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Green Horizons or Gridlocked: Challenges & Opportunities in Europe’s Energy Transition
London, United Kingdom 27 January, 2026Europe’s ambitious drive towards a secure, sustainable energy future is beginning to face headwinds, as bold decarbonisation targets now encounter challenges from geopolitical volatility and grid infrastructure constraints to evolving policies. These are critical times that will shape Europe’s trajectory as a global leader in clean energy.
Join Cambridge Associates, leading experts, and investors for an insightful discussion on Europe’s energy transition, and explore opportunities to drive progress, mitigate risks, and capitalize on the shifting landscape of infrastructure and regulation.
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Meet the Speakers
Kingsmill Bond
Energy Strategist, Ember
Simon Hallett
Head of Climate Strategy
Cambridge Associates
Jan Lozek
CEO, Managing Partner and Founder, Future Energy Ventures
Marcia Poletti
Head of European System Change, Octopus Energy
Nick Rees
Partner, Private Client Practice
Cambridge Associates
Massimo Resta
Partner, Zouk Capital
Cecilia Tam
Head of Energy Investment Unit, International Energy Agency
David Vickers
Chief Investment Officer, Windmill Hill Asset Management
Contact Us
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Agenda
Tuesday, 27 January
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Registration
2:00 pm - 2:15 pm
Welcome Remarks
Nick Rees, Partner, Private Client Practice, Cambridge Associates
2:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Europe's Electrotech Revolution
Join us for an engaging fireside chat exploring Europe’s energy transition. This insightful discussion will examine the region’s progress, challenges, and pivotal lessons learned, while highlighting the investment opportunities and policy changes required to transform vision into action.
Kingsmill Bond, Energy Strategist, Ember
Led by Simon Hallett, Head of Climate Strategy, Cambridge Associates
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Coffee Break
3:30 pm - 4:20 pm
Charging Ahead: Industry Perspectives on What’s Next
Hear from a dynamic cross-sector panel of industry leaders as they explore actionable investment opportunities, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments shaping the future of energy.
Jan Lozek, CEO, Managing Partner and Founder, Future Energy Ventures
Marcia Poletti, Head of European System Change, Octopus Energy
Massimo Resta, Partner, Zouk Capital
Cecilia Tam, Head of Energy Investment Unit, International Energy Agency
Moderated by David Vickers, Chief Investment Officer, Windmill Hill Asset Management
4:20 pm - 4:30 pm
Closing Remarks
Nick Rees, Partner, Private Client Practice, Cambridge Associates
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Networking Reception
Green Horizons or Gridlocked: Challenges & Opportunities in Europe’s Energy Transition
London, United Kingdom 27 January, 2026 Register