About the World Energy Congress

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REDESIGNING ENERGY FOR PEOPLE AND PLANET

The 26th World Energy Congress is a critical turning point for leadership on clean and inclusive energy transitions worldwide and an opportunity to spring forward in redesigning energy for people and planet.

“Against a backdrop of new energy insecurity concerns and the increasing damages that climate change is inflicting on the Earth’s natural life support system, it is neither easy nor enough to translate net zero roadmaps into reality. It is important to develop a shared and deeper understanding of the role of increasingly diverse energy systems in enabling a safe operating space for humanity. It is urgent to involve more people and communities and identify leading practices in inclusive implementation. The best way forward is to support diverse regions in leading with and learning from each other and appreciate the diversity of place-based, clean and just energy transitions.”

Dr Angela Wilkinson, Secretary General and CEO, World Energy Council

Congress in Numbers

18,000
Total attendance from across the world
150
Countries and Territories
7,000+
International Energy Stakeholders
250+
Speakers
100
Exhibitors
70
Ministers
60+
Sessions
1,200+
Media Representatives

Congress in Numbers

18,000
Total attendance from across the world
150
Countries and Territories
7,000+
International Energy Stakeholders
250+
Speakers
100
Exhibitors
70
Ministers
60+
Sessions
1,200+
Media Representatives

What makes the world energy congress different?

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The most visionary and truly inclusive world energy leadership convening, bringing together all sectors, industries, technologies and geographies ​

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Impact-focused content programme built on the collective insights and experience of our unique 100-year-old global network of over 3,000 member organisations and a presence in nearly 100 countries

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The only global energy event that connects the entire energy ecosystem and puts people and communities at the heart of making energy transitions happen in an era of energy for people and planet

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The world’s longest established energy event, informed by the World Energy Council’s unique position as the impartial and pragmatic voice of the global energy agenda and our remarkable 100-year-old heritage

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An immersive and interactive experience that inspires progressive and pragmatic leadership thinking and collaborative and constructive leadership action

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Only the Council has the deeply local and globally networked convening power to deliver a world-class, independent and impactful energy event on this scale

About the Congress

Hosting more than 7,000 international energy stakeholders and 100 exhibitors across 30,000 sqm. of exhibition space, attracting a total attendance of 18,000 over four days, the Congress connects and inspires experienced and future energy leaders and practitioners from around the world.

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Uniting visionary leaders, policy makers, C-suite executives, industry experts, entrepreneurs and young energy leaders

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Convening countries, businesses and communities of all shapes and sizes

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Enabling constructive leadership dialogues that involve whole energy ecosystems

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THE WORLD ENERGY COUNCIL

The World Energy Council is the world’s oldest independent and impartial community of energy leaders and practitioners. Through our Humanising Energy vision, we involve more people and communities in accelerating clean and inclusive energy transitions in all world regions. Formed in 1923, the Council is a UN-accredited global energy body that has convened diverse interests from across the full energy ecosystem for a century, and today has over 3,000 member organisations and a presence in nearly 100 countries. Our global network draws from governments, private and state corporations, academia and civil society, as well as current and future energy leaders. We collaborate on impact programmes and inform local, regional and global energy agendas in support of our enduring mission: to promote the sustainable use and supply of energy for the benefit of all people. Further details at www.worldenergy.org and on LinkedIn and Twitter.

THE WORLD ENERGY COUNCIL THE NETHERLANDS

The World Energy Council The Netherlands is an independent organisation that aims to bring politics, industry and science together to achieve high-quality solutions to energy issues for all stakeholders, including: industry, consumers, Non-Governmental Organisations, scientific organisations and governments. World Energy Council NL collaborates with other parties, both within their international network and beyond with governments and organisations active in the energy sector, science, and other interested parties. Their mission is to provide information on global, regional, and national strategies by holding events and symposia with a high scientific content, publishing leading scientific articles and making use of the extensive international network to enter a dialogue on energy issues in the Netherlands and the world around us.

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REGISTER NOW

Together we will transform bold vision into action and shape the next 100 years of world energy. Join us in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, at the 26th World Energy Congress as we make energy transitions happen.

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"As an energy entrepreneur from Nairobi, I'm looking forward to seeing how the World Energy Congress promotes better energy for communities in Africa and to being inspired by how others are tackling the global challenge of modern energy access for all."

Charlot Magayi

Founder and CEO, Mukuru Clean Stoves

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"Three major world crisis - covid, climate and conflict - have revealed the importance and fragility of energy systems. They have reminded us that we must manage the energy trilemma of security, affordability, and sustainability to avoid new shocks and crises."

Ben Hutt

Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Evergen

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"As we enter the age of the Anthropocene, our human footprint deepens, and we are changing the world as never before. I'm looking forward to conversations about energy for both people and planet at the 26th World Energy Congress, as we prepare for a fundamental shift in how we live."

Gaia Vince

Journalist, Broadcaster and Author

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"Few events can boast of bringing together such diverse energy leadership and the perspectives of so many different sectors under one roof. I look forward to reconnecting with my peers at the 26th World Energy Congress."

Dr. Leonhard Birnbaum

CEO and Chairman of the Board of Management, E.ON

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"We know that new zero is not enough and at ACCIONA we have a planet-positive strategy and the provision of renewable energy is at the heart of regeneration. It's a privilege to be part of the 26th World Energy Congress and its vision to redesign energy for people and the planet"

Rafael Mateo

Chief Executive Officer, ACCIONA EnergÍa