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Creation of an industry for secondary use of raw materials requires technological solutions and quality training of specialists. The top priority is to solve the problem of the insufficiency of inert materials and technologies for processing ash and slag from coal-fired plants. Construction of plants at coal mines and introduction of waste quality control will improve the situation significantly. Priority use of ash and slag in public procurement and regional support can create the necessary infrastructure for processing these materials. Joint production and exchange of experience between regions will help resolve the problems of technological sovereignty. So, accelerating regional programmes for using secondary material resources could be key to the country's economic growth and environmental security. This conclusion was reached at the session ’The Dawn of the ‘Ash and Slag’ Century: Technological Sovereignty’ at the Russian Energy Week 2024 (REW).

Russia is committed to localizing nuclear technologies that strengthen its position on the international market and create highly qualified jobs in areas where nuclear power facilities are located. International cooperation is becoming a key development factor, bringing together the efforts of different countries to address global energy shortages. Renewable energy sources and small modular reactors are innovative solutions that can ensure a stable energy supply even in remote regions. In northern areas, the acute shortage of fuel is becoming a serious challenge that could be overcome by developing nuclear technology. The shortage of personnel in the nuclear power industry requires urgent training of specialists for successful implementation of ambitious projects. Nuclear power is becoming an important element in ensuring continuous development for resolving current challenges. This was the conclusion reached at the session ‘Low-Carbon Energy: The Foundation of a Sustainable Future’ at Russian Energy Week 2024 (REW).

The Global Energy Association has completed the submission process for the Energy of Words international media contest. Between 1 April and 1 September 2024, a total of 217 entries were received from Russia and 27 other countries.

The successes of the BRICS countries can become a powerful political and economic force in the global energy sector. The development of the countries' energy sector requires integration into a single energy supply network and the development of a joint energy strategy. Investments in green energy remain insufficient, which requires greater efforts in this respect. The development of nuclear energy and the introduction of new technologies can be the key to solving these problems. BRICS countries should focus on building value chains in the energy sector. Increased cooperation in the field of sustainable development and energy will open new opportunities for all participants. This conclusion was reached by the participants of the session “Meeting of BRICS Energy Ministers” at the Russian Energy Week 2024 (REW).

Development is under way of an ambitious, decade-long oil and gas industry modernization programme entailing introduction of cutting-edge technologies and boosting of investment. What is required is better planning and information transparency in the project’s paperwork, which will attract investors and ensure sustainable development. Despite the tax preferences currently in effect, the sector faces technology and personnel shortages, a situation requiring immediate intervention. Innovative technology development holds pride-of-place in the strategy as it promises improved oil extraction efficiency and reduced environmental risks. Such an approach offers hope for new economic prospects and stabilization of Russia’s oil market. Such was the conclusion of the session called ‘To Drill or Not to Drill: Development Strategy for the Oil Industry for the Next 10 Years’ at Russian Energy Week 2024 (REW).

Robots and AI will play an important role in handling the personnel shortage problem; they will help reduce the numbers of personnel working hazardous jobs and will improve their safety. Even though Russia today has a shortage of manufacturers making special-purpose robots, progress in developing sectoral robotic technologies lays down the foundations for major reforms. The Federal Service for the Supervision of Environment, Technology and Nuclear Management (Rostekhnadzor) actively supports introducing new technologies and is working on developing safety methodologies while simultaneously testing experimental legal regimes. Robotics promises to improve productivity and ensure safer working conditions in the nearest future. Such was the concerted opinion of the speakers at the “Will Robots Replace Humans?” panel at the Russian Energy Week 2024 (REW).

On 28 September 2024, Moscow will host the Youth Day of the Russian Energy Week International Forum, a key youth event in the energy industry. The Youth Day will be attended by more than 1,500 young specialists, students and schoolchildren, as well as heads of government agencies, industry companies and universities.

“At present, more than 4,000 participants and media representatives from 55 countries and territories, including Russia, have confirmed their participation in the Russian Energy Week,” Anton Kobyakov, Adviser to the President of the Russian Federation and Executive Secretary of the REW Organizing Committee.

The official website of the 2024 Russian Energy Week International Forum has published the complete business programme, along with the list of speakers. The Forum will take place in Moscow on 26–28 September.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent greetings to participants and guests in the Russian Energy Week International Forum 2024, which will take place in Moscow on 26–28 September.

The business programme of the 3rd scientific and practical conference Territory of Energy Dialogue (TED) is published on the updated conference website. TED 2024 will include a plenary session and nine panel discussions, as well as an informal meeting with the winners of the annual Global Energy International Prize.

The business programme of the Russian Energy Week (REW) International Forum 2024 has been released on the event’s website. The Forum will take place in Moscow on 26–28 September. The main theme is ‘Energy Cooperation in a Multipolar World’. REW will feature roughly 30 thematic sessions and business dialogues that are divided into thematic pillars: ‘International Agenda: Cooperation for Development’, ‘Sustainable Energy Development’, ‘Technology and Data as the Foundation of Leadership’, ‘Development of Russia’s Fuel and Energy Industry Sector: Strategy and Regulation’, and ‘Socially Oriented Fuel and Energy Industry’.