AVEVA at CERAWeek 2024

AVEVA spearhead sustainable energy efforts with our Energy + Automation initiative, leveraging technology to slash carbon emissions.

Through software-defined automation and digital energy management, we boost efficiency and sustainability for energy companies.

This strategy advocates responsible consumption, environmental accountability, and resilient, cost-effective operations. It aligns with a broader commitment to data-centric innovation and AI for a sustainable future, emphasizing industrial ingenuity in resource management.

Agora Climate Hub
Monday, March 18, 2024, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM																Energy Titans: Navigating the Climate Transition *Explore this session in the CERAWeek agenda >>* The actions and strategies of major energy corporations play a central role in shaping the trajectory of energy transition. We will explore how large energy companies are redefining their business models, investing in energy transition, and implementing innovative technologies to reduce carbon emissions and promote environmental stewardship. The panel will also discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by these companies in balancing profitability with sustainability goals, navigating regulatory landscapes, and fostering collaboration across sectors. This session offers valuable perspective on the pivotal role of large energy companies as catalysts for change, driving innovation, and accelerating the transition towards a low-carbon economy. *Session chair:* Kurt Barrow, S&P Global *Session speakers:* Lisa Wee, Global Head of Sustainability, AVEVA Joel Abramson, Leading Strategy, Senior Vice President, AES Lisa Wee - Aveva Software
Agora Studio
Monday, March 18, 2024, 3:30 PM - 4:10 PM																Breakthrough Applications of AI Explore this session in the CERAWeek agenda >> Applications of Artificial Intelligence are becoming more and more present in our everyday lives and the energy sector is no stranger to this exciting technology. How is AI changing the processes and business practices? What are the latest developments in this technology? *Session chair:* Ellie Brown, S&P Global *Speakers:* Ben Wilson, Director of Products and Solutions, AWS Jim Chappell, VP - Head of AI, AVEVA Enass Abo-Hamed, CEO, H2GO Power James Chappell - AVEVA
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 4:30 PM - 5:10 PM																New Applications for Digitalization and Automation in Mining Explore this session in the CERAWeek agenda >> New processes in automation and digitalization technologies are demonstrating to mining companies how they can make their business practices safer and more process and cost efficient. What are some examples of this new method of mining? *Session chair:* Mark Ferguson, Research Director, Metals & Mining, S&P Global *Session speakers:* Sue Quense, Chief Commercial Officer, AVEVA Bruno Arcadier, Head of Vale Ventures Gabi Knesel, Senior Vice President, Locus Mining Sue Quense - AVEVA
Thursday, March 21, 2024, 1:30 PM - 2:10 PM																Governance & Regulation of AI Explore this session in the CERAWeek agenda >> The rapid increase in the use of AI (and generative AI) has exposed us to the risks associated with this technology and the need for governance and regulation. Key principles being discussed in several forums on the subject, center around frameworks that focus on transparency, accountability and oversight. Many questions remain open for discussion. Should we rely on national or international standards and regulations, or should companies develop their own? How can we develop ethical standards that allow AI participants to innovate while ensuring safety risks are managed? *Session chair:* Dan Thompson, Principal Research Analyst, S&P Global Market Intelligence *Session speakers:* Noel Phillips, Senior Vice President, Americas, AVEVA Geoffrey Parker, Executive Director, Master of Engineering Management Program, Dartmouth College Noel Phillips - AVEVA
Executive Conference
Monday, March 18, 2024, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM																AI: How will it impact the energy business? *Explore this session in the CERAWeek agenda >>* Insight dinner The power of AI and its potential to disrupt many aspects of business and personal life, has become a popular daily topic of conversation, particularly in relation to Generative AI. For senior executives, AI deployment is an essential opportunity to grasp, yet it also poses a challenge to understand. So how can energy business leaders distinguish AI reality from hype and identify priority areas to deploy AI? Does early adoption of AI lead to competitive advantage? What changes to organizations are required to use AI to its full potential? Session chair: Dan Bennett, Chief Data Officer and Head of Production Applications, S&P Global Commodity Insights Speakers: Rob McGreevy, Chief Product Officer, AVEVA Matthew Kerner, Corporate Vice President, Microsoft Cloud for Industry, Microsoft Shyam Sankar, Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President, Palantir Rob McGreevy - AVEVA
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 3:10 PM - 3:50 PM																How to Make Net Zero Happen? Explore this session in the CERAWeek agenda >> The energy transition has gained significant momentum in recent years, but the world is not yet on track to hit ambitious 2050 net-zero targets. How can the world accelerate the transition to cleaner fuels while ensuring energy affordability and accessibility? Where is investment most needed to accelerate progress? What are the key priorities for companies as they navigate the energy transition? What policies are needed from governments to achieve a just energy transition? *Session chair:* Leanne Todd, Head of Upstream Solutions, S&P Global Commodity Insights *Session speakers:* Caspar Herzberg, Chief Executive Officer, AVEVA Paul Marsden, President, Energy, Bechtel Lance Uggla, Vice Chair, General Atlantic and Co-Founder, BeyondNetZero William “Bill” A. Newsom, President & CEO, Mitsubishi Power Americas Caspar Herzberg - AVEVA
Microsoft Agora House
Monday, March 18, 2024, 10:00 AM																Driving Energy Transition through AI and Industrial Data for Sustainability Achieving Net-zero can become a reality with continued advancements in AI and the proliferation of industrial data. It is a journey where AI-driven software can help reduce carbon emissions both today and in the future as companies evolve. And AI can help alternative energy production become more efficient and cost competitive with traditional sources, resulting in a massive increase in adoption. This session will focus on real-world solutions that exist today and are well-positioned to change the future. James Chappell - AVEVA
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 4:00 PM - 4:20 PM																The Importance of Robust Data Infrastructure as a Foundation for the Energy Transition Enabled through AI and Advanced Analytics Energy transition will necessitate the development of new pathways for producing, transporting, and consuming renewable energy. This interconnected industrial economy will generate exponentially larger amounts of operational data. AI and advanced analytics will emerge as critical tools to leverage this vast data influx. However, similar to constructing a building, a robust data infrastructure will serve as the essential foundation for conducting advanced analyses. In this presentation, we will discuss the steps you can take to adopt an infrastructure-oriented approach to operational technology (OT), ensuring that you build upon a strong foundation and avoid overlooking any crucial steps along the way. Dr. Harpreet Gulati SVP, Head of PI System Business - AVEVA

The Innovation Agora Climate Hub is a dedicated zone for sharing ideas and exploring solutions for climate change. Through open amphitheater panel sessions and smaller group meetups, leaders in energy industry, finance, government and academia will explore key topics surrounding climate change and engage in discussions on science and modeling, technology and innovation, stakeholder engagement, and the geopolitics of climate change.
Agora Pods - Pods feature briefs from startups, tech innovators, and case studies. Hear 10-minute presentations on technology impacts across industries.

CERAWeek 2024:

Multidimensional Energy Transition:
Markets, Climate, Technology

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
MIKE WALSH

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CERAWeek 2024: Multidimensional Energy Transition: Markets, Climate, Technology

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: MIKE WALSH

The Best PI System Community Event of the Year!