Innovation Zero 2023

Innovation Zero exists to accelerate meaningful action towards a low-carbon economy and society, and our mission is to build and connect a global network of innovators, funders, businesses and policymakers. Hear from the thought leaders and pioneers that took to the stage at Innovation Zero 2023 to deepen your knowledge in the transformation to a low-carbon economy. You can find recorded versions of these sessions here: https://www.innovationzero.com/content-centre We will return to Olympia London, from April 30 to May 1, 2024. Register your interest today at www.innovationzero.com.

SBJBC: Cleantech Innovation – UK & Saudi Collaboration Opportunities | Ep.70

This session will continue an ongoing dialogue between the UK and Saudi Arabia on Clean Technologies. Key areas for partnership in the sector will be considered, alongside the support available, government-to-government cooperation frameworks, market access, the role of clean technologies within ongoing projects, and Saudi plans for a circular carbon economy. Featuring Dr Abdulaziz Aljodai (Corporate Director, SABIC), Alison Young (Global Export and Investment Specialist, Connected Places Catapult), Dr Neil Quilliam (Energy Director, Think Research and Advisory), Noaman Al Adhami (Head of Country, UK, Al Fanar), and Rubina Singh (Principal, Octopus Ventures). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

12-15
43:22

Navigating the Supply Chain When Calculating Scope 3 | Ep.69

Hear from carbon reduction and certification platform Net Zero Now, in conversation with partners Coca Cola and Pernod Ricard, as they discuss the importance of engaging your supply chain when calculating Scope 3 emissions. Featuring Simon Heppner (Executive Director, Net Zero Now), Sam Jones (Head of Climate and Sustainability, Coca Cola Europacific Partners), and Sandrine Ricard (Deputy Director of S&R, Pernod Ricard UK). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

12-14
42:55

BCG X: Fast-Tracking Green Tech Deployment | Ep.68

The urgency of addressing climate change requires the rapid industrialisation and widespread adoption of green tech. What stands in the way of the mass production and market acceptance of these new technologies? How can organisations overcome these obstacles and achieving fast-paced industrialisation? Hear from Kanika Chandaria (Lead Venture Architect, BCG X), Stefan Groß-Selbeck (Senior Partner and Managing Director at BCG, Global Leader of BCG X Green Tech, BCG X), Vuk Trifkovic (MD and Partner, BCG X), Irina Gorbounova (VP M&A and Head of XCarb Innovation Fund, ArcelorMittal), Dr Amy Ruddock (VP for Europe and the Middle East, Carbon Engineering), Ben Potter (SVP Strategy & Corporate Development, Energy Dome), and Hanane Mourchid (Chief Sustainability Officer, OCP Group). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

12-13
01:01:05

BestPractice.Club: Reconciling Resilience and Net Zero for Supply Chain | Ep.67

Achieving net zero within complex global supply chains would be a tough enough challenge even in the relatively stable operating context that existed before the pandemic. Now, supply chains face the additional challenge of becoming more resilient to cope with political, economic, technological and climate-driven volatility as well as meeting net zero commitments. Beginning with the big-picture context for global trade, this session explores the practical steps supply chains are taking towards net zero. Featuring JP Doggett (Co-Owner, BestPractice.club), Mark Williams (Managing Director, Shipping Strategy Ltd.), Oriol Margo (EMEA Sustainability Transformation Leader, Kimberly-Clark), Amanda Wood (Supply Chain Sustainability Director, BAE Systems), Eloise Cotton (Head of Sustainable Development UK&I, Schneider Electric), Dr Jas Kaldra (Head of Supply Chain, Arcadis), Mark Perera (Founder & Board Member, Vizibl), Liz Wood (Sustainability Manager and Principal Consultant, Beyondly), James Butcher (CEO, Supply Pilot). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

12-12
59:48

The Continued Finance Challenge | Ep.66

This session will explore the ways in which we can scale innovators quicker. How do you take a start-up company from seed stage, through to Series A, B, and beyond? How can we streamline and expedite the process, to ensure our best innovators reach maximum impact without being stalled by the difficulties of repeated rounds of fundraising? Featuring Dr Jim Totty (Sustainable Private Equity Specialist), Michael Bruce (Lead, ClimateTech Venture Investment, Emerson Collective), Kojo Ako-Asare (MD, Decarbonization Partners, a BlackRock & Temasek JV), Steven Poulter (Head of Principal Structuring & Investments, Barclays), Connor Duffy (Investment Associate, Clean Growth Fund). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

12-11
40:54

Natwest: Measure to Manage Decarbonisation | Ep.65

Many UK businesses are aware that they need to develop a strategy around decarbonisation, however, these businesses face the challenge of knowing where to start, and who to turn to. This session frames how and why businesses should consider the need to measure their carbon footprint, what are the challenges to doing that, and how it can drive actions and benefits for their business. Featuring Chris Spry (Head of eFX Derivatives Trading, NatWest Group), Emma Kisby (CEO, CoGo), Scott James (Partner, William Ward Associates), Jon Horsfield (CEO, Diode Energy), Zara Janjua (Broadcaster and Journalist), and Dr Maria Carvalho (Head of Climate Economics and Data, NatWest Group). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

12-08
45:05

Shopify: The State of the Carbon Removal Market | Ep.64

As of the end of 2022, the carbon removal market is on track in some areas, while other areas need more attention. Entrepreneurs flooded the market with innovation, pursuing new ideas or improvements to technologies already under development, yet there is still a long way to go with funding large-scale deployment, measurement, reporting and verification, and bringing more buyers to the table. In this fireside chat, Shopify’s Head of Sustainability Stacy Kauk and James Murray, Editor-in-Chief, BusinessGreen will discuss current challenges and the areas that need critical attention for the carbon removal market to scale and succeed. The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

12-07
33:03

First Movers’ Coalition: Matching Supply and Demand for Accelerating Net Zero Solutions | Ep.63

How is FMC complementary to other initiatives in the industry decarbonisation ecosystem and how can demand-driven action advance technical, financial and policy-related support for scaling domestic supply of low- or zero-carbon alternatives? How does FMC fit with the priorities and leadership of the UK government on climate action and industry transition? How can partnerships and collaborations between government, private sector, finance and civil society stakeholders accelerate decarbonisation efforts in the UK – and where are opportunities for business to be competitive in the low-carbon economy? How have FMC Members been leading in delivering on their offtake commitments and making deals up and downstream of their value chains? What demand-focused initiatives in the United Kingdom are complementary to FMC’s mission and what’s the role of innovation agencies in this regard? What supply-side projects are in the pipeline in the UK to meet the offtake commitments made by FMC members? The answers to all these questions will be explored in this session. Featuring Magali Anderson (Chief Sustainability & Innovation Officer, Holcim), Nathan Cooper (Director, Policy Engagement, High-Level Climate Champions), Christian Coolsaet (Managing Director, Volvo Trucks), and Bruce Adderly (Challenge Director, Transforming Foundation Industries, Innovate UK). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

12-06
29:37

How Can Innovation Deliver Net Zero Solutions? | Ep.62

Hear from Prof. Paul Monks, Chief Scientific Advisor for the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero, who gave the opening presentation at Day Two of Innovation Zero 2023's Green Stage. The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

12-05
30:06

Clean Planet Energy: Waste Plastics Power Play – Legislating Low Carbon Fuels and Accelerating the Circular Economy | Ep.61

Key Stakeholders Unite: Tune into this panel discussion that explore the interplay of legislation, feedstock, offtake, and investment/tech in the supply chain of the chemical recycling industry in the UK. Featuring Dr Katerina Garyfalou (VP New Ventures, Clean Planet Energy), Helen Jordan (Sustainability Manager, British Plastics Federation), Chloe Lianos (Deputy Head for Low Carbon Fuels, Department for Transport), and Arun Sriskanda (MD, Oikos Storage Terminal). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

12-04
31:27

Milkywire/Klara: Beyond Carbon Offsetting – A New Approach to Scaling Carbon Removal and Wider Climate Action Initiatives | Ep.60

In this session, learn from experts from Klarna, Milkywire, and leading climate startups and non-profit organisations to discuss the many benefits, challenges and opportunities that come with implementing internal carbon fees, as well as must-know innovative solutions within the carbon removal and climate advocacy space. Featuring Salah Said (Head of Sustainability, Klarna), Mikaela Jaconelli (Head of Commercial, Milkywire), Maurice Bryson (Founder & Director, Silicate), Richard Pearshouse (Director of Environment and Human Rights, Human Rights Watch), Dr Nick Chadwick (CEO & Co-Founder, Mission Zero Technologies), and Owen Hewlett (CTO, The Gold Standard Foundation). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

12-01
27:41

The Solent Cluster: Collaborate to Innovate | Ep.59

Learn how The Solent Cluster is taking a "big tent" approach to realising its decarbonisation goals. Featuring Stu Baker (Project Director, The Solent Cluster), Michael Foley (UK Low Carbon Solutions Executive, ExxonMobil), Joss Clarke (Head of External Affairs, SGN), Anne-Marie Mountifield (CEO, Solent Local Enterprise Partnership), and Dr Linday-Marie Armstrong (Academic Cluster Lead; Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Decarbonisation Research & Innovation Centre (IDRIC); University of Southampton). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

11-30
28:33

British Business Bank: Zeroing in on Green Investment | Ep.58

For tech businesses operating in sectors enabling the net zero economy, investment in research and development takes both time and money. Investors in turn face challenges in deciding which technologies are likely to produce the high-growth businesses of tomorrow. With recent slowdowns in the markets for growth and venture capital, early-stage businesses need to know more than ever what funders are looking for potential investments, and how they can make themselves more attractive to investors. Hear from major investors who are funding businesses that are increasing the pace of the transition to net zero and hear first-hand insights into the market. Featuring Cathering Lewis La Torre (CEO, British Patient Capital), Scott Marshall (Managing Director, Roma Finance), Patrick Sheehan (Founder & Managing Partner, ETF Partners), and Estia Ryan (Head of Research, Eka Ventures). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

11-29
29:59

Decarbonising Road Transport | Ep.57

All transport begins with the surface on which they take place. How can we minimise the carbon impacts of roads, highways, and traffic congestion? Are smart roads the future? Learn how traffic infrastructure is providing the foundation for decarbonised transport. Featuring Christophe Nicodème (Director General, European Union Road Federation), Max Sugarman (CEO, Intelligent Transport Systems UK), Kate Jennings (Policy Director, Logistics UK), Adam Simmons (Director of Strategic Planning & Analysis, National Highways). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

11-28
50:57

Transitioning to a Low Carbon Fleet | Ep.56

Hear how public and private sector organisations partnering with manufacturers and suppliers to reach zero fleet emissions. Featuring Andreas Schörling (MD UK, FlixBus), Louis Rambaud (Group Strategy and Transformation Director, Go-Ahead Group), Mike Nakrani (Managing Director, E-Mobility Investments, VEV), Danielle Walsh (Co-Founder & CEO, Clearly.earth), Matthew Dear (CEO; Former Programme & Projects Manager "Zero Emission Fleet", Better Environment and Transport; London Fire Brigade), and Oliver Boots (Chief Commercial Officer, Octopus Electric Vehicles). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

11-27
01:04:18

Decarbonising Supply Chain Within Transport | Ep.55

With over half of automotive industry emissions by 2040 expected to come from materials used in production, the need for eco-friendlier material is more apparent than ever. Hear from senior executives from across the supply chain and their work to decarbonise vehicles via cleaner energy, enhanced manufacturing processes and materials innovation. Featuring Rohitesh Dhawan (President & CEO, ICMM), Philippa Oldham (Stakeholder Engagement Director, Advanced Propulsion Centre), Dr Wolfgang Schuster (Executive Director, Ecosystems Innovation, Connected Places Catapult), Chris Allen (Managing Director, LEVC), and Dr Thomas Becker (VP Sustainability and Mobility, BMW Group). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

11-24
46:16

Moving People In Cities And Regions | Ep.54

Learn from local and regional governments, public transport providers and EV infrastructure developers as they articulate visions for new models for public and private transport in both urban and non-urban settings. Featuring Duncan Walker (Co-Founder & CEO, Skyports), Chris Hook (Global Sustainability Strategy Lead, Uber), Graeme Banister (Director, Mobilityways), Charlotte Warburton (Head of Transport and Public Sector Sustainability & Climate Lead, Deloitte). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

11-23
46:13

What Will Zero Carbon Mobility Look Like? | Ep.53

In this session, panellists articulate visions of an imminent future when ICEVs are not available and raise awareness of the challenges and opportunities created across transportation systems and along the vehicle and mobility solutions supply chains. Featuring Thomas Ableman (Director of Strategy & Innovation, TFL), The Rt Hon. Lord Patrick McLoughlin (Member of the House of Lords and Chairman, Transport for the North), Andy Eastlake (CEO, Zemo Partnership), Claire Spooner (Deputy Challenge Director, Farady Battery Challenge, Innovate UK), Matthew Eastwood (Head of Innovation and Supply Chain, Transport Scotland). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

11-22
46:41

Green Finance & Innovation for Industry | Ep.52

The UK is focused on increasing ambition in accelerating the green industrial revolution. At every point in the lifecycle, opportunities exist for technology innovators and investors to partner to deliver the industrial sector of the future. Investments not only in infrastructure but in supercharging UK R&D and workforce skills that will give us a global competitive export advantage. This session presents a selection of briefings from Peter Bachmann (MD, Sustainable Infrastructure, Gresham House), Julia Reinaud (Senior Director, Breakthrough Energy), David Aitken (Director of Innovation, Carbon Trust), Kate Levick (Associate Director, Sustainable Finance, E3G), and Nathan Cooper (Director, Policy & Engagement, High-Level Climate Champions). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

11-21
36:35

The Hydrogen Debate | Ep.51

Is green hydrogen the only viable pathway to decarbonise industry? How does it affect the hard-to-abate sectors? Addressing the promises and challenges of green hydrogen for industrial usage, this debate will sort fact from fiction. Learn from Celia Greaves (CEO and Founder, Hydrogen Energy Association), Dr Peter Williams (Group Technology Director and Head of Investor Relations, INEOS Group), Eugene McKenna (MD Hydrogen, Johnson Matthey), Kofi Mbuk (Lead Cleantech Researcher, Carbon Tracker Initiative), Amine Houssaim (VP, Hydrogen Solutions, Innov'X), and Ilias El Fali (Managing Director, Corporate Strategy, Sustainability and Innovation, OCP Group). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn more via www.innovationzero.com.

11-20
38:49

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