ENERGY & UTILITIES KEYNOTES & WORKSHOPS
Powering the Future of Energy & Utilities
Transforming energy and utility leaders into proactive visionaries capable of navigating disruption, harnessing sustainable innovation, and building resilient energy ecosystems.
Morris empowers energy and utility leaders with actionable, visionary insights to preempt shifts, seize emerging opportunities, and build resilient, future-proofed energy ecosystems.
SEE WHAT’S COMING, MAKE SENSE OF IT, & ACT DECISIVELY
Morris’s Proven Track Record in Energy and Utilities
The Energy and Utilities sector is at a crossroads. Decades of reliance on legacy infrastructure, centralised grids, and fossil fuels are giving way to a new era of decentralisation, renewable energy, and digital transformation. For over a century, we have been locked into fossil fuel dependency, with oil, gas, and coal dominating global energy supply for 120 years far longer than any energy cycle before it. Historically, energy transitions happen roughly every 70 years, but this time, deeply entrenched systems, political interests, and cultural inertia have made the shift more challenging.
ENERGY & UTILITIES KEYNOTE DESCRIPTION
Immediate Futures™: Powering the Future of Energy & Utilities
For years, Morris has championed this sector as not just an industry of necessity but one of boundless opportunity, where foresight and innovation can redefine how we generate, distribute, and consume energy.
While others focused on short-term fixes, Morris saw resilience and untapped potential. He spoke to leaders who were already experimenting with microgrids, blockchain for energy trading, and AI-driven demand response long before these technologies were mainstream. This renaissance in energy is not just about sustainability; it's about profitability, resilience, and future-readiness. Morris has shared these insights across global stages, media, and in private sessions, positioning energy as the next frontier of technological and sustainable transformation.
Morris bridges these complexities, drawing from over three decades of working alongside global energy providers, utility companies, regulators, and technology innovators. His foresight has informed transformative strategies for energy leaders and innovators alike, turning pressing challenges into clear competitive advantages. Through this keynote, he empowers energy and utility leaders with actionable, visionary insights to pre-empt shifts, seize emerging opportunities, and build resilient, future-proofed energy ecosystems.
Signals & Shifts:
contactless Decentralised Grids and Microgrids
contactless Blockchain for Energy Trading
contactless AI-Driven Demand Response
contactless Renewable Energy Dominance
contactless Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS)
ENERGY & UTILITIES INDUSTRY CHALLENGES
Pain Points & Tensions
cancel Navigating increasingly complex regulatory landscapes and global climate policies
cancel Shifting away from over a century of fossil fuel dependency requires massive investment
cancel Cybersecurity vulnerabilities
cancel Market volatility and energy pricing
cancel Skepticism of new technologies like nuclear fusion, hydrogen power, and blockchain-based energy trading
ENERGY & UTILITIES
Case Studies
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Schneider Electric
Connecting the Future with Schneider Electric
Smart Infrastructure and Digital Transformation
Schneider Electric engaged Morris Miselowski to deliver a Keynote at their Integrator Conference, focused on the emerging era of Connected Everything. The event brought together Schneider Electric’s leaders, partners, and integrators to explore how smart infrastructure, IoT, and digital transformation would redefine energy and utilities management across cities, buildings, and industrial sites.
Morris's keynote, titled Connected Everything, mapped the trajectory of smart grids, connected cities, and digital-first infrastructure, demonstrating how IoT, augmented reality, and blockchain would revolutionise energy distribution and consumption. He emphasised the role of integrators in building seamless connections between devices, systems, and the grid, making energy more efficient, resilient, and future-ready
The presentation sparked in-depth discussions about how Schneider Electric could lead in building self-regulating energy ecosystems, leveraging real-time data, predictive analytics, and cloud-based energy management to optimise operations. Feedback from event organisers highlighted how Morris's insights not only captured the audience’s attention but also provided practical strategies for navigating this massive industry transformation
Shift: From isolated energy systems to fully connected, data-driven energy ecosystems.
The result? Schneider Electric strengthened its strategic roadmap towards smart infrastructure, expanding its capabilities in IoT-driven energy solutions and integrator-based energy optimisation.
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Hilditch
Shaping the Future of Energy Transition with Hilditch
Global Foresight and Industry Transformation
Hilditch, a leading lubricant wholesaler with a global client base, engaged Morris Misel to deliver a Keynote at their International Industry Conference. This event brought together Hilditch's key clients and stakeholders from across Australia and international markets to explore the profound shifts in energy consumption, mobility, and sustainability expected over the next 40-50 years.
Morris's keynote mapped the trajectory of energy transitions, highlighting the slow but steady shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources. He presented a bold vision of connected mobility, where electric vehicles, hydrogen-powered transport, and smart logistics networks redefine fuel consumption patterns. He emphasised the role of smart grids and microgrids in decentralising energy generation, creating resilient energy ecosystems that could support global logistics and heavy industry.
Shift: From traditional lubricant distribution to future-focused, smart energy ecosystems.
The result? Hilditch began exploring strategic shifts in supply chain optimisation and smart lubricant distribution, reinforcing its role as a leader in energy foresight for transport and industrial applications.
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BP Australia
Building the Service Station of the Future with BP Australia
Strategic Foresight and Industry Transformation
BP Australia engaged Morris Miselowski to deliver a Keynote and participate in the BP Business Panel Session at the 2013 conference titled The Future in Store. This event brought together key leaders from BP's marketing, dealer, regional, and retail divisions to explore how the global energy giant could reinvent its service stations and retail operations to stay ahead of emerging energy trends and consumer expectations.
Morris's keynote addressed critical shifts in energy consumption, the rise of electric and autonomous vehicles, and the evolution of service station experiences. He presented a bold vision of service stations transforming into energy hubs, equipped with tap-and-go payments, mobile charging for electric vehicles, and blockchain-based energy trading. His insights pushed the audience to think beyond petrol and into the broader ecosystem of digital retailing and decentralised energy grids.
Following the keynote, Morris joined the Business Panel, where he fielded questions about the future of convenience retailing, the transition to smart energy solutions, and the global push towards sustainable fuel alternatives. His predictions around mobile payments, holographic displays, and on-site digital experiences resonated with BP's leadership, sparking discussions on how BP could pioneer these innovations at scale.
Shift: From traditional fuel stations to digital-first, multi-energy service hubs.
The result? BP Australia began exploring new models for contactless payments, electric vehicle infrastructure, and customer loyalty programs aimed at capturing the next generation of energy consumers.
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Caltex Australia
Reimagining Fuel Distribution with Caltex Australia
Strategic Foresight and Market Transformation
Caltex Australia engaged Morris Miselowski to deliver a Keynote at the Caltex National Distributor Association Conference held in Port Douglas under the theme See Change and Grow. This conference brought together Caltex's top leaders, resellers, marketers, and regional managers to explore how global energy shifts and emerging technologies would reshape the landscape of fuel distribution and retail.
Morris's keynote focused on global market trends, consumer energy behaviour, and the transformative potential of smart fuel distribution networks. He mapped out a future where service stations evolve into multi-energy hubs, seamlessly integrating electric vehicle charging, renewable energy storage, and tap-and-go digital payments. His vision extended to microgrids and blockchain-based energy trading, redefining how fuel is managed and distributed in both urban and rural settings.
During the keynote, Morris introduced concepts around connected cars, big data, and the Internet of Everything, explaining how these technologies would drive efficiency and transform the customer experience at Caltex's service stations. His foresight encouraged Caltex to consider digital-first fuel stations that not only served petrol but also supported battery charging, mobile transactions, and real-time energy management
Shift: From conventional fuel distribution to smart, connected energy hubs.
The result? Caltex began exploring next-generation digital payment systems, EV infrastructure integration, and blockchain-enabled peer-to-peer energy trading—positioning itself as a leader in smart energy distribution.
“Futurist Morris Misel captivated the audience by discussing AI, workforce evolution and tools that can enhance our everyday lives.”
Lisa Dowie, CEO
THE FUTURE OF ENERGY & UTILITIES
Opportunities Ahead
check_circle Grid modernisation and smart infrastructure
check_circle Advancements in battery technology and grid-level storage to stabilise renewable energy output
check_circle Distributed energy resource management (DERM)
check_circle Green hydrogen and fusion energy
check_circle Integrating AI and IoT to optimise energy usage in urban planning, driving sustainability and cost reduction
Then | Now | Next: Energy & Utilities
Discover the immediate future of energy and utilities, and take the decisive step towards becoming the foresight-driven industry leader your stakeholders demand.
Whether it’s a keynote that sparks change, a workshop that maps strategic futures, or advisory sessions that turn foresight into action, Morris partners with you to navigate the complexity of what’s next.
Then (2010)
How do we sustain fossil fuel dominance and manage grid dependency?
Now (2025)
How do we transition to decentralised grids, renewables, and smart energy solutions?
Next (2030)
What if energy was entirely self-sufficient, democratised, and locally produced?
Looking Back, Seeing Ahead.
For over three decades, Morris Misel has been at the forefront of the Energy and Utilities sector's evolution, consistently identifying the weak signals that lead to transformative shifts. His work with global energy providers, smart infrastructure leaders, and major wholesalers has helped these organisations see beyond short-term fixes and embrace long-term, foresight-driven strategies.
From early discussions on decentralised grids and microgrids to mapping the rise of digital-first service stations and smart lubricant distribution, Morris's insights have often arrived ahead of the curve.
His work has empowered companies like BP, Schneider Electric, Caltex, and Hilditch to anticipate change, seize new market opportunities, and stay resilient amid disruption.
Morris's approach goes beyond mere forecasting; it is about creating actionable roadmaps that allow energy leaders to thrive in an era defined by rapid technological advancement and environmental urgency.
YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW
Futurist Keynote Speaker Morris Misel
Morris Misel (Miselowski) is a global business futurist, keynote speaker, trusted media voice, and strategic advisor who has shaped the thinking of the world’s biggest organisations and brands to understand what tomorrow might look like – long before they experience it. Morris is known for making the future feel clear, actionable, and, most importantly, human. He has helped clients including ANZ, Microsoft, Visa, Make-A-Wish, Caltex, UBS, Call of Duty, BUPA, and BP become future-proof.
With more than 30 years of experience spanning 160+ industries, Morris has earned a worldwide reputation for his ability to decode the complexities of the future and translate them into tangible strategies that everyone in an organization can understand and implement. He’s regularly called on by journalists, broadcasters, and editors, including ABC, Mashable, CBS, Times of India, SBS, The Australian, Times Inc., The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, Sky News Business TV, The Herald Sun, and The Daily Telegraph, to explain what’s next and what to do about it.
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