Future of Utilities: Smart Energy 2026 is a two-day London conference focused on the digital changes reshaping the energy sector. It is part of Future of Utilities, which says it has brought utilities professionals together for more than 30 years through conferences, webinars, reports, roundtables and digital content.6 The event is scheduled for 2–3 November 2026 at Convene 133 Houndsditch.24
The conference is aimed at senior energy-sector decision-makers and practitioners. Organisers expect more than 1,100 attendees, including leaders from energy retailers, grid and network operators, generators, technology providers, regulators and investors.2 The programme features more than 100 speakers, with representatives from organisations including E.ON, Octopus Energy, NESO, Ofgem and UK Power Networks.29
Its central question is how AI, data and flexibility are changing the generation, trading, distribution and use of energy.1 Agenda themes include AI in grid operations, smart meters, data sharing, flexibility markets, energy trading, cybersecurity, digital twins and grid resilience.2 Sessions are complemented by interactive workshops on flexibility and data exchange, giving participants a chance to discuss practical challenges with peers.2 The event is in person, with two days of content across four stages and a virtual networking app included for attendees.11
The programme’s emphasis is on operational and market questions: how to use AI for forecasting and grid visibility, make energy data more interoperable, and expand flexibility in the power system.8 The available coverage and event listings describe the conference as a forum for industry discussion and networking; they do not provide independent media reporting on the event.10