Unlocking transparency and enabling forecasting 

20 May 2026
Energy Flexibility Stage

As energy systems grow more complex and decentralised, understanding, managing and forecasting flexible assets is more critical than ever. This session explores how visibility, forecasting and automation can unlock the full potential of flexible assets. 


Chair welcome and introduction
Tom Grimwood, Insights Editor - Utility Week

Increasing visibility: AI for forecasting
Stephen Haben, Senior AI Consultant - Energy Systems Catapult

Diversity of response and engagement from a range of customers

Exploring the latest advancements using forecasting in the DSO
Harshil Sumaria, Strategy Manager - UK Power Networks DSO

Chairperson
Tom Grimwood
Tom Grimwood, Insights Editor - Utility Week
Speakers
Stephen Haben
Stephen Haben, Senior AI Consultant - Energy Systems Catapult
Harshil Sumaria
Harshil Sumaria, Strategy Manager - UK Power Networks DSO