Introducción
An intensive three-day experience designed to analyze the key economic, political, and geopolitical factors reshaping the future of energy.
A STRATEGIC PERSPECTIVE
Energy decisions in a changing global environment
ARPEL and Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy will bring together energy sector leaders and professionals in Houston to analyze the main geopolitical, economic, and regulatory challenges transforming the industry at both the regional and international levels.
01
Geopolitics and energy markets
The role of the United States, China, Russia, the Middle East, and OPEC in the evolution of energy markets and energy security.
02
Public policy and energy security
Economic, regulatory, and institutional factors that influence energy policies and security of supply.
03
Perspectives for Latin America and the Caribbean
The region’s political and economic challenges and the role of governments, energy companies, and regulators.
04
Executive dialogue and networking
Exchange among energy sector leaders and professionals in an environment designed to encourage reflection and relationship-building.
The experience includes academic sessions, peer exchange, networking opportunities, a technical visit to the Port of Houston, and a certificate of participation issued by ARPEL and Rice University.
Alcance temático
PRELIMINARY PROGRAM
Three days of analysis, exchange, and applied learning
The agenda combines academic sessions, executive discussion, problem-solving, and a technical visit focused on energy, infrastructure, and transportation.
Day 1
Energy economics and geopolitics
7 hours of instruction
The economic drivers of energy policy and the evolution of U.S. energy policy
Supply chain resilience, security of supply, inventory management, innovation, subsidies, and market distortions.
Instructor: Ken Medlock
The role of China and Russia in global energy geopolitics
Strategic competition, energy security, and emerging international dynamics.
Instructor: Gabriel Collins
The geopolitics of the Middle East and OPEC
Energy subsidies and case study: Saudi Aramco.
Instructor: Jim Krane
Day 2
Latin America, sustainability, and solutions
7 hours of instruction
Energy policy in Latin America
Political and economic drivers, institutions, ideology, and the role of governments, national energy companies, and regulators.
Case discussions: Pemex, Petrobras, and YPF.
Instructor: Francisco Monaldi
Energy policy and sustainability
Regulatory and strategic challenges in balancing security, competitiveness, and sustainability.
Instructor: Rachel Meidl
Breakout groups and plenary presentations
Group work on a case involving supply chain development and operations, including regulatory and public policy considerations.
Day 3
Energy, infrastructure, and transportation
1 hour of instruction + 6-hour technical visit
Executive session and guided visit to the Port of Houston
A field experience designed to explore the relationship between infrastructure, trade, logistics, transportation, and energy security.
Instructor: Edward Emmett
EXPERTS
Faculty with academic and public policy experience
The program will feature experts affiliated with the Baker Institute’s Center for Energy Studies (CES), with extensive experience in markets, geopolitics, sustainability, and energy policy.
Objetivos
The Forum aims to create a space for strategic exchange among representatives of energy companies, regulatory and government agencies, multilateral institutions, and specialized organizations.
Through dialogue with international experts and senior peers, participants will be able to:
- Analyze the main geopolitical, economic, and regulatory challenges transforming the global energy industry.
- Gain a better understanding of the international environment and its implications for Latin America and the Caribbean.
- Anticipate trends and scenarios relevant to the sector.
- Strengthen decision-making in increasingly complex contexts.
- Exchange perspectives and experiences with leaders who share strategic responsibilities.
Público objetivo
An experience designed for decision-makers
The Forum is designed for senior leaders, executives, and professionals with strategic responsibilities in companies, public-sector organizations, and institutions connected to the energy sector in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Strategy and business
Professionals responsible for strategy, planning, business development, and market analysis.
Policy and regulation
Leaders in regulatory affairs, public affairs, institutional relations, and energy policy.
Sustainability and transition
Professionals working in sustainability, energy transition, and sector transformation.
Public sector and institutions
Representatives of regulatory bodies, governments, multilateral institutions, and specialized organizations.
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