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Innovation Agora

The CERAWeek Innovation Agora is an open marketplace for the exchange of ideas and insights on energy innovation, emerging technologies, and solutions. As the world faces increasing pressure to transition to a cleaner energy future, addressing these energy grand challenges requires more innovative solutions, which are highlighted and featured at the CERAWeek Innovation Agora. 

It is also a forum to learn and connect, including an exciting program with many sessions and formats designed to facilitate meaningful dialogue and stimulate new thinking and learning. 

The CERAWeek Innovation Agora program covers a wide array of transformational technology platforms ranging from digitalization, AI, analytics, and connectivity to robotics, blockchain, additive manufacturing and mobility, and including a continued focus on new technologies for decarbonization. We have a remarkable community of technologists, investors, thought leaders, government officials and corporate innovators—all dedicated to creating new pathways and solutions for our energy future. 

Our formats include: 

  • Voices of Innovation – One-on-one candid conversations from the foremost and sometimes controversial thought leaders. 
  • Agora Studios - Moderated discussions with industry leaders and ecosystem participants on emerging and disruptive technologies across the Agora themes. 
  • Agora Pods – Presentations from startups and tech innovators showcasing case studies on new technologies and innovations in the energy ecosystem. 
  • Lyceums - Seminars hosted by Partners, S&P Global Experts and Guest Faculty offering deep dives into critical emerging topics and technologies. 
  • Meetups and Book Signings - Small, unstructured gatherings fostering in-depth discussion around common interests and topics, led by S&P Global analysts, partners, and guests. 
  • Hubs - Dedicated zone for sharing ideas and insights, exploring the technology frontiers around a central theme and topic area.
As an integral part of CERAWeek, the Innovation Agora was physically located on the third level of the George R. Brown Convention Center, just across the skywalk from the Hilton Americas Hotel, and took place simultaneously with our CERAWeek Executive Conference.

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2022 Highlights

Agora Partner Houses

Dedicated spaces for delegates to experience technologies from our Partners that are transforming the energy industry

Energy Innovation Pioneers

The 17th annual program featured many of the world’s leading early-stage enterprises in energy and sustainability

Next Gen Future Energy Leaders

This special interactive session featured rapid-fire insights by leading minds on energy innovation, along with CERAWeek Future Energy Leaders

Robotic Dog Show

House Partners displayed their robotic dog and showed off the features, functions, and special capabilities or “tricks” they each perform

  • Partner Installations in the Agora Atrium invited delegates to learn more in the Partner Houses.
  • Twelve startups competed during the Inaugural Energy Transition Venture Day Pitch Competition.
  • The AEPW shared how they are helping drive the shift to a more circular and sustainable world.
  • Leaders from US DOE national labs discussed cutting edge technologies during the Agora.
  • 8 Rivers and SK Group held a joint venture agreement signing ceremony.
  • Houston chefs and mixologists served sustainable offerings during the Innovator’s Dinner.
  • Thought leaders delved into the hydrogen economy at the Hydrogen Vision Dinner.
  • The Mayors Reception focused on cities substantial initiatives toward reaching climate goals.
  • Net-Zero Producers Forum (Canada, Norway, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United States)
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