Industrial Transformation, Decarbonisation & the Energy Talent Gap

This session covers three areas critical to the energy transition.

First, industrial efficiency. Mining and heavy industry are under pressure to electrify and cut emissions. Some companies are moving beyond pilots to full-scale low-carbon operations. The session looks at what's working, what's scaling, and where the gaps remain between ambition and implementation.

Second, industrial heat. It accounts for half of global energy demand and remains one of the largest untapped decarbonisation opportunities. The session examines what's limiting adoption—whether capital, customers, or regulation—and highlights models that are cutting emissions while also reducing costs.

Third, the energy talent gap. Energy literacy is increasingly important for policymakers, investors, and operators making major decisions. The gap is widening, and organisations that address it make better decisions and reduce risk. The session covers how this gap affects competitiveness and what's being done about it. Panelists include operators, technology providers, investors, and those working on workforce development.