Who Should attend WFER IV

Government officials and policy makers

Regulators

Industry representatives

Consumer rights associations

Non-governmental organizations

Academics and consultants

Financial institutions

Investors/shareholders

Energy professionals

Law firms

Environmental experts

VIEW THE CONFERENCE PROGRAM

The World Forum on Energy Regulation is the leading international conference on energy regulation, held only once every three years.

The WFER IV will provide a global conference and networking opportunity attended by more than 700 presidents and CEOs from the energy industry, government and international institution officials, high-level policy makers, academics and regulators from over 60 countries.

Among others, the three-day program of WFER IV features numerous break-out sessions across four key themes:

• Reliability and security of supply
• The role of regulators in responding to climate change
• Competitiveness and affordability
• The independence, powers, responsibilities, best 
   practices and training of regulators 

Simultaneous interpretation will be provided in French, Greek, Spanish and Russian.

Distinguished chairpersons and speakers include:

• P. Gurnham, Past Chair, CAMPUT

• G. Caron, Chair, National Energy Board
• P. Vlahos, Board Member, Ontario Energy Board
• J. Merrick, Consumer Advocate, Nova Scotia
• S. Crowfoot, Chief Executive, Indian Oil and Gas Canada
• F. Butler, President, National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC)
• D. Coen, First Vice-President, NARUC
• P. Moeller, Commissioner, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
• Consultancies and law firms such as Troutman Sanders, Deloitte, Pierce Atwood LLP
• Heads of the energy regulators from all around the world: Europe (J. Mogg), Eastern  Europe (G. Szorenyi), Russia (S. Novikov), Africa (S. Mokoena), India (P. Deo), Australia (J. Tamblyn) and Latin America (M.T. Costa Campi).
• and many more.....
   

Join our high profile speakers from across the globe

•  Industry (ABB, Endesa, PJM, Scottish and Southern, Vattenfall);
•  Energy Associations (EFET, ETSO, Eurelectric, Global Wind Energy Council, GIE, International Association for Oil and Gas Producers);
•  International Organizations (World Bank, European Commission, European Investment Bank, International Energy Agency);
• Consumer Organizations (Consumers International, IFIEC, Industrial Gas Users Association)
•  Academics (from the Universities of Athens, Birmingham, Boston, Cambridge, Leuven, South Africa and others);
• and the Heads of Energy Regulatory Authorities from over 20 countries, spanning 6 continents.

  How to register:

1. Visit www.worldforumiv.info for online registration
2. Call our event organizers on +30 210 7257693
3. Download a copy of the registration form and send it by fax to +30 210 7257532
4. Email the registration form to register-wferiv@erasmus.gr

Details about accommodation options in Athens are also available on the WFER website and hotel reservations at special rates can be made directly on the website or via a form available on the site.

Networking Activities and Social Program

In addition to an exciting conference program with over 25 specialized sessions, the WFER boasts a number of social networking gatherings where you can meet and share your expertise and discuss your own challenges among international peers. 

WFER IV is also pleased to propose to participants and accompanying persons a selection of cultural and touristic packages to take full advantage of the historic location of Athens .

 Keep checking the WFER IV website for updates and news: www.worldforumiv.info

Further information or inquiries

If you are interested in receiving further information regarding the WFER IV, please do not hesitate to contact the WFER IV Secretariat or the CEER Secretariat at the addresses below.

Those interested in promotion media partnership or sponsorship opportunities should contact the Secretariat. Sponsorship packs are available on-line.