Newly Confirmed U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm to Deliver Inaugural Address at CERAWeek by IHS Markit 2021

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Jennifer Granholm, the newly confirmed U.S. Secretary of Energy, will give her inaugural address at CERAWeek by IHS Markit 2021, held virtually from March 1-5. Granholm, who has a history as the governor of Michigan, will participate alongside global leaders in the energy sector. The conference aims to address key themes such as energy transition and geopolitics. This edition marks the first all-virtual CERAWeek, featuring over 245 speakers from 29 countries, including notable figures like John Kerry and Bill Gates.

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• Granholm's inaugural address adds significant value to the conference discussions on U.S. energy policy.
• CERAWeek 2021 includes over 245 speakers, enhancing the conference's reputation and drawing interest.

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Newly confirmed U.S. Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm will deliver her inaugural energy address at CERAWeek by IHS Markit 2021, to be held virtually March 1-5.

Prior to leading the U.S. Department of Energy in the Biden Administration, Ms. Granholm served as the 47th governor of Michigan from 2003 to 2011 and previously served as the state’s attorney general.

She will join the world’s energy industry leaders, experts, government officials and policymakers, as well as leaders from the technology, financial and industrial communities addressing this year’s conference.

“We are pleased to welcome Secretary Granholm among the distinguished speakers at CERAWeek 2021 for her opening address as the 16th U.S. Secretary of Energy,” said Daniel Yergin, conference chair and vice chairman of IHS Markit. “Her unique insights on the future of U.S. energy policy will be a major and most timely addition to the critical discussions taking place at this year’s conference.”

CERAWeek 2021: The New Map: Energy, Climate and Charting the Future will examine a new global map being shaped by dramatic shifts in energy and geopolitics—a map defined by changing policies, technology, alliances, geopolitics, and possibly collisions in global commerce and politics.

Inspired by the new book, The New Map: Energy, Climate and the Clash of Nations by IHS Markit Vice Chairman and CERAWeek Chairman Daniel Yergin, the conference program will focus on key themes related to Energy Transition; Geopolitics, Economics and Markets; Investment and Financing; Technology and Innovation; Mobility and the Future Workforce.

2021 marks the 39th edition of the conference and is the first time that it will be an all-virtual event. The conference is produced by IHS Markit (NYSE: INFO), a world leader in critical information, analytics and solutions.

CERAWeek 2021 and the related Innovation Agora will feature more than 245 speakers from 29 countries.

Speakers will include (partial list):

• John F. Kerry – special presidential envoy for climate, United States
• Bill Gates – co-chair, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and founder, Breakthrough Energy
• Amin Nasser – president and CEO, Saudi Aramco
• Bernard Looney – group chief executive, BP
• Ben van Beurden – CEO, Royal Dutch Shell
• Patrick Pouyanné – chairman and CEO, TOTAL SE
• Ryan Lance – chairman and CEO, ConocoPhillips
• Vicki Hollub – president and CEO, Occidental Petroleum
• Mike Wirth – chairman of the board and CEO, Chevron
• H.E. Mohammad Sanusi Barkindo – secretary general, OPEC
• Gina McCarthy – national climate advisor, The White House
• Hon. Joe Manchin – chairman, U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, U.S. Senator, State of West Virginia
• Hon. Daniel Sullivan – U.S. Senator, State of Alaska
• Lynn J. Good – chairman, president and CEO, Duke Energy
• Hon. Shri Dharmendra Pradhan – minister of petroleum and natural gas and minister of steel, Government of India
• Noubar Afeyan – co-founder and chairman, Moderna
• Pratima Rangarajan – CEO, OGCI Climate Investments
• Hon. Tina Bru, minister of petroleum and energy, Norway
• Hon. Sylvester Turner – mayor, City of Houston
• S.M. Vaidya – chairman, Indian Oil Corporation
• Susan Hockfield – president emerita and professor of neuroscience, MIT
• Walter Isaacson – author and professor of history, Tulane University
• Allison Herren Lee – acting chair, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
• Sunita Narain – director general, Centre for Science and Environment
• Ben Fowke – chairman of the board, president and CEO, Xcel Energy
• Nick Akins – chairman, president and CEO, AEP
• Ignacio S. Galán – chairman and CEO, Iberdrola S.A.
• Daren Woods – chairman and CEO, Exxon Mobil Corporation
• Hon. Kathy Castor – U.S. Representative, 14 Congressional District, State of Florida

Visit www.ceraweek.com for a complete list of speakers and the most up-to-date program information (subject to change).

Registration Information

CERAWeek by IHS Markit 2021 will be held virtually March 1-5. Further information and delegate registration is available at www.ceraweek.com.

Media Accreditation

Media registration is now open. Members of the media interested in covering CERAWeek 2021 are required to apply for accreditation. Applications can be submitted via the following link: https://ceraweek.com/about/press.html

About IHS Markit (www.ihsmarkit.com)

IHS Markit (NYSE: INFO) is a world leader in critical information, analytics and solutions for the major industries and markets that drive economies worldwide. The company delivers next-generation information, analytics and solutions to customers in business, finance and government, improving their operational efficiency and providing deep insights that lead to well-informed, confident decisions. IHS Markit has more than 50,000 business and government customers, including 80 percent of the Fortune Global 500 and the world’s leading financial institutions. Headquartered in London, IHS Markit is committed to sustainable, profitable growth.

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FAQ

What significant event will Jennifer Granholm participate in March 2021?

Jennifer Granholm will deliver her inaugural energy address at CERAWeek by IHS Markit from March 1-5, 2021.

How many speakers are featured at CERAWeek 2021?

CERAWeek 2021 will feature over 245 speakers from 29 countries.

What is the focus of the conference at CERAWeek 2021?

CERAWeek 2021 will focus on themes such as energy transition, geopolitics, and technology.

Who are some notable speakers at CERAWeek 2021?

Notable speakers include John Kerry, Bill Gates, and the CEOs of major energy companies.

How is CERAWeek 2021 being held?

CERAWeek 2021 is being held virtually for the first time.

What company produces CERAWeek?

CERAWeek is produced by IHS Markit, which is traded under the ticker symbol INFO.