Unlocking finance: Energy that delivers return to people and planet
What does it take to finance energy transitions that deliver real value - to both investors and communities? In this fast-paced session, you’ll hear sharp insights from global finance leaders, then move into a focused panel–audience exchange on the toughest questions. Get ready to test ideas and challenge assumptions.
Who pays? Managing the full costs to society of energy transitions
There is no such thing as quick, cheap or easy energy transitions. Transforming energy systems is not simply a case of swapping out old technology for new. The full costs to society involve consideration of price, cost and affordability - both the ability and the willingness to pay. This session explores how these trade-offs can be managed transparently and fairly, shaping transition pathways that maintain public support, protect vulnerable groups and sustain long-term progress.
Capital misfires: Learning from failure
Not all energy investment delivers the outcomes intended. This case-based session looks at moments where capital moved quickly but systems, policy or sequencing lagged behind - resulting in volatility, stranded assets or lost confidence. Through real-world examples, speakers reflect on what went wrong, what was learned and how future investment decisions can better align capital with system readiness and long-term value.
From risk to reward: Unlocking the unbankables
Across energy transitions, many projects and markets remain labelled “unbankable”. Not for lack of need, but because risks are poorly understood or unevenly shared. This session explores how finance is moving from risk avoidance to value creation, using smarter risk allocation, partnerships and innovation to unlock opportunity. Speakers discuss how confidence can be built to turn perceived risk into investable reward.
Carbon markets: Unlocking value and opportunity
Carbon markets are entering a new phase of momentum and maturity. This session explores how evolving standards, growing participation and improved integrity are unlocking value and opening new opportunities across regions and sectors.
