Simon is the Business Leader for Digital and Data at the Energy Systems Catapult and is an experienced leader and technologist with a background in Energy, Telecoms, Digital Broadcast and ICT. Simon is responsible for the strategy, roadmaps, delivery and operation of a set of Digital and Data Assets and Capabilities designed to support innovators, government and other industry stakeholders. Energy Systems Catapult aims to support innovation and provide insights and evidence to help inform and shape the energy sector’s digitalisation strategy and facilitate transformation to a low-carbon energy system. Simon and his team are involved in a range of initiatives including the Energy Data Taskforce, midata for energy, and ongoing evolution of our Living Lab which provides a real-world environment to help innovators market test innovative new energy products and services with consumers in real-world homes.