In this episode of the CERAWeek Podcast, Atul Arya, Chief Energy Strategist at S&P Global, speaks with Bader Al Attar, Managing Director of Planning and Finance at Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC), about KPC’s approach to balancing production growth with sustainability, navigating market shifts, and the strategic capital decisions shaping its future. Al Attar highlights how KPC is leveraging carbon capture, renewable energy integration, and transparent operations to reduce emissions while meeting rising global energy demand. The conversation underscores how the future of the Oil & Gas industry lies in balancing low-cost production with reduced carbon footprints, driven by strategic investments and innovative technologies.

This discussion sets the stage for CERAWeek 2025, where global energy leaders will explore strategies driving the future of energy.

Topics include:

Capital strategies across upstream, downstream, and petrochemicals
Balancing production growth with decarbonization goals
The role of carbon capture, technology, and renewables in operational efficiency
Navigating the complexities of upstream and downstream investment decisions

CERAWeek "Moving Ahead: Energy strategies for a complex world" is taking place March 10-14, 2025 in Houston, Texas. Learn more at ceraweek.com

Bader Al-Attar, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation: Resilience, growth & sustainability