Future Energy Insights

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Bringing together industry leaders, innovators and global thinkers, Future Energy Insights by the World Future Energy Summit takes an in-depth look at renewable energy and sustainability. Featuring lively debate and passionate discussion, the series covers six core topics: clean energy, water scarcity, smart cities, circular economies, waste management and climate change. It shines a spotlight on the critical issues and major gamechangers shaping the sector today.

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August 26, 202650 min

In Conversation with Robin Mills: The New Sustainability Opportunity

The New Sustainability Opportunity: From Commitment to Commercial Value Sustainability is entering a new phase, one where environmental ambition must go hand in hand with economic value, innovation and long-term business strategy. In this episode, Robin Mills welcomes Ibrahim Al Zu'bi, Chief Sustainability and ESG Officer at Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), to explore how sustainability can move beyond compliance and become embedded in the way businesses operate, invest and grow. They discuss decarbonisation, AI and technology, human capital, local supply chains and energy diversification, as well as the importance of long-term investment in building more adaptable businesses and economies. They also examine why sustainability priorities differ across markets, the role of leadership in keeping them on the agenda, and how collaboration can accelerate practical solutions. Ahead of the World Future Energy Summit , they highlight the need for such global platforms that bring together businesses, innovators and decision-makers, and how they are increasingly crucial to sharing ideas, discovering technologies and shaping the future of the energy sector. Powered by World Future Energy Summit , the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.

August 20, 2026Episode 841 min

In Conversation with Robin Mills: The New Energy Opportunity

The energy transition is moving beyond deployment to a new phase of transformation, creating opportunities across technology, investment and infrastructure. In this episode, Robin Mills welcomes James Allan, Head of Energy, Economics and Climate at the British Embassy in Abu Dhabi, to explore what it will take to scale the next generation of clean energy solutions and turn ambition into commercial opportunity. They discuss the falling cost of renewables, electrification, critical mineral supply chains, carbon capture and AI, as well as the growing potential for UK–UAE collaboration. As businesses look to turn the energy transition into growth, they examine where new markets, technologies and investment opportunities are emerging, and what companies need to do to position themselves for what comes next. Ahead of the World Future Energy Summit, they also consider how collaboration, innovation and investment can accelerate the transition and shape the opportunities of the future energy economy. Powered by World Future Energy Summit , the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.

August 12, 2026Episode 727 min

In Conversation with Robin Mills: The New Energy Equation

The New Energy Equation: Security, Sustainability and Resilience As countries race to decarbonise while meeting growing energy demand, energy security has become a strategic priority. In this episode, Robin Mills welcomes Amena Bakr for an insightful discussion on how recent global events have reinforced the need for more diversified and resilient energy systems. Together, they examine the delicate balance between security, affordability and sustainability, the importance of energy diversity across technologies and resources, and how collaboration across borders can strengthen resilience. Ahead of the World Future Energy Summit, they also share their perspectives on the trends, challenges and opportunities that will define the next chapter of the global energy transition. Powered by World Future Energy Summit , the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.

July 28, 2026Episode 67 min

Digitalisation: Inside the New Era of Grid Planning

As power grids grow more complex, operators need tools that can simulate faster, plan with greater precision, and anticipate stress before it hits. Digital twins are emerging as one of the most powerful ways to model system behaviour in real time and test future scenarios. In this episode, we explore where digital twins can make the biggest immediate impact on grid planning and operations, how far digitalisation can realistically take us without deeper infrastructure upgrades, and whether data quality, system integration, or legacy assets remain the toughest barrier to scaling their use. Speakers: Lubo Minchev , CEO, Telelink Infra Robert Jones , Partner, B2BConnect (Moderator) Powered by World Future Energy Summit , the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.

June 30, 2026Episode 529 min

Hydrogen: From Hype to Clean Energy Business

Hydrogen is becoming a critical pillar of the clean energy transition, but scaling it demands both technological progress and innovative financing. In this episode, two experts explore what it will take to build a competitive hydrogen economy, from production targets and cost‑competitiveness to the bankable offtake agreements needed for viable projects. They also explore long‑term contracts and financing structures designed to unlock capital for high‑capex projects. Speakers: Alicia Eastman , Managing Director, APC Investors Santosh Raikar , Managing Partner, Silverpeak Robert Jones , Partner, B2BConnect (Moderator) Powered by World Future Energy Summit , the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.

June 4, 2026Episode 48 min

How CEPA is Rewiring UAE–Australia Energy Ties

The UAE-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) has entered a new phase - one that puts renewable energy at the centre of bilateral cooperation. In this episode, we explore how this expansion could unlock new investment and technology exchange, and what it could mean for long‑term energy security. We discuss where CEPA can create immediate shared value across clean‑energy supply chains, the regulatory and certification hurdles that need to be solved, and the opportunities emerging in Australia for UAE companies looking to establish a foothold in its evolving energy market. Speakers: Trevor Ducharme , President, Global CMX Robert Jones , Partner, B2BConnect (Moderator) Powered by World Future Energy Summit , the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.

May 11, 2026Episode 37 min

The New Power Loads Reshaping the Energy Grid

Rapid population growth, economic diversification, and data intensive technologies are driving unprecedented electricity demand across the region. Utilities are being asked to connect loads that would have been unimaginable a decade ago, due to data centres, industrial clusters, and hydrogen production. Integrating these demands safely and quickly is becoming one of the defining challenges for planners and regulators. Joining us to explore what it takes to prepare the grid for this new scale of demand is Danny Touma, Partner, PwC Middle East. Powered by World Future Energy Summit , the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.

February 26, 2026Episode 222 min

Investing for Decarbonisation - From Transition Finance to Funding the Blue Economy

In this episode, we focus on how finance can accelerate real‑world climate solutions. The episode opens with transition finance, examining how credible capital frameworks can support hard‑to‑abate sectors and drive decarbonisation across an economy. The conversation then shifts to the blue economy, exploring investment in early‑stage companies developing ocean‑focused technologies, services and products. Together, the discussions highlight where capital is moving, what credibility requires, and how innovation is being funded at the frontiers of climate action. Speakers: Vanessa Havard Williams, OBE , Chair of the UK's Transition Finance Market Review Jerome Ternynck , Co-Founder, Rypples Robert Jones , Partner, B2BConnect (Moderator) Powered by World Future Energy Summit , the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.

February 2, 2026Episode 15 min

Mobile EV Charging: Solving the Fleet Infrastructure Gap

SAVVY Charging Technologies' CEO and Founder Muhammad Jamal explains how on-demand mobile charging helps fleet operators cut infrastructure costs while accelerating EV adoption. Speakers: Muhammad Jamal, CEO and Founder, SAVVY Charging Technologies Robert Jones , Partner, B2B Connect (Moderator) Powered by World Future Energy Summit , the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.

December 22, 2025Episode 813 min

Advancing CCUS: Innovation and Market Viability

Carbon capture and storage is considered essential for its contribution to climate stabilisation. Its success hinges on investment into scalable CCS technologies, clear regulations, and greater commitment of the government and private industry. Often flagged for being too expensive, in this episode, we explore the latest advancements of CCS, efforts to scale its use, and discuss some of the projects that are underway. Speakers: Siddharth Jain , Field Development Manager, Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) Robert Jones , Partner, B2B Connect (Moderator) Powered by World Future Energy Summit , the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.