Dear CERA Friends:

What will the global economic crisis mean for the energy future? How will the industry respond to the new risks and opportunities? What are the implications of the new US administration for the energy industry?

Economic security and the new realities of risk are reshaping energy strategies. CERAWeek 2009, our 28th annual event, to be held February 9-13, 2009 in Houston, Texas, will be a timely and significant opportunity to address the new challenges—and to gain insight and perspective on the choices and decisions in the wake of the economic crisis. Priorities and plans are being tested and revisited as companies and countries seek to restore confidence and create resilient approaches for a turbulent time. The landscape has changed for energy, geopolitics, markets, and investment. Demand is on a new course. 

CERAWeek 2009 addresses these uncertainties by providing comprehensive and global insight into the future of energy markets, the impact and implications of the financial crisis, and what it means for the future of the energy industry. To accomplish this, CERAWeek 2009 will bring together a remarkable community of executives, officials, and experts from across the energy industries and the financial community—along with thought leaders from CERA, joined by experts from outside the industry and from CERA sister companies in IHS.

Of particular interest to the electric power community are 3 full days of in-depth and comprehensive insight into the future of the global and North American power industries. Part of the expanded power program is a separate, full day event from our sister company, The McCloskey Group, a respected authority on coal markets and analysis.

Register by November 30, 2008 to save $1,000 on each CERAWeek Pass >> 

Some of our confirmed speakers will be:

  • Dr. Ralph Izzo, Chairman, President and CEO, Public Service Enterprise Group
  • David Joos, President and CEO, CMS Energy
  • James Miller, Chairman, President and CEO, PPL Corporation, and
  • Daniel Yergin our esteemed CERA chairman, as well as many others

Key themes of CERAWeek 2009 include:

  • How will the global economic slowdown impact energy demand?
  • What will be the future of regulation and the role of government in the energy industry?
  • Will the momentum stall behind the shift to new technologies, alternative energy and unconventional fuels?

Register by November 30, 2008 to save $1,000 on each CERAWeek Pass >> 

In addition, we recommend you consider the new Executive Pass when registering to the conference to experience the full breadth and value of the CERAWeek program (see below for more information).

Keynote and Plenary Addresses:

  • Tony Hayward, Group Chief Executive, BP p.l.c.
  • Jeroen van der Veer, Chief Executive, Royal Dutch Shell plc
  • Vagit Alekperov, President, LUKoil
  • Andrew Liveris, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Dow Chemical Company
  • H.E. Ali Ibrahim Al-Naimi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
  • H.E. Gerhard Schröder, Chair of the Management Committee, Nord Stream AG
  • Rick Wagoner, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, General Motors
  • Liu Zhenya, President and Chief Executive Officer, State Grid Corporation of China
  • Andrew Gould, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Schlumberger Ltd.
  • Dr. Jesus Reyes Heroles, Director General, Petroleos Mexicanos
  • Saad Al-Shuwaib, Chief Executive Officer, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation
  • Hamad Rashid Al Mohannadi, Managing Director (Chief Executive Officer), RasGas Company Limited
  • Hal Kvisle, President and Chief Executive Officer, TransCanada Corporation
  • Aubrey K. McClendon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Chesapeake Energy Corporation
  • Dr. Ralph Izzo, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated
  • David Joos, President and Chief Executive Officer, CMS Energy
  • James Miller, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, PPL Corporation

Special Energy Forum with two experts who called the financial crisis:

  • Kenneth Rogoff, Thomas D. Cabot Professor of Public Policy and Professor of Economics, Harvard University

  • Dr. Nouriel Roubini, Co-Founder/Chairman, RGE Monitor

Special Address by CERA Chairman Daniel Yergin

Key Themes:

  • How will the industry meet the large investment requirements to ensure reliable supply?
  • How will the global economic slowdown impact energy demand?
  • Will the momentum stall to new technologies, alternative energy and unconventional fuels?
  • What lies ahead for prices-will volatility persist and are we headed towards a sustained lower price playing field?
  • What will be the future of regulation and the role of government in the energy industry?
  • Will the U.S. enact carbon control legislation in 2009?
  • What lies ahead for the environmental agenda, particularly in light of a new US administration?
  • What will the economic dislocation mean for the long term structure and strategy of the energy industry?
  • Is 2010 critical for electric cars and plug-in hybrids?
  • Who wins the "new prize" in LNG and natural gas?
  • Can unconventional gas continue the pace?
  • What does a Chinese slowdown mean for energy markets?
  • How will "gas security" play out in Europe?
  • What will be the new hotspots for oil and gas exploration?
  • How do oil sands meet the challenges of prices and politics?
  • Why are "water issues" rising for energy?

A Word about the CERAWeek Executive Pass

The Executive Pass offers delegates the opportunity to experience the full range of CERAWeek's insights and unique programming across all major energy sectors on a global and regional basis. The Executive Pass mirrors CERA's Flagship Advisory Services, by creating a global perspective on the challenges confronting senior executives. It also allows delegates to see the major issues that emerge at the intersections of markets, fuels, technology, politics, and economics. Executive Pass holders have access to all sessions, programs, and conferences held at the Westin Galleria and Oaks, Monday through Friday—providing a flexible alternative to delegates who wish to attend more than two days of the Conference. The Executive Pass includes an individual seat license to CERAWeek Online, as well as participation in Agenda Builder and Meeting Planner, two new exclusive Executive Pass benefits.

We hope you will consider purchasing CERAWeek passes promptly, to take advantage of the preferred price available through November 30, 2008.

Register by November 30, 2008 to save $1,000 on each CERAWeek Pass >> 

Sincerely,

Daniel Yergin
Chairman, CERA