His Excellency
Suhail Mohamed Faraj Al Mazrouei
Minister of Energy and Infrastructure
United Arab Emirates
The ADIPEC 2023 Strategic Programme will provide critical knowledge and insights on the solutions for change and transformational progress across the energy ecosystem. It will showcase how the industry is coming together to address and solve some of its biggest challenges and help shape the future of energy.
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10:00
ICC Hall
02 October
10:00 - 12:00
2 hr 0 Mins
2 hr
By invitation only.
Achieving mid-century net zero emissions requires extensive commitments and policy initiatives by governments. It also requires a holistic approach that brings together energy producer, major emitters, and policy-makers.
Only with innovative new policies and an inclusive approach can the world urgently accelerate the energy transition in an orderly, just and equitable way that secures energy supply and meets emissions goals. All governments across the world will need to deploy more groundbreaking policies to promote innovations, drive collaboration and investments needed to facilitate the commitment to a low carbon future by holding back emissions and not economic progress. They also need to have an honest conversation about what it will take to deliver a responsible and just transition where no one is left behind.
His Excellency
Suhail Mohamed Faraj Al Mazrouei
Minister of Energy and Infrastructure
United Arab Emirates
Monday 02 October 2023
10:00 - 12:00
2 hr
Session Location: ICC Hall
By invitation only.
Achieving mid-century net zero emissions requires extensive commitments and policy initiatives by governments. It also requires a holistic approach that brings together energy producer, major emitters, and policy-makers.
Only with innovative new policies and an inclusive approach can the world urgently accelerate the energy transition in an orderly, just and equitable way that secures energy supply and meets emissions goals. All governments across the world will need to deploy more groundbreaking policies to promote innovations, drive collaboration and investments needed to facilitate the commitment to a low carbon future by holding back emissions and not economic progress. They also need to have an honest conversation about what it will take to deliver a responsible and just transition where no one is left behind.
His Excellency
Suhail Mohamed Faraj Al Mazrouei
Minister of Energy and Infrastructure
United Arab Emirates
12:15
ICC Hall
02 October
12:15 - 13:00
0 hr 45 Mins
Ministerial Panel
Energy security remains a global concern; global trading patterns have changed; and a different supply map is emerging with new bilateral agreements in place whilst governments are dealing with the issues of security and sustainability. Events in Europe will leave their mark for decades to come, with the US supplying energy to Europe, and Russia re-routing its supplies to the East. Without a doubt, we are witnessing a major energy market transformation and the beginnings of a new energy system, with the acceleration of policies, such as the US’ Inflation Reduction Act and Europe’s Green Deal.
Attendee insights:
Global leaders will discuss the transformation of the energy system, policies and strategies that are changing how the world produces and uses energy and how to manage the intricacies of the energy crunch vs. energy transition. Discussions will also focus on how the energy supply map is shifting and the resilience of the global energy system.
Monday 02 October 2023
12:15 - 13:00
Ministerial Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
Energy security remains a global concern; global trading patterns have changed; and a different supply map is emerging with new bilateral agreements in place whilst governments are dealing with the issues of security and sustainability. Events in Europe will leave their mark for decades to come, with the US supplying energy to Europe, and Russia re-routing its supplies to the East. Without a doubt, we are witnessing a major energy market transformation and the beginnings of a new energy system, with the acceleration of policies, such as the US’ Inflation Reduction Act and Europe’s Green Deal.
Attendee insights:
Global leaders will discuss the transformation of the energy system, policies and strategies that are changing how the world produces and uses energy and how to manage the intricacies of the energy crunch vs. energy transition. Discussions will also focus on how the energy supply map is shifting and the resilience of the global energy system.
13:00
ICC Hall
02 October
13:00 - 14:00
1 hr 0 Mins
Strategic Panel
A net-zero world will see multiple energy sources being integrated, at the same time as the emergence of global markets in Asia and the Middle East. Creating a cost-competitive portfolio will require a multitude of strategies and creative solutions, where major companies must prepare to meet investor and consumer expectations and deliver net-zero pledges. Companies will also need to create resilient workforces as well as secure the finance and investment needed to build successful new operating models. As the industry moves from net-zero pledges to decisive actions, what does it need to do to ensure sustainable, secure and affordable energy, while continuing to create shareholder value?
Attendee insights:
Hear first-hand from energy leaders on the solutions required to mitigate challenges around the energy trilemma, whilst meeting Paris Agreement goals.
Monday 02 October 2023
13:00 - 14:00
Strategic Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
A net-zero world will see multiple energy sources being integrated, at the same time as the emergence of global markets in Asia and the Middle East. Creating a cost-competitive portfolio will require a multitude of strategies and creative solutions, where major companies must prepare to meet investor and consumer expectations and deliver net-zero pledges. Companies will also need to create resilient workforces as well as secure the finance and investment needed to build successful new operating models. As the industry moves from net-zero pledges to decisive actions, what does it need to do to ensure sustainable, secure and affordable energy, while continuing to create shareholder value?
Attendee insights:
Hear first-hand from energy leaders on the solutions required to mitigate challenges around the energy trilemma, whilst meeting Paris Agreement goals.
14:00
Conference Hall B
02 October
14:00 - 14:25
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
With external geopolitical factors impacting the global energy landscape, a greater focus on stability and security of supply is needed by OPEC and OPEC+ countries, which control 80.4% of the world’s proven oil reserves. In this Energy Talk, His Excellency Suhail Mohamed AI Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, United Arab Emirates, will discuss the energy market’s future stability, the role of OPEC and OPEC+ in securing energy supply for the year ahead, and how the UAE’s future energy markets are evolving.
His Excellency
Suhail Mohamed Faraj Al Mazrouei
Minister of Energy and Infrastructure
United Arab Emirates
Monday 02 October 2023
14:00 - 14:25
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
With external geopolitical factors impacting the global energy landscape, a greater focus on stability and security of supply is needed by OPEC and OPEC+ countries, which control 80.4% of the world’s proven oil reserves. In this Energy Talk, His Excellency Suhail Mohamed AI Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, United Arab Emirates, will discuss the energy market’s future stability, the role of OPEC and OPEC+ in securing energy supply for the year ahead, and how the UAE’s future energy markets are evolving.
His Excellency
Suhail Mohamed Faraj Al Mazrouei
Minister of Energy and Infrastructure
United Arab Emirates
14:00
ICC Hall
02 October
14:00 - 15:00
1 hr 0 Mins
Strategic Panel
With pressures to decarbonise, amplified market volatility, rising inflation and evolving regulatory policies, business resilience continues to be tested. In order to build robust business models for the net zero journey, companies must anticipate future opportunities as well as redesign their operations to build greater competitive advantage while advancing a just and equitable transition. These new business and operating models must incorporate technological advances, skills evolution and new asset portfolio choices that will equip them for future success in a decarbonised world.
Attendee insights:
Global CEOs will share insights into their business strategies and how they are reinventing their operating models to become more resilient amidst volatile market conditions and the need to meet common net-zero objectives.
Monday 02 October 2023
14:00 - 15:00
Strategic Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
With pressures to decarbonise, amplified market volatility, rising inflation and evolving regulatory policies, business resilience continues to be tested. In order to build robust business models for the net zero journey, companies must anticipate future opportunities as well as redesign their operations to build greater competitive advantage while advancing a just and equitable transition. These new business and operating models must incorporate technological advances, skills evolution and new asset portfolio choices that will equip them for future success in a decarbonised world.
Attendee insights:
Global CEOs will share insights into their business strategies and how they are reinventing their operating models to become more resilient amidst volatile market conditions and the need to meet common net-zero objectives.
14:25
Conference Hall B
02 October
14:25 - 14:50
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
In October 2022, Saudi Aramco launched a $1.5 billion fund designed to support an inclusive and realistic energy transition, with an ambition to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions across its own assets and operations by 2050. The Saudi Aramco vision is to tackle the increasing energy demands of a growing global population with parallel investment efforts in both alternative and conventional resources, as well as advanced technology solutions, balancing the goals of transition with the necessities of immediate and mid-term energy security. In this Energy Talk, Ashraf Al Ghazzawi, EVP, Strategy & Corporate Development of the world’s largest energy company will discuss his own commitment to leverage Saudi Aramco’s vast resources and capabilities towards evolving the global transition plan, by fostering constructive industry wide collaboration to build a lower carbon economy.infrastructure and clean energy solutions. Simultaneously, as part of OPEC, the Kingdom continues to play its role in a balanced energy market.
Monday 02 October 2023
14:25 - 14:50
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
In October 2022, Saudi Aramco launched a $1.5 billion fund designed to support an inclusive and realistic energy transition, with an ambition to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions across its own assets and operations by 2050. The Saudi Aramco vision is to tackle the increasing energy demands of a growing global population with parallel investment efforts in both alternative and conventional resources, as well as advanced technology solutions, balancing the goals of transition with the necessities of immediate and mid-term energy security. In this Energy Talk, Ashraf Al Ghazzawi, EVP, Strategy & Corporate Development of the world’s largest energy company will discuss his own commitment to leverage Saudi Aramco’s vast resources and capabilities towards evolving the global transition plan, by fostering constructive industry wide collaboration to build a lower carbon economy.infrastructure and clean energy solutions. Simultaneously, as part of OPEC, the Kingdom continues to play its role in a balanced energy market.
14:50
Conference Hall B
02 October
14:50 - 15:15
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
The geopolitical events of 2022 crystalised the importance of addressing energy security, transition and affordability collectively. As memberships to international institutions and groups become increasingly fluid, a coherent strategy is required to galvanise a unified approach to achieving Paris climate goals. In this Energy Talk, renowned physicist and former Energy Secretary Dr Ernest Moniz will draw on his extensive experience bridging both politics and science to set out his vision for renewed global cooperation on climate goals.
Monday 02 October 2023
14:50 - 15:15
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
The geopolitical events of 2022 crystalised the importance of addressing energy security, transition and affordability collectively. As memberships to international institutions and groups become increasingly fluid, a coherent strategy is required to galvanise a unified approach to achieving Paris climate goals. In this Energy Talk, renowned physicist and former Energy Secretary Dr Ernest Moniz will draw on his extensive experience bridging both politics and science to set out his vision for renewed global cooperation on climate goals.
15:00
ICC Hall
02 October
15:00 - 16:00
1 hr 0 Mins
Strategic Panel
If energy companies are to meet the need for more energy with lower carbon emissions and navigate through constant market volatility, a transformation of the industry’s upstream operations are required. New investment, technology and optimisation of operations can help solve some of the biggest challenges to thriving in the near-term, and create bold change for future success. Technologies such as electrification, CCUS, emissions detection and management and other climate technology solutions can support companies in accelerating their lower-carbon strategies and creating new market opportunities for growth.
Attendee insights:
Understand how upstream businesses are balancing their portfolios to meet net-zero targets and what strategies are being developed to help them achieve this, including solving the emissions challenge.
Monday 02 October 2023
15:00 - 16:00
Strategic Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
If energy companies are to meet the need for more energy with lower carbon emissions and navigate through constant market volatility, a transformation of the industry’s upstream operations are required. New investment, technology and optimisation of operations can help solve some of the biggest challenges to thriving in the near-term, and create bold change for future success. Technologies such as electrification, CCUS, emissions detection and management and other climate technology solutions can support companies in accelerating their lower-carbon strategies and creating new market opportunities for growth.
Attendee insights:
Understand how upstream businesses are balancing their portfolios to meet net-zero targets and what strategies are being developed to help them achieve this, including solving the emissions challenge.
15:15
Conference Hall B
02 October
15:15 - 15:40
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
Europe continues to deal with the challenges of gas and LNG supply security whilst simultaneously implementing green policies to diversify energy sources towards a cleaner and faster energy transition. IECs and major exporting countries have an opportunity to supply vast quantities of gas and LNG to Europe with TotalEnergies the second largest private global LNG player and which continues to invest in new assets to explore these resources. Patrick Pouyanné, the Chairman and CEO of TotalEnergies, will discuss TotalEnergies’ strategies and expansion plans, the commitments of net-zero and energy supply, and major opportunities in today’s gas and LNG markets.
Monday 02 October 2023
15:15 - 15:40
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
Europe continues to deal with the challenges of gas and LNG supply security whilst simultaneously implementing green policies to diversify energy sources towards a cleaner and faster energy transition. IECs and major exporting countries have an opportunity to supply vast quantities of gas and LNG to Europe with TotalEnergies the second largest private global LNG player and which continues to invest in new assets to explore these resources. Patrick Pouyanné, the Chairman and CEO of TotalEnergies, will discuss TotalEnergies’ strategies and expansion plans, the commitments of net-zero and energy supply, and major opportunities in today’s gas and LNG markets.
15:40
Conference Hall B
02 October
15:40 - 16:05
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
The terms poly-crisis and de-globalisation have come to define the geo-political landscape in 2023. The poly-crisis refers to the simultaneous challenges of global inflation, soaring energy costs, geopolitical events in Europe, the refugee crisis, food insecurity and the climate crisis. At the same time deglobalisation, can be interpreted as a response to the poly-crisis as governments around the world become more focused on their own security and self-reliance. In his Energy Talk, Hadi Hallouche, Chief Executive of Puma Energy will explore the risks and opportunities presented by these combined trends on emerging markets.
Anchor & Correspondent
Monday 02 October 2023
15:40 - 16:05
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
The terms poly-crisis and de-globalisation have come to define the geo-political landscape in 2023. The poly-crisis refers to the simultaneous challenges of global inflation, soaring energy costs, geopolitical events in Europe, the refugee crisis, food insecurity and the climate crisis. At the same time deglobalisation, can be interpreted as a response to the poly-crisis as governments around the world become more focused on their own security and self-reliance. In his Energy Talk, Hadi Hallouche, Chief Executive of Puma Energy will explore the risks and opportunities presented by these combined trends on emerging markets.
Anchor & Correspondent
16:00
ICC Hall
02 October
16:00 - 17:00
1 hr 0 Mins
Strategic Panel
With public and investor concerns over how the energy industry is reducing emissions and setting goals for net-zero targets, coupled with the full decarbonisation of value chains and immediate reduction of Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, the downstream industry is faced with challenges that cannot be overlooked in the short or long-term. Electrification, improving energy efficiency and developing CCUS can help mitigate some of these issues and investments are being made to incorporate this, but a long road ahead remains until full emissions mitigation is completed. Is collaboration and integration with industry and upstream the key to faster decarbonisation of petrochemicals and refinery operations and how will these new partnerships impact investments in products, margin optimisation and meeting customer demand?
Attendee insights:
Understand how the downstream industry is strategising to decarbonise operations, the importance of downstream in addressing value chain decarbonisation and the ongoing product / market volatility vs. investment needs.
Member of the Board & VP, Digital Technologies, Investments and Knowledge Management
Braskem
Monday 02 October 2023
16:00 - 17:00
Strategic Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
With public and investor concerns over how the energy industry is reducing emissions and setting goals for net-zero targets, coupled with the full decarbonisation of value chains and immediate reduction of Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, the downstream industry is faced with challenges that cannot be overlooked in the short or long-term. Electrification, improving energy efficiency and developing CCUS can help mitigate some of these issues and investments are being made to incorporate this, but a long road ahead remains until full emissions mitigation is completed. Is collaboration and integration with industry and upstream the key to faster decarbonisation of petrochemicals and refinery operations and how will these new partnerships impact investments in products, margin optimisation and meeting customer demand?
Attendee insights:
Understand how the downstream industry is strategising to decarbonise operations, the importance of downstream in addressing value chain decarbonisation and the ongoing product / market volatility vs. investment needs.
Member of the Board & VP, Digital Technologies, Investments and Knowledge Management
Braskem
16:05
Conference Hall B
02 October
16:05 - 16:30
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
Accurate tracking and measurement of emissions has emerged as a defining factor in establishing a credible strategy for effective decarbonisation. As a multi-faceted, multi-sectoral technology company with operations in hard to abate sectors including transportation and manufacturing, Siemens faces unique challenges in the effective measurement of emissions. Despite this, the organisation has achieved A-rating for its climate credentials from CDP Global. In this Energy Talk, Dr Roland Busch, CEO of Siemens AG, will reflect on the organisation’s journey to transform itself into a model of sustainability and green innovation through strategic vision, collaborative partnerships, effective investment strategies and organisational transformation. He will share the challenges faced on the journey so far, how technology can help companies reduce emissions, and how to accelerate decarbonisation efforts in its own, and its customers, operations.
Monday 02 October 2023
16:05 - 16:30
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
Accurate tracking and measurement of emissions has emerged as a defining factor in establishing a credible strategy for effective decarbonisation. As a multi-faceted, multi-sectoral technology company with operations in hard to abate sectors including transportation and manufacturing, Siemens faces unique challenges in the effective measurement of emissions. Despite this, the organisation has achieved A-rating for its climate credentials from CDP Global. In this Energy Talk, Dr Roland Busch, CEO of Siemens AG, will reflect on the organisation’s journey to transform itself into a model of sustainability and green innovation through strategic vision, collaborative partnerships, effective investment strategies and organisational transformation. He will share the challenges faced on the journey so far, how technology can help companies reduce emissions, and how to accelerate decarbonisation efforts in its own, and its customers, operations.
09:35
Conference Hall B
03 October
09:35 - 10:00
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
Water and energy are inextricably linked. The production of thermal energy requires significant volumes of water for cooling and for steam turbines. Similarly, the production of potable water in the UAE and other water-constrained Gulf nations is an energy-intensive process. This intricate interplay requires sustainable practices and innovative solutions that can minimise the energy industry’s water footprint, while lowering the water sector’s energy intensity.
Attendee insights:
In this Energy Talk Jasim Thabet, CEO of TAQA will share discuss TAQA’s decarbonisation journey and share his vision for TAQA’s future as a core partner in decarbonisation to a transformed energy sector.
Anchor & Correspondent
Tuesday 03 October 2023
09:35 - 10:00
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
Water and energy are inextricably linked. The production of thermal energy requires significant volumes of water for cooling and for steam turbines. Similarly, the production of potable water in the UAE and other water-constrained Gulf nations is an energy-intensive process. This intricate interplay requires sustainable practices and innovative solutions that can minimise the energy industry’s water footprint, while lowering the water sector’s energy intensity.
Attendee insights:
In this Energy Talk Jasim Thabet, CEO of TAQA will share discuss TAQA’s decarbonisation journey and share his vision for TAQA’s future as a core partner in decarbonisation to a transformed energy sector.
Anchor & Correspondent
10:00
ICC Hall
03 October
10:00 - 11:00
1 hr 0 Mins
Ministerial Panel
COP28 will be pivotal in advancing the global climate dialogue, providing a call to action to all sectors to act together, create partnerships, and find clear and viable solutions to tackle climate change. Global energy leaders will have to balance the challenges of achieving net-zero targets by 2050 with the need for short-term energy security and affordability, highlighting the growing importance of the Global South in a more equitable and just transition. This ambition must now accommodate the challenges of recent months to the existing energy system.
Attendee insights:
A must-attend session to understand the critical role of the oil and gas industry in the energy
transition, the progress of the global stocktake, and how the energy system can influence the debate
around commercially viable climate solutions.
His Excellency
Dr. Abdirizak Omar Mohamed
Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources
Federal Government of Somalia
Deputy Minister, General Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy
Senegal
Tuesday 03 October 2023
10:00 - 11:00
Ministerial Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
COP28 will be pivotal in advancing the global climate dialogue, providing a call to action to all sectors to act together, create partnerships, and find clear and viable solutions to tackle climate change. Global energy leaders will have to balance the challenges of achieving net-zero targets by 2050 with the need for short-term energy security and affordability, highlighting the growing importance of the Global South in a more equitable and just transition. This ambition must now accommodate the challenges of recent months to the existing energy system.
Attendee insights:
A must-attend session to understand the critical role of the oil and gas industry in the energy
transition, the progress of the global stocktake, and how the energy system can influence the debate
around commercially viable climate solutions.
His Excellency
Dr. Abdirizak Omar Mohamed
Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources
Federal Government of Somalia
Deputy Minister, General Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy
Senegal
10:00
Conference Hall B
03 October
10:00 - 10:45
0 hr 45 Mins
Leadership Perspectives on energy policy
New policies, such as the US Inflation Reduction Act, a huge investment bill pouring billions of dollars into producing US-made clean energy and technology and the EU’s Green Deal, a set of proposals to govern the EU’s climate, energy, transport and taxation policies, have shaken coinfidence in global competitiveness and related policy towards international trade. What impact will these and other clean energy policies have on future energy markets and the journey to Net Zero in an increasingly protectionist world?
Attendee Insights:
Understand the role of policy in supporting net-zero strategies, the major benefits and disadvantages of the Inflation Reduction Act vs. the EU’s Green Deal, and how these policies can support global competitiveness, trade and promote the development of clean energy solutions and technologies.
Director – Energy Security and Climate Initiative, Fellow – Foreign Policy
Brookings Institution
Senior Fellow, Energy Security and Climate Change Programme
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Tuesday 03 October 2023
10:00 - 10:45
Leadership Perspectives on energy policy
Session Location: Conference Hall B
New policies, such as the US Inflation Reduction Act, a huge investment bill pouring billions of dollars into producing US-made clean energy and technology and the EU’s Green Deal, a set of proposals to govern the EU’s climate, energy, transport and taxation policies, have shaken coinfidence in global competitiveness and related policy towards international trade. What impact will these and other clean energy policies have on future energy markets and the journey to Net Zero in an increasingly protectionist world?
Attendee Insights:
Understand the role of policy in supporting net-zero strategies, the major benefits and disadvantages of the Inflation Reduction Act vs. the EU’s Green Deal, and how these policies can support global competitiveness, trade and promote the development of clean energy solutions and technologies.
Director – Energy Security and Climate Initiative, Fellow – Foreign Policy
Brookings Institution
Senior Fellow, Energy Security and Climate Change Programme
Center for Strategic and International Studies
10:45
Conference Hall B
03 October
10:45 - 11:10
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
Vicky Hollub, CEO of Oxy, is at the helm of a growing and thriving company has announced many industry collaborations and is leading in CCUS and DAC through its partnership with Carbon Engineering. In addition to prioritising sustainability, Ms. Hollub advocates for policies to bridge the gender gap and unconscious bias.
Attendee insights:
adIn this Energy Talk, Vicky Hollub, CEO of Oxy will share her insights into the company’s sustainability projects, her story as the CEO of one of the major oil and gas companies in the US, and how the industry should continue focusing on DEI and talent development.
Tuesday 03 October 2023
10:45 - 11:10
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
Vicky Hollub, CEO of Oxy, is at the helm of a growing and thriving company has announced many industry collaborations and is leading in CCUS and DAC through its partnership with Carbon Engineering. In addition to prioritising sustainability, Ms. Hollub advocates for policies to bridge the gender gap and unconscious bias.
Attendee insights:
adIn this Energy Talk, Vicky Hollub, CEO of Oxy will share her insights into the company’s sustainability projects, her story as the CEO of one of the major oil and gas companies in the US, and how the industry should continue focusing on DEI and talent development.
11:00
ICC Hall
03 October
11:00 - 12:00
1 hr 0 Mins
Strategic Panel
If the world wants to keep its 2050 net-zero goals on track, substantial amounts of investment will be required. Companies will need to invest in clean energy projects across industry sectors, and have a smart, consistent investment strategy, which ensures returnable profits, delivers the industry’s ambition of net-zero and meets ESG expectations. In addition, sustainable green finance must progress, particularly in developing countries, where investments in hydrocarbon projects still support the national economy and provide access to electricity, power and other much needed resources to the population.
Attendee insights:
Hear from private companies, governments and investors on how they are prioritising investment opportunities, the actions being taken to fast track and increase investment in this transition and what requirements are needed from an investor, lender, government and private company’s perspective.
Tuesday 03 October 2023
11:00 - 12:00
Strategic Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
If the world wants to keep its 2050 net-zero goals on track, substantial amounts of investment will be required. Companies will need to invest in clean energy projects across industry sectors, and have a smart, consistent investment strategy, which ensures returnable profits, delivers the industry’s ambition of net-zero and meets ESG expectations. In addition, sustainable green finance must progress, particularly in developing countries, where investments in hydrocarbon projects still support the national economy and provide access to electricity, power and other much needed resources to the population.
Attendee insights:
Hear from private companies, governments and investors on how they are prioritising investment opportunities, the actions being taken to fast track and increase investment in this transition and what requirements are needed from an investor, lender, government and private company’s perspective.
11:10
Conference Hall B
03 October
11:10 - 12:10
1 hr 0 Mins
Leadership Perspectives on energy policy
Whilst emissions management for Scope 1 and 2 are more straightforward to track, those of Scope 3 are challenging as they require further data, sectorial collaboration and criteria clarification. Effective cross-sector partnerships are crucial in reducing indirect emissions, as they gather a broader range of expert knowledge, measurement tools, and resources. Ultimately, full value chain decarbonisation will become even more a part of company and government targets and policies, so organisations need to start tackling these issues by investing in the right technologies and processes and taking definitive actions to measure them.
Attendee Insights:
Learn from industry experts with their views on emissions management, what future strategies and policies need to be implemented and the critical role of cross-sector partnerships.
Tuesday 03 October 2023
11:10 - 12:10
Leadership Perspectives on energy policy
Session Location: Conference Hall B
Whilst emissions management for Scope 1 and 2 are more straightforward to track, those of Scope 3 are challenging as they require further data, sectorial collaboration and criteria clarification. Effective cross-sector partnerships are crucial in reducing indirect emissions, as they gather a broader range of expert knowledge, measurement tools, and resources. Ultimately, full value chain decarbonisation will become even more a part of company and government targets and policies, so organisations need to start tackling these issues by investing in the right technologies and processes and taking definitive actions to measure them.
Attendee Insights:
Learn from industry experts with their views on emissions management, what future strategies and policies need to be implemented and the critical role of cross-sector partnerships.
12:00
ICC Hall
03 October
12:00 - 13:00
1 hr 0 Mins
Strategic Panel
Reducing emissions is one of the toughest challenges for fossil fuel companies, and across many other industries, in particular, heavy industry sectors, which require further technology and investment for their decarbonisation. These industries cannot meet ambitious climate goals without further emissions reductions, clearly illustrating the importance of cross-sector partnerships to achieve this common goal. However, high material costs, carbon taxing and a lack of infrastructure developments may create challenges that would mean that even with the right alliances and collaboration in place, a full value chain decarbonisation would still not be possible in the timeframes agreed.
Attendee insights:
Understand how industries are collaborating and forming strategic alliances to address one of the biggest energy transition challenges: value chain and decarbonisation of heavy industry sectors. Gain insights from industry leaders on their strategies and identifying the right opportunities for partnerships and collaboration.
Tuesday 03 October 2023
12:00 - 13:00
Strategic Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
Reducing emissions is one of the toughest challenges for fossil fuel companies, and across many other industries, in particular, heavy industry sectors, which require further technology and investment for their decarbonisation. These industries cannot meet ambitious climate goals without further emissions reductions, clearly illustrating the importance of cross-sector partnerships to achieve this common goal. However, high material costs, carbon taxing and a lack of infrastructure developments may create challenges that would mean that even with the right alliances and collaboration in place, a full value chain decarbonisation would still not be possible in the timeframes agreed.
Attendee insights:
Understand how industries are collaborating and forming strategic alliances to address one of the biggest energy transition challenges: value chain and decarbonisation of heavy industry sectors. Gain insights from industry leaders on their strategies and identifying the right opportunities for partnerships and collaboration.
12:10
Conference Hall B
03 October
12:10 - 12:35
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
Africa’s energy transition is not developing at the same pace as the rest of the world. African economies still rely heavily on hydrocarbon production and focus primarily on delivering energy security for all and ending poverty. The development of resources is fundamental for prosperity and growth across the continent, securing international investment is critical, and partnerships continue to be at the core of Africa’s energy business.
Attendee insights:
In this Energy Talk leaders from NOCs across the continent will discuss Africa’s energy transition journey, and the role of NOCs in delivering energy security, future expansion plans and opportunities.
Rt. Hon. Obongemem Ekperikpe Ekpo
Honourable Minister of State (Gas) Petroleum Resources
Federal Republic of Nigeria
Anchor & Correspondent
Tuesday 03 October 2023
12:10 - 12:35
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
Africa’s energy transition is not developing at the same pace as the rest of the world. African economies still rely heavily on hydrocarbon production and focus primarily on delivering energy security for all and ending poverty. The development of resources is fundamental for prosperity and growth across the continent, securing international investment is critical, and partnerships continue to be at the core of Africa’s energy business.
Attendee insights:
In this Energy Talk leaders from NOCs across the continent will discuss Africa’s energy transition journey, and the role of NOCs in delivering energy security, future expansion plans and opportunities.
Rt. Hon. Obongemem Ekperikpe Ekpo
Honourable Minister of State (Gas) Petroleum Resources
Federal Republic of Nigeria
Anchor & Correspondent
12:35
Conference Hall B
03 October
12:35 - 13:00
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
In 2023, India became the world’s most populous nation, and it is the third-largest energy consumer. As such, the country has been going through a revamp of its energy policies by diversifying its supply sources and moving towards alternative fuels. Whilst the energy transition is key for the country’s future development, there is also a commitment to ensure security of supply, affordability and easy access of resources to assure growth today.
Tuesday 03 October 2023
12:35 - 13:00
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
In 2023, India became the world’s most populous nation, and it is the third-largest energy consumer. As such, the country has been going through a revamp of its energy policies by diversifying its supply sources and moving towards alternative fuels. Whilst the energy transition is key for the country’s future development, there is also a commitment to ensure security of supply, affordability and easy access of resources to assure growth today.
13:00
ICC Hall
03 October
13:00 - 14:00
1 hr 0 Mins
Strategic Panel
Natural gas and LNG will play an increasingly important role in the energy transition as the industry continues to move towards lower carbon fuels and cleaner energy solutions. Energy security will have a critical role in the future of this fuel as governments prioritise gas and LNG imports to ensure stable supplies that can also be used as a lower carbon fuel in hard-to-electrify industries. In Asian markets, specifically in Japan and China, gas and LNG consumption will likely continue to increase, meaning higher competition for supply between Europe and Asia.
Attendee insights:
Gain insights about the latest gas and LNG market dynamics, what they mean for future energy supply and the role natural gas will have in the energy transition and beyond.
Tuesday 03 October 2023
13:00 - 14:00
Strategic Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
Natural gas and LNG will play an increasingly important role in the energy transition as the industry continues to move towards lower carbon fuels and cleaner energy solutions. Energy security will have a critical role in the future of this fuel as governments prioritise gas and LNG imports to ensure stable supplies that can also be used as a lower carbon fuel in hard-to-electrify industries. In Asian markets, specifically in Japan and China, gas and LNG consumption will likely continue to increase, meaning higher competition for supply between Europe and Asia.
Attendee insights:
Gain insights about the latest gas and LNG market dynamics, what they mean for future energy supply and the role natural gas will have in the energy transition and beyond.
14:00
Conference Hall B
03 October
14:00 - 14:50
0 hr 50 Mins
Leadership Perspectives on decarbonisation
To accelerate the pathway to the energy transition oil and gas operators are increasingly focussed on the abatement of emissions during the extraction and production process through the deployment of low carbon technologies, methane detection equipment, carbon capture, utilisation and storage technology, and flaring reduction strategies. To drive the decarbonisation process further producers will need to initiate a broad variety of solutions, leverage climate technologies and embrace new business partnerships. In so doing they will be able to optimise operational practices and harness large energy efficiency gains. By leveraging data and AI, analytics facilitate work with business partners across an extended value chain and accelerate the implementation of new technologies and better practices to drive decarbonisation. in addition, investment will need to be reallocated into R&D supporting the development of decarbonisation solutions with active collaboration across research institutions, industry associations and government agencies.
Attendee insights:
Understand the changing face of the upstream sector and how technology and new ways or working are supporting rapid decarbonisation in the exploration and production space.
Tuesday 03 October 2023
14:00 - 14:50
Leadership Perspectives on decarbonisation
Session Location: Conference Hall B
To accelerate the pathway to the energy transition oil and gas operators are increasingly focussed on the abatement of emissions during the extraction and production process through the deployment of low carbon technologies, methane detection equipment, carbon capture, utilisation and storage technology, and flaring reduction strategies. To drive the decarbonisation process further producers will need to initiate a broad variety of solutions, leverage climate technologies and embrace new business partnerships. In so doing they will be able to optimise operational practices and harness large energy efficiency gains. By leveraging data and AI, analytics facilitate work with business partners across an extended value chain and accelerate the implementation of new technologies and better practices to drive decarbonisation. in addition, investment will need to be reallocated into R&D supporting the development of decarbonisation solutions with active collaboration across research institutions, industry associations and government agencies.
Attendee insights:
Understand the changing face of the upstream sector and how technology and new ways or working are supporting rapid decarbonisation in the exploration and production space.
14:00
ICC Hall
03 October
14:00 - 15:00
1 hr 0 Mins
Strategic Panel
Industry forecasts expect demand for sustainable fuels to increase as transportation sectors such as aviation, shipping and automotive require them to decarbonise. Investment and attractive regulatory frameworks are needed to incentivise their development both in terms of technology and consumer demand. Technology is advancing, but how quickly and at what cost can it be deployed? Meanwhile, cross-sector collaboration is increasing, facilitating partnerships for investment and developments. The benefits in the long-term are vast. However, there is still a long way to go for these fuels to become preeminent.
Attendee insights:
Understand the growing demand for sustainable fuels, how they can help heavy industry sectors decarbonise and what incentives need to be put in place to fast track their adoption.
Tuesday 03 October 2023
14:00 - 15:00
Strategic Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
Industry forecasts expect demand for sustainable fuels to increase as transportation sectors such as aviation, shipping and automotive require them to decarbonise. Investment and attractive regulatory frameworks are needed to incentivise their development both in terms of technology and consumer demand. Technology is advancing, but how quickly and at what cost can it be deployed? Meanwhile, cross-sector collaboration is increasing, facilitating partnerships for investment and developments. The benefits in the long-term are vast. However, there is still a long way to go for these fuels to become preeminent.
Attendee insights:
Understand the growing demand for sustainable fuels, how they can help heavy industry sectors decarbonise and what incentives need to be put in place to fast track their adoption.
14:50
Conference Hall B
03 October
14:50 - 15:40
0 hr 50 Mins
Leadership Perspectives on energy policy
The Global Methane Pledge is a collective effort to reduce global methane emissions by 2030 by a minimum of 30% from 2020 levels. But, what progress have industries made to date? Whilst it is clear the industry is heavily investing in technologies and infrastructure to cut emissions, there is however, a need for more monitoring, reporting and, verification to ensure the world is on track to keeping the global temperature rise below 1.5°C.
Attendee Insights:
Understand from industry leaders what is being done to mitigate methane emissions, where more action and investment is required and what further strategies will need to be implemented between sectors to fast track progress.
Tuesday 03 October 2023
14:50 - 15:40
Leadership Perspectives on energy policy
Session Location: Conference Hall B
The Global Methane Pledge is a collective effort to reduce global methane emissions by 2030 by a minimum of 30% from 2020 levels. But, what progress have industries made to date? Whilst it is clear the industry is heavily investing in technologies and infrastructure to cut emissions, there is however, a need for more monitoring, reporting and, verification to ensure the world is on track to keeping the global temperature rise below 1.5°C.
Attendee Insights:
Understand from industry leaders what is being done to mitigate methane emissions, where more action and investment is required and what further strategies will need to be implemented between sectors to fast track progress.
15:40
Conference Hall B
03 October
15:40 - 16:05
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
Egypt, a key energy player in the Middle East and North Africa region, has been making significant strides towards reducing its carbon footprint and transitioning to a more sustainable energy future.
Attendee insights:
In this Energy Talk, His Excellency Tarek El Molla, Egypt's Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources will discuss the country's goals, challenges, and innovative approaches to addressing climate change while meeting growing energy demand.
Tuesday 03 October 2023
15:40 - 16:05
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
Egypt, a key energy player in the Middle East and North Africa region, has been making significant strides towards reducing its carbon footprint and transitioning to a more sustainable energy future.
Attendee insights:
In this Energy Talk, His Excellency Tarek El Molla, Egypt's Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources will discuss the country's goals, challenges, and innovative approaches to addressing climate change while meeting growing energy demand.
16:05
Conference Hall B
03 October
16:05 - 16:30
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
Under the strategic director of Mele Kolo Kyari, NNPC Ltd has undergone an extraordinary transformation. As the company prepares for IPO in 2023, the organisation has the potential to become Africa’s largest publicly held entity. This Energy Talk will explore Mr Kyari’s strategy for realigning NNPC’s direction to become an globally focussed national oil company providing lower carbon energy security both domestically and internationally through strategic partnerships.
Tuesday 03 October 2023
16:05 - 16:30
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
Under the strategic director of Mele Kolo Kyari, NNPC Ltd has undergone an extraordinary transformation. As the company prepares for IPO in 2023, the organisation has the potential to become Africa’s largest publicly held entity. This Energy Talk will explore Mr Kyari’s strategy for realigning NNPC’s direction to become an globally focussed national oil company providing lower carbon energy security both domestically and internationally through strategic partnerships.
10:00
ICC Hall
04 October
10:00 - 11:00
1 hr 0 Mins
Strategic Panel
Technology is one of the key enablers of the energy transition, supporting industries, businesses and governments to decarbonise operations and find efficient solutions to mitigate emissions and improve performance across value chains. Lower carbon technology solutions for storage, CCUS, hydrogen, methane emissions and electrification, are being developed globally, but still require sufficient infrastructure along with the regulatory frameworks that will really accelerate widespread deployment. How can digital technologies, such as the Internet of Things, AI, big data and blockchain create solutions and efficient platforms for companies to increase energy efficiency and adopt an integrated system to help improve operations and create new business models to deliver on climate goals?
Attendee insights:
A must-attend session that will gather industry experts and technology innovators to discuss the critical role of technology as an enabler of the energy transition, what is needed to scale up crucial innovations and the role of business and governments in collaborating and fast tracking its adoption.
Wednesday 04 October 2023
10:00 - 11:00
Strategic Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
Technology is one of the key enablers of the energy transition, supporting industries, businesses and governments to decarbonise operations and find efficient solutions to mitigate emissions and improve performance across value chains. Lower carbon technology solutions for storage, CCUS, hydrogen, methane emissions and electrification, are being developed globally, but still require sufficient infrastructure along with the regulatory frameworks that will really accelerate widespread deployment. How can digital technologies, such as the Internet of Things, AI, big data and blockchain create solutions and efficient platforms for companies to increase energy efficiency and adopt an integrated system to help improve operations and create new business models to deliver on climate goals?
Attendee insights:
A must-attend session that will gather industry experts and technology innovators to discuss the critical role of technology as an enabler of the energy transition, what is needed to scale up crucial innovations and the role of business and governments in collaborating and fast tracking its adoption.
11:00
ICC Hall
04 October
11:00 - 12:00
1 hr 0 Mins
Strategic Panel
In recent years, markets have experienced extreme volatility affecting the energy and commodities sectors. Whilst trade facilitates the export of goods and services critical for businesses and societies, secure and resilient supply chains are essential for an effective transition. Global standards to support innovation and create diversity will boost demand, lower costs, encourage greater flexibility and incentivise innovation within the industry.
Attendee insights:
Industry experts will discuss the future of globalisation, trading and supply chains, how to navigate through market volatility and create successful, sustainable and resilient supply chains.
Wednesday 04 October 2023
11:00 - 12:00
Strategic Panel
Session Location: ICC Hall
In recent years, markets have experienced extreme volatility affecting the energy and commodities sectors. Whilst trade facilitates the export of goods and services critical for businesses and societies, secure and resilient supply chains are essential for an effective transition. Global standards to support innovation and create diversity will boost demand, lower costs, encourage greater flexibility and incentivise innovation within the industry.
Attendee insights:
Industry experts will discuss the future of globalisation, trading and supply chains, how to navigate through market volatility and create successful, sustainable and resilient supply chains.
11:10
Conference Hall B
04 October
11:10 - 11:35
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
The finance and investment community has encountered similar challenges to those faced by the energy industry. This year, inflation, geopolitical tensions and extreme climate events have affected investment decisions. Meanwhile, ESG continues to influence financial institutions on investments in both oil and gas and clean energy opportunities.
Wednesday 04 October 2023
11:10 - 11:35
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
The finance and investment community has encountered similar challenges to those faced by the energy industry. This year, inflation, geopolitical tensions and extreme climate events have affected investment decisions. Meanwhile, ESG continues to influence financial institutions on investments in both oil and gas and clean energy opportunities.
12:20
Conference Hall B
04 October
12:20 - 13:00
0 hr 40 Mins
Energy Talk
Artificial intelligence can deliver transformative progress for governments and enterprises on strategic issues ranging from defence to decarbonisation to the energy trilemma: security, sustainability, and affordability. AI can support a nearly limitless range of related use cases: operational improvements, energy efficiency, acceleration of technology adoption, upskilling people. Given the power of these new tools, it is essential to adopt responsible software solutions founded on principles of safety and governance, especially for regulated industries such as energy and the energy transition.
Wednesday 04 October 2023
12:20 - 13:00
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
Artificial intelligence can deliver transformative progress for governments and enterprises on strategic issues ranging from defence to decarbonisation to the energy trilemma: security, sustainability, and affordability. AI can support a nearly limitless range of related use cases: operational improvements, energy efficiency, acceleration of technology adoption, upskilling people. Given the power of these new tools, it is essential to adopt responsible software solutions founded on principles of safety and governance, especially for regulated industries such as energy and the energy transition.
13:00
Conference Hall B
04 October
13:00 - 13:25
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
Embracing youth perspectives in today’s energy and climate change strategies can provide fresh ideas and solutions. It will also deliver a greater voice to young people and engage them in an industry young talent are often reluctant to join, due to negative perceptions of the sector’s climate impact and sustainability efforts.
Undergraduate (Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering and Environmental Studies)
New York University Abu Dhabi
Wednesday 04 October 2023
13:00 - 13:25
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
Embracing youth perspectives in today’s energy and climate change strategies can provide fresh ideas and solutions. It will also deliver a greater voice to young people and engage them in an industry young talent are often reluctant to join, due to negative perceptions of the sector’s climate impact and sustainability efforts.
Undergraduate (Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering and Environmental Studies)
New York University Abu Dhabi
13:25
Conference Hall B
04 October
13:25 - 13:50
0 hr 25 Mins
Energy Talk
Heavy industry sectors are particularly challenging to decarbonise due to a lack of technology and investment. Chemicals, mobility, steel and cement are the most difficult sectors to abate with steel and cement accounting for approximately 14% of global CO2 emissions and 47% of industry’s CO2 emissions. Will new energy sectors, such as hydrogen and biofuels and the expansion of low-emissions technologies, create opportunities to help these sectors reduce carbon emissions?
Attendee Insights:
Gain a deeper understanding on decarbonisation in heavy industry sectors, how cross-sector partnerships are vital to find lower-carbon solutions for these industries and how we can best tackle this major issue.
Wednesday 04 October 2023
13:25 - 13:50
Energy Talk
Session Location: Conference Hall B
Heavy industry sectors are particularly challenging to decarbonise due to a lack of technology and investment. Chemicals, mobility, steel and cement are the most difficult sectors to abate with steel and cement accounting for approximately 14% of global CO2 emissions and 47% of industry’s CO2 emissions. Will new energy sectors, such as hydrogen and biofuels and the expansion of low-emissions technologies, create opportunities to help these sectors reduce carbon emissions?
Attendee Insights:
Gain a deeper understanding on decarbonisation in heavy industry sectors, how cross-sector partnerships are vital to find lower-carbon solutions for these industries and how we can best tackle this major issue.
The ADIPEC Strategic Conferences address the challenges facing the energy industry in meeting global demand while reducing emissions. Through discussions on sustainability, decarbonisation and technological advancements, leaders, policymakers and industry professionals will collaborate to shape the future of the industry. The conferences will cover a wide range of topics, including hydrogen, maritime and logistics, diversity, equity and inclusion, manufacturing, decarbonisation and inspiring the next generation of talent.
The ADIPEC Hydrogen Strategic Conference will gather the most influential leaders in the energy ecosystem to discuss the role of hydrogen in global economies, the latest technological breakthroughs, near-term and long-term strategies, and the actions required to scale the hydrogen economies of the future.
The ADIPEC 2023 Decarbonisation Conference will feature strategic sessions with a focus on addressing the need for innovative policies, new investment, technology advancement, new energy sources, and decarbonisation of hard-to-abate sectors.