Curtis & Wyss

Risk & Portfolio Management in Energy Sector

Keynote Speakers

Tanmay Bahl

Carbon Trading

Louis Dreyfus Company

Arnaud Goussebaïle

Researcher

ETH Zürich

Jean-Baptiste Dutto

IGSNR (General Inspection for Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection)

EDF

Michael Bradshaw

Professor of Global Energy

Warwick Business School is a department of the University of Warwick

Caner Can

Senior Policy Advisor for Energy

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Daniel Major

Chief Executive Officer

Goviex

Nazim Khiari

EU Energy Policy & Regulation

Council of European Energy Regulators (CEER)

Agenda

Here's what's scheduled for the event. All Times are in BST.

AGENDA, DAY ONE
09:00	REGISTRATION AND WELCOME COFFEE
09:30	OPENING ADDRESS FROM THE CHAIRMAN
09:40	ENERGY MARKET VOLATILITY AND PRICE RISK MANAGEMENT Case study • Analyzing the sources of energy price volatility and exploring risk management tools • How energy price volatility has affected the profitability of Energy Company. • Analyze and predict historical, future price trends, evaluating exposure to different energy sources, and forecasting potential market scenarios. • Fluctuating energy market landscape, highlighting factors such as geopolitical events (e.g., trade disputes, sanctions) • Impact on company energy sources from various suppliers and buyers like residential, commercial, and industrial customers. • Explore how Energy Company can diversify its energy portfolio to balance exposure to different energy sources
10:20	SPEED NETWORKING Innovative approach to maximize networking capabilities through two minutes periods, where delegates can meet their peers and exchange business cards before rotating to the next company representative.
10:50	MORNING COFFEE AND NETWORKING BREAK
11:20	IMPACT OF RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR ON ENERGY SUPPLIES AND PRICES Case study • Impact of the conflict on different energy commodities. • Redefine global energy markets and trade relationships. • Exploring energy security concerns and policy decisions. • Future contract of each energy commodities and daily settlements.
12:00	DATA ANALYTICS IN POWER & UTILITIES Case study • The exponential growth of data analytics in power and utility industries. • Trends and challenges of digital technologies data analytics and reform business relationships. • Figure out an optimal Investment strategy and preferences in investment policies.
12:40	RENEWABLE ENERGY OPERATIONS, MAINTENANCE AND RISK Case study • Quantify the financial impact of unplanned maintenance downtime on revenue generation. • Explore how a reliable supply chain and efficient inventory management contribute to minimizing downtime. • Highlight its capacity, annual energy production, cost and its contribution to reducing carbon emissions. • Address the various risks associated with solar farm operations, such as equipment failure, performance degradation, and financial risks.
13:20	BUSINESS LUNCH
14:30	RISK ASSESSMENT AND MITIGATION STRATEGIES Case study • Explain the company's strategies to mitigate financial risks during the transition. • Analyze the risks associated with each type of energy asset, considering factors like price volatility, regulatory changes, and environmental impacts. • Hedging mechanisms and smart timing of divestitures.
15:10	INVESTMENT FUND'S DIVERSIFIED PORTFOLIO, WHICH INCLUDES OIL, GAS, AND RENEWABLE ENERGY ASSETS. Case study • Explain how the fund’s evaluate exit strategies for each asset class. • Inclusion of diverse energy assets in the portfolio provides risk reduction benefits. • Discussing factors that influence supply, demand, and pricing, such as geopolitical events, technological advancements, and policy changes. • Analyze the potential impacts of the global energy transition on the portfolio. • Discuss the environmental impact of each asset class.
15:50	NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
16:20	ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCES Case study • Highlight the company's efforts to invest in renewable energy sources • Highlight situations where the company must choose between environmental sustainability and economic reasons, and how it overcomes such obstacles. • Technology upgrades to reduce emissions and improve energy efficiency across its coal and gas power plants.
17:00	PANEL DISCUSSION This panel, led by a Technology and Innovation expert, focuses on the energy impact of technology. A Data Scientist describes the predictive roles of data analytics and AI. A Cybersecurity Specialist deals with digital risks and security measures. A Renewable Energy Technology Innovator emphasizes technological efficiency gains and risk mitigation. A Supply Chain Expert reveals the role of IoT and blockchain in increasing transparency. The impact of technology on energy risk and innovation takes centre stage.
17:30	CHAIRMAN’S CLOSING REMARKS AND END OF DAY ONE
17:40	COCKTAIL RECEPTION
AGENDA, DAY TWO
09:00	REGISTRATION AND WELCOME COFFEE
09:30	OPENING ADDRESS FROM THE CHAIRMAN
09:40	PEAK DEMAND MANAGEMENT Case study • Integration of large-scale battery storage systems to manage energy supply-demand. • Briefly introduce different battery technologies commonly used in energy storage. • Explore scalability based on energy needs.
10:20	CARBON PRICING AND TAXATION Case study • Explore how companies factor in carbon pricing when making investment decisions, adjusting production processes. • Analyse how carbon pricing affects different sectors within the energy industry. • Working model of cap-and-trade systems.
11:00	MORNING COFFEE AND NETWORKING BREAK
11:30	SUPPLY CHAIN AND SPARE PARTS MANAGEMENT Case study • Energy Industry Trends and Their Implications on Spare Parts Management. • Mapping the Energy Supply Chain: From Exploration to Delivery. • Inventory Management Strategies.
12:10	FINANCING THE SWISS NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS, DECOMMISSIONING AND FINAL WASTE DISPOSAL. Case study • History and future of nuclear energy in Switzerland. • The legal and institutional framework for decommissioning and final waste disposal. • The decommissioning and waste disposal funds. • The cost studies and their evaluations- How to ensure that the probability of cost overruns is limited to 20 per cent.
12:50	BUSINESS LUNCH
14:00	CYBERSECURITY IN THE ENERGY SECTOR: MITIGATION DIGITAL RISKS Case study • Protection of critical infrastructure from cyber threats. • Ensuring data integrity and privacy. • Case studies of successful cyber risk management.
14:40	ANTICIPATING FUTURE RISKS AND OPPORTUNITIES IN ENERGY CASE STUDY • Geopolitical trends and their impact on energy markets. • Technological disruptions and their implications.
15:20	NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
15:50	PANEL DISCUSSION Explore the important topics with an Energy Transition and Sustainability specialist who goes into the dynamics of the energy transition. A Renewable Energy Expert investigates the possibilities, hazards, and integration techniques of renewable energy. A representative from the fossil fuel industry weighs transition problems and trends. A Financial Analyst reveals investor insights on risk assessment and investment options. A Regulatory Specialist describes the policy implications and alternative paths.

Venue

Venue: Vienna, Austria

On behalf of Curtis & Wyss Group, it is a pleasure to invite you to participate at the Risk & Portfolio Management in Energy Sector, Conference scheduled on 7th-8th December 2023 the energy industry is essential to advancing economies, technology, and sustainable development in the quickly changing world of today. But this industry is also characterized by intrinsic complexity and unpredictability, necessitating skilful risk management and strategic portfolio planning.

This premier B2B event provided a platform for industry experts, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to come together and it’s an excellent opportunity to connect, collaborate, and exchange knowledge/ideas with fellow thought leaders in the Energy and Export and explore the multifaceted landscape of risk management and portfolio strategies in the energy sector. It is an honour and privilege to invite you to participate on this Conference. We look forward to welcoming you at the Conference in Vienna, Austria.

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