Entries were judged by an expert panel of judges and were awarded in a dedicated ceremony with social
media coverage
, follow-up reporting and post-event networking.

Avi Aithal
Avi Aithal
Strategic Programme Director
Energy Networks Association
Dr Alex Buckman
Dr Alex Buckman
Innovative Solutions Architect
Energy Systems Catapult
Daniel Donaldson
Daniel Donaldson
Assistant Professor of Electrical Power Systems
Birmingham University
Michael Fell
Michael Fell
Senior Researchers - Social Aspects of Smart Energy
UCL
Maxine Frerk
Maxine Frerk
SSEN Distribution & Grid Edge Policy
Energy Geeks
Arjan Geveke
Arjan Geveke
Director
Energy Intensive Users Group (EIUG)
Dr Stephen Haben
Dr Stephen Haben
Senior Data Science Consultant
Energy Systems Catapult
Roger Hey
Roger Hey
Director
Smart GB
Dr Nina Klein
Dr Nina Klein
Principal Policy Expert – Flexibility
Ofgem
Tom Lowe
Tom Lowe
Founding Director
Thermal Storage UK
Charlotte Roniger
Charlotte Roniger
Scheme Administrator
FlexAssure
Sara Vaughan
Sara Vaughan
Chair
Elexon
Jim Wrigley
Jim Wrigley
Innovate UK UKRI

More to be announced soon. 

WHY ENTER IN 2026?

Be recognised by the best

By submitting an entry, you’ll be recognised by some of the industry’s most reputable names. The entry process is straightforward and the judging process is thorough and rigorous.

Gain exposure & positive PR

Shortlisted entries will gain exposure across all Utility Week’s platforms. You’ll feature in the post-awards and post show coverage, reaching thousands of utilities professionals.

Enhance your reputation

Winning or becoming a finalist will elevate your professional reputation in this emerging space and will grant recognition among industry leaders.

Join a community of winners

Join a community of pioneers
and market leaders, providing
you with valuable insights,
connections, and collaborative
prospects.

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