Jeremy Brutus, National Energy System Operator

Plenary speaker

Jeremy Brutus joined the National Energy System Operator (NESO) in November 2024 to lead gas and hydrogen policy, after previously leading hydrogen networks and markets at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and holding roles across government, Ofgem, and consultancy. Click to find out more.

Kay Champion, Environment Agency

Plenary speaker

Kay Champion is Decarbonisation Manager at the Environment Agency, where she leads the regulatory strategy for industrial decarbonisation across the energy sector. Click to read more.

Rob Crane, ExxonMobil

Plenary speaker

Rob Crane is a technology commercialisation leader who helps bring breakthrough energy and industrial innovations from concept to large-scale deployment. He also serves as a board director at AIChE, with a current focus on strategy. Click to find out more.

Emma Guthrie, Hydrogen Energy Association

Plenary speaker

Dr Emma Guthrie is a distinguished leader in the hydrogen sector, with extensive experience in advancing hydrogen technologies and infrastructure. Click to read more.

Nilay Shah, Imperial College London

Plenary speaker

Professor Nilay Shah is a leading expert in low-carbon energy systems, bridging academia, industry and policy to accelerate the transition to net zero. Click to find out more.

John Wilson, National Gas

Plenary speaker

John Wilson leads the development of major hydrogen infrastructure projects, including Humber Hydrogen and Project Union: East Coast, helping connect hydrogen production, storage and industrial demand to support the UK's decarbonisation goals. Click to read more.