December 2025

From 6–8 November 2025, the Global Sustainable Education & Leadership (G-SEL) Network brought together academics, policymakers, energy experts and changemakers at the University of East London — with a glittering awards dinner held at the House of Lords to close the event. The three-day programme blended practical workshops, technical sessions and high-level panels focused on “The Intersection of Innovation, Sustainability & Equity for Energy Access,” and delivered a clear message: equitable energy transition must be both technological and social. What the conference set out to do Organisers positioned G-SEL 2025 as a hub for cross-sector collaboration: to share research, showcase financing and policy tools, and accelerate partnerships that can expand sustainable energy access in the Global South. Programs across the three days included hands-on workshops, keynote lectures, technical presentations, and networking sessions intended to move conversations toward actionable outcomes. Standout moments and themes Notable speakers & hosts The programme featured a mix of local and international voices: university vice-chancellors, diplomats, UN and industry representatives, and high-profile moderators. Sessions were opened with remarks from local officials and led by academics from UEL and invited global experts. (For the full agenda and speaker list, the conference programme is available in the organisers’ published agenda.) House of Lords dinner — a memorable close Holding the Awards Night and dinner at the House of Lords gave the conference a uniquely ceremonial close. The setting underscored the policy and diplomatic dimension of sustainable energy debates — placing grassroots innovations and technical solutions in the same room as legislators and senior diplomats. The event mixed formal awards with opportunities for delegates to build cross-border partnerships over an elegant reception. Why G-SEL 2025 matters Takeaways for practitioners and delegates Where to find more The G-SEL Network’s site and event pages host the conference agenda, speaker bios and post-event materials for delegates and the wider public. For those who missed the sessions, the organisers have shared highlights and recordings across their channels.