Conference Agenda
Explore the Delivering Net Zero conference agenda below.
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Morning
ARRIVALS
09.30
10.15
WELCOME
Kicking off the event, Hannah will provide a warm welcome, set the stage for the day's discussions, and share insights on the significance of this gathering for the ceramics industry.
Hannah Ault, Ceramics UK President
10.25
An update on key developments and progress seen in the UK ceramics industry and market over the last two decades; as well as current challenges and road ahead.
Lee Brownsword, Ceramics UK Associate Director
UK CERAMICS IN THE 21ST CENTURY
10.50
Our host Sepi, will provide an overview of the key themes and objectives of the event, setting the stage for the discussions ahead. This session will also include reflections on the opening remarks of the State of the Industry update, highlighting key takeaways and how they shape the day's agenda.
Sepi Golzari-Munro, Analyst, Writer & Broadcaster
2025 EVENT HOST
11.10
COFFEE BREAK
11.25
A deep dive into governmental strategies, policies, and initiatives that are shaping the future of the ceramics sector, featuring insights from key industry leaders.
Speaker TBC
GOVERNMENTAL PERSPECTIVE
11.50
COMMUNICATIONS & GREENWASHING
Malin Cunningham, We Are Hattrick Founder & Managing Director
Interest in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices is driving companies to be more active in communicating about their sustainability-related activities. This session will give insights into greenwashing and the regulatory landscape, exploring what companies need to do to promote transparency and make sustainability-related claims about themselves or their products.
12.10
ADDRESSING CHALLENGES THROUGH THE FOUNDATION INDUSTRIES SUSTAINABILITY CONSORTIUM
Richard Goodhead, Lucideon Chief Marketing Officer
A session on overcoming challenges in the Foundation Industries through sustainable processes, featuring real-world applications and innovative solutions.
12.30
LUNCH
Afternoon
13.50
An update on Ceramics UK’s cutting-edge hydrogen project and the role of hydrogen in helping drive decarbonisation across the sector.
Dr Andrew McDermott, Ceramics UK Deputy Chief Executive
HYDROGEN FIRING RESEARCH UPDATE
14.10
HYDROGEN FOR THE UK CERAMIC SECTOR
DISCUSSION PANEL
Clare Jackson, Hydrogen UK Chief Executive Officer
Chloe Tindale, Air Products Hydrogen Strategic Marketing Manager UKI
Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (Speaker TBC)
David Manley, Forterra Head of Sustainability
Industry experts take the stage for a dynamic discussion on hydrogen’s role in the ceramic industry, sharing perspectives on implementation, opportunities, and future directions.
14.55
COFFEE BREAK
15:15
Dave Dalton, British Glass Chief Executive Officer
GLASS INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE
A look at how the glass industry is navigating the path to net zero, offering lessons and strategies applicable to the ceramics sector.
15.35
An expert-led talk on the future of energy to 2050 and NESO’s role in energy, focusing on their impact on ceramics manufacturing and sustainability goals.
Jonathan Morris, NESO Insight Lead for the Future Energy Scenarios (FES)
ENERGY NETWORK DEVELOPMENTS
15.55
Sepi Golzari-Munro, Analyst, Writer & Broadcaster
FINAL ROUND-UP & KEY TAKEAWAYS
A summary of key discussions, major takeaways, and closing remarks to wrap up the event.
16.00
Mingle with industry professionals, exhibitors, and speakers over refreshments. A great opportunity for collaboration, business discussions, and forging new connections.
INDUSTRY NETWORKING RECEPTION
17.30
EVENT CLOSES
