Global Supertrends Conference 2022

Welcome address 

Young Jin Yee, Deputy Head of Wealth Management Asia Pacific, Head of Wealth Management, Singapore Location, Deputy CEO, Singapore Branch, Credit Suisse

Opening keynote: Life in the Metaverse

Digitalization is rapidly transforming hype into reality. Whether you call it the new Internet or the world’s Digital Twin, the Metaverse is truly here. This breakthrough technology aims to transform our social connectivity, mobility, and collaboration at multiple levels through augmented and virtual reality.

A new world driven by millennial disruption and disparate values, the Metaverse runs on digital ledgers and token-based transactions – and are providing businesses and celebrities an alternative market to monetize their works and fame. The potential for new experiences and market opportunity is virtually profound. What are the implications for consumers, enterprises and investors? As our personal identity and lives increasingly extend to the Metaverse, the business case and impact opportunities are boundless.

• What are the investment and social impact opportunities in the Metaverse?
  
• How can the Metaverse offer new solutions and improve lives?
• Which sectors will be the early beneficiaries of the Metaverse?

Speaker: Randi Zuckerberg, Founder and CEO of Zuckerberg Media
Moderator: Martin Soong, Anchor, CNBC

Panel session one: Energy transition – The next wave

The impetus for energy transition heightens as price spikes, tightened supply, and geopolitical conflict raise the stakes. Greenflation underscores the critical need for green energy expansion, further catalyzing the global commitment toward net-zero emissions. As companies around the world seek to mitigate the impact of climate change, many are forced to adapt, transform or even abandon their normal modes of business. This transition sees the rise of more reliable renewable energy and requires the joint effort of companies and governments to reimagine the future of energy.

• How are oil majors embracing the energy transition and what challenges do they face?
• How will the energy landscape evolve and what growth opportunities await?
• Which countries and regions will lead in the transition to alternative energy sources?

Speaker(s):

• Aw Kah Peng, Chairman, Shell Companies in Singapore 
• Christof Rühl, Senior Research Scholar, The Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University, New York and Global Advisor, VPE Capital in Abu Dhabi; Former Group Chief Economist and Vice President of BP plc 
• Nobuo Tanaka, Chairman, The Innovation for Cool Earth Forum (ICEF); Former Executive Director, The International Energy Agency (IEA) 2007-2011

Moderator: Amanda Drury, Anchor, CNBC

Panel session two: A recipe for the future of food

The effects of climate change, war and protectionism have intensified the critical need to develop sustainable food systems. More than 80% of the food sector’s emissions are attributed to animal-related food. How can we reform our global food system for greater food security and reduced carbon emissions? Plant-based food, cultured meats and smart agriculture technology lead the way in boosting sustainable food supply. The food industry seems ripe for reformation to achieve compound gains: increased nutrition value, food sustainability and decarbonization.

• How are traditional food producers adapting to climate change, changing consumer preferences and innovations in the agri-food industry?
• What are the unique challenges faced by the region’s agri-food system?

Speaker(s): 

• Shari Friedman, Managing Director, Climate and Sustainability, Eurasia Group
  
• Anuj Maheshwari, Managing Director and Head, AgriFood, Temasek
• Gabriella Santosa, Head of Business Development & Strategy, Japfa Ltd

Moderator: Martin Soong, Anchor, CNBC

CNBC Managing Asia Live

Don't miss an inspiring session with Mr. Munjal as he shares his entrepreneurial journey and the story of a value-driven organization creating exceptional value for society with Christine Tan of CNBC in this live segment of CNBC's 'Managing Asia'.

Now in its 25th year, 'Managing Asia' is CNBC's longest-running program in the Asia Pacific region. It features award-winning CNBC anchor Christine Tan who looks at what makes the region's corporate titans and top entrepreneurs tick.

Speaker: Sunil Kant Munjal, Chairman, Hero Enterprise and Founder, Serendipity Arts Foundation
Moderator: Christine Tan, Anchor, CNBC Asia

Closing keynote | Lunch

Joining us virtually, world renowned economist and best-selling author Jeffrey Sachs shares his insights on the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead, driven by the interplay of Supertrends across technology, energy and food sustainability. A global advocate for sustainable development, Sachs inspires bold action for greater equitability and prosperity. The future is in our hands.
 

Speaker: Jeffrey D. Sachs, Professor and Director of the Center for Sustainable Development, Columbia University
Moderator: Lito Camacho, Vice Chairman Asia Pacific, Credit Suisse