David Ferguson, the Head of Net Zero Innovation at EDF United Kingdom, is working towards finding viable solutions to the climate change crisis. Having begun his association with EDF in 2004, David has worked with the organisation in several roles over the years. A Fellow at the RSA, David is now available to hire at a wide range of events where he speaks on topics like artificial intelligence, innovation, technology and innovation and EDF energy.
David classifies his career so far into two chapters. The first, during which he worked as the Head of Sustainability at EDF Energy UK and Chargé de Mission of Sustainability Development Policy and Governance at EDF France. It was also during this chapter that his work focused on sustainability, climate change strategy development, and action plan development and delivery. Owing to his work at EDF France, the company was initiated into the FTSE4Good Index Series, which is a collection of socially responsible or ESG stock indexes.
The second chapter of David’s career involves his move to China as the Head of Digital Innovation for EDF China. Within three years, David set up research in quantum machine learning, built several AI tools, built EDF’s first mobile payment system, and explored emerging technologies. Before this, he also worked in many capacities such as Head of Digital Innovation, Digital Innovation Manger, Business Development and Collaboration Principal and OSC Review Consultant at EDF Energy UK. David has also been a non-executive Director for Exeter Science Park.
With a BSc in Environmental Geosciences from the University of Sheffield and MSc in Business and the Environment from Imperial College London, David has also served as a visiting lecturer at some notable universities. The Advisory Board Member at the All-Parliamentary Group on AI, David is well-versed with the ins and outs of the environment, sustainability, and business development. Having spent his entire career holding key roles, his knowledge and experience prove invaluable. Now available to hire as a speaker, David speaks on topics like sustainability, climate change, artificial intelligence, digital disruption and technology, with authority. An excellent speaker, keen on educating his audience, David Ferguson will enrich your next event. Hire him today!
