Agenda

The global mix of energy options will be an "addition" scenario in the short-term (next 20 years) and fossil fuels are expected to peak during the mid-term (2030-2040 [coal], 2040-2050 [oil], 2060-2070 [gas]). In addition, the global utilization of renewables will be highly variable — with rapid deployment in the short-term (next 20 years) in wealthier countries where renewables can be both mandated and supported via incentive pricings. The ultimate path for de-carbonization will depend on the geographical distribution of various fossil resources (oil, gas, and coal) and non-fossil resources (hydropower, nuclear, wind, solar, and geothermal). As an example: large, integrated E&P companies have already begun to focus on renewables (primarily wind, solar, and biofuels), as well as geothermal, as this energy diversity is necessary to simultaneously expand their business models and to address societal demand for energy options.

​Panelist(s):
John Ardill, ExxonMobil; Bernadette Johnson, Enverus; Greg Leveille, ConocoPhillips; Don Paul, University of Southern California

This session will provide a global perspective of the impact of energy transition on Petroleum Engineering Programs and Curriculum. Short presentations will be delivered to highlight changes implemented by different schools.

Panelist(s):
Lauren Borden, ConocoPhillips; Bryce Fugate, University of Oklahoma; Caitlin Latta, Colorado School of Mines; Lee Looger, Katie Shahin, Oxy

Speaker(s):

Enrollment in petroleum engineering departments in the US has been on a downward trend since 2015. It is uncertain if high oil prices will reverse that trend. This session will start with a panel session, consisting of recent graduates, that will address attracting and preparing petroleum engineering students for the future and enabling them to be successful in the current economic and social environment. A job placement advisor will then provide their prospective on Gen Z, DEI and our ability to attract and retain students. The session will finish with attendees participating in a round table discussion.
 

​Panelist(s):
Lauren Borden, ConocoPhillips; Bryce Fugate, University of Oklahoma; Caitlin Latta, Colorado School of Mines; Lee Looger, Katie Shahin, Oxy

Speaker(s):

Enrollment in petroleum engineering departments in the US has been on a downward trend since 2015. It is uncertain if high oil prices will reverse that trend. This session will start with a panel session, consisting of recent graduates, that will address attracting and preparing petroleum engineering students for the future and enabling them to be successful in the current economic and social environment. A job placement advisor will then provide their prospective on Gen Z, DEI and our ability to attract and retain students. The session will finish with attendees participating in a round table discussion.

The emergence of the energy transition and automation/AI requires employers and employees to evaluate the skillset needed to tackle the challenges the industry is facing today and in the future. In this session, we discuss potential solutions from service industry professionals as to how enhanced competencies requiring digital transformation including data analytics, automation/AI, and other professional skills can facilitate successful outcomes in the office and the field.
 

This session will consist of small breakout groups to discuss and summarize what has been learned during the Colloquium. Breakout groups will construct scenarios that could occur in the next 5-10 years in the areas of petroleum engineering, specifically in the areas of energy transition. Summary presentations will then be shared by each group in final report outs to address which actions petroleum departments can take to proactively meet these changes.

This session will provide the service sector and operators’ perspectives for the upcoming professionals on how to develop a career in petroleum industry and how to enhance their professional development skills in the process. This session will focus on professional development and strategies which can lead to new opportunities and career advancement as the industry transitions.