a-Service
Securing a resilient network
The green heat opportunity
Refreshments
Session four | Smart meters | Unlocking flexibility
Getting smarter on smart meters
Unlocking flexibility
The After Party
Session five: Building the future energy ecosystem
Refreshments
Session six | Optimising customer operations | Workforce
Optimising customer operations
Workforce
Lunch
Session seven | Customer-supplier relationships | The Innovation Lab
Deepening the customer-supplier relationship
The Innovation Lab
End of day
Tickets
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Tickets include: 2 day conference pass, lunch & refreshments and drinks reception.
Book by 20 October for an Early Bird discount.
Energy Company*
save £300 Early Bird Until 20 October
£995.00 + VAT
Full Price £1,295.00 + VAT
Non-Energy Company
save £200 Early Bird Until 20 October
£1,595.00 + VAT
Full Price £1,795.00 + VAT
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