Monday,16th Oct 17:00~ Energy of the future? Discussion on the feasibility of a Hydrogen Society- Talk session of global energy analysts, Michael Liebreich and Noriaki Oba
Hydrogen has been attracting attention in recent years amid the growing concern of energy crisis and climate change, also from the perspective of a new growth industry. In countries around the world, hydrogen strategies are being adopted, and the development of hydrogen supply chains is advancing.
In Japan, the Basic Hydrogen Strategy, initially formulated in 2017, was revised in June this year. Hydrogen is expected to serve as a key tool for decarbonization while also enhancing the international competitiveness of the Japanese industrial sector. However, there are a number of challenges that need to be looked into such as reducing production costs, establishing efficient supply chains, and the issue of CO2 emissions during the manufacturing process.
In this seminar, we welcome Mr. Michael Liebreich, a renowned global energy analyst, (Founder of Bloomberg New Energy Finance and chairman/CEO of Liebreich Associates) as the speaker, and Mr. Noriaki Oba, an energy expert (President of Post-oil Strategy Institute) as the moderator. It will provide insights into the trends of the global hydrogen market and discuss effective utilization of hydrogen.
The discussion will be followed by a networking reception to facilitate interactions among the participants from various backgrounds.
This seminar is for you if you want to...
・understand hydrogen technologies and their feasibility
・know the characteristics of hydrogen and its effective usages
・gain insights of global analyst on the future of hydrogen business
・have an overview of global hydrogen strategies and trend of hydrogen businesses
・learn Japan’s hydrogen strategies and challenges
[Speaker]
Michael Liebreich | Liebreich Associates Chairman and CEO
Michael founded New Energy Finance in 2004 and led the world leading energy data provider until 2014.
He served as an advisor for energy majors such as Shell and Equinor, and a member of various international agencies and networks including the IEA Global Commission, World Economic Forum, the UK Board of TradeWBCSD, and Hydrogen Council. He’s been invited to speak at high level meetings such as the UN General Assembly and G7 energy ministers’ meeting. Michael also has expertise in transportation and investment as he served as a member of the board of Transport for London and founder of decarbonization solution focused venture capital.
His analysis, which integrates specialized knowledge in energy engineering, transportation engineering, economics, and investment, has received international acclaim. In recent years, he has conducted various analyses on the utilization of hydrogen and energy transition, considering economic and energy efficiency, which has garnered attention worldwide. His keynote speech at the 2022 World Hydrogen Congress also drew huge attention.
Liebreich Associates: https://www.liebreich.com/
Noriaki Oba | Energy Analyst/ President, Post-oil Strategy Institute
After completing doctoral coursework at the Graduate School of Science at Kyoto University, Noriaki pursued his career at a technology-focused think tank. He founded the Post–oil Strategy Institute in 2021 and became a prominent voice in advising on Japan’s energy security and industrial strategy in the post-oil era. Noriaki also works as an executive fellow at JDSC (Japan Data Science Consortium Co. Ltd), a visiting researcher at PHP Research Institute, and a Specialist at Chitose Research Institute. He serves as a member of the Clean Energy Strategy Committee for the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan.
Post-oil Strategy Institute: https://www.postoil.jp/
Date: Monday, 16 October 2023, 17:00〜19:30
Program:
16:30 Registration
17:00-18:30 Conference
17:00-17:05 Opening
17:05-17:15 Japan’s Hydrogen Strategy
Noriaki Oba｜President, Post-oil Strategy Institute
17:15-18:05 Energy of the future? Discussion on the feasibility of a Hydrogen Society
Michael Liebreich｜Chairman and CEO, Liebreich Associates
18:05-18:25 Q&A
18:25-18:30 Closing
18:30-19:30 Networking reception
※There will be no live stream nor video archive. Come join the discussion at the venue!
<Registration Fee>
Free
<Capacity>
200 seats
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Registration is open until Monday, 9 October
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Venue:
JA Kyosai Building Conference Hall
1F JA Kyosai Building, 2-7-9 Hirakawa-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
(2-minute walk from the exit 4 of the Nagatacho metro station, Yurakucho line, Hanzomon line, and Nanboku line)
https://www.jankb.co.jp/facility/access/
Organizer: Kamakura Sustainability Institute
