Ulf Sverdrup is a recognized figure in international affairs. He currently holds the position as Professor at the BI Norwegian Business School, after serving as the Director of the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (NUPI) from 2011 to 2023. Notably, Sverdrup led a government-appointed commission focused on the long-term perspectives for the Norwegian Government Pension Fund Global, showcasing his expertise in financial strategy and policy planning.

Carine Smith Ihenacho serves as Chief Governance and Compliance Officer at Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM). Prior to her position at NBIM, she served as the Vice President Legal and Chief Compliance Officer at Statoil (Equinor), where she played a pivotal role in shaping compliance frameworks.

Karl Mathisen is Chief Investment Officer Equities at Folketrygdfondet, after having served several years as portfolio manager in the same company. Previously, he has worked as a portfolio manager in Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM) in London, Oslo and New York and as senior adviser in Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries.

Jarand Rystad is the visionary founder and managing force behind Rystad Energy since its establishment in 2004. With an extensive background in energy system analysis, energy scenarios, renewables, supply chains, emissions, asset and company valuations, transactions, macro analysis, and the entire spectrum of the energy transition, Rystad is a recognized thought leader in the field.

Sverre Alvik is a seasoned professional in the field of energy transition and serves as the Research Director for Energy Transition at DNV GL and as the Project Director for DNV GL’s Energy Transition Outlook. Holding a Master’s degree in Naval Architecture from NTNU, Norway, Alvik brings over 25 years of extensive experience in DNV GL, with a primary focus on the energy and maritime industries.

Annie Bersagel is a Portfolio Manager ESG at Folketrygdfondet and a prominent figure in Norwegian sustainable finance. Beginning her career at McKinsey, she later transitioned to roles focused on sustainable finance, serving as acting head of responsible investments at KLP Kapitalforvaltning before joining Folketrygdfondet in 2018.

Jan Erik Saugestad is CEO of Storebrand Asset Management, a highly regarded player in the Nordic markets and a pioneer in the field of sustainable investments. Saugestad has a broad and deep asset management experience and knowledge gained over the years holding positions within the industry in companies such as Nordea, Handelsbanken and McKinsey.