Morten Wierod

Join us for the Leadership Dialogue on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 9:00 to 9:20 am CST. This session will focus on key themes shaping the energy sector, including the oil value chain, political and economic dynamics, trade, and supply chain considerations. Participants will gain insights into how these factors influence strategic decision-making and the broader energy landscape.

President and CEO

Peter Terwiesch

Join us for the session “Transforming the Energy Industry: How Technology Will Change Business Models” on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 2:35 pm to 3:15 pm CST. As digital capabilities become central to performance and competitiveness, business models and strategic partnerships among technology companies serving the energy sector are evolving rapidly. This discussion will explore how software, AI, and digital platforms are reshaping operations, enhancing safety, and driving collaboration across increasingly complex energy value chains. Participants will also examine the growing importance of cybersecurity and how it intersects with digital transformation. Led by moderator Atul Arya, the session features insights from Ryder Booth, Chief Technology and Engineering Officer at Chevron, on how digital-focused business models are accelerating transformation while managing risk.

Executive Committee Member and President, Automation

Per Erik Holsten

Join us for the session “Strategies for Tomorrow: New Markets and Low-Carbon Energy” on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 11:30 am to 12:10 pm CST. This discussion will explore how the intersection of traditional and emerging energy markets is shaping the future global energy landscape. With oil, gas, and LNG markets operating alongside rapidly growing zero-carbon energy and renewables, companies are navigating diverse technologies, market dynamics, and pressures from the energy transition. The session will highlight strategies for pursuing growth in both traditional and low-carbon sectors, examining the role of hydrogen and other low-carbon fuels in shaping tomorrow’s energy system. Moderated by Kurt Barrow, SVP Head of Oil, Fuel, and Chemicals Research at S&P, the conversation features insights from Meg Gentle, Executive Director of the Board at HIF Global, Fahad Al-Dhubaib, SVP Strategy and Market Analysis at Saudi Aramco, and Daisuke Hirota.

Division President, Energy Industries

Scott McKay

Join us for “Smart Demand: Managing Energy Use for a More Efficient Grid” on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 10:30 am to 11:10 am CST. As grid reliability increasingly depends on smarter consumption, demand-side innovation is becoming a key driver of a resilient, low-carbon energy system. This session will explore how demand-side management is evolving from a niche efficiency tool into a central element of grid strategy, leveraging advances in automation, predictive analytics, and pricing models to balance supply and demand. Discussions will address challenges around scalability, consumer engagement, and market incentives, highlighting how AI can shape future energy demand. Moderated by Sylvain Cognet-Dauphin, the session features insights from Junbo Zhao, Associate Professor at Dartmouth College.

Division Manager, Americas, Energy Industries

Gino Hernandez

Join us for “AI in Energy: Managing the Transformation” on Monday, March 23, 2026, from 9:30 to 10:00 am CST. This session will examine the critical role AI plays in guiding the energy sector through its ongoing transformation. Participants will explore key challenges in AI adoption, including identifying where to integrate AI into workflows, merging advanced technologies with traditional practices, and ensuring effective collaboration between human and AI teams. Moderated by Paul Markwell, Senior Associate at CERAWeek, the discussion features insights from Conner Prochaska, Director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) at the U.S. Department of Energy, and Hector Rocha, Global AI Energy Lead at Accenture.

SVP, Global Digital, Energy Industries

Cody Falcon

Join us for “Agentic AI: Embracing Autonomy” on Thursday, March 26, from 10:00 to 10:30 am CST. This session will explore how agentic AI—systems capable of autonomous, goal-oriented action—is transforming the management of complex energy systems and organizational core functions. Speakers will discuss how these AI agents can independently optimize grid balancing, trading, and plant operations, while emphasizing the importance of safety, reliability, and governance frameworks. Key topics include building trust in autonomous AI, defining essential fail-safes for critical infrastructure, and balancing human oversight with agent autonomy. Moderated by Eric Hanselman, Chief Analyst at S&P Global, the discussion features insights from Cody Falcon, Global Digital Portfolio & Technology Leader at ABB Energy Industries, Uwa Airhiavbere, Growth and Transformation Leader for WW Energy & Resources at Microsoft, and Trygve Randen, Senior VP of Digital Products & Solutions at SLB.

Global Digital Products and Technology Leader, ABB, Energy Industries

Laura Requeno Garcia

Join us for “Carbon Management for Competitive Advantage” on Monday, March 23, 2026, from 9:00 to 9:30 am CST. This session will explore how companies across the energy sector are balancing the urgency of emissions reduction with the economic realities of implementing low-carbon solutions. As organizations navigate climate priorities alongside cost considerations, the discussion will examine how industry leaders evaluate the pace and priority of investments in low-carbon technologies. Speakers will also address which low-carbon energy segments still present opportunities for leadership, which markets are already becoming established, and which solutions may deliver the strongest return on investment in the near term toward 2030. Moderated by Gauri Jauhar, Executive Director of Energy Transitions and CleanTech Consulting, the session features insights from Mikala Grubb, Senior Vice President at Topsoe, and David Victor, Distinguished Professor of Innovation and Public Policy at the School of Global Policy and Strategy.

VP, Global Head of Strategy & Sustainability, ABB, Energy Industries

Morten Wierod at CERAWeek 2026: Building Energy Resilience in an Age of Permanent Disruption

Morten will join Atul Arya on the CERAWeek Podcast for a timely conversation on Building Energy Resilience in an Age of Permanent Disruption. The discussion explores how energy leaders are navigating volatility, strengthening resilience, and preparing for a more uncertain global energy landscape. Available March 19.

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CERAWeek 2025: Executive Interview: ABB, Per Erik Holsten

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CERAWeek 2025: Interview of Peter Terwiesch

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Kevin O’Donovan with ABB at CERAWeek 2025, a chat with Gino Hernandez

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