Accredited Technical Masterclasses 11

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are playing an increasingly critical role in modern energy systems. However, delivering these projects successfully requires navigating a complex interplay of technical, commercial, and regulatory factors, particularly as global trends, policies, and delivery models continue to evolve.

In this 60-minute Accredited Technical Masterclass, our industry leaders will provide their experience-based insights to help decision-makers and practitioners understand the structured approaches available to optimise BESS development and delivery across a variety of workstreams. This course will cover the range of BESS technologies, use cases and revenue models available, key technical, commercial and policy inputs that shape development and contracting decisions, and demonstrate practical decision-making frameworks.

This masterclass is designed for professionals involved in utility-scale energy storage, including decision-makers and influencers across developers, utilities, Independent Power Producers (IPPs), investors, vendors, and contractors. It equips participants with practical tools to better evaluate and manage BESS projects that balance risk, performance, and value.

By attending this masterclass, you will be able to:

Describe the range of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) technologies, use cases, and commercial models.
Explain how technical, regulatory, commercial, and policy factors shape BESS project decisions.
Recognise how a structured framework can support decision-making in BESS projects.

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Don’t miss the chance to earn internationally recognised Continuing Education Units from the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). By completing a short quiz at the end of the class, you can earn 0.1 Continuing Education Unit.

This exclusive masterclass offers practical insights into Battery Energy Storage Systems to help you navigate this complex and rapidly shifting industry.

Claude Morris - Australian Sector Leader - BESS, GHD

Claude Morris is the Australian Sector Leader for BESS at GHD. He is a recognised industry specialist in this area, having worked on numerous standalone BESS and fossil fuel/renewables/battery hybrid systems for the past 15+ years. Claude has successfully delivered the integration of numerous stand-alone, and grid connected hybrid power systems, microgrids and utility-scale renewable and energy storage projects. He is experienced in the planning and modelling, contract development, designing, inspection and commissioning of generation and network assets for interconnected and islanded hybrid power systems. He has delivered projects across Australia, the Middle East, UK, North America, Asia-Pacific and Africa.

Claude is also an active contributor to industry standards and thought leadership, including conference presentations and roles on industry bodies.

Marie-France Gravelle - Canada Future Energy Leader, GHD

Marie-France Gravelle is a Principal at GHD and serves as the Canada Future Energy Leader, bringing over 24 years of experience in environmental engineering, energy systems, and project delivery. Her expertise spans waste-to-energy, renewable natural gas, hydrogen, and energy storage. She leads multidisciplinary teams across Canada to develop and deliver future energy solutions, including biogas upgrading, carbon intensity assessments, and system integration strategies. She has worked both in the public and private sectors, particularly focusing on regulatory compliance, permitting, and stakeholder engagement, critical components in the successful deployment of clean energy technologies.

Marie-France is known for her ability to bridge technical, regulatory, and commercial perspectives to support clients in navigating the complexities of energy transition.

Tej Gidda - Global Future Energy Leader, GHD

Dr. Tej Gidda is the Global Leader for Future Energy at GHD, where he leads the firm’s global strategy on energy transition and decarbonisation. With over two decades of experience in environmental engineering and clean energy systems, he is a recognised thought leader in the development of resilient, low-carbon infrastructure.

He has advised governments, utilities, and private sector clients on the integration of emerging technologies—including hydrogen, energy storage, and carbon management—into future-ready energy systems. His work includes strategic planning, regulatory engagement, and the design of innovative energy solutions.

Tej is a frequent speaker at international forums, including COP29, where he advocates for unified global carbon pricing and accelerated clean energy deployment.