About this Event
The YEP Forum and Jacobs are delighted to invite you to our upcoming event in Manchester, bringing together early-career professionals and industry experts to explore innovation in the energy industry and its role in the energy transition. The event will challenge established ways of working, reframing innovation not as a buzzword but as something young energy professionals can create real change through smarter, braver approaches to their work.
What to expect
This event will bring together thought-provoking insights from Jacobs subject matter experts on innovation across the energy industry, followed by an interactive hackathon focused on applying ideas to address real and ongoing challenges within the energy transition.
Speaker Sessions
- Iliana Malantra: Senior Associate Director in Transmission and Distribution
- Chris Boden: Senior Associate Director in Future Energy and Power Systems
Panel Discussion
A short panel introduction featuring career and project insights from:
- Amer Obeid – Renewable Energy Generation Specialist
- Geev Mokryani - Power Systems Engineering Specialist
- Ellie Bibby – Early Career Energy Consultant
Following the presentations, attendees will take part in a hackathon, where groups guided by our expert presenters and panellists will be tasked with discussing solutions to key innovation and energy-transition challenges.
The evening will conclude with informal networking over food and refreshments.
This event offers a valuable opportunity to broaden your understanding of innovation in the energy sector, engage with industry experts and like-minded peers, and explore key challenges in the energy transition from a multi-disciplinary perspective.
Registration
Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first served basis, so book today to secure your place!
Important Information
18+ only
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Jacobs Office - Manchester, 9 Brazennose Street, Manchester, United Kingdom
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