16 September 2026 | IET London, Savoy Place | Hybrid Event
Inclusion by Design: The Future of Energy Research is the final event of the EDI+ Network Fellowship programme. The event will bring together researchers, policymakers, practitioners and funders to explore how equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) can be embedded across energy research and innovation.
Jointly delivered by the EDI+ Network, UKERC, IGNITE Network+, and the Supergen Energy Networks Hub, the event will showcase the work of EDI+ Fellows and provide opportunities for discussion, reflection and knowledge exchange.
What to Expect
The programme will include:
- Presentations from EDI+ Fellows on the interventions they have developed and delivered over the past two to four years
- Guest speaker presentations and panel discussions
- Interactive conversation stations
- Poster displays showcasing fellowship projects and outcomes
- Networking opportunities with colleagues from across the energy research community
Guest Speakers and Panellists
Confirmed speakers and panellists include:
- Patricia Thornley, Chief Scientific Advisor, Department for Transport
- Rachel Van Krimpen, Faculty Director of EDI and People (Science), University of Nottingham
- Simone Abram, Executive Director, Durham Energy Institute
- Jim Flemming, Head of Energy Theme, EPSRC
- Mustafa Özbilgin, Associate Dean for Equity and Inclusion, Brunel University
- Helen Stockton, Head of Research, National Energy Action
EDI+ Fellows
Fellows will present the outcomes of their projects and share insights from their experiences of leading EDI interventions within the energy research community.
Find out more about the Fellows: https://www.ediplus.ac.uk/edi-fellows/
Event Information
Date: 16 September 2026
Time: 09:30-17:00
Venue: IET London, Savoy Place, London WC2R 0BL
Format: In-person and virtual attendance available
Cost: Free
Lunch, refreshments, and networking opportunities will be provided. All catering will be vegetarian or vegan. Dietary requirements and allergies can be specified during registration.
Registration
Register here
Further Information
Should you have any questions about the event please do not hesitate to email: ediplus@durham.ac.uk