All Energy Day 2025: Charge your potential

All Energy Day is a dynamic platform that unites academia, industry, and the vibrant minds eager to shape the energy transition. The theme, "Charge Your Potential" emphasises empowerment, innovation, and active engagement in the energy transition. The event aims to inspire the next generation to take a leading role in shaping a sustainable future by connecting them with industry, politics, and academia.

Key program highlights included:

Keynote speech from the Climate General
Tom Middendorp, famously known as "The Climate General," captivated the audience with his inspiring address on energy security. Drawing from his distinguished military career and his commitment to sustainable projects, he emphasised that while securing energy may seem straightforward, it requires bold thinking and practical steps. His core message, "Think big, act small, start somewhere," reminded participants that every action counts in our global energy transition.

Pitch competition for startups
Three promising sustainable startups had the chance to pitch their innovative ideas on stage. The competition not only offered a €5,000 cash prize along with a Market Readiness Program to the outstanding winner, LogiCarbon Solutions B.V., but also exemplified how innovative solutions — like LogiCarbon’s breakthrough in carbon movement — can meaningfully contribute to our net-zero ambitions.

TED talks and expert debates
The event featured TED-style talks that challenged conventional wisdom and norms. Notably, Ilse Gosliga addressed the role of women in leadership and the power of collaborative climate strategies. In a thought-provoking debate on carbon credits and the voluntary market, experts from NVDE, Regreener, Shell, and an independent journalist engaged in discussions that underscored the complexity and opportunity in sustainable finance.

Interactive workshops and show floor
Beyond presentations, the day was rich with practical engagement. Workshops allowed students to work side by side with company representatives in solving real-world challenges, while the show floor became a lively hub of networking and innovation demonstrations throughout the day.

Beyond presentations, the "Charge Your Potential" theme came alive as students connected with industry innovators through interactive workshops and spontaneous conversations at the showfloor. "The All Energy Day was a turning point; I got in touch with Statkraft, which led to a graduation internship," shared Berend Tideman, proving that these connections aren't just inspiring; they have the potential to be career-defining. 

By bringing together the bright minds of tomorrow with today's industry leaders, the event didn't just discuss the energy transition, it actively built the networks that will power it forward. Job Vlak, an MSc Applied Mathematics student, shared, "The event was a valuable opportunity to meet innovators in the energy sector. It opened my eyes to the role that is set out for us in contributing to the energy transition." 

At its core, All Energy Day is about human potential; celebrating individual contributions to a common goal. Whether through the inspiring messages of seasoned experts or interactive sessions that paired students with leading companies, the event reinforces the idea that everyone plays a part in driving the energy transition.

Looking ahead, the baton is being passed to a new group of dedicated organisers who will shape the forthcoming fifteenth edition. Their mission remains the same. To unite all key players in the energy transition and to ensure that the Netherlands continues to facilitate tomorrow’s energy and sustainability leaders.