Major Energy Figures to Gather in Rio to Discuss Business and Sustainability
ROG.e 2024, one of the most anticipated events on the global energy calendar, will feature prominent figures from the sector, including Carlos Pascual, Vice President of Global Energy and International Affairs at S&P Global Commodity Insights, Roberto Monteiro, CEO of PRIO, and Liz Schwarze, Vice President of Global Exploration at Chevron. This high-profile gathering is scheduled to take place from September 23 to 26 at the Boulevard Olímpico in Rio de Janeiro and promises to be a milestone in discussions about the future of the energy market.
Discussion Panels and Market Strategies
Carlos Pascual will participate as a moderator in the “Strategics Talks” and as a speaker in the “Connecting Energies” session, which aims to explore investment strategies and the reduction of financial risks in the energy sector. Pascual, who previously led the Office of Energy Resources at the U.S. Department of State, brings valuable insights on the international energy landscape, leading S&P’s vision across Latin America.
Roberto Monteiro and Liz Schwarze will contribute their vast experiences during the “Strategic Talks”, a forum for business leaders to discuss business, innovation, and the current energy market. Monteiro, with an extensive resume that includes positions from Chief Financial Officer to Chief Operating Officer at PRIO, and Schwarze, who oversees global oil and gas exploration at Chevron, are key figures in understanding the dynamics and challenges of the sector.
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Perspectives on Energy Transition and Sustainability
Under the leadership of Roberto Ardenghy, president of the Brazilian Institute of Oil and Gas (IBP), the event will also focus on diversity and the transformation of the energy matrix. Ardenghy emphasizes the importance of Rio de Janeiro as a stage for these critical dialogues, which will address everything from energy efficiency to green technologies and the vital role of the oil and gas sector in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
The meeting promises to be a unique platform for debates about ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), integration of decarbonization initiatives, and the contribution of new technologies for the planet’s sustainable future. “Connecting Energies”, the theme of the event, reflects the commitment to creating a more integrated and sustainable energy future.
This year, ROG.e 2024 will not only bring together renowned leaders but also provide an essential forum for advancing discussions on the future of the energy market. The presence of internationally distinguished experts and the focus on sustainability ensure that the event will be a window into future trends and strategies that will shape the global energy landscape.
Source: Rodrigo Dutra.

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