The Society of Petroleum Geophysicists (SPG) is set to host its 14th biennial International Conference and Expo in Kochi, Kerala, from November 3rd to 5th, 2023, at the prestigious Lulu Bolgatty International Convention Centre (LBICC). With more than 2,000 participants expected to attend, including over 100 foreign delegates and more than 700 Indian delegates, this event promises to be a melting pot of knowledge, expertise, and innovation.
This year’s conference aims to address the critical issues surrounding ‘Energy Affordability,’ ‘Energy Reliability,’ and ‘Environmental Sustainability,’ commonly known as the ‘Energy Trilemma.’ The central theme of SPG 2023, “New Age Geosciences: A Fulcrum for Energy Trilemma,” is particularly relevant in the current global context and presents a host of challenges and opportunities that could reshape India’s energy landscape.
India, with its burgeoning population and ever-increasing energy demands, stands at a crossroads in its journey towards energy sustainability. It must navigate the complex ‘Energy Trilemma,’ a set of challenges that often seem at odds with each other. “New Age Geosciences” is positioned as the pivotal element in balancing these ambitions, offering innovative solutions that can harmonize India’s energy aspirations.
Over the past three decades, the SPG conference has evolved into a premier event, showcasing cutting-edge developments in petroleum sciences, technological innovations, and emerging trends. SPG-2023 in Kochi is poised to uphold this tradition of excellence, bringing together geoscientists, researchers, academicians, and industry professionals from around the world for interactive sessions that foster future advancements and applications in the field.
SPG 2023 promises to be a beacon of collaboration, uniting geoscientists, policymakers, industry leaders, and visionaries in a joint effort to tackle the complexities of the “Energy Trilemma.” The conference will facilitate in-depth discussions and exploration of solutions to address the three dimensions of the Energy Trilemma.
Sushma Rawat, Director (Exploration), expressed her excitement about the opportunities arising from the opening up of significant No Go areas for exploration in India, emphasizing the potential it holds for national energy security. She looks forward to networking and discussions with globally renowned geoscientists and engineers during the SPG event.
Rajarshi Gupta, MD of OVL, stressed the importance of conferences like SPG in the face of global political challenges, highlighting their role as a platform for discussions, collaboration, and the development of solutions to address the Energy Trilemma’s complex dimensions. He eagerly anticipates engaging conversations and interactions with industry experts, emerging talents, and seasoned veterans at SPG 2023.
