Dates: October 22-25, 2013 with a pre-program on October 21st
Location: Telus Convention Centre, Calgary, Alberta
APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 1, 2013
Are you interested in gaining a global perspective on Energy industry best practices, technological advancements, corporate social responsibility, financing, as well as the opportunity to develop solutions to current key issues and foreseeable challenges? CMC is sending 3 HQP to the World Petroleum Council Youth Forum October 22-25, 2013 in Calgary Alberta (www.wpccanada.com/youthforum/)
CMC will cover the conference fee of $750.00 plus a contribution to travel and accommodation expenses of $500.00 for three HQP working on CMC-funded research projects.
All we want in return for this fabulous experience is a 300 to 400 word blog about the forum (a photo would be appreciated too!)
Carbon Management Canada is seeking applications from HQP who wish to attend the World Petroleum Council Youth Forum. It’s easy to apply!
Send in your name, contact information, institution, the name of your supervisor and CMC research project. You’ll also need to include a half page on why you think you should attend the World Petroleum Council Youth Forum . We want to know why you think you’ll benefit from this event.
Send applications to: Naeema Bhyat at naeema.bhyat@cmcghg.com by 5:30 p.m. MST, October 1, 2013
WORLD PETROLEUM YOUTH FORUM
Recognizing the importance of involving more young people in the oil and gas sector, the World Petroleum Council organizes Youth Forums. The 4th WPC Youth Forum will be held in Calgary, Alberta with the theme of “Unconventional Solutions for an Unconventional World.”
Under this theme, students and young professionals from across the world will engage with current leaders and experts in a trans-generational dialogue to determine the road map towards a truly sustainable future.
Over 1200 participants – young professionals, students, academics, international experts and NGO’s – are expected to meet in Calgary from 22-25 October 2013. Over three days the 4th WPC Youth Forum will offer three levels of discussion:
- Keynote Plenary sessions for strategic thinking;
- Workshops for a deep-dive into the overall themes; and
- A networking and knowledge sharing area, the Knowledge Cafés, with facilitated break-out sessions and one-to-one discussions with industry experts.
For more information on the Forum click here.