20–22 May 2025
Houston, Texas
ENERGY & SUSTAINABILITY FORUM20–22 May 2024
Decarbonizing the Downstream Industry
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Great aspects of mankind were reflected in the Tom Hanks movie when everyone came together to figure out how to get those astronauts home, and like Apollo 13’s space mission, the global net zero challenge requires us to come together, and work together. No one company, technology, refinery or plant can solve this alone. It requires partnerships, multiple solutions, and a combination of concerted efforts from policy, industry, and consumers.
Despite domestic political headwinds, ambitions to deploy solutions to reduce global GHG emissions prevail globally. The refining and chemicals industries must continue to evolve into clean energy providers of the future.
Returning to Houston from 20-22 May, ESF North America will bring together industry leaders to support a sustainable energy future in which the refining and chemicals industries continue to play a leading role!
Pre-Conference Seminar
Pre-Conference Seminar hosted by WOOD
Tuesday 20th May 2025,
Time TBC
Detailed information to follow shortly
Complimentary registration to the seminars is open to all refiners, and (petro)chemical producers

2025 Advisory Meeting Takeaways Report
Meeting held on the 12th December 2024
Held in December, the discussion included speculation about what the then-upcoming Trump Presidency might mean for the country’s energy, climate, trade policies, and downstream landscape. It will be interesting over the coming weeks and months to see the full outcomes of the new administration and what this period of transition for America means for America’s energy transition.
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ESF North America will help realize a sustainable energy future in which the refining and chemicals industries continue to play a leading role and will explore all the technologies and strategies on the table including:
- Sustainable fuels and chemicals
- Low carbon hydrogen and CCUS
- Circularity
- Energy efficiency, asset and process optimization
- Operational excellence
- Digitalization and AI
- Industrial decarbonization
Highlights from New Orleans
Registered Delegates
SPONSORS & EXHBITORS
PRE-CONFERENCE SEMINARS
Networking Mixers
Hours of PRESENTATIONS
PANEL DISCUSSIONS
A huge thank you to our speakers, sponsors, and delegates who attended ESF North America 2024 in May in New Orleans, Louisiana.
We were delighted to see so many familiar and new faces join us, and contribute to its growing success as we help realize a sustainable energy future in which the refining and chemicals industries continue to play a leading role!
We can’t wait to return to Houston for the 2025 edition and look forward to releasing the dates and more details soon. In the meantime please register your interest.

2024 Post-Event Report
29th–31st May 2024 | New Orleans, LouisianaA comprehensive report of all the lessons learned during the event
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Testimonials
My experience at ESF NA 2024 exceeded my expectations. It was well organized, well attended, and attended by organizations and senior staffers who brought the needed expertise and practicality to the conference. Overall, it was an excellent conference in New Orleans
Sr. Licensing Manager, Hydroprocessing, TOPSOE
Bringing the major refiners, technology providers, and future bio-refiners into the same room creates the environment for a frank exchange of ideas about what can be achieved in decarbonization. Excellent conference.
Principal Consultant North America, SHV ENERGY
Excellent conference. Great conversations and networking. Impeccably organised and run. Thank to all.
Global Decarbonization Business Leader, KBC - A Yokogawa Company
Always a great time with the EPC crew!! Thank you all for being such gracious hosts and helping make the conference insightful, successful and fun.
VP or Sales and Business Development, BD ENERGY SYSTEMS
The event was well-organized and provided a unique platform to connect with industry leaders, experts, and like-minded individuals passionate about sustainable practices. The networking opportunities were invaluable, allowing me to establish meaningful connections and exchange ideas with professionals. I highly recommend this event to anyone seeking to stay at the forefront of energy and sustainability advancements and contribute to a more sustainable world.
Business Development Director, EICHLEAY
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