EDI in Energy Research: From Theory into Practice

Event | 05-11-2025

14 January 2026, 10:00 - 16:30PM
The Exchange, Birmingham

Join us for a deep dive into how the principles of EDI can be applied in Energy Research at our event "EDI in Energy Research: From Theory into Practice.

Discover how equality, diversity, and inclusion can move from theory into everyday practice across energy research. This one-day interactive event brings together students, early-career researchers and those more advanced in their careers to connect and learn about applying EDI in real-world situations.

What to Expect

Conversation stations exploring themes such as allyship, power and privilege, women in science, disability inclusion, LGBTQ+ representation, and neurodiversity in STEM led by EDI+ and IGNITE projects.
Panel discussion and Q&A: Building Inclusive Research Cultures featuring diverse voices sharing experiences and practical insights.
Networking and mentoring opportunities designed to spark collaboration and strengthen inclusive research communities.

Co-hosted by UKERC, Supergen Energy Networks, EDI+, and IGNITE. This event is open to all, from early-career researchers to established professionals committed to fostering inclusive and equitable research environments.

Agenda

09:45 – 10:15 – Registration, Coffee and Networking
10:15 – 13:30 – Welcome: Prof Simone Abram, Durham University and Director EDI+
10:30 – 11:05 – Invited Speaker TBC
11:05 – 11:20 – Personal Perspective Energyz Black, speaker TBC
11:20 – 11:35 – Refreshment Break
11:35 – 12:35 -Conversation stations/Table networking
12:35 – 13:35 – Lunch
13:35 – 14:50 – Discussion Panel, Prof Sara Walker, Dr Sam Williamson, Dr Marco Reggiani
14:50 – 15:05 – Personal Perspective, Dr Natalia Zografou-Barredo
15:05 – 15:25 – Networking Break
15:25 – 16:00 – The Shifting Landscape of EDI, Georgina Worrall OBE
16:00 – 16:05 – Closing Remarks
16:05 – 16:330 – Networking

Download the full agenda here.

Register now to secure your place: Booking are open via EventBrite. Spaces are limited.

Applications are open for financial support to attend the EDI in Energy Research event, in person. Funding may cover travel, accommodation, caring responsibilities, and accessibility needs. Deadline: 19 December 2025

If you need financial support to attend the event please fill in this form: Travel Grant Application for EDI Event, 14 January 2026