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Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al
Nahyan
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council

تحت رعاية سمو الشيخ خالد بن محمد بن زايد آل نهيان
ولي عهد أبوظبي ورئيس المجلس التنفيذي لإمارة أبوظبي


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STRATEGIC CONFERENCE

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Recent geopolitical events have disrupted energy supplies leaving the world with
a trilemma of how to ensure energy security and affordability while staying on
track with net-zero commitments. The World Utilities Congress will bring
together energy ministers, policymakers, global CEOs and business leaders from
around the globe to share their insights and perspectives on the industry
affairs today and come up with tangible outputs for the current challenges.

From the big questions, such as the role of the utilities sector in the global
energy transition, to practical challenges around water and energy security and
hydrogen distribution, to the role of ESG and sustainable finance in the power,
water, gas and district cooling, the Strategic Conference programme will be the
forum for the industry to come together and address the issues and opportunities
that matter.

The strategic conference will also allow industry leaders to directly engage
policymakers and discuss the kind of support they need to ensure a secure and
sustainable power and water future.

Recent geopolitical events have disrupted energy supplies leaving the world with
a trilemma of how to ensure energy security and affordability while staying on
track with net-zero commitments. The World Utilities Congress will bring
together energy ministers, policymakers, global CEOs and business leaders from
around the globe to share their insights and perspectives on the industry
affairs today and come up with tangible outputs for the current challenges.

From the big questions, such as the role of the utilities sector in the global
energy transition, to practical challenges around water and energy security and
hydrogen distribution, to the role of ESG and sustainable finance in the power,
water, gas and district cooling, the Strategic Conference programme will be the
forum for the industry to come together and address the issues and opportunities
that matter.

The strategic conference will also allow industry leaders to directly engage
policymakers and discuss the kind of support they need to ensure a secure and
sustainable power and water future.

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The Strategic Conference programme FOCUSED on the following themes:

 * DIGITAL INNOVATION
   
   Many industries are ramping up efforts to decarbonise their operations and
   the utilities sector is no exception. The energy transition has become a
   driver for new business models and capabilities. Falling prices of renewables
   and technology advancements have made them an attractive alternative to
   hydrocarbons. In addition, many countries, including China, India, Russia,
   UAE and Turkey, are turning to nuclear as a reliable clean energy source.
   Gas/LNG is also continuing to play an important role in the energy
   transition.
   
   A path toward a carbon-free future requires the industry to address the
   intermittent nature of solar and wind power by exploring available storage
   solutions, as well as taking advantage of technologies that help improve
   energy efficiency and achieve operational excellence. In addition, companies
   must futureproof their grids in response to increased mass electrification.
   
   To keep pace with increasingly ambitious net-zero targets and commitments,
   power and water utilities should position themselves as proactive leaders
   within the energy transition, making themselves an attractive target for new
   capital investments.

 * DECARBONISATION, ENERGY TRANSITION AND COP28
   
   Digital technologies are transforming how utilities serve customers, identify
   market opportunities and plan for long-term growth. Leveraging Artificial
   Intelligence, robotics, machine learning, the Internet of Things (IoT),
   digital twins, blockchain, edge computing and other technical innovations
   enables companies to improve their energy efficiency, reduce equipment
   failure and optimise demand side management.
   
   Advanced sensors and metering technologies are transforming not only electric
   and water grids but entire cities. Smart grids handle bidirectional power
   flows, capture and report large quantities of data, enabling advanced
   predictive maintenance models, decreased electricity and water losses and
   lower carbon emissions. The success of smart grids and smart cities depends
   on the seamless integration of wired and wireless communications amongst all
   devices, as well as the ability to develop robust cyber security strategies.
   
   Technological advances also call for new capital. Grid investment plans
   should incorporate a wide variety of new technologies including advanced
   inverters, grid management and dispatch tools, and grid-level energy storage
   equipment.

 * SUPPLY AND DEMAND DYNAMICS
   
   With multi-billion dollar projects, partnerships lie at the heart of the
   utilities sector. Many collaboration opportunities are available within the
   industry, on both regional and global levels. Governments and countries can
   work together to ensure economic prosperity and security of power and water
   supplies. Utilities, EPCs, technology providers and consultancies can work
   together to uncover synergies that will drive efficiency, digital
   transformation and decarbonisation efforts. Electricity suppliers can partner
   with customers via distributed generation models to achieve mutual benefits.
   
   Being a global meeting place for the utilities leaders, the World Utilities
   Congress helps cement the existing partnerships and discover new
   collaboration and growth opportunities.

 * TALENT DEVELOPMENT AND WORKFORCE OF THE FUTURE
   
   Customer-centricity together with technological advances are paving the way
   for new business models and market structures that support existing and new,
   non-traditional providers. Modern customers have high expectations from their
   utilities providers, and utilities of the future should move from selling
   water and power as a commodity to having a segmented value proposition
   focused on customer needs. Smart end-to-end networks offer businesses the
   opportunity to improve productivity and efficiency while enhancing customer
   service.
   
   Power and water consumers also have an important role to play in the energy
   transition. By optimising their usage, customers can reduce their bills, take
   the pressure off grids and contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gases.
   Utilities providers need to develop comprehensive demand side management
   models that will empower customers to be active participants in the energy
   transition.

 * RAISING CAPITAL AND PROJECT FINANCE
   
   Global population growth, economic development and rapid urbanisation are
   increasingly impacting the power and water sectors, as demand for electricity
   and water grows and the pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions rises.
   The increased demand makes water scarcity an important issue that go
   vernments and industry leaders need to address, finding alternative sources
   to depleted groundwater, which can be enabled by advances in water
   desalination, water treatment solutions and demand side management.
   
   Many countries are also moving from a linear centralised distribution system
   to a more flexible, complex and decentralised system, generating major
   investment opportunities, for existing and new players. To effectively
   incorporate distributed energy resources (DER) into the grid utilities should
   adapt their tariff schemes to acknowledge different types of customers,
   define a solution for DER technical integration and put in place process and
   organisational changes to make all the pieces work together.
   
   Circular Economy frameworks offer utilities the opportunity to transform
   their value chains, reducing or eliminating waste, reusing and recycling
   resources, which in turn can improve efficiencies, reduce costs and decrease
   carbon emissions. Existing business models need to evolve to enable equipment
   re-purposing or recycling, better heat waste recovery, carbon capture and
   use, and improved water cycle management systems.

CONFERENCE AGENDA

 * Monday 08 May 2023 Day One
 * Tuesday 09 May 2023 Day Two
 * Wednesday 10 May 2023 Day Three

10:30 - 11:00

OPENING CEREMONY



SPEAKERS

Her Highness Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan

President and Chief Executive Officer

UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA)

His Excellency Suhail Bin Mohamed Al Mazrouei

Minister of Energy and Infrastructure

United Arab Emirates

Jasim Husain Thabet

Group CEO & Managing Director.

TAQA

His Excellency Mohamed Al Hammadi

Managing Director & CEO

Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation

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Monday 08 May 2023

10:30 - 11:00




OPENING CEREMONY

SPEAKERS

Her Highness Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan

President and Chief Executive Officer

His Excellency Suhail Bin Mohamed Al Mazrouei

Minister of Energy and Infrastructure

Jasim Husain Thabet

Group CEO & Managing Director.

His Excellency Mohamed Al Hammadi

Managing Director & CEO

11:30 - 12:15

STRENGTHENING AMBITION EN ROUTE TO COP28 AND BEYOND

MINISTERIAL SESSION

The UAE has committed to a stricter Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC)
ahead of COP 28, aiming to cut its carbon emissions 31% by 2030. What are other
countries doing to reduce their carbon footprint? What mechanisms can ensure
that decarbonisation pledges come into action and which regulatory measurements
can help? What is the role of public-private collaboration in advancing towards
net-zero? What can the utilities industry learn from other sectors that will
help accelerate its energy transition?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Energy ministers discuss regional and national commitments to reducing emissions
ahead of COP28.

SPEAKERS

His Excellency Suhail Bin Mohamed Al Mazrouei

Minister of Energy and Infrastructure

United Arab Emirates

His Excellency Yaser bin Ebrahim Humaidan

Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs

Kingdom of Bahrain

His Excellency Mohamed Shaker El-Markabi

Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy

Egypt

Dr. Kathryn Huff

Assistant Secretary, Office of Nuclear Energy, Department of Energy

United States of America

His Excellency Jurabek Mirzamahmudov

Minister of Energy

Uzbekistan

MODERATOR

John Defterios

Professor of Business, NYU, Abu Dhabi & Senior Advisor

APCO Worldwide

Back

Monday 08 May 2023

11:30 - 12:15


STRENGTHENING AMBITION EN ROUTE TO COP28 AND BEYOND

The UAE has committed to a stricter Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC)
ahead of COP 28, aiming to cut its carbon emissions 31% by 2030. What are other
countries doing to reduce their carbon footprint? What mechanisms can ensure
that decarbonisation pledges come into action and which regulatory measurements
can help? What is the role of public-private collaboration in advancing towards
net-zero? What can the utilities industry learn from other sectors that will
help accelerate its energy transition?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Energy ministers discuss regional and national commitments to reducing emissions
ahead of COP28.

SPEAKERS

His Excellency Suhail Bin Mohamed Al Mazrouei

Minister of Energy and Infrastructure

His Excellency Yaser bin Ebrahim Humaidan

Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs

His Excellency Mohamed Shaker El-Markabi

Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy

Dr. Kathryn Huff

Assistant Secretary, Office of Nuclear Energy, Department of Energy

His Excellency Jurabek Mirzamahmudov

Minister of Energy

MODERATOR

John Defterios

Professor of Business, NYU, Abu Dhabi & Senior Advisor

12:15 - 13:00

BUILDING MOMENTUM ON THE ROAD TO NET ZERO

GLOBAL LEADERSHIP PANEL

Many companies have developed strategies to reduce their greenhouse gas
emissions and achieve net-zero within the next 10-20 years. However, the altered
economic landscape has posed new challenges in achieving the set targets. As gas
prices have increased and supplies have become unstable, how can companies keep
on track with their net-zero pledges? How can nuclear energy contribute to this
changing energy landscape – will it be a key player in mitigating the energy
crisis without compromising on decarbonisation goals? Will fossil fuels see a
new comeback due to the increasing pressure to stabilise the energy supply and
maintain affordability for end users?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Business leaders take the stage to discuss market dynamics and how businesses
are keeping with their net-zero commitments in the current market landscape.

 

SPEAKERS

Jasim Husain Thabet

Group CEO & Managing Director.

TAQA

Adnan Amin

CEO

28th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28)

Luc Rémont

Chairman & CEO

EDF

Lorenzo Simonelli

Chairman, President and CEO

Baker Hughes

Dr. Sama Bilbao y Leon

Director General

World Nuclear Association

Greg Jackson

Founder and CEO

Octopus Energy Group

MODERATOR

John Defterios

Professor of Business, NYU, Abu Dhabi & Senior Advisor

APCO Worldwide

Back

Monday 08 May 2023

12:15 - 13:00


BUILDING MOMENTUM ON THE ROAD TO NET ZERO

Many companies have developed strategies to reduce their greenhouse gas
emissions and achieve net-zero within the next 10-20 years. However, the altered
economic landscape has posed new challenges in achieving the set targets. As gas
prices have increased and supplies have become unstable, how can companies keep
on track with their net-zero pledges? How can nuclear energy contribute to this
changing energy landscape – will it be a key player in mitigating the energy
crisis without compromising on decarbonisation goals? Will fossil fuels see a
new comeback due to the increasing pressure to stabilise the energy supply and
maintain affordability for end users?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Business leaders take the stage to discuss market dynamics and how businesses
are keeping with their net-zero commitments in the current market landscape.

 

SPEAKERS

Jasim Husain Thabet

Group CEO & Managing Director.

Adnan Amin

CEO

Luc Rémont

Chairman & CEO

Lorenzo Simonelli

Chairman, President and CEO

Dr. Sama Bilbao y Leon

Director General

Greg Jackson

Founder and CEO

MODERATOR

John Defterios

Professor of Business, NYU, Abu Dhabi & Senior Advisor

14:00 - 14:50

ENABLING A JUST ENERGY TRANSITION: BRIDGING THE NORTH-SOUTH DIVIDE ENROUTE COP28

MINISTERIAL SESSION

With greater pressures on energy security and inflationary pressures tightening
fiscal and monetary policy across the world, building on the Glasgow Climate
Pact is always going to be challenging. In addition, the longstanding
North-South divide has been a crucial issue in climate discussions, with the
Global South disproportionately affected by climate change and the wealthier
Global North criticised for their inadequate action on climate change. COP28
aims to foster solidarity and collaboration between developed and developing
nations, providing new opportunities for unified action to achieve net-zero
targets and accelerate 2030 trajectories through transformative partnerships and
outcomes. What solutions can be expected at COP28 that will foster a truly just
and equitable energy transition? Can an inclusive COP provide developing nations
a long-term solution?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Energy ministers discuss the collaborative approach required to achieve a fair
and equitable energy transition ahead of COP28.

SPEAKERS

His Excellency Mika Lintila

Minister for Economic Affairs

Finland

His Excellency Péter Szijjártó

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Hungary

Francesco La Camera

Director General

International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

MODERATOR

Eithne Treanor

Moderator

World Utilities Congress

Back

Monday 08 May 2023

14:00 - 14:50


ENABLING A JUST ENERGY TRANSITION: BRIDGING THE NORTH-SOUTH DIVIDE ENROUTE COP28

With greater pressures on energy security and inflationary pressures tightening
fiscal and monetary policy across the world, building on the Glasgow Climate
Pact is always going to be challenging. In addition, the longstanding
North-South divide has been a crucial issue in climate discussions, with the
Global South disproportionately affected by climate change and the wealthier
Global North criticised for their inadequate action on climate change. COP28
aims to foster solidarity and collaboration between developed and developing
nations, providing new opportunities for unified action to achieve net-zero
targets and accelerate 2030 trajectories through transformative partnerships and
outcomes. What solutions can be expected at COP28 that will foster a truly just
and equitable energy transition? Can an inclusive COP provide developing nations
a long-term solution?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Energy ministers discuss the collaborative approach required to achieve a fair
and equitable energy transition ahead of COP28.

SPEAKERS

His Excellency Mika Lintila

Minister for Economic Affairs

His Excellency Péter Szijjártó

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Francesco La Camera

Director General

MODERATOR

Eithne Treanor

Moderator

14:50 - 15:20

ENHANCING GRID RESILIENCE AND FLEXIBILITY TO ACCELERATE ADOPTION OF RENEWABLE
ENERGY SOURCES

INDUSTRY DIALOGUE

Renewables have experienced unprecedented growth in recent years, driven by
increasing global awareness of climate change, ambitious decarbonisation
targets, and rapid technological advancements. With renewable energy sources
playing a more significant role in the global energy mix, along with declining
costs of renewable energy technologies, the need for efficient grid integration
and modernisation becomes increasingly critical. What are the main challenges
utilities face when integrating renewable energy resources into their power
systems, and what strategies have proven effective in overcoming these
challenges? How can advancements in energy storage technologies facilitate the
integration of renewable energy resources and improve grid stability? What role
do microgrids and distributed energy resources play in enhancing grid resilience
and flexibility, and how can utilities leverage these solutions to support
renewable energy integration? What policy incentives and regulatory frameworks
have been successful in promoting renewable energy integration, and how can
utilities advocate for supportive policies in their respective regions?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Understand how finance, technology and regulation can accelerate integration of
renewables to the global energy mix.

SPEAKERS

Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi

CEO

Masdar

Bruno Bensasson

CEO

EDF Renewables

MODERATOR

Eithne Treanor

Moderator

World Utilities Congress

Back

Monday 08 May 2023

14:50 - 15:20


ENHANCING GRID RESILIENCE AND FLEXIBILITY TO ACCELERATE ADOPTION OF RENEWABLE
ENERGY SOURCES

Renewables have experienced unprecedented growth in recent years, driven by
increasing global awareness of climate change, ambitious decarbonisation
targets, and rapid technological advancements. With renewable energy sources
playing a more significant role in the global energy mix, along with declining
costs of renewable energy technologies, the need for efficient grid integration
and modernisation becomes increasingly critical. What are the main challenges
utilities face when integrating renewable energy resources into their power
systems, and what strategies have proven effective in overcoming these
challenges? How can advancements in energy storage technologies facilitate the
integration of renewable energy resources and improve grid stability? What role
do microgrids and distributed energy resources play in enhancing grid resilience
and flexibility, and how can utilities leverage these solutions to support
renewable energy integration? What policy incentives and regulatory frameworks
have been successful in promoting renewable energy integration, and how can
utilities advocate for supportive policies in their respective regions?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Understand how finance, technology and regulation can accelerate integration of
renewables to the global energy mix.

SPEAKERS

Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi

CEO

Bruno Bensasson

CEO

MODERATOR

Eithne Treanor

Moderator

15:20 - 16:10

POWERING AFRICA'S FUTURE: FOSTERING COOPERATION AND SYNERGY IN POWER AND
UTILITIES

MINISTERIAL SESSION

With its abundant renewable energy resources, rapidly growing population, and
increasing demand for electricity, the African continent offers unparalleled
opportunities for its power and water utilities sector. Collaborative efforts
can help to build sustainable and resilient power systems, increase
electrification rates, and enable the integration of renewable energy resources
across Africa. How can regional and international partnerships contribute to the
development and integration of renewable energy resources across Africa,
supporting the continent's transition towards a more sustainable and low-carbon
energy future? How are governments, industry leaders, and development partners
collaborating to address pressing issues and challenges effectively? What role
can technology transfer, capacity building, and knowledge sharing play in
accelerating the growth of Africa's power and utilities sector, and how can
these efforts be facilitated by regional and international partners? How can
innovative financing mechanisms and public-private partnerships be leveraged to
support the development of power infrastructure and the expansion of electricity
access in Africa, while ensuring long-term sustainability and affordability? In
the context of Africa's rapidly growing population and increasing urbanisation,
how can synergies between power and utilities sectors contribute to the
development of smart, resilient, and sustainable cities, while addressing the
energy needs of rural and underserved communities?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Energy ministers discuss how regional cooperation can unlock the potential of
Africa’s abundant natural energy resources.

SPEAKERS

The Honourable Abdoulie Jobe

Minister of Petroleum & Energy

Republic of The Gambia

His Excellency Ibrahim Uwizeye

Minister of Energy and Mines

Burundi

MODERATOR

John Defterios

Professor of Business, NYU, Abu Dhabi & Senior Advisor

APCO Worldwide

Back

Monday 08 May 2023

15:20 - 16:10


POWERING AFRICA'S FUTURE: FOSTERING COOPERATION AND SYNERGY IN POWER AND
UTILITIES

With its abundant renewable energy resources, rapidly growing population, and
increasing demand for electricity, the African continent offers unparalleled
opportunities for its power and water utilities sector. Collaborative efforts
can help to build sustainable and resilient power systems, increase
electrification rates, and enable the integration of renewable energy resources
across Africa. How can regional and international partnerships contribute to the
development and integration of renewable energy resources across Africa,
supporting the continent's transition towards a more sustainable and low-carbon
energy future? How are governments, industry leaders, and development partners
collaborating to address pressing issues and challenges effectively? What role
can technology transfer, capacity building, and knowledge sharing play in
accelerating the growth of Africa's power and utilities sector, and how can
these efforts be facilitated by regional and international partners? How can
innovative financing mechanisms and public-private partnerships be leveraged to
support the development of power infrastructure and the expansion of electricity
access in Africa, while ensuring long-term sustainability and affordability? In
the context of Africa's rapidly growing population and increasing urbanisation,
how can synergies between power and utilities sectors contribute to the
development of smart, resilient, and sustainable cities, while addressing the
energy needs of rural and underserved communities?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Energy ministers discuss how regional cooperation can unlock the potential of
Africa’s abundant natural energy resources.

SPEAKERS

The Honourable Abdoulie Jobe

Minister of Petroleum & Energy

His Excellency Ibrahim Uwizeye

Minister of Energy and Mines

MODERATOR

John Defterios

Professor of Business, NYU, Abu Dhabi & Senior Advisor

16:10 - 17:00

EXPLORING THE ROLE OF UTILITIES IN DECARBONISING INDUSTRIAL DEMAND

GLOBAL PANEL DISCUSSION

Industrial demand is one of the biggest contributors of greenhouse gas
emissions, and utilities can play a vital role in decarbonising that demand. How
can utilities work with industry to develop and implement energy-efficient
technologies and practices? What are demand response programs, and how can
utilities use them to reduce the carbon footprint of industry? What is carbon
capture and storage, and how can utilities invest in these technologies to
reduce industrial emissions? How can green hydrogen be used to decarbonise
industrial demand?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Understand how new levels of cooperation between utilities and industry can
foster decarbonisation.

 

SPEAKERS

Gauri Singh

Deputy Director-General

IRENA

Dr. Afif Al Yafei

CEO

TRANSCO

Charles-Edouard Mellagui

CEO, Cable Business Unit

Ducab

David Cullerier

Vice President Flexible Generation

Engie

MODERATOR

Mohammad Ayub

Partner

McKinsey

Back

Monday 08 May 2023

16:10 - 17:00


EXPLORING THE ROLE OF UTILITIES IN DECARBONISING INDUSTRIAL DEMAND

Industrial demand is one of the biggest contributors of greenhouse gas
emissions, and utilities can play a vital role in decarbonising that demand. How
can utilities work with industry to develop and implement energy-efficient
technologies and practices? What are demand response programs, and how can
utilities use them to reduce the carbon footprint of industry? What is carbon
capture and storage, and how can utilities invest in these technologies to
reduce industrial emissions? How can green hydrogen be used to decarbonise
industrial demand?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Understand how new levels of cooperation between utilities and industry can
foster decarbonisation.

 

SPEAKERS

Gauri Singh

Deputy Director-General

Dr. Afif Al Yafei

CEO

Charles-Edouard Mellagui

CEO, Cable Business Unit

David Cullerier

Vice President Flexible Generation

MODERATOR

Mohammad Ayub

Partner

10:00 - 11:00

GEOPOLITICS AND WATER-ENERGY SECURITY: ASSESSING IMPACT

MINISTERIAL SESSION

Recent events have significantly impacted energy supply and demand dynamics
resulting in rising prices for consumers and end users globally. With multiple
droughts around the world, how can countries ensure reliable and affordable
access to electricity, gas, and water supplies? What policies can be put in
place to protect consumers from increasing electricity and gas bills? What
potential solutions exist to address the intersection of geopolitics and
water-energy security and ensure sustainable energy and water supplies for the
future?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

This key session will elaborate on the reliability and affordability of power
and water supplies.

SPEAKERS

His Excellency Awaidha Murshed Al Marar

Chairman, Abu Dhabi Department of Energy

United Arab Emirates

His Excellency Walid Fayad

Minister of Energy and Water

Lebanon

His Excellency Alberto Pimentel Mata

Minister of Energy and Mines

Guatemala

MODERATOR

Nawied Jabarkhyl

Director - Head of International Media Relations

APCO Worldwide

Back

Tuesday 09 May 2023

10:00 - 11:00


GEOPOLITICS AND WATER-ENERGY SECURITY: ASSESSING IMPACT

Recent events have significantly impacted energy supply and demand dynamics
resulting in rising prices for consumers and end users globally. With multiple
droughts around the world, how can countries ensure reliable and affordable
access to electricity, gas, and water supplies? What policies can be put in
place to protect consumers from increasing electricity and gas bills? What
potential solutions exist to address the intersection of geopolitics and
water-energy security and ensure sustainable energy and water supplies for the
future?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

This key session will elaborate on the reliability and affordability of power
and water supplies.

SPEAKERS

His Excellency Awaidha Murshed Al Marar

Chairman, Abu Dhabi Department of Energy

His Excellency Walid Fayad

Minister of Energy and Water

His Excellency Alberto Pimentel Mata

Minister of Energy and Mines

MODERATOR

Nawied Jabarkhyl

Director - Head of International Media Relations

11:00 - 11:30

PURSUING ENERGY SECURITY AND SUSTAINABILITY IN PARALLEL

INDUSTRY DIALOGUE

Energy security and sustainability are both critical priorities for governments,
businesses, and industry. What are the key drivers of energy security and
sustainability, and how can they be balanced? Are new supply dynamics forcing
decision makers to prioritize one over the other? Or can they remain parallel
pursuits? What role are renewables playing in the delivery of energy security?
What are the barriers to achieving both energy security and sustainability, and
how can they be overcome?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Learn about energy security and sustainability in the current energy transition
scenario.

 

SPEAKERS

Linda Mabhena-Olagunju

Founder & CEO

DLO Energy Resources Group Pty Ltd

Daniela Gentile

CEO

 Ansaldo Green Tech

MODERATOR

Eithne Treanor

Moderator

World Utilities Congress

Back

Tuesday 09 May 2023

11:00 - 11:30


PURSUING ENERGY SECURITY AND SUSTAINABILITY IN PARALLEL

Energy security and sustainability are both critical priorities for governments,
businesses, and industry. What are the key drivers of energy security and
sustainability, and how can they be balanced? Are new supply dynamics forcing
decision makers to prioritize one over the other? Or can they remain parallel
pursuits? What role are renewables playing in the delivery of energy security?
What are the barriers to achieving both energy security and sustainability, and
how can they be overcome?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Learn about energy security and sustainability in the current energy transition
scenario.

 

SPEAKERS

Linda Mabhena-Olagunju

Founder & CEO

Daniela Gentile

CEO

MODERATOR

Eithne Treanor

Moderator

11:30 - 12:30

DECARBONISING CITIES

GLOBAL PANEL DISCUSSION

Urban areas are responsible for a significant portion of global greenhouse gas
emissions, and cities must take the lead in the energy transition journey. How
we plan, build, manage, and power our cities in the future will dramatically
reduce their energy-related greenhouse gas emissions. What are the opportunities
to reduce demand for power and water in cities as populations urbanise and adapt
to a changing environment? How can technology be leveraged to support
decarbonisation efforts in cities? How can renewable energy be integrated into
urban infrastructure? How can we ensure that decarbonisation efforts are
equitable? What are the economic benefits of decarbonising cities, and how can
we ensure that these benefits are realised?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Hear from energy leaders and city planners on the opportunities to decarbonise
cities.

 

SPEAKERS

Sylvie Jéhanno

CEO

Dalkia, an EDF Group subsidiary

Khalid Al Qubaisi

CEO

Abu Dhabi Energy Services (ADES)

Khalid Al Marzooqi

CEO

Tabreed

Renaud Capris

CEO

Enova

Santiago Bañales López

Managing Director

Iberdrola Innovation Middle East

MODERATOR

Alexander Sarac

Partner

Addleshaw Goddard

Back

Tuesday 09 May 2023

11:30 - 12:30


DECARBONISING CITIES

Urban areas are responsible for a significant portion of global greenhouse gas
emissions, and cities must take the lead in the energy transition journey. How
we plan, build, manage, and power our cities in the future will dramatically
reduce their energy-related greenhouse gas emissions. What are the opportunities
to reduce demand for power and water in cities as populations urbanise and adapt
to a changing environment? How can technology be leveraged to support
decarbonisation efforts in cities? How can renewable energy be integrated into
urban infrastructure? How can we ensure that decarbonisation efforts are
equitable? What are the economic benefits of decarbonising cities, and how can
we ensure that these benefits are realised?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Hear from energy leaders and city planners on the opportunities to decarbonise
cities.

 

SPEAKERS

Sylvie Jéhanno

CEO

Khalid Al Qubaisi

CEO

Khalid Al Marzooqi

CEO

Renaud Capris

CEO

Santiago Bañales López

Managing Director

MODERATOR

Alexander Sarac

Partner

12:30 - 13:00

NO TRANSITION WITHOUT TRANSMISSION

INDUSTRY DIALOGUE

Reaching net-zero requires accelerated investment in clean energy technologies
to reduce, and eventually phase out, reliance on fossil fuels. Policymakers and
business leaders need to act now to overhaul carbon-intensive grids and scale-up
renewables production and storage capacity. What are the challenges associated
with upgrading and expanding transmission infrastructure, and how can they be
addressed? What role can technology play in optimising transmission
infrastructure and improving its efficiency? What is needed to ensure the
infrastructure build out remains ahead of the generation capacity additions on
the road to net-zero?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Hear from industry leaders on the importance of upgrading power transmission
infrastructure to support the transition to a clean energy future.

 

SPEAKERS

Omar Al Hashmi

Executive Director of Transmission & Distribution

TAQA

Ben Backwell

CEO

Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)

Simon Morrish

CEO

xlinks

MODERATOR

Tomasz Marciniak

Managing Director

McKinsey

Back

Tuesday 09 May 2023

12:30 - 13:00


NO TRANSITION WITHOUT TRANSMISSION

Reaching net-zero requires accelerated investment in clean energy technologies
to reduce, and eventually phase out, reliance on fossil fuels. Policymakers and
business leaders need to act now to overhaul carbon-intensive grids and scale-up
renewables production and storage capacity. What are the challenges associated
with upgrading and expanding transmission infrastructure, and how can they be
addressed? What role can technology play in optimising transmission
infrastructure and improving its efficiency? What is needed to ensure the
infrastructure build out remains ahead of the generation capacity additions on
the road to net-zero?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Hear from industry leaders on the importance of upgrading power transmission
infrastructure to support the transition to a clean energy future.

 

SPEAKERS

Omar Al Hashmi

Executive Director of Transmission & Distribution

Ben Backwell

CEO

Simon Morrish

CEO

MODERATOR

Tomasz Marciniak

Managing Director

14:00 - 14:45

ACCELERATING GLOBAL ACTION ON CLEAN ENERGY AND ENERGY SECURITY

MINISTERIAL SESSION

The global energy landscape is evolving rapidly, and climate change has made it
imperative to accelerate the transition to clean and sustainable energy sources.
At the same time, energy security remains a critical concern, particularly in
the context of geopolitical tensions, supply disruptions, and increasing energy
demand. International cooperation is imperative to advance clean energy
deployment, share best practices, and pool resources to address common
challenges, including financing and technology transfer mechanisms. What
strategies can be adopted to diversify energy sources, reduce dependence on
fossil fuels, and promote the integration of renewable energy into the grid,
while also investing in clean energy infrastructure to enhance resilience and
energy security? How can private sector be incentivised to invest in clean
energy and energy security initiatives? What strategies can we implement to
close the energy access gap?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Energy ministers discuss how international cooperation can accelerate the
adoption of renewables and enhance global energy security.

SPEAKERS

His Excellency Romeo Mikautadze

First Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development

Georgia

Jisman P Hutajulu

Director General of Electricity

Indonesia

MODERATOR

Eithne Treanor

Moderator

World Utilities Congress

Back

Tuesday 09 May 2023

14:00 - 14:45


ACCELERATING GLOBAL ACTION ON CLEAN ENERGY AND ENERGY SECURITY

The global energy landscape is evolving rapidly, and climate change has made it
imperative to accelerate the transition to clean and sustainable energy sources.
At the same time, energy security remains a critical concern, particularly in
the context of geopolitical tensions, supply disruptions, and increasing energy
demand. International cooperation is imperative to advance clean energy
deployment, share best practices, and pool resources to address common
challenges, including financing and technology transfer mechanisms. What
strategies can be adopted to diversify energy sources, reduce dependence on
fossil fuels, and promote the integration of renewable energy into the grid,
while also investing in clean energy infrastructure to enhance resilience and
energy security? How can private sector be incentivised to invest in clean
energy and energy security initiatives? What strategies can we implement to
close the energy access gap?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Energy ministers discuss how international cooperation can accelerate the
adoption of renewables and enhance global energy security.

SPEAKERS

His Excellency Romeo Mikautadze

First Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development

Jisman P Hutajulu

Director General of Electricity

MODERATOR

Eithne Treanor

Moderator

14:45 - 15:30

DAWN OF A NEW ERA IN THE POWER-WATER NEXUS

GLOBAL PANEL DISCUSSION

Since power plants require large amounts of water and water plants require large
amounts of power, both utilities have been intrinsically linked. Given this
interdependency, how can water desalination plants help balance peak demand for
power? What is the role of Reverse Osmosis in this? How does the introduction of
renewable energy sources change the relationship between power and water?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Understand the challenges and opportunities of new innovations and technologies
to unlock the water-energy nexus.

 

SPEAKERS

Mohammed Berki Al-Zuabi

CEO

Marafiq

Jihad Mahamid

Secretary General

Ministry of Water & Irrigation, Jordan

Robin Mills

CEO

Qamar Energy

Farid Al Awlaqi

Executive Director of Generation

TAQA

Khadija Hasan Bin Braik

Technical Regulation Director

Abu Dhabi Department of Energy

MODERATOR

Julio de la Rosa

ME Development Director

Acciona

Back

Tuesday 09 May 2023

14:45 - 15:30


DAWN OF A NEW ERA IN THE POWER-WATER NEXUS

Since power plants require large amounts of water and water plants require large
amounts of power, both utilities have been intrinsically linked. Given this
interdependency, how can water desalination plants help balance peak demand for
power? What is the role of Reverse Osmosis in this? How does the introduction of
renewable energy sources change the relationship between power and water?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Understand the challenges and opportunities of new innovations and technologies
to unlock the water-energy nexus.

 

SPEAKERS

Mohammed Berki Al-Zuabi

CEO

Jihad Mahamid

Secretary General

Robin Mills

CEO

Farid Al Awlaqi

Executive Director of Generation

Khadija Hasan Bin Braik

Technical Regulation Director

MODERATOR

Julio de la Rosa

ME Development Director

15:30 - 16:15

HYDROGEN – PUTTING THE PIECES OF THE PUZZLE TOGETHER

GLOBAL PANEL DISCUSSION

Hydrogen holds significant potential in reducing the world’s reliance on
hydrocarbons, abating emissions and getting closer to net-zero. However, what is
necessary to be able to realise this potential? Which policies and regulations
will accelerate hydrogen adoption? Is hydrogen infrastructure developing fast
enough? Where will the money to fund hydrogen developments come from? What
technology will help to scale up hydrogen adoption? What is the role of carbon
capture in it? And, finally, what will be the major hydrogen use: will it slowly
displace gas in electricity production? Will it be used in fuel cells to power
electric vehicles? Will it be used as fuel in other industries such as shipping
or aviation?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Hydrogen leaders convene to discuss the rapidly developing hydrogen economy.

 

SPEAKERS

Roger Martella

Chief Sustainability Officer

GE Vernova

Ashwani Dudeja

President & Director (Green Hydrogen & Ammonia)

ACME Group

Gavin Rennick

President

SLB New Energy

Stephan Gobert

SVP Hydrogen, ENGIE AMEA

Engie

Alessandro Bresciani

Senior VP, Climate Technology Solutions

Baker Hughes

MODERATOR

Jeffrey Beyer

Managing Director

Zest Associates

Back

Tuesday 09 May 2023

15:30 - 16:15


HYDROGEN – PUTTING THE PIECES OF THE PUZZLE TOGETHER

Hydrogen holds significant potential in reducing the world’s reliance on
hydrocarbons, abating emissions and getting closer to net-zero. However, what is
necessary to be able to realise this potential? Which policies and regulations
will accelerate hydrogen adoption? Is hydrogen infrastructure developing fast
enough? Where will the money to fund hydrogen developments come from? What
technology will help to scale up hydrogen adoption? What is the role of carbon
capture in it? And, finally, what will be the major hydrogen use: will it slowly
displace gas in electricity production? Will it be used in fuel cells to power
electric vehicles? Will it be used as fuel in other industries such as shipping
or aviation?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Hydrogen leaders convene to discuss the rapidly developing hydrogen economy.

 

SPEAKERS

Roger Martella

Chief Sustainability Officer

Ashwani Dudeja

President & Director (Green Hydrogen & Ammonia)

Gavin Rennick

President

Stephan Gobert

SVP Hydrogen, ENGIE AMEA

Alessandro Bresciani

Senior VP, Climate Technology Solutions

MODERATOR

Jeffrey Beyer

Managing Director

16:15 - 17:00

BOOSTING INVESTMENT THROUGH INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

GLOBAL PANEL DISCUSSION

Finance and investment are always a vital aspect of any project, especially in a
capital-intensive industry like utilities. As the world looks to accelerate the
energy transition, innovative and collaborative financing models are needed to
mobilise the necessary investments. How can strategic partnerships support
securing funds for utilities projects? How can private and public sectors
collaborate for mutual benefit? What are investors looking for in hydrogen
projects? How can renewable energy investments be de-risked?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

This session will elaborate on strategies for raising capital in the utilities
sector.

 

SPEAKERS

Steve Ridlington

CFO

TAQA

Jeremy Crane

CEO

Yellow Door Energy

René Matthies

Chief Financial Officer & Executive Director Corporate Operations

Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC)

Kashif Rana

Chief Portfolio Management Officer

ACWA Power

Lina Osman

Managing Director & Head – Sustainable Finance, West

Standard Chartered

James Crudgington

Partner - Deal Advisory

KPMG

MODERATOR

Mucha Nyandoro

CEO

Manelith

Back

Tuesday 09 May 2023

16:15 - 17:00


BOOSTING INVESTMENT THROUGH INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

Finance and investment are always a vital aspect of any project, especially in a
capital-intensive industry like utilities. As the world looks to accelerate the
energy transition, innovative and collaborative financing models are needed to
mobilise the necessary investments. How can strategic partnerships support
securing funds for utilities projects? How can private and public sectors
collaborate for mutual benefit? What are investors looking for in hydrogen
projects? How can renewable energy investments be de-risked?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

This session will elaborate on strategies for raising capital in the utilities
sector.

 

SPEAKERS

Steve Ridlington

CFO

Jeremy Crane

CEO

René Matthies

Chief Financial Officer & Executive Director Corporate Operations

Kashif Rana

Chief Portfolio Management Officer

Lina Osman

Managing Director & Head – Sustainable Finance, West

James Crudgington

Partner - Deal Advisory

MODERATOR

Mucha Nyandoro

CEO

10:30 - 11:30

FUELING INNOVATION, SECURING SUPPLY AND REDUCING EMISSIONS WITHIN WATER,
WASTEWATER AND DESALINATION COMPANIES

GLOBAL PANEL DISCUSSION

Water security is a critical part of the energy transition conversation. it is
important to adopt integrated water resource management approaches that balance
water supply and demand, protect water resources, and ensure equitable access to
water. What can be done to ensure successful water management and resilience?
How can water and wastewater companies enhance efficiency and what is the role
of data and technology? What is the role of water desalination in securing
potable water supply globally? Is recycled water a good solution to ensure water
security? And finally, as the world is moving towards net zero, what are the
pathways to decarbonise the water and wastewater sectors?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

A closer look at the direction companies need to take to solve challenges within
the water and wastewater sectors.

 

SPEAKERS

Eng Ahmed Al Shamsi

Managing Director & CEO

SWS

Ben Tam

CEO

Isle Utilities

Alain Dedieu

Global President of Water Waste Water Segment

Schneider Electric

Maarten Kanters

Managing Director

Cambi

Lu’ay Khdeir

Regional Water Market Director - Middle East

Atkins

MODERATOR

Eithne Treanor

Moderator

World Utilities Congress

Back

Wednesday 10 May 2023

10:30 - 11:30


FUELING INNOVATION, SECURING SUPPLY AND REDUCING EMISSIONS WITHIN WATER,
WASTEWATER AND DESALINATION COMPANIES

Water security is a critical part of the energy transition conversation. it is
important to adopt integrated water resource management approaches that balance
water supply and demand, protect water resources, and ensure equitable access to
water. What can be done to ensure successful water management and resilience?
How can water and wastewater companies enhance efficiency and what is the role
of data and technology? What is the role of water desalination in securing
potable water supply globally? Is recycled water a good solution to ensure water
security? And finally, as the world is moving towards net zero, what are the
pathways to decarbonise the water and wastewater sectors?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

A closer look at the direction companies need to take to solve challenges within
the water and wastewater sectors.

 

SPEAKERS

Eng Ahmed Al Shamsi

Managing Director & CEO

Ben Tam

CEO

Alain Dedieu

Global President of Water Waste Water Segment

Maarten Kanters

Managing Director

Lu’ay Khdeir

Regional Water Market Director - Middle East

MODERATOR

Eithne Treanor

Moderator

11:30 - 12:00

ADVOCATING INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY WITHIN THE UTILITIES SECTOR

INDUSTRY DIALOGUE

According to the World Economic Forum, companies in the top quartile of gender
diversity in their executive teams outperform their bottom quartile peers in
profitability by 25%. When it comes to ethnic and cultural diversity, the figure
goes up to 36%. How can businesses make the existing workforce more diverse,
reduce the gender gap and make employees feel more included? Which metric and
performance goals can help achieve this? Can financial incentives, rewards and
recognition play a role in achieving diversity goals?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Examining the practical strategies that will help with the inclusion and
diversity efforts.

 

SPEAKERS

Fatima Al-Shaygi

Vice President, UAE Asset Management

TAQA

Hebah Abbas

Sustainability Committee Chairwomen

Kuwait Water Association

Mona Alkindi

Local Division Marketing & Communication Manager, UAE

ABB Energy Industries

MODERATOR

Katarina Uherova Hasbani

Partner and Global Director of Strategy and Advisory

AESG

Back

Wednesday 10 May 2023

11:30 - 12:00


ADVOCATING INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY WITHIN THE UTILITIES SECTOR

According to the World Economic Forum, companies in the top quartile of gender
diversity in their executive teams outperform their bottom quartile peers in
profitability by 25%. When it comes to ethnic and cultural diversity, the figure
goes up to 36%. How can businesses make the existing workforce more diverse,
reduce the gender gap and make employees feel more included? Which metric and
performance goals can help achieve this? Can financial incentives, rewards and
recognition play a role in achieving diversity goals?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Examining the practical strategies that will help with the inclusion and
diversity efforts.

 

SPEAKERS

Fatima Al-Shaygi

Vice President, UAE Asset Management

Hebah Abbas

Sustainability Committee Chairwomen

Mona Alkindi

Local Division Marketing & Communication Manager, UAE

MODERATOR

Katarina Uherova Hasbani

Partner and Global Director of Strategy and Advisory

12:00 - 13:00

SATISFYING THE UTILITIES CUSTOMER OF TOMORROW

GLOBAL PANEL DISCUSSION

Customers today are more informed and aware of the impact of climate change on
the planet. What are customers seeking from their utilities providers? How can
power, water, gas and district cooling utilities improve customer experience and
meet customer needs? How can data help understand customer needs better? What
non-utility services can utilities offer to improve customer experience?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Discover what customers expect from their utilities providers and how these
expectations can be met.

 

SPEAKERS

Dr. Yousif Al Hammadi

Chief Asset Management Officer

Tabreed

Laurent Longuet

CEO

SirajPower

Henrique Pereira

CEO

Taka Solutions

Faisal Ameer Malik

Chief Technical Officer

Huawei Enterprise Business Group, Middle East and Central Asia

Simon Bartmann

Managing Director & Chief Investment Officer

EIGENSONNE

Ezzeddine Jradi

Chief Transformation & Business Excellence Officer

Emicool

MODERATOR

Jiří Waldhauser

Principal

The Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

Back

Wednesday 10 May 2023

12:00 - 13:00


SATISFYING THE UTILITIES CUSTOMER OF TOMORROW

Customers today are more informed and aware of the impact of climate change on
the planet. What are customers seeking from their utilities providers? How can
power, water, gas and district cooling utilities improve customer experience and
meet customer needs? How can data help understand customer needs better? What
non-utility services can utilities offer to improve customer experience?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Discover what customers expect from their utilities providers and how these
expectations can be met.

 

SPEAKERS

Dr. Yousif Al Hammadi

Chief Asset Management Officer

Laurent Longuet

CEO

Henrique Pereira

CEO

Faisal Ameer Malik

Chief Technical Officer

Simon Bartmann

Managing Director & Chief Investment Officer

Ezzeddine Jradi

Chief Transformation & Business Excellence Officer

MODERATOR

Jiří Waldhauser

Principal

14:00 - 15:00

THE ROLE OF ESG AND SUSTAINABLE FINANCE IN THE POWER, WATER, GAS AND DISTRICT
COOLING

GLOBAL PANEL DISCUSSION

Green finance and ESG reporting continue to be at the top of the executive
agenda. ESG and sustainable finance play an important role in promoting
sustainable and responsible practices, and are imperative to help mitigate the
risks associated with climate change, promote sustainable development, and
support the transition to a low-carbon, more sustainable future. What is the
current role of ESG in identifying, assessing, acquiring, financing and funding
utility projects? What processes and technology are available to support
decision-making? What are the challenges in ESG reporting and what strategies
and policies can help overcome them? What can utilities do to unlock the full
potential of green investments, improving national GDP and encouraging Foreign
Direct Investments (FDI)?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Understand the pivotal role of ESG and green investments in the energy
transition.

 

SPEAKERS

Noel Aoun

Executive Director of Strategy

TAQA

Paul Sakrzewski

CEO

Copperleaf

Lukáš Maršálek

Chief Finance Officer

Slovenske elektrarne

Mohab Ali Talib Al-Hinai

VP of Sustainability and Circular Economy & Co-Founder, Sustainable Investments

Oman Environmental Services Holding Company (Be'ah)

Ennis Rimawi

Managing Director

Catalyst Investment Management

Maarten ter Keurst

Managing Partner

Natural Ventures

MODERATOR

Emma Champion

Head of Regional Energy Transitions

BloombergNEF

Back

Wednesday 10 May 2023

14:00 - 15:00


THE ROLE OF ESG AND SUSTAINABLE FINANCE IN THE POWER, WATER, GAS AND DISTRICT
COOLING

Green finance and ESG reporting continue to be at the top of the executive
agenda. ESG and sustainable finance play an important role in promoting
sustainable and responsible practices, and are imperative to help mitigate the
risks associated with climate change, promote sustainable development, and
support the transition to a low-carbon, more sustainable future. What is the
current role of ESG in identifying, assessing, acquiring, financing and funding
utility projects? What processes and technology are available to support
decision-making? What are the challenges in ESG reporting and what strategies
and policies can help overcome them? What can utilities do to unlock the full
potential of green investments, improving national GDP and encouraging Foreign
Direct Investments (FDI)?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Understand the pivotal role of ESG and green investments in the energy
transition.

 

SPEAKERS

Noel Aoun

Executive Director of Strategy

Paul Sakrzewski

CEO

Lukáš Maršálek

Chief Finance Officer

Mohab Ali Talib Al-Hinai

VP of Sustainability and Circular Economy & Co-Founder, Sustainable Investments

Ennis Rimawi

Managing Director

Maarten ter Keurst

Managing Partner

MODERATOR

Emma Champion

Head of Regional Energy Transitions

15:00 - 16:00

IMPLEMENTING DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES TO IMPROVE OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY AND ENSURE
SECURITY WITHIN DISTRICT COOLING, POWER, WATER AND GAS UTILITIES

GLOBAL PANEL DISCUSSION

Digitalisation has been pivotal in transforming the utilities industry. Digital
technologies have helped manage costs, improve efficiency, serve customers
better and capture new market opportunities. Which technologies in particular
are the most relevant to the state of the industry today? What is the role of
data in optimising processes and operations and improving customer experience?
What are the challenges slowing down the adoption of digital solutions? How can
the industry ensure their critical infrastructure, employees and customers are
protected from cyber-attacks?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Gain insight into the challenges and opportunities of digital solutions within
the utilities sector.

 

SPEAKERS

Alvaro Perez

Chief Digital Officer

ACWA Power

Rabih bou Rached

Founder and CEO

FEDS Drone-powered Solutions

Vijay Jaiswal

CTO

IFS

Alexis Grenon

Global Digital Grid Senior Vice President

Schneider Electric

Matthew Timms

Advisor

Abu Dhabi Distribution Company (ADDC)

Leonardo Benítez

Global director for the Phygital division

Minsait by Indra

MODERATOR

Bart Cornelissen

Partner - Energy, Resources & Industrials Leader

Deloitte

Back

Wednesday 10 May 2023

15:00 - 16:00


IMPLEMENTING DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES TO IMPROVE OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY AND ENSURE
SECURITY WITHIN DISTRICT COOLING, POWER, WATER AND GAS UTILITIES

Digitalisation has been pivotal in transforming the utilities industry. Digital
technologies have helped manage costs, improve efficiency, serve customers
better and capture new market opportunities. Which technologies in particular
are the most relevant to the state of the industry today? What is the role of
data in optimising processes and operations and improving customer experience?
What are the challenges slowing down the adoption of digital solutions? How can
the industry ensure their critical infrastructure, employees and customers are
protected from cyber-attacks?

ATTENDEE INSIGHTS:

Gain insight into the challenges and opportunities of digital solutions within
the utilities sector.

 

SPEAKERS

Alvaro Perez

Chief Digital Officer

Rabih bou Rached

Founder and CEO

Vijay Jaiswal

CTO

Alexis Grenon

Global Digital Grid Senior Vice President

Matthew Timms

Advisor

Leonardo Benítez

Global director for the Phygital division

MODERATOR

Bart Cornelissen

Partner - Energy, Resources & Industrials Leader

 * Monday 08 May 2023 Day One
 * Tuesday 09 May 2023 Day Two
 * Wednesday 10 May 2023 Day Three


GLOBAL EXPERT LEADERS CONFIRMED TO SPEAK INCLUDE

Previous

EITHNE TREANOR

Moderator

World Utilities Congress

JIŘÍ WALDHAUSER

Principal

The Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

EMMA CHAMPION

Head of Regional Energy Transitions

BloombergNEF

MOHAMMAD AYUB

Partner

McKinsey

HIS EXCELLENCY ENG. AHMED MOHAMMED BELAJER AL RUMAITHI

Undersecretary

Abu Dhabi Department of Energy

HER HIGHNESS SHEIKHA SHAMMA BINT SULTAN BIN KHALIFA AL NAHYAN

President and Chief Executive Officer

UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA)

HIS EXCELLENCY SUHAIL BIN MOHAMED AL MAZROUEI

Minister of Energy and Infrastructure

United Arab Emirates

HIS EXCELLENCY AWAIDHA MURSHED AL MARAR

Chairman, Abu Dhabi Department of Energy

United Arab Emirates

HIS EXCELLENCY YASER BIN EBRAHIM HUMAIDAN

Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs

Kingdom of Bahrain

HIS EXCELLENCY MOHAMED SHAKER EL-MARKABI

Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy

Egypt

DR. KATHRYN HUFF

Assistant Secretary, Office of Nuclear Energy, Department of Energy

United States of America

HIS EXCELLENCY MIKA LINTILA

Minister for Economic Affairs

Finland

HIS EXCELLENCY PÉTER SZIJJÁRTÓ

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Hungary

HIS EXCELLENCY ALBERTO PIMENTEL MATA

Minister of Energy and Mines

Guatemala

HIS EXCELLENCY JURABEK MIRZAMAHMUDOV

Minister of Energy

Uzbekistan

THE HONOURABLE ABDOULIE JOBE

Minister of Petroleum & Energy

Republic of The Gambia

HONOURABLE SODA ZHEMU

Minister of Energy and Power Development

Zimbabwe

HIS EXCELLENCY IBRAHIM UWIZEYE

Minister of Energy and Mines

Burundi

HIS EXCELLENCY WALID FAYAD

Minister of Energy and Water

Lebanon

HIS EXCELLENCY ROMEO MIKAUTADZE

First Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development

Georgia

JISMAN P HUTAJULU

Director General of Electricity

Indonesia

HIS EXCELLENCY ENG. AHMED MOHAMMED BELAJER AL RUMAITHI

Undersecretary

Abu Dhabi Department of Energy

JASIM HUSAIN THABET

Group CEO & Managing Director.

TAQA

HIS EXCELLENCY MOHAMED AL HAMMADI

Managing Director & CEO

Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation

ADNAN AMIN

CEO

28th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28)

LUC RÉMONT

Chairman & CEO

EDF

LORENZO SIMONELLI

Chairman, President and CEO

Baker Hughes

MOHAMED JAMEEL AL RAMAHI

CEO

Masdar

FRANCESCO LA CAMERA

Director General

International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

DR. SAMA BILBAO Y LEON

Director General

World Nuclear Association

ENG AHMED AL SHAMSI

Managing Director & CEO

SWS

BEN BACKWELL

CEO

Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)

BRUNO BENSASSON

CEO

EDF Renewables

DR. AFIF AL YAFEI

CEO

TRANSCO

GAURI SINGH

Deputy Director-General

IRENA

KHALID AL QUBAISI

CEO

Abu Dhabi Energy Services (ADES)

LINDA MABHENA-OLAGUNJU

Founder & CEO

DLO Energy Resources Group Pty Ltd

MOHAMMED BERKI AL-ZUABI

CEO

Marafiq

KHALID AL MARZOOQI

CEO

Tabreed

SYLVIE JÉHANNO

CEO

Dalkia, an EDF Group subsidiary

GREG JACKSON

Founder and CEO

Octopus Energy Group

PAUL SAKRZEWSKI

CEO

Copperleaf

DANIELA GENTILE

CEO

 Ansaldo Green Tech

CHARLES-EDOUARD MELLAGUI

CEO, Cable Business Unit

Ducab

JIHAD MAHAMID

Secretary General

Ministry of Water & Irrigation, Jordan

OMAR AL HASHMI

Executive Director of Transmission & Distribution

TAQA

RENAUD CAPRIS

CEO

Enova

JEREMY CRANE

CEO

Yellow Door Energy

ROBIN MILLS

CEO

Qamar Energy

LAURENT LONGUET

CEO

SirajPower

SIMON MORRISH

CEO

xlinks

STEVE RIDLINGTON

CFO

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