Name
Firming the system: Storage, gas, market settings and next generation BESS configurations
Date & Time
Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 4:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Description

Higher levels of wind and solar generation are increasing the need for reliable firming solutions. Storage, flexible gas, pumped hydro and effective market design all play a role in maintaining reliability when renewable output dips. The session explores how next-generation batteries and evolving market settings can support a stable and secure electricity system.

Thank you to our session partner:

Speakers
Chairperson: Chloe Hicks, Chair, Electrification and Energy Systems Network, NSW Decarbonisation Hub
Panellist: Erin van Maanen, Executive GM Strategy & Commercial, Hydro Tasmania
Panellist: Nick Finch, Director, Engineering, Akaysha Energy
Panellist: Maia Schweizer, COO, Snowy Hydro
Panellist: Ross Sang, Regional Business Manager Energy Storage – ANZ, GE Vernova
Partner presenter: Alexander Danne, Head of Energy, Clayton Utz
Chloe Hicks Erin van Maanen Nick Finch Maia Schweizer Ross Sang Alexander Danne
Location Name
Darling Harbour Theatre