They are poised to examine energy resilience, energy accessibility and innovative energy technologies as well as discuss the future prospects of the energy sector. “This Executive Assembly will be an informative event to discuss the impact of new technology such as blockchain, Internet of Things and artificial intelligence by focusing on the huge changes in the world energy market caused by digitization, decarbonization and decentralization,” said Kim before the opening of the assembly. He added that the event will serve as a prime opportunity to review preparations for the 24th World Energy Congress in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates scheduled for September next year. He will be wrapping up his three-year term after the event. 

The chairman of the Korean energy conglomerate also emphasized the need for active discussions and cooperation among leaders to promote proper responses to the rapidly growing demand for energy and innovative energy technologies. The World Energy Council, launched in 1923, is a United Nations-accredited global network of leaders and practitioners promoting an affordable, stable and environmentally sensitive energy system. The council has than 3,000 member organizations across 90 countries - governments, private and state corporations, academia, non-government organizations and energy-related stakeholders. The assembly featured events such as the plenary session, the World Energy Leaders Summit, Energy Transition Summit and Italian Energy Day.