La Jolla Energy Conference 2026
ERM will sponsor and speak at the XXXV La Jolla Energy Conference 2026, on October 13-15 in La Jolla, California. This event is one of the most influential gatherings for the energy industry in the Americas. The conference brings together senior executives, investors, operators, regulators, and technical experts to discuss the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges shaping the future of the oil, gas, power, and energy transition sectors across Latin America and beyond.
As a global leader in sustainability, ERM will engage with industry leaders throughout the conference to explore how organizations can navigate energy transformation, strengthen operational performance, manage environmental and social risks, accelerate decarbonization strategies, and create long-term sustainable value.
Our team will participate in discussions with clients and industry peers, sharing insights on the evolving energy landscape, regulatory developments, investment opportunities, operational excellence, and the role of sustainability in driving resilient and responsible growth across the energy industry.
Ahead of the conference, the Institute of the Americas spoke with Derek Chubb, ERM Senior Partner and Global Mining Leader, in a Curtain Raiser interview exploring South America's opportunity to become a leading supplier of critical minerals. The discussion highlighted the key factors required to turn resource potential into sustainable, financeable projects, including permitting, environmental and social performance, water stewardship, infrastructure, community engagement, and resilient supply chains.
Watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/ObnRqgN_lls?si=KLP07D5DPxRoM23c.
Our participation at the event
October 14, 2026 | 10:30 AM
Ricardo Zibas
Speaker | Big Debates Session
“Crisis and Chaos in 2026: Disruption and Volatility – Accelerating a Structural Market Change for Energy Sources and Supply Chains”
A high-level discussion exploring how geopolitical shifts, market uncertainty, and supply chain disruptions are reshaping the future of global energy systems.
October 14, 2026 | 4:15 PM
Ivette Catalan
Speaker | Spotlight Session
“Powering the AI Economy: Data Centers, Grids, Water, Reliability and Affordability – How to Manage Asymmetrical Timelines and Social License”
This session will examine the rapidly growing energy and infrastructure demands driven by artificial intelligence and data centers, and the strategies needed to balance growth, reliability, affordability, resource availability, and social acceptance.
