Events
Join events and webinars that are helping shape the energy industry. We organise events and webinars throughout the year from conferences and networking receptions to publication launches. These are a selection of industry events:
| Date | Event Name | Provider | Description | Link |
| 16-Jul-26 | Connections Reform: Fees & Securities Webinar | National Energy System Operator (NESO) | Interactive session covering crucial updates on connection fees, finance, and securities under the new reform model. | Register & Submit Questions |
| 29-Jul-26 | SPD Connections Engagement: Customer Journey | SP Energy Networks (SPEN) | Led by Customer Relationship Managers; an end-to-end introduction to getting a grid connection with SP Distribution (SPD). | Register for SPD Webinar |
| 14-Aug-26 | SPD Connections Engagement: ICPs & IDNOs | SP Energy Networks (SPEN) | Focused on how SPD Connections collaborates with third-party Independent Connection Providers and Independent Distribution Network Operators. | Register for ICP Webinar |
| 19-Aug-26 | CIGRE UK Technical Webinar | CIGRE UK | Technical webinar detailing the physical grid stability challenges and commercial solutions of transitioning to the GB zero-carbon network. | View Event Details |
| 23–28 August 2026 | CIGRE Paris Session | CIGRE (International) | Flagship global power systems congress covering high-voltage transmission, system planning, and modern substation technologies. | Register Portal |
| 1–2 October 2026 | GRID: UK Energy Infrastructure | GRID | Focused on bridging the gap between developers, TSOs, and DNOs to unlock physical infrastructure and connection capacity. | ExCeL London Event Info |
| 14-Oct-26 | Energy UK Annual Conference | Energy UK | High-level political, regulatory, and financial strategy discussions addressing connections reform and market design. | Register Here |
| 4–5 November 2026 | Energy Innovation Summit | Energy Networks Association (ENA) | The primary technical platform showcasing outcomes from Ofgem’s Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) and active NIA/NIC projects. | Official Summit Page |
| 25–26 November 2026 | Utility Week Forum | Utility Week | Boardroom-level summit on utility strategy, capital delivery plans, evolving regulation, and system flexibility. | Utility Week Forum Info |
| Early 2027 (Expected Feb) | Future Networks Conference | Utility Week | Strategy event addressing local system operations, DSO transitions, and the ongoing rollout of connections queue reform. | Future Networks Website |
| 25–26 May 2027 | Utility Week Live (UWL27) | Utility Week | Massive exhibition featuring 250+ speakers across seven content theatres covering grid digital twins, asset health, and localized flexibility. | UWL27 Homepage |
| Monthly / On-Demand | Connections Customer Surgeries | Northern Powergrid | One-on-one pre-application appointments with design engineers to discuss local capacity, timescales, and project viability before formally submitting applications. | Book Surgery Appointment |
| Monthly | ICPs & IDNOs Surgeries | Northern Powergrid | Tailored sessions focusing on technical standards, G81 specifications, and point-of-connection (POC) challenges for third-party connection providers. | Engage with NPG |
| By Request | "Ask the Expert" Surgeries | UK Power Networks (UKPN) | Technical guidance regarding low-carbon technology (LCT) installations, substation design, and solar/heat pump integration. | UKPN Consultation Request |
| Monthly / Ad-hoc | DER Surgeries | UK Power Networks (UKPN) | For Distributed Energy Resource developers to assess project viability, connection queues, and network compatibility. | DER Surgeries Hub |
| Regular | Connections & Net Zero Surgeries | National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) | Targeted guidance for local authorities, developers, and community energy groups to establish grid viability. | NGED Connections Portal |
| Seasonal / Annual | Regional Stakeholder Workshops | Electricity North West (ENWL) | Local strategic investment workshops looking at regional development, network constraints, and unlooping strategies. | ENWL Stakeholder Engagement |