Energy Storage & Hydrogen Solutions Conference

    ENERGY STORAGE & HYDROGEN SOLUTIONS CONFERENCE

    Energy Storage & Hydrogen Solutions Conference

    Introduction

    The transition to a low-carbon economy is at the forefront of national and European policy agendas, with energy storage and hydrogen solutions playing a crucial role in achieving climate neutrality and energy security. This conference aims to foster collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and innovation in the fields of energy storage and hydrogen technologies. The event, organized in partnership of ideopsis with the British High Commission in Nicosia, will bring together experts, policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders from Cyprus, the UK, and beyond to discuss cutting-edge solutions and best practices.

    Aims and Objectives

    By bringing together leading experts, policymakers, and industry players, the event aims to foster dialogue, share expertise, and catalyse action towards a more sustainable, resilient, and low-carbon future. 

    • To enhance collaboration in the development and deployment of energy storage and hydrogen technologies. 
    • To showcase innovative solutions, policy frameworks, and technological advancements in these sectors. 
    • To facilitate dialogue on the role of energy storage and hydrogen in achieving energy security, decarbonization, and economic growth. 

    Key Objectives

    • Explore the latest advancements in hydrogen production, storage, and utilization. 
    • Discuss the integration of energy storage solutions  in renewable energy systems. 
    • Address policy, regulatory, and market challenges in the adoption of hydrogen and storage technologies. 
    • Promote partnerships between public and private sector stakeholders from Cyprus and the UK. 
    • Identify funding opportunities and international collaborations to support energy storage and hydrogen projects. 

    Target Audience

    • Government Officials
    • Energy Experts: Representatives from academia, research centres, and think tanks. 
    • Industry Leaders: Companies specializing in hydrogen and energy storage technologies. 
    • Financial Institutions: Representatives from funding bodies, banks, and investment funds. 
    • Community Representatives: NGOs and local organizations engaged in sustainable energy. 

    Registrations free of charge

    Event Details
    H.E. High Commissioner
    British High Commission in Nicosia
    Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry
    Head of International Affairs and Energy Policy Department
    Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority
    Executive Director
    Transmission System Operator Cyprus
    Renewable Energy and Smart Grids Specialist
    member of Electricity Market Association
    Chief Technology Officer
    EV Cyprus
    Professor of Energy Systems
    School of Engineering, Frederick University
    Head of Consulting
    Otto Simon Ltd
    Director of ITM Power Pty
    ITM power UK
    CTO
    Hypermotive, UK
    Director
    ideopsis Ltd.
    Supervisor | Senior Expert | Energy Policy & Climate Change, ideopsis ltd.
    ideopsis Ltd.
    Associate Professor
    Cyprus University of Technology
    Research Scientist
    The Cyprus Institute
    Lecturer and course leader of BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering
    UCLan Cyprus

    9.00-9.10
    H.E. High Commissioner, Michael Tatham, British High Commission in Nicosia

    9.10-9.20
    George Papanastasiou, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry

    Moderator, Dr Alexandros Charalambides, CUT

    9.20-9.40
    Regulatory Framework of Energy Storage, Maria-Eleni Delenta, Head of International Affairs and Energy Policy Department, Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority

    9.40-10.00
    Grid stability and future battery storage systems, Stavros Stavrinos, Executive Director, Transmission System Operator

    10.00-10.20
    Energy Storage: Unlocking Cyprus RES Potential, Dr Andreas Procopiou, Energy Expert, member of Electricity Market Association

    10.20-10.40
    Challenges and opportunities of Electric Vehicle Charging, Michael Toumbas, Chief Technology Officer, EV Cyprus

    10.40-11.00
    Q&A

    Moderator, Dr Nestor Fylaktos, the Cyprus Institute

    11.30-11.50
    The future of Green Hydrogen Energy Systems, Dr Andreas Poullikkas, Professor of Energy Systems, School of Engineering, Frederick University

    11.50-12.10
    A Safe Hydrogen Future, Clare Dunkerley, Head of Consultancy, Otto Simon Ltd, UK

    12.10-12.30
    ITM Hydrogen revolution and case studies, Charles Purkess, Business Development Manager, ITM power, UK

    12.30-12.50
    Technology advancements in green hydrogen and fuel cells applications, Jeremy Bowman, Chief Technology Officer, Hypermotive Ltd, UK (remotely), tbc

    12.50-13.15
    Q&A

    Light lunch and networking

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