SP Energy Networks: Powering Conversations

Powering Conversations brings together a mix of experts and academics to delve into the crucial role of electricity on the route towards a green future. Hosted by broadcaster Caroline Blair, these thought-provoking podcast episodes foster in-depth discussions on the future of energy, sustainability, and innovation and provide a platform for varied perspectives on how different industries and organisations can work together to tackle key challenges and push forward towards a cleaner, greener future.

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Episodes

4 days ago

Join Caroline Blair in Episode 3 of Powering Conversations as she delves into the exceptional and necessary transformation of our transmission system, with three industry experts; Laura Campbell, Head of Strategic Projects at SP Energy Networks; Laura Fleming, Country Managing Director at Hitachi Energy UK; Keith Bell, Professor of Future Power Systems at Strathclyde University.​
Discover more about transmission’s critical role in the journey to Net Zero and energy security through the connection of renewables to the grid and transferring power across the UK, serving homes and businesses.​
Learn what this means for you as a customer and explore the crucial role of our transmission network.

Wednesday Apr 02, 2025

Join Caroline Blair in Episode 2 of Powering Conversations as she dives into the future of energy with three industry experts: Nia Lowe, DSO Lead at SP Energy Networks, Grant Spence, Director at Net Zero Energy Systems, and David Flynn, Professor at the University of Glasgow. Discover the exciting transition from Distribution Network Operator (DNO) to Distribution System Operator (DSO). This episode unravels the complexities of our evolving electricity system, highlighting how we must dynamically balance supply and demand to achieve Net Zero.
 

Thursday Mar 13, 2025

Our experts delve into the transformation ahead for our electricity network to meet Net Zero and what that means for consumers. Featuring Scott Mathieson, Network Planning and Regulation Director for SP Energy Networks, Kathleen Davis, Commercial Director of the Power Networks Demonstration Centre and Dave Roberts, Managing Director of EA Technology.

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