Women in Renewable Energy: Financing the Energy Transition - Event

November 2025: Spencer Ogden hosted in partnership with WRISE (Women of Renewable Industries & Sustainable Energy), hosted Women in Renewable Energy: Financing the Energy Transition at the Sky Loft at 50 Hudson Yards, New York, bringing together women leaders and emerging voices from finance, sustainability, and energy.  

The event highlighted how innovation, capital, and talent are driving the global energy transition. 

Moderators: Georgia Nixon & Hayley Dalton 
Panellists: Zoe Berkery, Nimmi Kavasery, Asha Gandhi, Aman Bhathal 
Sponsors: Arevon, Generate, EnergyRE, Greenbacker 

Building Resilience in a Dynamic Industry 

Panellists emphasized that success in today’s energy market requires adaptability, operational excellence, and resilience. With global renewable investment projected to reach US$2.2 trillion in 2025 the ability to respond quickly to changing market conditions, regulatory shifts, and evolving technology adoption is critical. 

Companies that can rapidly scale operations, optimise capital deployment, and pivot in response to grid and policy dynamics are best positioned to lead the transition. 

“The key is who can keep up with the pace and adapt quickly.” – Asha 

Innovation at the Core of Transition Finance 

Our panel discussed emerging technologies and business models shaping the sector. Topics included enhanced thermal systems, data centre integration with renewables, and green hydrogen as scalable, repeatable solutions supported by long-term operational data. 

Global investment in energy is projected to reach US$3.3 trillion in 2025, with US$2.2 trillion directed toward clean technologies. Renewables now generate 34.2 % of global electricity, and in the UK, they reached a record 54.5 % in Q2 2025. 

“New business models are emerging every day, helping to build a more resilient energy infrastructure.” – Aman 

Critical Infrastructure: Data Centres Powering the Transition 

As the global energy system evolves, critical infrastructure such as data centres is increasingly central to the energy transition. Demand for digital services continues to grow, with data centres consuming an estimated 1-2 % of global electricity, a figure projected to rise as cloud computing, AI, and IoT expand. Panellists highlighted that aligning data centres with renewable energy sources and flexible grid solutions presents a dual opportunity: meeting growing power needs while reducing carbon intensity. 

Innovations such as on-site solar, battery storage, and demand-response management are enabling data centres to operate more sustainably, while collaborative projects linking data centres to nearby renewable generation can create more resilient, localised energy networks. These initiatives reflect broader trends identified in our Q3 market update, where integration between critical infrastructure and clean energy assets is accelerating. 

This intersection of technology, infrastructure, and renewables underscores the importance of operational excellence and adaptability. Companies that can scale green data infrastructure quickly and reliably are well-positioned to capture new market opportunities and support the broader energy transition.  

Empowering Women in Finance and Energy 

Career development was a central theme. Panellists highlighted the importance of mentorship, sponsorship, networking, and seizing opportunities. Spencer Ogden’s internal data reinforces the importance of inclusion: 55 % of the workforce are women, and 42 % identify as minority ethnic, demonstrating progress in developing a diverse leadership pipeline. 

“Don’t talk yourself out of a big opportunity - put your hand up and go for it.” – Georgia 

Optimism Anchored in Realism 

Despite sector challenges, the panellists shared confidence in the energy transition’s trajectory. New business models and innovations are creating resilient infrastructure and supporting sustainable growth. 

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Looking Ahead 

The Women in Renewable Energy event showcased the pivotal role women play in driving innovation, resilience, and financial leadership. By combining collaboration, forward-thinking strategies, and inclusive leadership, the energy transition can be accelerated, creating a more sustainable and resilient global energy infrastructure. 

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