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WEC Secretary General and CEO, Angela Wilkinson is joined by fellow energy professionals

Community conversations

Over the course of the two days immediately prior to the 26th World Energy Congress, the World Energy Council’s membership will convene for significant governance meetings and strategic community conversations. This will culminate in the full Executive Assembly Plenary, where the strategic direction of the Council will be collectively agreed upon by its members.

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Executive Assembly

The Executive Assembly Plenary is the annual general membership meeting of the World Energy Council. The members have ultimate authority in the governance of the World Energy Council as provided in the Articles of Association and are overall responsible for managing the Council’s affairs. 

Each Member Committee is entitled to be represented at the Executive Assembly Plenary, which is the ultimate governing authority for the Council. All Member Committees have one vote in the Executive Assembly, regardless of size or subscription category.

MEMBERSHIP OF THE WORLD ENERGY COUNCIL

The World Energy Council’s global member community lies at the heart of the organisation, connecting over 3,000 organisations and national Member Committees in nearly 100 countries. Its network of energy leaders, experts and young professionals are driving impact across the full energy ecosystem to make energy transitions happen faster, fairer, and further. 

Find out more about the World Energy Council membership network and how to get involved.

"I’m honoured to be joining so many visionary female leaders at the 26th World Energy Congress as we come together from all regions and industries to build a brighter future for people and the planet."

Sara Akbar

Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Oilserv Kuwait

"We know that net 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

"At Qcells, we are committed to delivering clean energy worldwide through our cutting-edge solar technology. I look forward to bringing the voice of solar and storage and our perspective on how to grow this promising industry to the 2024 World Energy Congress."

Dr Danielle Merfeld

EVP and Global Chief Technology Officer at Qcells

"As a proud Patron of the World Energy Council, I’m delighted to be part of the next World Energy Congress as together we harness our collective experience and solutions to build a net zero energy future."

Luc Remont

Chairman & CEO, Electricité de France (EDF)

"A just transition, for Africa, will not be possible without access to sustainable finance, the pursuit of economic development goals and the empowerment of women. The 2024 World Energy Congress will be a unique opportunity to accelerate energy transitions in Africa and beyond."

Rolake Akinkugbe-Filani

Chief Commercial Officer, Mixta Africa (ARM Group)