02/02/2026

The Role of Batteries in the Energy Transition 

Electrification is inevitable, but it needs new thinking to succeed at scale. Batteries are at the heart of that shift. They make clean power available where and when it is needed, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and bring flexibility to an energy system under pressure. Supported by smarter control and clearer insight, batteries are moving from supporting actors to essential infrastructure. This session explores the bigger picture: how batteries are reshaping the way we generate, use, and value energy, and why they matter to the future of the transition.  

Discussion Points:   

What role do batteries play in shaping the future energy system?  

How do batteries change the way we think about reliability, flexibility, and power access?  

Why are batteries becoming central to decarbonisation, not just supportive technology?  

What does success look like for batteries in the next phase of the energy transition?  

How can industry accelerate adoption with confidence and clarity?