Upcoming events.
WiRE Toronto x IESO Control Room Tour
WiRE Toronto x IESO Control Room Tour
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). This tour offers a unique opportunity to visit the Viewing Gallery and learn how Ontario’s power grid is managed in real-time.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Please arrive by 12:45 PM for security processing)
Location & Directions: Attendees will receive the address and directions the day before the event.
Registration & Fees
Proceeds from this event go directly toward supporting WiRE Toronto activities and future programming.
Students: $15 CAD
Professionals: $25 CAD
Required Action Items
To comply with facility security protocols, please note:
RSVP & Info Deadline: Full names and company affiliations (for professionals) or academic institutions (for students) must be submitted by 4pm, Monday, January 19.
Photo ID: All attendees must bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Security will not permit entry without it.
On-Site Guidelines
Scent-Free Policy: The IESO is a scent-free facility. Please refrain from wearing perfumes, colognes, or strongly scented products.
Arrival: The tour begins at 1:00 pm. Please arrive 15 minutes early (12:45 pm) to be processed through security and escorted to the Viewing Gallery.
Refreshments: Light refreshments (coffee, tea, and fruit) will be provided.
Agenda Overview
The session will include a guided tour of the control room viewing area and a presentation on grid operations.
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WiRE Juniors Toronto Toy & Book Swap
🧸📚 WiRE Juniors Toronto Toy & Book Swap! 🚀
Refresh Your Shelves, Refresh Your Playtime!
Join WiRE Juniors Toronto for a fun, eco-friendly community event where outgrown treasures find new homes! Trade your gently used toys and books for new-to-you favorites, encourage reading, and participate in exciting STEM activities.
📅 Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
⏰ Time: 2 PM – 4 PM (Swap officially opens at 2:30 PM)
📍 Location: SUP Offices, 2239 Yonge St, Toronto, First Floor
🌈 Price: $5 / person
✨ What to Expect:
The Swap: Bring your clean, gently used toys and books to receive Swap Tickets (one ticket per item) that you can use to 'purchase' new items! Trade in a book and receive a book ticket, trade in a toy and receive a toy ticket. Book tickets can only be used to trade for books, toy tickets can be used to trade for either books or toys.
Fun & Games: Enjoy pre-swap activities like our Colouring Stations!
Welcome Speech: Hear from the WiRE Juniors Ambassadors, Rhea & Owais, and our generous partners, the Society of United Professionals (SUP) and Nexans.
Fuel Up: A delicious Pizza & Snack Break will be served.
How It Works:
Bring Items: Doors open at 2:00 PM for item drop-off. (Max of 6-7 items per child recommended).
Get Tickets: Receive one Swap Ticket for every quality item you donate. Books get book tickets, toys get toy tickets.
Start Swapping! The trading floor opens at 2:30 PM. (1 ticket = 1 item).
Embrace the principles of Reduce, Reuse, and Community!
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to declutter sustainably and find your child's next favorite book or toy!
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Solar Finance & Investment Europe 2026
Solar Finance & Investment Europe 2026
The Premier Event for Renewable Energy Leaders
Join us at the 13th annual Solar Finance & Investment Europe, taking place on February 3-4, 2026 in London. This event is the leading platform for investors, developers, policymakers, and industry leaders shaping the future of solar energy in Europe.
Why Attend?
Connect with senior leaders from Europe’s solar finance and development ecosystem.
Gain insights on market trends, investment strategies, and project deployment.
Build partnerships in London, the global hub for energy finance.
Access intelligence to inform investment decisions and long-term planning.
Key Themes
Investment & Capital Markets
Risk Management & Revenue Optimization
Technology Integration & Hybridization
Geopolitical & Supply Chain Resilience
Market Evolution & Strategic Positioning
Featured Speakers
Ross Driver (Foresight Group)
Lisa McDermott (ABN AMRO Bank N.V.)
Jens-Peter Zink (European Energy)
Sarah Lane (Denham Capital)
Mike O’Neill (Nala Renewables)
Isabel Rodriguez de Rivera (Nuveen Infrastructure)
And many more!
Don’t miss this opportunity to shape the future of solar energy investment in Europe.
Learn more and register here: https://financeeurope.solarenergyevents.com/
International Energy Week
International Energy Week
Growth and security in an increasingly disordered energy transition
10 - 12 February 2026
Energy Institute are offering WiRE subscribers 20% off the published price. Please use promo code IEWWIRE20 when booking to take advantage.
International Energy Week 2026 is the first major global energy event following COP30, where the world’s energy leaders gather to turn climate commitments into action. Backed by the Energy Institute and its 20,000-strong membership, International Energy Week offers a unique platform to tackle the most urgent challenges in energy: from grid resilience and supply chain risk, to financing the transition and scaling innovation.
About the event:
As global geopolitics grow increasingly volatile and energy demand surges to unprecedented levels, the path to net zero has never been more complex.
International Energy Week 2026 will explore the critical questions shaping the future of energy:
How will we meet soaring global demand while accelerating the transition to a low-carbon future?
How do we safeguard energy access and grid resilience amid geopolitical conflict and market disruption? What is being done to manage supply chain risk?
What role will policy and innovation play in unlocking new growth and stability? Are the current market mechanisms fit for purpose?
Do we have the skills, capabilities and talent to drive the energy transition? How can we ensure our sector best reflects the society it serves?
Amidst the challenges lie extraordinary opportunities. From emerging technologies to transformative partnerships, International Energy Week 2026 will spotlight the innovations and strategic shifts redefining the global energy landscape.
Join the world’s energy leaders as we chart a course through uncertainty toward a more secure, equitable, and sustainable energy future.
Attend to:
Engage with the most pressing challenges facing the global energy sector, exploring the complex issues around energy security amid a disorderly transition and rising demand.
Hear from world-renowned energy leaders and influential policymakers about key developments in the global energy industry, including the latest updates from COP 30.
Discover emerging technologies, transformative partnerships and strategic shifts that are reshaping the energy landscape, unlocking new growth opportunities.
Understand the scenarios facing the sector and equip their companies to navigate the future with resilience and confidence.
Connect with 800+ senior professionals and decision-makers from across the energy value chain to spark collaboration and unlock new opportunities.
Attend the prestigious International Energy Week Dinner and Awards Ceremony, honouring the most impactful ideas and innovations transforming the sector.
Start the year with the insights and connections needed to guide strategic planning for 2026, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.
More information/book your place
Speakers include:
Dr Fatih Birol HonFEI, Executive Director, International Energy Agency (IEA)
Wael Sawan, CEO, Shell
Catherine Macgregor, CEO, ENGIE
Melissa Stark FEI, Former Senior Advisor to Deputy Asst. Sec. Operations, Fossil Energy and Carbon Management, U.S Department of Energy
Andy Brown OBE FEI, Deputy Chair, Ørsted & President, Energy Institute
Her Excellency Dr Nawal Al-Hosany HonFEI, UAE’s Permanent Representative, International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Emma Pinchbeck FEI, CEO, Climate Change Committee
Dev Sanyal FEI, CEO, Varo
Olu Verheijen FEI, Special Adviser on Energy to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
Sayuri Watanabe, Co-Head Asia Pacific and Japan Representative, World Forum Offshore Wind
Fintan Slye FEI, CEO, NESO
Dhara Vyas FEI, CEO, Energy UK
Rebecca Williams, Deputy CEO, Global Wind Energy Council
Martin Pibworth, CEO, SSE
Sonia Dunlop, CEO, Global Solar Council
Bruce Douglas, CEO, Global Renewables Alliance
Eddie Rich, CEO, International Hydropower Association
Dr Anand Verma, Founder & CEO, Expect AI
International Energy Week Awards Dinner
Network with the biggest names in the energy industry at the International Energy Week Dinner, one of the largest social gatherings in the energy industry calendar. Every year, this sell-out event attracts high-profile guests from all over the world.
What’s more, is that the Energy Institute’s prestigious and long-standing International Energy Awards will also be held on the same night and included in your Dinner ticket.
Futures of Utilities Energy Transition Summit
Future of Utilities: Energy Transition Summit
(18-19 March 2026 | SugarFactory, Amsterdam)
Join us at Energy Transition Summit, where Europe's energy future gets planned, financed and built. This is the energy conference for renewable energy professionals, utilities leaders, project developers, and technology providers driving the clean energy transition.
Bringing together 1,600+ attendees from across Europe's energy ecosystem, the summit connects professionals working across solar, wind, energy storage, hydropower, biomethane, and hydrogen deployment.
"A great platform to connect with industry experts." - Chief Operations Officer, Essent
"Inspiring talks and amazing networking opportunities." - Head of Flexibility Product Management, Enel X
The Summit features 130+ speakers from major European energy companies including National Grid, Vattenfall, E.ON, ENGIE, Statkraft, RTE, and Shell. Key themes include renewable generation deployment and financing, grid integration and infrastructure challenges, energy storage and flexibility services, renewable gas development, offshore and onshore wind expansion, solar PV economics and policy frameworks, and securing investment for clean energy projects.
Sessions address practical challenges facing renewable energy professionals: navigating regulatory frameworks, optimizing project economics, securing grid connections, and scaling deployment across Europe's diverse markets.
Join Europe's renewable energy professionals shaping the continent's clean energy future.
2026 kWh Summit and EV & Charging Expo
Join the 2026 kWh Summit and EV & Charging Expo in Toronto
The one-day summit will connect utilities, regulators, policymakers, and technology providers to drive grid innovation and unlock the full potential of the electric vehicle transition. The summit will feature:
Showcases of latest technologies
Expert guidance on growing market
Policy and pilot project insights supporting decarbonization
Strategies to strengthen grid resiliency
Register online.
The two day expo will bring together more than 2,000 delegates from over 900 organizations to advance zero-emissions transportation, charging infrastructure and large-scale electrification.
100+ speakers delivering case studies and practical insights
Test drives of commercial-ready EVs
The Expo Hall with charging hardware, software and vehicle displays
Networking with industry leaders and qualified buyers
To learn more or to register, visit the EV & Charging Expo website.
WiRE Student Table at the OEN's December Luncheon
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 11:30 AM
The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
We are excited to announce that Annette Verschuren, Chair & CEO, NRStor Inc., will be the featured speaker at the December OEN Luncheon.
Before the luncheon commences, students and young professionals (less than 3 years work experience) will have the chance to network with seasoned professionals and industry leaders. During the luncheon, they will be seated at the WiRE student table.
This event is more than a simple networking opportunity; it's about igniting your career in the energy industry.
Secure your spot now, as seats are limited. Please note that WiRE reserves the right to prioritize spots for students who have not attended this event in the past. If you have any questions, please reach out to Haida Liu (hliu@womeninrenewableenergy.ca).
Powering BC's Clean Energy Future: From Investment to Implementation
Powering BC's Clean Energy Future: From Investment to Implementation
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion centered on the strategic and practical aspects of the energy transition within British Columbia. This event brings together leaders from finance, technology, and academia to explore how the province is navigating the shift toward a clean energy future.
What You'll Learn
Our expert panelists will delve into the unique challenges and opportunities of developing renewable projects in BC, considering factors like provincial regulations, a predominantly hydro-powered grid, and the crucial role of Indigenous partnerships.
Key Discussion Points
Investment and Finance: We'll discuss what makes a BC-based clean energy project attractive to investors and how financial strategies are evolving to meet the province's ambitious climate targets.
Operational Integration and Infrastructure: The panel will address the challenges of integrating new renewable energy sources into BC’s existing industrial grid and the importance of infrastructure development for unlocking new projects.
The Just Transition and Community Impact: This crucial topic will explore the social and ethical considerations needed to ensure the energy transition is equitable for all British Columbian communities.
Moderator
Tania Ontiveros: CFO of Revolve Renewable Power, Tania will guide the conversation by drawing on her extensive financial expertise to explore the business landscape of BC's energy market.
Meet the Speakers
Brittany Courvoisier-Nicol: Co-Founder and Head of Product at CRWN.ai. As a leader in clean technology, Brittany will offer insights into how real-time data and innovative solutions can enhance the resilience and efficiency of the province’s existing power grid and support the integration of new renewable energy sources.
Maria Fernanda Correa: An expert in impact investing. She will share insights on how climate-focused capital is being deployed in BC and the influence of partnerships with Indigenous communities on investment decisions.
Adetokunbo Alawode (Toks): With a background in asset management in the oil & gas and LNG sectors. Toks will provide a direct link to the province's energy sector, discussing the operational realities of integrating new energy projects into existing infrastructure.
Dominica Una: A BC-based professor and advocate for a "Just Transition." Dominica will offer a vital local perspective on policy, social equity, and how BC's policies are impacting communities.
Networking Opportunities
This is a great chance to network with industry leaders and like-minded professionals, with dedicated networking sessions before and after the panel discussion. Light refreshments will be served. You can also learn more about Women in Renewable Energy (WiRE). You'll have the opportunity to meet Tania Ontiveros, the WiRE BC Chapter Lead, and Dr. Dominica Una, the WiRE BC Conference Lead. They'll be available to chat and provide insights into WiRE's mission and upcoming initiatives.
Event Details
Venue: La Salle College
Date: November 26, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tickets: $15 Students | $30 professionals
REGISTER HERE
Africa Energy Expo
Africa Energy Expo is where the continent’s energy community comes together to shape a sustainable future. Returning to Kigali, Rwanda, the 2025 edition will convene policymakers, utilities, investors, innovators, and global partners to accelerate Africa’s transition to reliable, affordable, and clean energy.
With the support of the Ministry of Infrastructure – Rwanda, the event provides a unique platform to showcase technologies, unlock investments, and build transformative partnerships. Alongside the exhibition, attendees will benefit from the Africa Energy Leadership Summit, the Entrepreneurs Forum, curated matchmaking programmes, and immersive networking opportunities.
Africa Energy Expo at a glance:
2,500+ energy professionals
100 exhibitors across 6 product sectors
180+ VIPs and hosted buyers
50+ speakers | 30+ CPD sessions
120 countries represented
Register Now https://www.africa-energyexpo.com/en/home.html
From Idea to Impact: Pitching Workshop with Startup Founders
From Idea to Impact: Pitching Workshop from Startup Founders
When: November 24, 2025
Where: Centre of urban innovation, 44 Gerard Street East, Room 219
Cost: FREE!
A compelling pitch is a cornerstone of success. It’s the key to securing investment, winning support for your ideas, and advancing your career.
This event, presented by SWE in partnership with the TMU incubators and WiRE, offers a unique opportunity to learn this critical skill directly from the source. We are thrilled to host the startup founder and the mentor who will:
·Share their journeys from concept to company.
·Lead an interactive pitching workshop based on a case study.
·Provide direct feedback as you practice and refine your own pitch.
Join us to gain actionable pitching techniques, connect with SWE, WiRE, and TMU incubator zones, and be inspired by the forefront of sustainable technology and innovative science.
Here is a short read on pitching a business idea to get you started: https://online.hbs.edu/blog/post/how-to-pitch-a-business-idea
Who's Welcome: All Engineers, EITs, P.Geo's, professionals in engineering-related fields (yes, that includes you technicians, technologists, software folks, GIS gurus, etc!) and new grads are welcome. We welcome people of all genders and supporters of women in engineering fields. Bring your friends and make new ones!
