Register Now for the Rice Global Forum Q2 Event 2026 – June 18, 2026 – Houston, TX

Fueling Sovereignty: The Race for Resource Resilience

Join industry leaders, policymakers, investors, and energy professionals for a timely discussion on
the future of energy security and infrastructure resilience.

Recent geopolitical events have exposed the vulnerability of global energy supply chains. The disruption of critical trade routes, volatility in LNG and crude oil markets, and unprecedented pressure on strategic reserves have reinforced the need for more resilient and sovereign energy systems.

Fueling Sovereignty: The Race for Resource Resilience explores how nuclear energy is emerging as a cornerstone of long-term energy independence while examining its impact across the broader energy value chain. The discussion will address project execution, supply chain localization, workforce development, capital investment, risk management, and integration with renewable and traditional energy sources.

Why Attend?

• Understand the growing role of nuclear energy in achieving energy sovereignty.
• Explore strategies for strengthening domestic supply chains and accelerating project delivery.
• Learn how nuclear, renewables, and natural gas can work together to create resilient energy infrastructure.
• Gain insights into workforce challenges, investment opportunities, and emerging industry trends.
• Hear perspectives from leading experts shaping the future of global energy.

Featured Panel

• Moderator: Keyes Niemer, Ph.D., P.E. – Senior Vice President, Global Nuclear, Worley
• Pete Knollmeyer – Vice President, Nuclear Operations, Fluor Power Energy Solutions
• Deborah Byers – Senior Non-Resident Fellow, Center for Energy Studies, Baker Institute for Public Policy, Rice University; Retired EY Partner and Head of Energy Americas
• Jeffrey Harper – Chief Commercial Officer, ZettaJoule, Inc.

Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for energy executives, project delivery and PMO leaders, investors, policymakers, technologists, supply chain professionals, students, and members of the Rice University community seeking practical insights into the future of energy resilience.

Event Schedule

Thursday, June 18, 2026

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Networking Reception
Moody Center for the Arts, Rice University

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Panel Discussion
Hudspeth Auditorium, Anderson-Clarke Center, Rice University

Registration Information

Registration Fee: $125 per attendee

Parking is available in West Lot 4. Members and students may enter their promotional code during registration to redeem available event credits.

Houston has long served as the world’s energy capital. As the demand for resilient, sovereign energy infrastructure grows, the region is uniquely positioned to lead the next generation of energy innovation and project delivery.

Register today and join the conversation shaping the future of energy security and resource resilience.

Event Contacts

Nick Fernandez
Email: nick.fernandez@fticonsulting.com
Phone: 720-503-6691

Timothy Pearson
Email: timothy.pearson@teaminc.com
Phone: 832-875-3038