Powering Industry for a Flexible Renewable Energy Future

The North of England is central to the UK’s energy transition, from offshore wind on the Humber to hydrogen innovation in Teesside and smart grid trials in Manchester. Rising demand from electrifying transport, heating and industry requires a flexible, resilient energy system.

This panel will explore how the North can lead in renewable growth, storage, grid flexibility and digital innovation. Discussions will also address how a strategic approach to planning, such as Local Area Energy Planning (LAEP), can give an area a crucial competitive advantage in attracting investment and securing a clean, secure and fair energy future, positioning the North as a blueprint for a net-zero energy future.