Delivering for future grid needs

19 May 2026
Resilience Stage
As demand on the electricity grid intensifies-from the rapid growth of renewable energy sources and low carbon technologies to the electrification of industry and transport—the need for smarter, faster and more flexible grid connections and capacity has never been greater. This session explores how the grid must evolve to meet these challenges, including the role of ED3, innovative approaches to unlocking capacity and the future of grid connectivity.
Chairperson
Lucinda Dann
Lucinda Dann, Features Editor - Utility Week
Speakers
Peter Clutton-Brock
Peter Clutton-Brock, Chief Executive - Yottar
Doerte Schneemann
Doerte Schneemann, Head of Flexibility Markets - National Grid
Alice Etheridge
Alice Etheridge, Head of Strategic Spatial Energy Planning - NESO