11-22-19 CeraWeek In Houston. Why Go?

Q. Why should our readers attend CeraWeek in Houston?

Dan Yergin, NGP file photo, by Dave Harbour (NARUC).

A. Because our old friend from Arctic Gas days in the ’70s, Daniel Yergin, invites us to the most important energy conference of the year!

(Note: Daniel Yergin, Vice Chairman IHS Markit, CERAWeek Chairman and James Rosenfield, Senior Vice President, IHS Markit, CERAWeek Founder & Co-Chairman, co-host CERAWeek.)

Waves of Change: Charting the Energy Future

Energy Secretary Rick Perry. NGP file Photo by Dave Harbour

Strategic confrontation and fractious geopolitics, disruptive new technologies, and the future of energy supply are creating uncertainty in the energy sector. In this uncertain and volatile environment, a comprehensive perspective on how to address these complex challenges is critical.

“I don’t think there is an energy conference anywhere else in the world that has more attendance and has more of an impact for the industry than CERAWeek.”
Hon. Rick Perry, Secretary of Energy, U.S. Department of Energy

1. New Ideas and Insights

Join the industry’s most influential executives, policy makers and thought leaders to gain insights and navigate the challenges ahead. Participate in deep-dives on a myriad of industry issues, including geopolitics, technology, climate & sustainability, and investment strategies.

The CERAWeek Impact

2. Distinguished Innovators and Influencers

Hear from over 800 distinguished speakers — senior executives and officials, thought leaders, and experts from across the energy spectrum offer their insight on the nature and pace of change, engage in dialogue, and share ideas.

View CERAWeek 2020 Speaker Line-up

3. Networking Opportunities

Connect with over 5,500 delegates from more than 85 countries with over 650 senior level executives. Attend one of the 50 networking receptions to strengthen existing relationships and discover new professional communities.

CERAWeek Communities

4. Unparalleled Content

CERAWeek session formats and forums continue to evolve, fostering dialogue and new ways to engage in relaxed and intimate settings. Listen to top executives share their views on a range of strategic issues in moderated discussions. Collaborate with peers on more granular-level topics in high impact learning sessions.

“A tremendous ability to connect with lots of people in the industry.”
Lal Karsanbhai, Executive President, Automation Solutions, Emerson

Visit CERAWeek On Demand to watch CERAWeek 2019 videos, including leadership dialogues, executive interviews, and plenaries.

5. CERAWeek Innovation Agora

Launched in 2017, the CERAWeek Agora brings focus to emerging technologies through use of a dedicated space and unique program formats – connecting ideas across industries, governments, researchers and start-ups. The varied forums provide a host of opportunities for informal exchange, networking, workshops and interactive discussions with top thought leaders in more intimate settings.