The Utility Week Flex Awards were back for a third year, celebrating innovators dedicated
to advancing energy flexibility. The market is evolving, and the Awards exist to recognise the
developments and pioneers.
The free-to-attend ceremony was hosted at Europe's only pan-utility exhibition,
Utility Week Live.
The Awards recognise pilot projects and trials, celebrate flexibility pioneers and unearth the
companies and individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to pioneering solutions
inenergy flexibility.
2026 WINNERS!
WINNER - Domestic Flexibility Proposition of the Year
2026 JUDGES
We are thrilled to share the judges for the Utility Week Flex Awards 2026.
Avi AithalStrategic Programme Director
Energy Networks Association (Ena)
Dr Alex BuckmanInnovative Solutions Architect
Energy Systems Catapult
Daniel DonaldsonAssistant Professor of Electrical Power Systems
Birmingham University
Michael FellSenior Researchers - Social Aspects of Smart Energy
UCL
Maxine FrerkSSEN Distribution & Grid Edge Policy
Energy Geeks
Arjan GevekeDirector
Energy Intensive Users Group (EIUG)
Stephen HabenSenior AI Consultant
Energy Systems Catapult
Roger HeyDirector
Smart GB
Tunisha KapoorResearch and Insights Manager
UK100
Dr Nina KleinPrincipal Policy Expert – Flexibility
Ofgem
Tom LoweFounding Director
Thermal Storage UK
Andy ManningHead of Energy System Transformation
Citizens Advice
Charlotte RonigerScheme Manager
FlexAssure
Sara VaughanChair
Elexon
Jim WrigleyInnovate UK UKRI
2026 FINALISTS!
A PIONEERING PARTNERSHIP





Leadership
Position your brand as an industry leader
in sustainable energy solutions by supporting groundbreaking
research and initiatives in energy flexibility.
Brand Visibility
Benefit from extensive brand exposure
through event promotion, marketing materials, and media
coverage, reaching Utility Week’s wide audience.
Sustainability Commitment
Demonstrate your company’s
commitment to reducing carbon emissions and embracing a
sustainable future.
Networking
Connect with key stakeholders, other industry
experts, and potential partners who are shaping the future of
energy management.
Market Insights
Gain insights into emerging trends and
technologies within the energy flexibility sector, helping you
stay ahead of the competition.
ENERGY FLEXIBILITY THOUGHT LEADERS
Meet some of the speakers from the dedicated energy flexibility stage at Utility Week Live 2026, who will be sharing insights on scaling energy flexibility, developing markets and transforming the traditional way consumers engage with the grid.
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