The Al-Attiyah Foundation

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Aug 2026

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A series of podcasts conducted with international industry experts on major factors affecting the global energy industry, climate change, net-zero and the race towards a clean energy future.

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August 25, 2026Episode 10323 min

The Battle for Energy, Minerals and AI with Dr Sara Vakhshouri

In the latest edition of the Al-Attiyah Foundation Podcast, we are joined by Dr Sara Vakhshouri, Founder and President of SVB Energy International, a strategic energy consulting firm with offices in Washington, D.C., and Dubai. Drawing on more than two decades of experience in the energy industry, Dr Vakhshouri also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Energy Security at The Institute of World Politics. The questions addressed by Dr Vakhshouri in the podcast include: With the Strait of Hormuz at the centre of energy security concerns, what are markets still underestimating beyond the immediate impact on supply and demand? Across the Gulf, we are seeing more attention on ports, pipelines, storage and logistics. Are these assets becoming a new form of energy security? Is it helpful to describe critical minerals as the “new oil”, or does that comparison overlook fundamental differences?

August 17, 2026Episode 10426 min

The Strait That Shook the World with Raad Alkadiri

In this episode of the Al-Attiyah Foundation Podcast, we are joined by Raad Alkadiri, Senior Associate in the Energy Security and Climate Change Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). An international country risk specialist, he has over 20 years of experience advising senior oil and gas industry executives and government leaders on long-term investment strategies, above-ground risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement in the energy sector. Key questions: What steps are energy producers taking to reduce their dependence on the Strait of Hormuz and diversify export routes? Should oil markets place a greater premium on the security and resilience of export routes, rather than focusing solely on supply and demand? Could recent developments mark the beginning of the end of OPEC's traditional role in managing global oil markets?

August 5, 2026Episode 10126 min

Energy at a Turning Point with Laura Cozzi

In the role, she leads and co-ordinates the IEA’s work on energy sustainability, encompassing energy technology policy and climate change. She is also the Agency’s Chief Energy Modeller, and in this capacity co-leads the World Energy Outlook, the IEA’s flagship publication series. • How might current events influence the Middle East's long-term energy outlook and strategic role in global markets? • Do you think the industry is underestimating future demand for AI? • What are the implications of current events for global climate action and international cooperation?

July 27, 2026Episode 10227 min

Why Weather Matters More Than Ever with Roberta Boscolo

In this episode of the Al-Attiyah Foundation Podcast, we are joined by Roberta Boscolo, Climate and Energy Lead at the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). Dr Boscolo has over twenty years of experience in climate services, focusing on the Water-Energy-Food nexus in Africa, South America, the Pacific, and Southeast Asia. What does meteorology do for us, and why is it important? What is El Niño, how does it differ from La Niña, and why does it matter for global weather? What does history tell us about how El Niño can disrupt crops, fisheries, and global food supplies?

July 5, 2026Episode 10725 min

Beyond the Barrel: The Gulf's Next Energy Chapter with Michael Wood

In this episode of the Al-Attiyah Foundation Podcast, we are joined by Michael Wood, EY MENA Consulting Services Partner - Sustainability. Mr Wood has over 18 years of experience in sustainability and climate-related disciplines. His expertise spans various areas, including decarbonisation, climate resilience, energy, natural capital, and financial services. He has worked extensively across sectors such as energy and resources, industrials, infrastructure, and finance.

June 21, 2026Episode 10630 min

Capturing Expertise Before It’s Gone with Bradley Nordal

In this episode of the Al-Attiyah Foundation Podcast, we are joined by Bradley Nordal, Chief Executive Officer of IUGO Technologies. IUGO is a next-generation AI virtual business partner that delivers voice and video activated support through wearable devices, designed specifically for today’s mobile and field-based workforce. In this podcast, we explore the following questions: What does “degenerative knowledge” mean in the context of the oil and gas industry? How do the challenges of implementing AI in the Middle East energy industry differ from those in other regions? Which forms of knowledge are most at risk in the oil and gas sector?

June 16, 2026Episode 10521 min

Transition Talks: Security, Markets and the Future of Energy with Mostefa Ouki

In this episode of the Al-Attiyah Foundation Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Mostefa Ouki, an independent energy consultant and Senior Research Fellow at the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies. With more than three decades of global experience, Dr. Ouki has led the development, execution, and management of complex techno-economic projects across the gas and energy sectors worldwide. In this podcast, the following questions are explored: What does the energy transition in the Middle East and Africa look like in practical, on-the-ground terms today? To what extent has energy security emerged as a driver of the transition alongside, or even equal to, climate ambition? How are markets currently pricing geopolitical risk?

May 25, 2026Episode 10341 min

The Great Gas Debate: Supply, Demand, and the Energy Transition with Geoffroy Hureau

In this episode of the Al-Attiyah Foundation Podcast, we are joined by Geoffroy Hureau, General Secretary of CEDIGAZ. An international association dedicated to natural gas information, CEDIGAZ has been the industry's reference provider of fundamental gas data since its creation in 1961. Mr Hureau's fields of expertise include upstream oil and gas economy and worldwide hydrocarbon reserves. At CEDIGAZ, besides his activity as General Secretary, Geoffroy is in charge of worldwide gas reserves estimations In this podcast, the following questions are explored: How does crude oil supply compare to natural gas supply in terms of availability and reliability? Is there a changing attitude towards energy security in global gas markets? Are we going to see increased gas-on-gas competition, and how will this affect long-term contract terms, indexation preferences, and pricing formulas? Please click HERE to listen to the podcast in your browser.

May 18, 2026Episode 10426 min

Inside the Oil Shock with Aditya Saraswat

In this episode of the Al-Attiyah Foundation Podcast, we are joined by Aditya Saraswat, Research Director at Rystad Energy. Mr Saraswat has over 12 years' experience in oil and gas operational and business analysis. He holds a master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and a Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology. In this podcast, the following questions are explored: • What impact will the UAE’s departure from OPEC have? • How severe is the current oil shortage? • How exposed is the market not just to events in the Strait of Hormuz, but also to Bab el-Mandeb and the wider Red Sea route?

May 4, 2026Episode 10219 min

LNG Markets in Crisis: Security, Supply, and Strategy with Patricia Roberts

In this episode of the Al-Attiyah Foundation Podcast, we are joined by Patricia Roberts, an independent LNG consultant who advises clients on large-scale LNG infrastructure projects. A former manager at Shell, Ms. Roberts brings extensive expertise in strategic business planning, commercial strategy, contract negotiation, economic and market analysis, regulatory assessments, and project development. She has also served as an expert witness in international energy litigation and arbitration matters. In this podcast, the following questions are explored: How quickly can disrupted LNG supply—such as from Qatar or the UAE—be restored following an outage? How have evolving security risks affected LNG shipping availability and routing? With European gas storage levels currently low, how can restocking be achieved ahead of the winter of 2026/27?

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