Delivering sustainable utilities to drive economic prosperity and support the UK’s growth agenda

19 May 2026
Utility Week Keynote Stage

Water and energy are the backbone of the UK’s economic success and its ambition to become a global leader in AI and advanced digital technologies. To achieve this, utilities are in a period of long-term planning and delivery to increase water resource and secure clean, reliable energy. At the same time, these networks must safeguard the environment and guarantee security of supply for future generations. Can utilities balance economic growth and sustainability?


Chair
James Wallin, Editor - Utility Week

Panel
Alice Etheridge, Head of Strategic Spatial Energy Planning - NESO

Chairperson
James Wallin
James Wallin, Editor - Utility Week
Speakers
Alice Etheridge
Alice Etheridge, Head of Strategic Spatial Energy Planning - NESO