The Fourth Fuellers' Duke of Edinburgh Future Energy Conference

Powering the Future of the Global Energy Industry from the Heart of the City of London

Where and When: Mansion House, London  EC4N 8BH / Tuesday 2nd December 2025

Introducing The Fuellers' Duke of Edinburgh Future Energy Conference

Taking place in the historic heart of the City of London, the fourth Fuellers’ Duke of Edinburgh Future Energy Conference will take place on Tuesday 2nd December 2025.

With nearly three hundred C-Level attendees, senior stakeholders and market leaders, the event will take place at the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London. Combining both members of the Worshipful Company of Fuellers as well as non-member industry delegates, this one-day forum is a must attend for all those seeking to assess the long-term outlook for global energy production, innovation and market fundamentals.

Founded by HRH the Duke of Edinburgh in his year as the Royal Master of the Fuellers, the forum has become a leading event in the City of London that unites policy makers, industry and key decision makers with one goal – to develop the strategies, policy and industry initiatives to develop a truly sustainable energy future for our global community.

Chaired by the Master Fueller, the conference features a dynamic programme of keynote speeches and high-level panel discussions tackling the most pressing issues shaping the future of energy. Held under the Chatham House Rule, the forum welcomes senior leaders from across the energy, finance and technology sectors, both from the UK and internationally, alongside members of the Fuellers and other City of London Livery Companies. As with the Fuellers' membership itself, the conference is open to anyone with a professional or personal interest in energy.

With contributions from leading voices in science, engineering, academia, finance and government, the agenda is designed to foster open and honest debate on the critical challenges of energy transition. By bringing together diverse expertise and perspectives, The conference is designed to inspire fresh thinking, encourage meaningful collaboration, and foster connections across generations of energy professionals. Early Bird tickets are available until 20 September (and until 13 October for Fuellers).

Why Attend?

• Hear insights from across the industry that will allow you to make the key long-term business decisions.
• Meet the key C-Level industry and policy makers shaping the global energy outlook.
• Network with industry peers and consolidate existing networks.
• Gain valuable insights from industry thought leaders.
• Foster relations with the next generation of industry leaders through our ‘Future Energy Leaders’ & ‘Women in Energy’ networks.

Confirmed Speakers Include:

• Rt Hon Charles Hendry,Former Minister of State for Energy and Immediate Past President BIEE
• Lucian Pugliaresi, President, Energy Policy Research Foundation, Washington DC, USA
• Jon Clark, Partner at EY-Parthenon
• Rt Hon Chris Skidmore*, Author of 'Mission Zero, Independent Review of Net Zero' - The Skidmore Report
• Dr Mallika Ishwaren, Chair of BIEE, Group Chief Economist, Shell International
• Dr Carole Nakhle, Founder & CEO, Crystol Energy
• Professor Martin Freer,CEO, The Faraday Institution [Battery Developments]
• Sam French, Chief Technology Officer, MorGen Energy  [Hydrogen]
• Tim Lines, CEO, Geothermal Wells LLC  [Geothermal]
• Dr Mike Bluck, Director of the Centre for Nuclear Engineering, Imperial College London  [SMR]
• Basil Scarsella,CEO, UK Power Networks
• Ben Wilson, President, National Grid Ventures, National Grid
• Jon Butterworth, CEO, National Gas
• Richard Nicholls, Brook Green Supply
• Dame Susan Langley, Chair, Gallagher UK (Lady Mayor 2025-26 - subject to Election) *
• David Whitehouse, CEO, Offshore Energies UK
• Adrian Topham, The Crown Estate
• Jonathan Thurlwell, Head of AI Policy OFGEM
• Parminder Kohli, Chair, Shell UK

CONFIRMED AGENDA

The Fuellers' Duke of Edinburgh Future Energy Conference

Mansion House, London EC4N 8BH / Tuesday 2nd December 2025

09:25 – Opening Welcome from Dame Susan Langley and Master Fueller Ash Shastri

09:45 – Keynote Session 1: UK & US Energy Outlook

09:45–10:00 – Rt Hon Charles Hendry
A perspective on the UK’s energy outlook and long-term security.

10:00–10:15 – Lucian Pugliaresi
An overview of the US energy landscape and global market influences.

10:15–10:30 – Joint Q&A

10:30 – Panel 1: The Challenges & Context

This session explores the global pressures on decarbonisation, Net Zero delivery and the UK’s competitive position.

Chair: Jon Clark (EY–Parthenon)

Meet Our Panellists: Chris Skidmore, Mallika Ishwaran, and Dr Carole Nakhle. A panel discussion and audience Q&A follows.

11:30 – Coffee & Networking

11:50 – Panel 2: Mitigation & Future Technologies

Focus on key technologies accelerating the low-carbon transition, including batteries, hydrogen, geothermal and nuclear innovation.

Chair: Professor Martin Freer (Faraday Institution)

Meet Our Panellists: Martin Freer, Sam French, Tim Lines, and Dr Mike Bluck, followed by remarks from Dr Luc Bardin.

13:15 – Networking Lunch

14:15 – Panel 3: Adaptation & Enablement

An examination of trading, transmission and the future design of UK energy networks.

Chair: Basil Scarsella (UK Power Networks)

Meet Our Panellists: Scene setting by Basil Scarsella, followed by contributions from Will Steggals, Jon Butterworth and Richard Nicholls.

15:35 – Coffee & Networking

15:55 – Panel 4: Opportunities – Finance, Policy & New Markets

A real-world perspective on commercial rollout challenges and how the City can unlock investment and innovation.

Chair: Ash Shastri (Master Fueller)

Meet Our Panellists: Scene setter from Ash Shastri, followed by David Whitehouse, Adrian Topham and Gavin Towers.

16:50 – Keynote 3: The Big Picture

Speaker: Christof H. Rühl - A global perspective on the forces shaping international energy markets.

17:15 – Closing Thoughts & Call to Action

17:30 – 19:30 – Drinks Reception

Delegate Package & Ticket Prices

• Full Access to the Conference Programme: Attend all keynote sessions, panel discussions, and Q&As throughout the day.
• Welcome Refreshments & Networking Breakfast: Start the day with coffee, tea, and light breakfast items while connecting with fellow delegates.
• Networking Lunch: A networking lunch will be served in the elegant surroundings of Mansion House.
• Afternoon Tea & Refreshments: Light refreshments will be served during breaks.
• Delegate Materials: Printed agenda, speaker bios, and conference information pack.
• 1-1 Delegate Matchmaking: Connect with other delegates, speakers, and sponsors before, during, and after the event.
• Post-Event Summary Report: Receive a curated digital summary of key insights and outcomes from the conference.
• Certificate of Attendance (optional upon request): For CPD or professional development purposes.
• Access to Speaker Presentation Slides (subject to speaker approval): Review key content post-event to support continued learning.

ALL PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF VAT

WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU IN DECEMBER!

Contact Us: If you have any questions about the forum and would like to enquire as to future partnerships, sponsorship, attendance or speaking opportunities, please email Nicholas Cobb at conference@fuellers.co.uk