Discussions throughout the day will explore national resilience, the cost of net zero, green investment, defence and energy security, plus where the UK should invest to secure its future. You can also hear directly from those in government about Andy Burnham’s energy strategy.

Joining the summit will be:

• Michael Shanks MP, Minister of State in the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
• Bill Esterson MP, Chair of the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee
• Andrew Bowie MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero
• Oliver Holbourn, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, The National Wealth Fund

Olivia Powis, CEO, will speak on the panel “From Ambition to Action: What Gets Energy Built?”. 

See full programme here: The Spectator’s Energy Summit 2026 | Spectator Events