40+ ministers and 200+ executives from around the world gathered in Abu Dhabi for ADIPEC 2024
Building on the momentum of ADIPEC 2024, ADIPEC 2025 is officially scheduled for November 3-6, 2025. This year, leaders, innovators, and policymakers from the realms of energy, finance, and technology are coming together to foster innovation, collaboration, and actionable strategies aimed at propelling the energy transformation forward.
Role of AI in energy transformation
Hosted by ADNOC under the theme “Connecting Minds. Transforming Energy,” this year’s ADIPEC has prominently featured the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in facilitating the transition and generating a global impact, a key topic throughout ADIPEC’s ten-conference series. A significant highlight is the introduction of the AI Zone, Energyai by ADNOC, a dedicated space that examines the intersection of energy and AI, showcasing the integration of AI technologies throughout the energy value chain. During the initial two days of ADIPEC, industry leaders and experts have been exploring how AI can meet energy needs and provide innovative solutions that can lower emissions while accelerating the shift towards a secure, equitable, and sustainable energy future.
Insights from industry leaders
Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, UAE minister of Energy and Infrastructure, expressed enthusiasm about participating in ADIPEC 2024. He noted that the event serves as an essential platform for prominent energy producers and consumers to reaffirm their dedication to reducing emissions while investing in new technologies and clean energy solutions. Additionally, he emphasized that ADIPEC highlights the diverse challenges and needs of different energy markets around the world, fostering a global forum for dialogue focused on solutions.
Tayba Al Hashemi, chair of ADIPEC 2024 and CEO of ADNOC Offshore, highlighted that the accomplishments of the first two days of ADIPEC demonstrate the significance of collaboration and innovation in advancing the energy transition. She further remarked that the high caliber of participants and the groundbreaking discussions being held are essential for unlocking new opportunities for a sustainable and prosperous energy future. Looking forward to ADIPEC 2025, she expressed a commitment to building on this momentum to further accelerate the transition toward cleaner, more resilient energy systems.
New conferences and global impact
Furthermore, ADIPEC’s influence on the global energy transition is exemplified by the successful launch of three new conferences: the Finance & Investment Conference, the Digitalisation & Technology Conference, and Voices of Tomorrow. These gatherings provide a global stage to explore investment opportunities in decarbonization technologies, discuss the future of energy systems, and drive the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Over 40 ministers and more than 200 C-suite executives and technology pioneers from the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas have gathered in Abu Dhabi for ADIPEC 2024. The event features 1,800 speakers engaging with 16,500 delegates across more than 370 conference sessions, further solidifying ADIPEC’s reputation as the world’s largest energy event.
Hosted by ADNOC from November 4 to 7, ADIPEC 2024 is operating under the theme “Connecting Minds. Transforming Energy.” This significant event, which commemorates 40 years of energy leadership, is delving into the energy-AI nexus and highlighting next-generation technologies and AI solutions that are shaping the future of the energy sector.
Top ministers in attendance
Among the international leaders that participated at ADIPEC 2024 are Suhail Mohamed Faraj Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, UAE; Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Egypt; Shri Hardeep S Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, India; Haitham Al-Ghais, secretary general, OPEC; Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Daina, Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs, Bahrain; Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister for State (Gas) Petroleum Resources, Nigeria; João Baptista Borges, Minister of Energy & Water, Angola; Dr. Saleh A. Al-Kharabsheh, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Jordan; Almassadam Satkaliyev, Minister of Energy, Kazakhstan, and Edgar Moyo, Minister of Energy, Zimbabwe.
Strategic and technical conferences
ADIPEC 2024 features 10 strategic and technical conferences, addressing essential aspects of the energy transition, including energy security and affordability in the Global South, investment acceleration in low-carbon projects and alternative fuels, and the role of AI in facilitating the decarbonization of hard-to-abate sectors.
Additionally, ADIPEC 2024 showcases leaders from various sectors, including technology, logistics, and finance, highlighting the diverse expertise necessary for advancing the global energy transition. Major technology firms such as Microsoft, Schneider Electric, Siemens, and Accenture will provide insights on digital transformation, while AI innovators like Boomitra, Matroid, and AIQ will demonstrate how artificial intelligence can enhance efficiency and drive decarbonization across the energy landscape.
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