• CERAWeek
  • March 18 - 22, 2024

David Witte

IHS Markit

Senior Vice President; Division Head, Energy & Chemicals

David Witte is Senior Vice President; Division Head, Energy & Chemicals at IHS Markit. Together with Brian Cotty, he is responsible for all commercial and operating aspects of the IHS Markit Energy & Natural Resources Division as well as strategic and operational responsibility for the Oil Markets, Midstream, Downstream, and Chemical business. During a career spanning more than 30 years in the energy value chain, Mr. Witte has gained deep global experience covering a wide array of financial, strategic, technical, and functional assignments, including stints as head of consulting and subsequently chemicals and downstream at IHS Markit. Prior to its acquisition by IHS Markit, Mr. Witte served as Executive Vice President of Business Advisory Services and an elected member board of directors at Chemical Market Associates Inc. (CMAI), a leading provider of chemical information, insight, and consulting. He served in various roles in CMAI, including responsibility for CMAI’s Asia Pacific business, which he oversaw from Singapore. He is a frequent author and speaker serving as an expert on the energy value chain. Mr. Witte holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Louisiana State University and completed professional programs from the University of Houston and the Wharton School of Business.

Sessions With David Witte

Wednesday, 13 March

  • 04:20pm - 05:00pm (CST) / -

    Plastics Growth: Opportunities & Risks in Sustainability

    Panel Oil

    Plastics has been one of the world’s great growth stories. Through more than 50 years of uninterrupted growth, plastics are now one of the foundations of modern life. Everyday items – from eyeglasses and bike helmets and cellphones to shoes – are made more durable and lighter thanks to plastics. The growing demand for plastics, however, has created an unexpected and serious waste problem that now threatens that growth. As much as 8 million metric tons of plastics waste ends up in the oceans every year. As a result, consumers and governments are raising the bar on expectations on plastics, often supporting bans and de-selection initiatives that impact its potential growth. What are the real risks and opportunities the industry faces?