YEP Online Workshop

Overview

This online conference, hosted by IEL’s Young Energy Professionals Committee, features sessions on international and transition topics. Although hosted by the YEP Committee, the conference is open to all.

Tuition

Schedule and Faculty

Tuesday, May 14

9:00 – 9:05 a.m. (Central) - Welcome, Overview and Introductions

9:05 – 9:50 a.m. (Central) - The Global Energy System: Realities, Challenges and Opportunities

This session will offer a primer on the global energy system. We will discuss the various energy carriers and the current state of demand and supply. Then, we will touch on some of the key challenges and opportunities facing different regions around the world. Finally, this session will conclude with scenario outlooks which are useful in navigating the global energy system's ever-changing conditions.

• Markus Klingbeil, Senior Energy Advisor, Shell USA, Inc., Houston, Texas

9:50 – 10:00 a.m. (Central) - BREAK

10:00 – 10:45 a.m. (Central) - Capturing the Future: Unleashing the Potential of CCUS

This session will provide an overview of CCUS in mitigating carbon dioxide emissions from hard-to-abate sectors, provide an overview of recent developments outside the U.S., and share resources available for those practicing or looking to practice in this field.

• Ingvild Ombudstvedt, IOM Law, Son, Norway
• Priya G. Prasad, Senior Attorney, US Department of Commerce - Commercial Law Development Program, Washington, D.C.

10:45 – 10:55 a.m. (Central) - BREAK

10:55 - 11:40 a.m. - Powering the Future: Unlocking the Potential of Hydrogen

As the world strives to meet ambitious climate goals, hydrogen emerges as a game-changer, offering a sustainable and versatile solution across various industries. This session will analyze the transformative potential of hydrogen in shaping the future of clean energy. The session will explain the different types of hydrogen in relationship to sustainability, the impact of the IRA on the hydrogen market, and other legal issues relating to hydrogen development.

1:00 – 1:45 p.m. (Central) - Critical Minerals: Energy Transition or Energy Security?

A successful transition to renewables or low carbon energy sources requires the extraction and development of numerous minerals and metals. The transition of energy sources can be hampered by the scarcity of these minerals, their location, and opposition to their extraction by activists or local communities.

This session will analyze supply and demand issues related to critical minerals, including looking at their location and perceptions regarding shortages. It will also analyze complexities of the value chain from mining to processing of these minerals. The session will also look at geopolitical issues related to critical minerals, including the opportunities and threats offered by host countries and countries seeking access such minerals. Finally, the session will review major M&A trends related to such minerals.

• Bertrand Troiano, Senior Managing Director, Energy, Metals & Mining, FTI Consulting, New York, New York

Wednesday, May 15

9:45 – 10:45 a.m. (Central) - Structuring Equity Investments in Renewable Energy Projects

An increasing number and variety of equity investors are seeking renewable energy investment opportunities. As a result, renewable energy projects are receiving equity investments at much earlier stages than before. This session will explore current equity investment structures, including how traditional structures are evolving to meet today's investment landscape, how tax incentives are influencing equity investments, and what trends we might expect to see in 2024 and beyond.

• Anthony Choueiri, Senior Counsel, Chevron, Houston, Texas
• Michael Maier, Senior Counsel, Chevron Renewable Energy Group, Ames, Iowa
• David Stringer, Clifford Chance US LLP, Houston, Texas

10:45 – 11:00 a.m. (Central) - BREAK

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Central) - Risky Business: Bribery and Corruption Issues to Consider When Doing Business in High-Risk Countries

In this session, we will discuss bribery and corruption risk when working on transactions in high-risk countries. While this session will have a global focus, the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act will be specifically considered.

• Catherine Ennis, Clifford Chance US LLP, Washington, D.C.
• Talita Kiper, Legal Counsel, Anti-Bribery and Corruption and Anti-Money Laundering, Shell USA, Inc., Washington, D.C

12:00 – 1:40 p.m. (Central) - BREAK

1:40 – 2:25 p.m. (Central) - Navigating the Energy Landscape: Bankable Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

In an era where sustainable energy is at the forefront, securing viable offtake agreements is crucial for the success of renewable ventures. This panel will delve into the nuances of crafting and executing bankable PPAs.

• Mohamed Rali Badissy, Co-Director - PPA Transparency, Energy for Growth Hub, Redmond, Washington
• Ryan T. Ketchum, Hunton Andrews Kurth, London, United Kingdom

2:25 p.m. (Central) - Adjourn

MCLE Credit

Texas Course ID Number: 174237873. This course has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of Texas Committee on MCLE in the amount of 5.0 credit hours, of which no credit hours will apply to ethics/professional responsibility credit.

For this conference, IEL will also apply for course accreditation in the following states: California, Louisiana, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. Some of these states may not approve a program for credit hours before the program occurs.

Attorneys may be eligible to receive CLE credit through reciprocity or attorney self-submission in other states. Attorneys filing by self-submission in certain states may be required to pay an additional fee. IEL conferences are typically accredited by all mandatory CLE states, but more stringent requirements and restrictions are sometimes applied to online programs. Please review your jurisdiction’s MCLE regulations for more information on the ability to obtain credit for this program.

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