Jill Cainey
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Erne Energy
- Recognising that the transition to net zero will remain elusive if half the population is relegated to the sidelines
- Increasing women’s participation at all levels now and laying the foundation for the workforce of the future
- Solving one of the world’s most complex problems through inclusive practices to harness the value of our collective perspectives
Anna Collyer
Chair
Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC)
- What are the biggest challenges and opportunities in shaping the workplace of the future?
- How can organisations foster a culture of accountability and transparency to address gender biases and discrimination?
- How can we combat the flawed career pathways and limited chances for women to progress that creates a bottleneck problem for advancement?
- What succession and progression plans must exist within organisations to leverage female representation in decision making positions?
Moderator:
Emily Marschke
Professional Programs & Operations Manager
The Australian Power Institute
Panellists:
Stephanie Jolly
Executive General Manager - Consumers, Policy and Markets
Australian Energy Regulator
Caroline Beattie
General Manager - Future Energy
Future Energy, APA Group
Lucy Burke
Project Engineering Manager – SA Hydrogen Jobs Plan Project
ATCO Australia
Helen Barbour-Bourne
National Hydropower Sector Lead
GHD
- Exploring emerging regulatory and government policies shaping market dynamics and investment opportunities
- Navigating complex policy landscapes and the collaborative opportunities for consumers, businesses, stakeholders and communities
Nicola Falcon
Group Manager Victorian Planning & Connections
Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)
- Exploring the fragmented customer journey today and the promise of tomorrow
- Unlocking consumer energy on the pathway to Net Zero
- The role of technology and innovation in enhancing consumer participation
Renae Gasmier
Head of Customer Assets, Customer Assets, Strategy & PMO
EnergyAustralia
- Exploring shifts in how consumers interact with energy resources
- Understanding the evolving energy consumer ecosystem
- Discussing innovative approaches to engage consumers effectively in the changing energy landscape
- How do we market for the future?
Renate Vogt
Executive General Manager Regulation
CitiPower and Powercor
- How do community acceptance, regulatory compliance, and project sustainability interact within social license?
- How can we foster trust and consensus among stakeholders?
- What are best practices for engaging and empowering local communities in the decision-making process?
- How can we overcome challenges faced by regions hosting renewable energy infrastructure?
- How can developers leave positive lasting legacies to their host communities?
Moderator:
Shahana McKenzie
Chief Executive Officer
Bioenergy Australia
Panellists:
Suzanne Westgate
General Manager of Land Property and Approvals
Transgrid
Sabiene Heindl
Chief Executive Officer
The Energy Charter
Jessica Kite
Development Director NSW
Star of the South
- Managing the transition through electrification and seamless integration
- Maximising the economic potential and the adoption of DERs
- Implementing policies, programs, and regulations for integration and uptake of DERs
Johanna Bowyer
Lead Analyst - Australian Electricity
IEEFA Asia Pacific
- Harnessing existing skills and capabilities within the energy industry
- Reducing stigma of non-renewable energy experience, and transferring skills towards renewables
- Channeling focus on industry experience, not type of generation/fuel
Erin Coldham
Chief Development Officer
Southerly Ten
Bring your own ideas, insights and questions as five experts lead 20-minute discussion sessions on cutting-edge topics shaping energy and renewables. This is your opportunity to have your questions answered while learning from industry leaders and your peers. Afterwards, connect with the panellists and your colleagues at our Networking Drinks function to explore ideas and opportunities in the field and build relationships in a relaxed and supporting environment.
Jo De Silva
General Manager Retail Policy
Australian Energy Council
Renate Vogt
Executive General Manager Regulation
CitiPower and Powercor
Joanne Bergamin
Founder & Chair
WISER (Women in Sustainable Energy & Resources)
Janine Rayner
Program Director
Centre for New Energy Technologies (C4NET)
Jill Cainey
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Erne Energy
Venue: Alpha Restaurant, 238 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, NSW