Name
Panel discussion: Debating Flex vs Build and the relationship with connections
Date & Time
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 2:50 PM - 3:25 PM
Speakers
Marcia Poletti, Head of European System Change, Octopus Energy
Simon Harrison, Clean Power Commissioner, and Group Head of Strategy, Mott MacDonald
Will Duncan, CEO, Telis Energy
Nigel Bessant, Head of Network Operations, SSEN Distribution
Simon Harrison, Clean Power Commissioner, and Group Head of Strategy, Mott MacDonald
Will Duncan, CEO, Telis Energy
Nigel Bessant, Head of Network Operations, SSEN Distribution
Description
- How can we get the balance right between building new infrastructure and optimising flexibility?
- With increased building, how can we ensure customers are properly compensated?
- How can we ensure that we have the right skilled workers and resources to build the infrastructure we need in the next 5 years?
- Will industry provide more commercial opportunity through build or flexibility?
- What role does MHHS play in the future of flexibility?