For the first time a competition is being held that will provide SMEs with the opportunity to have their groundbreaking solutions displayed in the Innovation Zone at All-Energy, the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon energy exhibition and conference, being held at Glasgow’s SEC 14-15 May.

The competition, launched by RX, owners and organisers of the annual event. will see winners invited to display their solution in the Innovation Zone, give an elevator pitch in one of the popular show floor theatres and have their innovation promoted pre-show.

“If you are an SME with an innovative solution to help achieve a net zero energy future, this is your chance to shine” said All-Energy Event Manager, Anam Khan. ”We are offering a few forward-thinking businesses the incredible opportunity to showcase their product at the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon energy exhibition and conference.

“As part of the Innovation Zone, we will be spotlighting groundbreaking solutions that help reduce carbon emissions and help the drive to Clean Power 2030 and beyond to Net Zero 2050. This is an exciting opportunity that will allow winners to connect with key stakeholders, partners and customers to drive growth and success.”

The competition is open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 20 employees. The products/solutions must be linked to any of the renewable energy generation sectors that come under the spotlight at All-Energy: on- and offshore wind, solar, bioenergy, marine renewables – wave and tidal stream, hydropower and tidal range; hydrogen and energy storage; and the decarbonisation of heat, built environment, cities, transport and industry; plus AI and digital technologies in the energy/decarbonisation sector; and solutions/technology for skills and training development.

Entries will be judged on the uniqueness of the solution, potential impact on decarbonisation and net zero goals and alignment with the objectives of All-Energy,

Entrants must offer hardware for display. The submission form with full terms and conditions can be found at https://www.all-energy.co.uk/innovation The deadline is 23:59 on 1 April 2025 with the announcement of winners set for 15 April.

Registration is now open for All-Energy which is free to attend for all with relevant business, academic or governmental interests, and full information on all aspects of the two-day event is at https://www.all-energy.co.uk/25

Glasgow’s position as a global leader in renewable energy and low-carbon innovation has been reinforced as All-Energy, the UK’s largest clean energy exhibition and conference, extends its partnership with SEC Glasgow for another three years. Owned and organised by RX, the flagship event will continue to bring together key players from across the renewables sector in the city until at least 2027.

This year marks a decade since All-Energy made Glasgow its home at the SEC, coinciding with the venue’s 40th anniversary. The 2025 edition, taking place on 14-15 May, will also align with Glasgow Climate Week, further solidifying the city’s reputation as a hub for sustainability and innovation.

Since relocating to Glasgow in 2015, All-Energy has continued to provide a vital platform for knowledge exchange, business development, and policy discussion in the clean energy sector. In 2024 the event broke all previous records and attracted total attendance of almost 12,000 from around the world, supporting local businesses, hospitality, and the wider economy while highlighting Scotland’s pioneering role in renewables.

Councillor Susan Aitken, Leader of Glasgow City Council, said: “All-Energy has become a cherished event in Glasgow’s calendar, delivering significant economic and reputational benefits to the city. Its alignment with our net-zero ambitions and Glasgow Climate Week underscores our shared commitment to a sustainable future. We are proud to continue hosting this world-class event, which showcases Glasgow’s leadership in renewable energy and low-carbon innovation.”

In a strategic move, the Glasgow Chamber of Commerce adjusted the timing of Glasgow Climate Week in 2024 to coincide with All-Energy, a decision that will be repeated in 2025. This collaboration amplifies the city’s commitment to sustainability and climate action, creating a powerful synergy between the two events.

Dr Stuart Patrick, Chief Executive of Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, commented: “Glasgow has long been a supporter of All-Energy, recognising its immense value to the city’s economy and its role in advancing the global clean energy agenda. The event fosters long-term collaborations and relationships that drive innovation and growth, creating lasting opportunities for the city.”

Gareth Rapley, RX’s Portfolio Director for Energy and Marine added: “Our ongoing partnership with SEC Glasgow has been instrumental in ensuring our ability to continue to deliver a world-class event that drives the clean energy agenda forward. The venue’s facilities and support have been invaluable in maintaining a platform that connects industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators.”

Dan Thurlow, Head of Exhibitions at SEC, concluded: “It’s fantastic to see All-Energy continue its journey in Glasgow, especially in this milestone year for SEC. Over the past decade, the event has become a cornerstone of the renewables calendar, and we’re incredibly proud to host it for another three years. Our thanks go to Gareth and the wider RX Events team for their commitment and collaboration in making Glasgow a key hub for industry innovation and networking.”

With its extensive exhibition, networking opportunities, and a packed conference programme, All-Energy plays a crucial role in shaping the future of clean energy. The event continues to attract high-profile industry leaders, government representatives, and businesses from across the supply chain, reinforcing Glasgow’s commitment to driving the transition to net zero.

It’s Gala Year in Glasgow as it celebrates 850 years since the city gained Burgh status in 1175. It is 10 years since All-Energy, the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon energy exhibition and conference took up residence in Glasgow at the SEC, which this year celebrates its 40^th anniversary. What’s more, All-Energy’s headline sponsor, Shepherd and Wedderburn, celebrates its 11^th year in that role. All will combine to make this year’s show on 14 and 15 May, in the middle of Glasgow Climate Week, a very special two days.

Registration has opened today (10 February) at https://www.all-energy.co.uk/25 and is free to all with relevant business, governmental and academic interests. It includes admission to the major exhibition conference and Civic Reception that is an integral part of the Giant Networking Evening

“Records tumbled last year, and we are looking forward to more of the same this year”, explained Event Manager, Anam Khan of RX who own and organise the annual event. “Our total attendance rose by 21% to 11,736, with people from 80 countries. The exhibition with its 270 exhibitors received plaudits in plenty, as did the main conference and show floor theatre programmes in which around 600 speakers took part.

“We are delighted Acting Climate Action Minister, Dr Alasdair Allan MSP, will be delivering a keynote address in the session devoted to ‘Scotland’s Heat Transition’.“ Other speakers over the two days include Chris Stark CBE, Head of Mission Control, at the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ); Keith Anderson, CEO of ScottishPower; Tom Glover, UK Country Chair, RWE Dhara Vyas, Chief Executive, Energy UK, Darren Davidson, Vice President, Siemens Energy UK&I and Siemens Gamesa UK; and Jonathan Cole, Chair of the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC).

This year is proving exceptional for the exhibition, over 80% of the available space is reserved; and SEC’s Hall 3 being used for the first time for additional stand space and so that a large theatre can be built for Grid and Networks conference content . The creation of 57 thought-provoking conference sessions is well underway for the main conference and seven show floor theatres. It is evident that the Clean Power 2030 Action Plan, a government plan to generate at least 95% of Great Britain's electricity from clean sources by 2030, is acting as an incentive to get things moving.

Anam Khan adds: “I would particularly like to thank Shepherd and Wedderburn for their continuing support for the show as our Headline Sponsor. Not only do they exhibit, but they take a very active conference role. Each year they sponsor and create four thought-provoking sessions that demonstrate the breadth of All-Energy. This year these cover the scene setting opening offshore wind conference session, , the ports session, the onshore planning session - a new topic reflecting current government action, and cities decarbonisation.”

When registering visitors see the long list of existing exhibitors  with more being added all the time. They will also get a feel for the overall content of the conference thanks to descriptive paragraphs relating to stream and session titles.

These cover all forms of renewable energy; grid and networks; hydrogen and energy storage; skills and recruitment; finance and investment; energy trading and more; plus the decarbonisation of heat, transport, cities, and industry. And, this year also include sessions on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I); mental health; and a young people’s panel.

There are seven show floor theatres - FutureGrid; Offshore and Onshore wind; Hydrogen and Energy Storage; Marine Renewables and FLOW (floating offshore wind); The ‘Dcarbonise Theatre (focussing on the decarbonisation of heat, the built environment, transport and industry); Future Talent; and the Insight Energy Theatre designed as the home for innovative renewable energy solutions.

As ever a centrally placed display of Academic Posters will provide food for thought. The call for abstracts for this feature is open at https://www.all-energy.co.uk/25 until 20 April.

Networking is key

“Visiting exhibition stands to see the latest innovative solutions; and the conference to learn, figure highly on the aims of our visitors, and so too does networking,” explained Anam Khan. “Our Giant Networking Evening will once again be held at the Glasgow Science Centre where the hundreds of interactive exhibits help to provide an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere to ensure productive networking. We are grateful to the Rt Hon Lord Provost of Glasgow for the Civic Reception that forms part of the vital networking experience.”

All-Energy, the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon energy exhibition and conference, and the co-located Dcarbonise, being held by RX at Glasgow’s Scottish Events Campus (SEC) on 14 and 15 May 2025, is already on track to be the biggest edition ever. With projected growth of 16%, the exhibition is filling up fast.

A new Event Manager, Anam Khan is in post to head the organisation of All-Energy, and the co-located Dcarbonise, along with other new members of the team.

The 2024 edition of All-Energy and Dcarbonise attracted total attendance of 11,736 from home and overseas; some 270 exhibitors and saw 13,458 badges scanned at entrances to conference halls and rooms and show floor theatres.

Call for Speakers now open

Today (25 September) sees the launch of the Call for Speakers for the event’s popular show floor theatres in which the spotlight turns on cutting-edge technology, innovative solutions, software, AI, ‘lessons learned’ and case histories. The invitation to contribute knowledge and insight can be found on our website with a deadline of 10 January 2025.

The invitation to submit abstracts is open for six theatres in which discussions, presentations and networking opportunities will be held:

•     ‘FutureGrid’ with the ‘Great Grid Upgrade’ firmly in mind.
•     ‘Offshore and Onshore Wind’ – the first time an onshore wind theatre has appeared at the heart of the busy and buzzing exhibition, which already features GE Vernova, Statkraft and Red Rock Renewables. On the exhibitor list.
•     ‘Hydrogen and Energy Storage’.
•     ‘Marine Renewables and FLOW (floating offshore wind)’.
•     The ‘Dcarbonise Theatre’ focussing on the decarbonisation of Heat and the Built Environment, and on Transport.
•     Future Talent, dedicated to inspiring the next generation of energy professionals and those joining the sectors from other industries.
•     The Insight Energy Theatre designed as the home for innovative renewable energy solutions, AI and sustainable practices that are driving energy transition. It will also feature ‘Community and Local Energy ‘ which has long played a key role at All-Energy.

There is no Call for Speakers for the main conference, which involves invited politicians and key industry, government and academic stakeholders. Within the All-Energy programme every source of renewable energy, the grid and networks, hydrogen and energy storage, investment, purchase power agreements (PPAs) and much more will be covered. The Dcarbonise programme will focus on the decarbonisation of heat and the built environment, transport, cities/places, industry, the supply chain - and more.

Discussions are currently under way with many of those key stakeholders identifying themes for panel discussions and presentations that will be highly relevant in May 2025; Glasgow’s 850^th birthday will also play a part. The conference programme will be launched in January 2025.

As Anam Khan explains: “The arrival of a new UK government with its far-reaching plans for energy decarbonisation, and the Scottish Government’s recently published Energy Strategy ensures there will be a fresh feel within the discussions and presentations that will feature in the 50+ panel discussions and presentations over the two days.”

New team at the helm

Anam Khan, All-Energy and Dcarbonise’s new Event Manager has extensive experience in launching events across new markets, particularly asset management and ESG, and has successfully lead teams and developed strategies to drive business growth.

She commented: “This is a particularly exciting time to join All-Energy and Dcarbonise, especially as the event experiences significant growth. I am eager to contribute to and be a part of this dynamic journey as it progresses and evolves.”

Anam is joined by another new face to All-Energy and Dcarbonise. Mariana Barrios, who has been Conference Manager at RX’s The London Book Fair for the past two years. She has joined All-Energy and Dcarbonise in a similar role and will be working closely with Judith Patten MBE, who continues as Conference Project Director. Together they will be working to build upon the highly successful content programmes over many years at All-Energy and Dcarbonise, reflecting the evolving nature of the energy industry.

Not only does All-Energy and Dcarbonise have a new Event Manager and a new Conference Manager, RX’s new Portfolio Director Energy and Marine, Gareth Rapley is also in place. He has taken over from Jonathan Heastie as Energy & Marine Portfolio Director responsible for SPE Offshore Europe (OE) and Oceanology International as well as All-Energy. Jonathan is now overseeing RX’s recently acquired portfolio of worldwide hydrogen events.

Gareth brings more than 15 years of events leadership and energy experience having previously worked for RX on SPE Offshore Europe for nine years, latterly as Exhibition Director before spending three years in the Middle East with dmg events and Informa Markets. Most recently, he returned to London as Director of The London Book Fair.

He commented: “I am delighted to have rejoined the energy industry. All-Energy and Dcarbonise, SPE Offshore Europe, and Oceanology International combine to represent many facets of the energy and marine industries. These are valuable national assets that need to be secured and developed to continue to deliver for the UK and our events provide very successful platforms to further these aims.”

Further details on all aspects of All-Energy and Dcarbonise, from the ever-growing exhibitor list and information on exhibiting and sponsorship to the Call for Speakers and route for contributing thoughts on conference themes is at www.all-energy.co.uk

Anam Khan
Event Manager, All-Energy & Dcarbonise

Mariana Barrios
Conference Manager. Energy & Marine, RX

Gareth Rapley
Portfolio Director. Energy & Marine, RX

All-Energy, the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon energy exhibition and conference, and the co-located Dcarbonise, being held by RX at Glasgow’s Scottish Events Campus (SEC) on 14 and 15 May 2025, is already on track to be the biggest edition ever. With projected growth of 16%, the exhibition is filling up fast.

A new Event Manager, Anam Khan is in post to head the organisation of All-Energy, and the co-located Dcarbonise, along with other new members of the team.

The 2024 edition of All-Energy and Dcarbonise attracted total attendance of 11,736 from home and overseas; some 270 exhibitors and saw 13,458 badges scanned at entrances to conference halls and rooms and show floor theatres.

Call for Speakers now open

Today (25 September) sees the launch of the Call for Speakers for the event’s popular show floor theatres in which the spotlight turns on cutting-edge technology, innovative solutions, software, AI, ‘lessons learned’ and case histories. The invitation to contribute knowledge and insight can be found on our website with a deadline of 10 January 2025.

The invitation to submit abstracts is open for six theatres in which discussions, presentations and networking opportunities will be held:

•     ‘FutureGrid’ with the ‘Great Grid Upgrade’ firmly in mind.
•     ‘Offshore and Onshore Wind’ – the first time an onshore wind theatre has appeared at the heart of the busy and buzzing exhibition, which already features GE Vernova, Statkraft and Red Rock Renewables. On the exhibitor list.
•     ‘Hydrogen and Energy Storage’.
•     ‘Marine Renewables and FLOW (floating offshore wind)’.
•     The ‘Dcarbonise Theatre’ focussing on the decarbonisation of Heat and the Built Environment, and on Transport.
•     Future Talent, dedicated to inspiring the next generation of energy professionals and those joining the sectors from other industries.
•     The Insight Energy Theatre designed as the home for innovative renewable energy solutions, AI and sustainable practices that are driving energy transition. It will also feature ‘Community and Local Energy ‘ which has long played a key role at All-Energy.

There is no Call for Speakers for the main conference, which involves invited politicians and key industry, government and academic stakeholders. Within the All-Energy programme every source of renewable energy, the grid and networks, hydrogen and energy storage, investment, purchase power agreements (PPAs) and much more will be covered. The Dcarbonise programme will focus on the decarbonisation of heat and the built environment, transport, cities/places, industry, the supply chain - and more.

Discussions are currently under way with many of those key stakeholders identifying themes for panel discussions and presentations that will be highly relevant in May 2025; Glasgow’s 850^th birthday will also play a part. The conference programme will be launched in January 2025.

As Anam Khan explains: “The arrival of a new UK government with its far-reaching plans for energy decarbonisation, and the Scottish Government’s recently published Energy Strategy ensures there will be a fresh feel within the discussions and presentations that will feature in the 50+ panel discussions and presentations over the two days.”

New team at the helm

Anam Khan, All-Energy and Dcarbonise’s new Event Manager has extensive experience in launching events across new markets, particularly asset management and ESG, and has successfully lead teams and developed strategies to drive business growth.

She commented: “This is a particularly exciting time to join All-Energy and Dcarbonise, especially as the event experiences significant growth. I am eager to contribute to and be a part of this dynamic journey as it progresses and evolves.”

Anam is joined by another new face to All-Energy and Dcarbonise. Mariana Barrios, who has been Conference Manager at RX’s The London Book Fair for the past two years. She has joined All-Energy and Dcarbonise in a similar role and will be working closely with Judith Patten MBE, who continues as Conference Project Director. Together they will be working to build upon the highly successful content programmes over many years at All-Energy and Dcarbonise, reflecting the evolving nature of the energy industry.

Not only does All-Energy and Dcarbonise have a new Event Manager and a new Conference Manager, RX’s new Portfolio Director Energy and Marine, Gareth Rapley is also in place. He has taken over from Jonathan Heastie as Energy & Marine Portfolio Director responsible for SPE Offshore Europe (OE) and Oceanology International as well as All-Energy. Jonathan is now overseeing RX’s recently acquired portfolio of worldwide hydrogen events.

Gareth brings more than 15 years of events leadership and energy experience having previously worked for RX on SPE Offshore Europe for nine years, latterly as Exhibition Director before spending three years in the Middle East with dmg events and Informa Markets. Most recently, he returned to London as Director of The London Book Fair.

He commented: “I am delighted to have rejoined the energy industry. All-Energy and Dcarbonise, SPE Offshore Europe, and Oceanology International combine to represent many facets of the energy and marine industries. These are valuable national assets that need to be secured and developed to continue to deliver for the UK and our events provide very successful platforms to further these aims.”

Further details on all aspects of All-Energy and Dcarbonise, from the ever-growing exhibitor list and information on exhibiting and sponsorship to the Call for Speakers and route for contributing thoughts on conference themes is at www.all-energy.co.uk

Anam Khan
Event Manager, All-Energy & Dcarbonise

Mariana Barrios
Conference Manager. Energy & Marine, RX

Gareth Rapley
Portfolio Director. Energy & Marine, RX

Last week saw the attendance record at the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon exhibition and conference All-Energy, and the co-located Dcarbonise 2024, at Glasgow’s SEC, smashed by a staggering 21%.

“In 2023 we had total attendance of 9,706 – a new record, but this year, on 15 and 16 May, that was well and truly beaten by the close of play figure of 11,736,” explained Jonathan Heastie, Portfolio Director at RX Global, who own and organise the duo of events “We knew before the show had opened that we were well on target for a new record, but never in our wildest dreams did we expect a 21% increase over last year’s figure. It’s a testament to both the growth in the industry and how the combined event is valued by those who benefit from participating. This year registrations came from 80 countries.

“The increase in attendance was reflected by packed aisles, conference halls and show floor theatres (between them they boasted over 600 speakers during the two days) and smiles and congratulations in plenty from our 270 exhibiting organisations, many of whom have already re-booked for 2025’s silver anniversary event being held at SEC on 14 and 15 May. Exhibitors came from all over the UK and Northern Ireland, and also from the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden and the USA.

“We have often referred to the show as ‘busy and buzzing’. This year the sense of business being done, and the incredible buzz outclassed anything heard in the show’s 24 -year history. The world class conference programme with stellar line-ups in 57 sessions looking at policy, ambitions, challenges, opportunities and innovative solutions across renewable power, low carbon heat and low carbon transport is undoubtedly one of the industry’s biggest free of charge conferences seen anywhere in the world, something we are hugely proud to deliver.

“The Lomond Auditorium was packed to hear opening morning speakers including the Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero and Energy, Màiri McAllan MSP; Louise Kingham, Senior Vice President, Europe and Head of Country, bp; Adam Morrison, UK Country Manager for Ocean Winds; Emma Pinchbeck, CEO, Energy UK; along with All-Energy stalwarts, the Rt Hon Lord Provost of Glasgow, Councillor Jacqueline McLaren, and Councillor Susan Aitken, The Leader of Glasgow City Council all expertly chaired by Dame Susan Rice, Chair of Forth Green Freeports. And, with video contributions from Jim Skea, Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and the Rt Hon Claire Coutinho MP, Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero; and was just as packed for the first offshore wind session. It was equally packed for the offshore wind session that immediately followed the opening plenary session.

“With the ’Great Grid Upgrade’ in mind, we devoted more time to grid and networks than ever before and the 400-seater room dedicated to that was crammed to the proverbial gunwales for many sessions; hydrogen and energy storage – as always – attracted large numbers; as did so many of our sessions on all forms of renewables and on the decarbonisation of the built environment, heat, transport, cities/places and industry.”

The eight show floor theatres providing bite-size chunks of free learning involved another 250+ speakers and covered offshore wind, marine renewable energy, hydrogen and energy storage, future talent, community and local energy, research and innovation, and decarbonising hat, the built environment and transport also drew high numbers. So too did the Civic Reception and Giant Networking evening at Glasgow Science Centre.

Mr Heastie explained: “Networking is key to All-Energy, and the Centre, with its interactive exhibits, provides a relaxed and fascinating venue at which the conversations started on stands or as the result of conference sessions can be caried on as well as providing a chance for meeting up with old friends and making new acquaintances. We are grateful to the Rt Hon the Lord Provost of Glasgow for the Civic Reception and to Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa for their sponsorship of this important aspect of All-Energy and Dcarbonise.”

He added: “Naturally I would like to thank exhibitors, speakers, chairs and sponsors for their commitment to the show; and also, the visitors who came in their thousands. This year I would particularly like to thank Shepherd and Wedderburn who celebrated their tenth anniversary of becoming our Headline Sponsor. They bring a wealth of knowledge and some highly relevant conference sessions too, and so it is very much a win:win situation for our two organisations; long may the relationship continue.”

All-Energy and Dcarbonise 2025 will be held 14 and15 May at Glasgow’s SEC. Further information is available from www.all-energy.co.uk

Màiri McAllan MSP, Scotland’s Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero and Energy is set to deliver a keynote address at All-Energy and the co-located Dcarbonise 2024 next week (15-16 May) at Glasgow’s SEC. Last year’s record-breaking edition attracted 9,706 attendees, and records look set to be broken this year.

“We are delighted by this news and look forward to welcoming the Cabinet Secretary to her first All-Energy and Dcarbonise the UK’s largest low carbon energy and full supply chain renewables event,” said Jonathan Heastie, Portfolio Director Energy & Marine at RX Global who own and organise the duo of events.

“She will be speaking in the opening plenary session chaired by Dame Susan Rice DBE FRSE, Chair of Forth Green Freeport and in which her fellow speakers are the Lord Provost of Glasgow; Louise Kingham, Senior Vice President, Europe and Head of Country, bp; Husain Al Meer, Director, Global Offshore Wind & UK, Masdar; Emma Pinchbeck, Chief Executive, Energy UK and Councillor Susan Aitken, Leader of Glasgow City Council.

“Unable to join us in person, both Jim Skea, Chair of the International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and the UK Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Claire Coutinho MP are contributing videos to the session.”

Later in the morning and following meetings with key stakeholders, the Cabinet Secretary will tour the exhibition with its 270 exhibitors from home and overseas who are showcasing the latest technologies, services and advice needed to ensure the UK’s green ambitions can be delivered, and net zero engineered.

Following the plenary session the conference breaks into 11 parallel tracks with similarly stellar line-ups looking at the latest challenges, opportunities and innovative solutions across all forms of renewable power, the grid and networks -  with an eye on ‘The Great Grid Upgrade’, low carbon heat, low carbon transport and the decarbonisation of industry and of cities/places..

The main world-class conference comprises 55 sessions over the two days delivered by more than 360 speakers. Eight ‘quick fire’ show floor theatres featuring some 250+ speakers covering offshore wind, marine renewables, hydrogen and energy storage, future talent, community energy, research and innovation, and decarbonising heat, the built environment and transport; and Academic Posters prepared by up to 40 academics complete the picture

“That’s not where it ends, networking plays an enormous role at the duo of shows,” explained Mr Heastie. The Giant Networking Evening, sponsored by Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa and incorporating the Civic Reception, courtesy of the Rt Hon the Lord Provost of Glasgow provides a brilliant opportunity at Glasgow Science Centre, to relax after a busy day whilst catching up with friends old and new. Registration for all the component parts is free of charge to all with relevant business or academic interests, and at www.all-energy.co.uk.”

He added: “We are honoured to have been helping the UK low carbon and renewable energy value chain to engineer a net zero future since 2001 and look forward to continuing that key role this year for what we expect to be another record attendance.”

Further information on the event whose headline sponsor is Shepherd and Wedderburn is at www.all-energy.co.uk including the full conference and show floor theatre programmes, the exhibitor list and features and visits that can be made relating to Glasgow Climate Week and other unmissable activities.

The duo of events being held on 15 and 16 May at Glasgow’s SEC – All-Energy, the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon energy exhibition and conference, and the co-located Dcarbonise – have long been recognised for stellar conference line-ups; and this year’s event from the opening plenary session through 56 other conference sessions  and eight show floor theatres is certainly no exception.

They range, with input from some 360 speakers in the main conference, from diving deep into every form of renewable energy applicable in the UK, to grid and networks modernisation and expansion; and the hydrogen transition to energy storage; from community engagement and benefits; to those living and working on a daily basis with solving the challenges of decarbonisation of the built environment, heat, cities/places, industry, and transport.

There are also sessions devoted to Glasgow Climate Week, investment, cyber security, the supply chain; PPAs, skills and training, clean tech; regulations; energy systems, energy demand reduction; circularity in the energy industry; and even a lunchtime fireside chat between two legends of offshore energy activity.

“The speakers on Day 1 include Scotland’s Cabinet Secretary for Net Zeo and Energy, Màiri McAllan MSP; Patrick Child, Deputy Director General of the European Commission’s DG Environment; Tim Pick MBE, Chair Offshore Wind Growth Partnership and former UK Offshore Wind Champion; Danielle Lane, Director of Offshore Development UK and Ireland, RWE; Laura Fleming, CEO, Hitachi Energy UK and Ireland, and those are just some of the speakers in the first two sessions,” explained Jonathan Heastie, Portfolio Director, RX Global who own and organise the duo of events.

“Well-known names later on the 15^th in our 11 conference halls include Benj Sykes, Vice President, Offshore. Head of Environment, Consenting & External Affairs at Ørsted and President of the Society for Underwater Technology, our Learned Society Patron; Susie Lind, Managing Director, BlueFloat Energy | Renantis Partnership;  Eleanor Warburton, Director of Energy Systems Management & Security, Ofgem; Professor Keith Bell, Scottish Power Professor of Future Power Systems, University of Strathclyde; and Julian Leslie, Strategic Energy Planning Director, National Grid ESO.

“We are delighted to also welcome Scott Mathieson, Network Planning & Regulation Director, SP Energy Networks; Chris Burchell, Managing Director, SSEN Distribution; Robin Tayal, Investment Director, Scottish National Investment Bank; Lindsay McQuade of Amazon; Professor Deborah Greaves of University of Plymouth, and the Supergen ORE Hub.

“We also have renowned Chairs on Day 1, including Dame Susan Rice, Chair of Forth Green Freeport for the opening plenary session and Clare Foster, Head of Clean Energy at our Headline Sponsor, Shepherd and Wedderburn; and Lawrence Slade, CEO of the Energy Networks Association. The list of luminaries is seemingly endless!

“That’s before you start poring over the programmes for the eight show floor theatres, with more than 260 speakers over the two days. Wednesday’s quick fire programmes look at offshore wind; hydrogen and energy storage; community and local energy; future talent - with success stories and inspirational thoughts on skills and training; and heat, built environment and transport decarbonisation (with a theatre for each of the three topics); and research and innovation. In addition some 40 academics will be with us to talk about posters on display depicting their latest work….. what a line up, I can only urge you to look to register to attend at www.all-energy.co.uk; upload the All-Energy App and investigate it all for yourself!”

Attendance is free of charge to all with relevant business and academic interests and covers all component parts of the event, the major exhibition with some 270 exhibitors from home and overseas; the conference and show floor theatres; and the Civic Reception that forms part of the Giant Networking evening at the Glasgow Science Centre.

What can you see a All-Energy

Mr Heastie continues: “Today is build up day, throughout the day exhibitors are unboxing and unwrapping their exhibits  and turning their stands into a reflection of their solutions be they products or expertise.

“Today sees some of the most eye catching exhibits making an entrance into SEC’s halls. The vehicles range from the very large such as hybrid road gritter and an electric rubbish collection vehicle both from Glasgow City Council through to conventional EVs and even a quadracycle, plus the body of the Strathclyde University entry for the Shell Eco-marathon (two more universities entering this year’s event will also be on that stand). TUV’s exhibits will include a portable test facility for hydrogen refuelling stations.

“The mobile heat pump training unit from ESP and the Energy Saving Trust will be making its first appearance at All-Energy and Dcarbonise. The fully equipped classroom travels to rural and remote areas of Scotland to deliver certified heat pump training. It can provide additional support for colleges and be an upskilling resource for industry..

“The Hydrogen showcase is always like an Aladdin’s cave of fascinating exhibits and it is not until the end of build-up day that lists of what is en route turn into a true picture of what is on display there, it very much ‘the gift that keeps giving’. One fascinating area is going to be PlusZero’s simulated building site showing how hydrogen can increasingly be used in that environment.”

Moving away from hydrogen to tidal power, Orbital Marine Power will exhibit the latest model of their device; and wave power developers CorPower will showcase a ¼ scale buoy. They will also have a VR set available where visitors can “ can go inside the Wave Energy Converter to better understand how it works as well as how it will be serviced and maintained”.

Further information and special events/tours

Further information on the event whose headline sponsor is Shepherd and Wedderburn is at www.all-energy.co.uk including the full conference and show floor theatre programmes, the exhibitor list and features and visits that can be made relating to Glasgow Climate Week AT www.all-energy.co.uk/en-gb/whats-on/glasgow-climate-week-events.html that include the OEUK Wind Insight Breakfast Briefing at All-Energy on 15 May and post All-Energy visits to the Glasgow Recycling and Renewable Energy Centre; the Queens Quay Energy Centre ;and SWG3’s Body Heat Project on Friday 17 May.

Today (1 May 2024) marks a real milestone for All-Energy and Dcarbonise 2024. It is only a fortnight until the doors at Glasgow’s SEC open (15 and 16 May) on the UK’s largest renewable and low carbon energy exhibition and conference and the co-located event aimed at helping private and public sector energy end-users in their decarbonisation plans for building, business and transportation. And, importantly it marks a real milestone in the show’s evolution.

“This year’s All-Energy and Dcarbonise is back bigger, better and brimming with more free networking, knowledge and technology to help us engineer a net zero future together,” explained Jonathan Heastie, Portfolio Director Energy & Marine at RX Global who own and organise both events. “Last year’s record-breaking edition attracted 9,706 attendees. This year we expect to break more records and deliver even greater value.

“Visitors will be able to find the latest technologies, services and advice from the 270 exhibiting organisations from home and overseas; attend the world-class conference with its stellar line-up looking at the latest challenges, opportunities and innovative solutions across renewable power, low carbon heat, energy efficiency and low carbon transport. There are 55 sessions in the main conference delivered by over 350 speakers – a veritable ‘who’s who’ of the industry. Add in eight ‘Quick Fire’ show floor theatres and academic posters and the number count of speakers rises to over 600.

All with relevant business or academic interests can register at www.all-energy.co.uk/24 – all the component parts of the event are free of charge to attend - the exhibition, the main conference, the show floor theatres, the Civic Reception and Giant Networking Evening – the former with thanks to The Rt Hon The Lord Provost of Edinburgh, the latter sponsored by Siemens Energy and Siemens Gamesa.

Mr Heastie added: “We’ve reached a Red-Letter Day today with our All-Energy App going live. That is not unusual, but this year the App is a vital milestone in our own decarbonisation plans, for there will be no printed catalogue at our duo of shows. RX Global is proud to be a founding member of the Net Zero Carbon Events pledge, a global collaboration which was launched by the events industry in November 2021 at COP 26 in Glasgow, and we have strong targets at which to aim. The link to the App is at www.all-energy.co.uk/en-gb/visit/ae-app.html

“The App’s features mean that within a pocket, or handbag, there is the power to browse the exhibitor directory and use the interactive floorplan with its Wayfinding ability. You can instantly find conference sessions that add value to your experience – you can search on sessions or speaker and find where they will be and when. During conference sessions you can ask questions of them thanks to Slido on the App.  What’s more, you can also meet and network, using it check out where and when features such as the Giant Networking Evening are taking place and log favourite exhibitors, sessions and speakers in your personal plan.

Mr Heastie went on to say: “I would like to particularly thank Shepherd and Wedderburn who are celebrating their 10^th year of Headline Sponsorship and who have brought us some highly thought provoking and relevant sessions in the offshore wind, cities/places decarbonisation conference streams, and also one session on regulations’ role and another on clean tech.

“We are honoured to have been helping the UK low carbon and renewable energy value chain to engineer a net zero future since 2001 and look forward to continuing that key role this year for what we expect to be another record attendance.”