About 
the webinar

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Energy Systems Catapult is hosting this webinar to share new findings from our updated difference-in- differences analysis of the impact of our support on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Building on analysis carried out with SQW, we'll explore what the latest evidence tells us about the outcomes linked to our support, including how robust evaluation methods can help us assess the impact of innovation support programmes.

This webinar is for evaluation, impact, policy and innovation funding professionals. We'll look at whether targeted support helps SMEs grow, innovate and contribute to the wider energy transition.

Our speakers will also talk through the analytical approach and share the key findings.

When
September 30, 2026
Where
This event will held online.

What you'll learn

  • Learn how difference-in-differences methods apply in an innovation support context, including the specific approach used in this project

  • Hear the evidence on how our support affects SME outcomes

  • Understand the method's limitations, and the challenges with the available datasets

  • See why continued investment in energy innovation support matters.

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Our
Speakers

Sergei Plekhanov

Director, SQW

Sergei brings 15 years’ worth of experience in research and evaluation. He holds a PhD in Economics and specialises in statistical analysis and economic modelling, including Bayesian econometrics and Monte Carlo simulations. He has led similar statistical exercises for British Business Bank, Innovate UK, UKRI, Be the Business and others.

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Programme partners

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