<p> Our keynote session features a speech from John Gummer, Lord Deben, former UK Environment Secretary and outgoing chair of the Climate Change Committee. </p> <p> With his unique perspective on policy and the inner workings of government, Lord Deben will outline where he thinks the energy transition is going, where the blockers are, and what opportunities might be being missed. </p> <p> After his speech, Lord Deben will take questions from the floor in a moderated discussion with E-FWD members. </p>

<p> CCUS offers rich opportunity to energy developers and the supply chain, in the UK and globally. As the technology matures, new markets open. </p> <p> This session will launch an exclusive piece of content developed by the E-FWD editorial team in conjunction with our data partner, GaffneyCline. Together, we have created an index of the top 20 countries in the world for CCUS investment.</p> <p> E-FWD members will be the first to unlock the findings of this research, which includes a North Sea focus. As a Founder member, you'll discover where the UK places on the index. Join our discussion between the panel and audience on why the country shows up where it does and what the blockers and pathways to success look like. </p>

<p> The first event will conclude with a special dinner for E-FWD members.</p> <p> Preceded by drinks, members will be invited to join a special guest speaker who will speak about the direction of travel in UK energy policy and what it means for the North Sea industry. </p> <p> The speaker will address the UK's path to net zero, offering unique insight on how policy has been shaped to date. The speaker will also discuss how energy policy could develop in the event of Keir Starmer winning a 2024 General Election. </p>