Press Releases
WPC Energy announces the theme, date and location for its 26th Congress
The Congress theme is: Future Energy Landscape: Innovative, Interconnected & Resilient.
WPC Energy 25th Congress Programme Highlights
In less than a month, the 25th WPC Energy Congress will begin, bringing energy ministers, industry CEOs, policymakers and global energy leaders together in Riyadh.
WPC Energy and the African Energy Chamber Affirm Africa’s Key Role in the Global Energy Dialogue
Joint Statement from the President of WPC Energy and the Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber
WPC Energy Welcomes The Gambia as Newest Member of its Global Network
We are delighted to announce that The Gambia has officially joined WPC Energy, becoming a member of the organisation's global network of National Committees and energy leaders from around the world.
25th WPC Energy Congress: New Dates Announced in October 2026
The world’s premier global energy gathering, where 25,000 industry leaders will shape dialogue, innovation, and collaboration across the international energy sector, will now convene from 11-15 October 2026, in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
WPC Energy Announces Vicki Hollub as Recipient of the Prestigious Dewhurst Award (2026)
WPC Energy is proud to announce that Vicki Hollub, President and CEO
of Occidental (since 2016), has been selected as the recipient of the Dewhurst
Award, the highest honour bestowed by WPC Energy in recognition of her leadership and contributions to the energy industry.
WPC Energy Appoints First Female Director General (CEO) in 91 years
WPC Energy, the World Forum for Energy Transformation is delighted to announce the appointment of Burcu Canci Gunal as Director General (CEO), effective 1 January 2025.