Talking about a revolution: breaking down cultural barriers to innovation

20 May 2026
Innovation Lounge

Despite the many great efforts of individuals and organisations, examples of innovation within utilities remain isolated and great innovations are not deployed at scale. Our panelists set out the practical solutions to this perennial issue, including:

  • Don't reinvent the wheel - learning from what has already been done
  • Investing in the supply chain and offering critical support to innovators
  • Overcoming siloes of excellence and gaining buy in across the boardroom and business
  • Embedding proven innovations into business as usual
  • Measuring and communicating the impact of innovation

Facilitator
Ellen Bennett - Utility Week

Panel
Luke Blackaby, Head of Innovation - Ofgem
Jodie Giles, Deputy Director – Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund - Innovate UK
Dr Natalie Lamb, Senior Manager, Sector Intelligence - Spring
 
Chairperson
Ellen Bennett
Ellen Bennett - Utility Week
Speakers
Luke Blackaby
Luke Blackaby, Head of Innovation - Ofgem
Jodie Giles
Jodie Giles, Deputy Director – Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund - Innovate UK
Dr Natalie Lamb
Dr Natalie Lamb, Senior Manager, Sector Intelligence - Spring