The Columbia Global Energy Summit 2026, hosted by the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University’s SIPA, will examine how geopolitical shifts and the erosion of the rules-based international order are reshaping the global energy landscape under the theme, "Energy, Security, and Geopolitics in the New World Order."

It will be held on April 21, 2026, at the Alfred J Lerner Hall in New York City.

The programme will feature high-level discussions and analysis from industry leaders, scholars, researchers, and minister- and cabinet-level officials.

Key topics include the intersection of energy and great power competition, the energy transition, and the challenges and opportunities arising from demand flexibility and the rapid expansion of the AI sector.

Attendees will also explore competition across critical mineral supply chains, energy development and accessibility in the Global South, and the energy and security implications of trade, sanctions, and economic statecraft in a complex global economy.

The Summit is designed to foster action-oriented dialogue at the nexus of energy, security, and geopolitics, providing a platform for participants to share insights, strategies, and solutions to pressing global challenges.

It emphasises timely, relevant discussions that reflect the dynamic shifts in international relations and energy markets today.

The event will conclude with an on-site networking reception, allowing in-person attendees and speakers to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen professional relationships.