The world’s most prestigious global gas event, the 26th World Gas Conference (WGCPARIS2015) is coming to Paris next June. The International Gas Union (IGU) Coordination Committee is currently accepting abstract submissions for inclusion in the official conference programme and the deadline for these submissions is fast approaching.
Held under the under the patronage of the IGU and organised by the French Gas Association (AFG), WGCPARIS2015 will take place between 1 to 5 June 2015 in Paris, France. The event continues to receive exceptional interest and industry support and this edition is set to exceed all expectations. Thousands of participants representing more than 600 global companies will be present in Paris next June. More than 80% of the exhibition space has already sold out and with major players as well as emerging companies being widely represented.
The call for abstracts process presents an opportunity for authors to be part of the official five day conference programme, helping position the company as a key player and broadening its reach.
The abstract submission deadline is 1 September 2014 and instructions on how to submit an abstract can be
found at www.wgc2015.com.
About the World Gas Conference
The triennial World Gas Conference and Exhibition is the biggest and most important gas industry event, attracting more than 4,000 delegates from 600 energy companies coming from all over the world and showcasing the latest developments on policies, strategies, technologies, challenges and opportunities. The conference theme is “Growing together towards a friendly planet”, highlighting the importance of sustainable and efficient use of our resources.
Abstract Submissions
The conference will provide decision makers with a powerful foundation to take actions that will help rebuild and sustain global growth.
“Our focus will be to highlight the essential role that gas will play in future world growth, especially given the increasing demand for cleaner energies. The development of natural gas is a key long-term solution for sustainable economic growth and a more secure energy future for everyone, globally” said Jérôme Ferrier, President, IGU.
To support the theme and reinforce the IGU’s role in the gas industry, four strategic pillars will be used as guidelines to sustain future global growth of gas at this fantastic event:
Obtain of?cial recognition for natural gas as a “foundation” fuel for sustainable development
Promote an appropriate mix of natural gas with renewables and electricity
Improve the availability of natural gas in new areas and in developing countries
Attract human resources and reduce staff turnover
Daniel Paccoud, Chairman, NOC says: “Growth must be sustainable and shared between continents. Sustainable growths aim to improve current conditions without comprising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs”.
The IGU Coordination Committee is inviting potential speakers to submit papers for review and possible presentation at the event. Authors are requested to submit abstracts relating to the topics chosen carefully to reflect the industry progression and latest challenges and opportunities.
Submissions will need to qualify broadly in accordance with the criteria specified on WGCPARIS2015 website and new for this edition, abstracts can now be accepted in video format. Abstracts should be submitted online at the following website no later than 1 September 2014.
Special features
Once authors submit their abstracts, the IGU Committees will evaluate all of them for oral presentation and determine the selection for either oral or interactive showcase presentation at WGCPARIS2015. Abstracts submitted for presentation in the interactive showcase will only be considered for those sessions.
Best Practices for the Natural Gas Industry
The IGU promotes “Best Practices” in the global gas industry, with the objective of increasing its competitiveness and reliability as a key energy source. For this reason, authors who believe their submission
(s) constitutes as best practice in a particular area or activity should enter to win this award.
IGU Global Gas Award
The IGU Global Gas Award competition has the objective to contribute to the progress of the gas industry through promoting innovation and sustainability. This year, the submissions will be made under the headline “Sustainable Development and Innovative Promotion of Natural Gas”. Authors could qualify for the award by indicating their interest during the submission process. The best project, selected by the IGU Judging Panel, will be awarded at the WGCPARIS2015 in front of a global audience.
The National Organising Committee of WGCPARIS2015 looks forward to receiving your abstract submissions which will help shape the future of the industry.
About WGCPARIS2015
Since 1931, the International Gas Union has been organising the World Gas Conference once every three years. The triennial World Gas Conference and Exhibition is the biggest and most important global gas industry event, attracting 4,000 delegates. The conference programme will be presented by more than 500 speakers who will discuss the latest industry developments with information on policies, strategies and new technologies. The 26th World Gas Conference (WGCPARIS2015)will take place in Paris, France between 1 to 5 June 2015 with the theme “Growing together towards a friendly planet”.
About IGU
The International Gas Union (IGU) was founded in 1931. It is a worldwide non-profit organisation whose objective is to promote the technical and economic progress of the global gas industry.
The members of the IGU are associations and entities of the gas industries in 77 countries which account for over 95% of the natural gas traded around the world, and maintain very close ties with many other international energy organisations. It consists a total of 118 members, of which 78 are charter members and 40 are associate members.
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