Ara Ake and Hydrogen Council joins forces for the Hydrogen Speaker Series
The Hydrogen Speaker Series will be held in New Plymouth on 12 June, and will bring together leading industry voices to discuss how hydrogen can strengthen New Zealand’s energy independence.
The Hydrogen Council and Ara Ake invite you to the Q2 Hydrogen Speaker Series in New Plymouth, bringing together leading industry voices to discuss how hydrogen can strengthen New Zealand’s energy independence and long-term resilience.
The event will explore what role domestic gas from Taranaki can realistically play, the evolving role of hydrogen now and into the future, the practical realities of LNG imports, and how we can reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels while strengthening critical energy infrastructure. The focus will be on how we enable a more resilient, low-emissions and affordable energy future for New Zealand.
Entry is from 7:45am, with a light breakfast and coffee available from 8:00am. The formal programme begins at 8:30 a.m. with a welcome from Hydrogen Council CEO Dr. Linda Wright, followed by an introduction to our leading industry speakers. The morning concludes with a facilitated Q&A session, giving attendees the opportunity to engage directly with speakers, followed by time for networking, with the event concluding at 10:30am.
- What: Q2 : Hydrogen Speaker Series : Energy Security & Resilience
- When: 8:00 - 10.30 a.m. - Friday 12 June 2026 (entry from 7.45am)
- Where: Novotel New Plymouth, Waitangi Room L1, cnr of Hobson and Leach Street, New Plymouth 4312
The speakers are:
- Hon. Shane Jones: Minister for Oceans & Fisheries, Regional Development, Resources, Associate Minister of Finance & for Energy (online)
- Dr. Linda Wright: Chief Executive Officer, New Zealand Hydrogen Council
- Paul Goodeve, Chief Executive Officer
- John Clarke, Executive General Manager Future Grid, Transpower
- Peter Kell, Chief Operating Officer (NZ), Obayashi Corporation
- Andrew Clennett, Chief Executive Officer, Hiringa Energy
Tickets: This event is open to New Zealand Hydrogen Council Members, (at a discounted rate) and Non-Members.
- New Zealand Hydrogen Council Member $50 + GST
- Non Member $75 + GST
Register now to attend.