WPC Energy
WPC Energy is a non-advocacy, non-political organisation with charitable status in the UK and accreditation as a Non-Governmental Organisation from the United Nations. Formed in 1933 and comprising 60 National Committees, WPC Energy facilitates an open dialogue around energy and its products and is dedicated to the promotion of their sustainable management for the benefit of all.
WPC Energy organises the biennial WPC Energy Congress, a neutral and inclusive platform to debate and define realistic, workable paths to a low-carbon future.

Since 1933
60 Member
Countries
Representing over 96%
of the world’s energy
consumption and production
- Algeria
- Angola
- Argentina
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahrain
- Belgium
- Brazil
- Canada
- China
- Colombia
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Czech Republic
- Egypt
- France
- Germany
- Ghana
- Hungary
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Israel
- Japan
- Kazakhstan
- Kuwait
- Libya
- North Macedonia
- Mexico
- Morocco
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Oman
- Pakistan
- Peru
- Poland
- Romania
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- Serbia
- Sierra Leone
- Slovak Republic
- Slovenia
- South Africa
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Switzerland
- Thailand
- Trinidad & Tobago
- Türkiye
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- Uruguay
- USA
- Venezuela
- Vietnam
Since 1933.
60 Member Countries.
Representing over 96% of the world’s energy consumption and production.
- Algeria
- Angola
- Argentina
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahrain
- Belgium
- Brazil
- Canada
- China
- Colombia
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Czech Republic
- Egypt
- France
- Germany
- Ghana
- Hungary
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Israel
- Japan
- Kazakhstan
- Kuwait
- Libya
- North Macedonia
- Mexico
- Morocco
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Oman
- Pakistan
- Peru
- Poland
- Romania
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- Serbia
- Sierra Leone
- Slovak Republic
- Slovenia
- South Africa
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Switzerland
- Thailand
- Trinidad & Tobago
- Türkiye
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom
- Uruguay
- USA
- Venezuela
- Vietnam
More about WPC Energy’s Council
The Council is the governing body of WPC Energy which convenes once a year. Its global membership elects the President and an Executive Committee every cycle (two years) to develop and execute its strategy.
The Council also selects the host country for the next WPC Energy Congress from the candidate countries. To ensure the scientific and topical quality of the event the Council elects a Congress Programme Committee whose members are responsible for delivering the high-level content for its Congresses.
WPC Energy Congress Over the Years


WPC Energy Events and Activities
WPC Energy Congress
Held every two years, the WPC Energy Congress is a global platform for open dialogue on realistic pathways to a net-zero future. It convenes leaders across the energy spectrum – Heads of State, CEOs, engineers, academics, and NGOs to explore the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to a global energy system that is accessible, reliable, and environmentally responsible.

Engaging the Next Generation
The WPC Energy Young Professionals Committee is dedicated to engaging and empowering the next generation of leaders in the global energy sector. Open to professionals under the age of 35, the Committee provides a dynamic platform for young talent to contribute fresh perspectives on the industry’s most pressing challenges through the delivery of a variety of projects including mentorship programmes, surveys and publications. The Young Professionals Committee also leads the development and delivery of the WPC Energy Youth Forum and Young Professionals Programme at the WPC Energy Congress.
Young Professionals national networks focus on local and regional initiatives, fostering activities that build talent development, leadership, innovation, diversity/gender parity, and entrepreneurship.
Regional events
WPC Energy National Committees host country-focused and regional events that cover topical issues across the breadth of the energy sector bringing together industry leaders, academics, and policymakers to learn, share knowledge and network. These include expert workshops, symposia, networking receptions, technical sessions, awards, competitions, and more.
WPC Energy Youth Forum
Held every two years, the Youth Forum provides a global platform where the next generation of energy leaders can engage in meaningful dialogue with senior representatives from leading global companies and connect with fellow young professionals from around the world. The 8th WPC Energy Youth Forum will take place in Kuwait from 22-23 October 2025: kockw.com/WPCEnergyYF/

Gender and DE&I
WPC Energy is committed to supporting initiatives that enhance the role of women within the energy sector. The Untapped Reserves survey, in partnership with BCG, is the only recurring gender and DE&I study in the energy industry which tracks female representation within energy and shares best practices from companies excelling in this area. WPC Energy gender and DE&I initiatives are guided by a Taskforce comprising member companies as well as external stakeholders. The Taskforce’s first project is Women10x, which has created an ambitious online community where HR, DE&I, and business leaders can share best practices in order to drive systemic change within energy (www.women10x.org). The recent Women10x Summit, held in Calgary in June 2025, served as a platform to highlight and empower women in energy, promoting diversity and leadership development across all levels of the global industry.
The WPC Energy Congress and Youth Forum both feature Women in Industry Programmes including dedicated breakfast events, panel sessions, workshops, exhibition presence and networking events.
The WPC Energy Excellence Awards feature a dedicated gender category that recognises organisations that are successfully fostering gender diversity through impactful policies.