Concept Note

Strategic Overview

TESC 2026 is a specialised international platform dedicated to environmental performance, technological innovation and sustainable development in the energy sector. Held in Ashgabat in recognition of World Environment Day, the conference is designed to connect policy dialogue, scientific expertise and practical industry solutions in support of reliable, sustainable and cleaner energy systems.

The conference builds on the momentum of TESC 2025, which brought together national energy organisations, international companies, research institutions, international organisations and environmental stakeholders. The 2026 edition is positioned as a more structured and forward-looking platform linking methane reduction, operational excellence, scientific cooperation, technology deployment and human capital development.

Strategic Context

Turkmenistan is strengthening its profile as a responsible energy partner by combining hydrocarbon development with environmental stewardship, emissions reduction and international cooperation. The forum aligns with current priorities across the global energy system, including methane management, energy efficiency, digitalisation, climate resilience and the role of natural gas in a balanced energy transition.

The conference is also well aligned with the country’s scientific and institutional base, as it is hosted by the Scientific Research Institute of Natural Gas of the State Concern “Turkmengas”, the principal national centre for gas-sector research and technological development.

Objectives

• Provide a high-level forum for dialogue on sustainable energy development and environmental performance in hydrocarbon operations.
• Showcase applied technologies and practical solutions for methane reduction, emissions management, monitoring and operational efficiency.
• Promote international scientific, technical and policy cooperation involving government institutions, operating companies, financial institutions, universities and technology providers.
• Strengthen national capacity in research, regulation, workforce development and innovation.
• Facilitate direct engagement through B2B and B2G meetings with senior representatives of Turkmenistan’s oil and gas sector.

Core Themes

• Energy transition and the future role of natural gas
• Environmental aspects of hydrocarbon development
• Methane emissions reduction, monitoring and reporting
• Digitalisation, AI and advanced field management
• Clean technology deployment and operational efficiency
• Human capital, research cooperation and future skills
• Policy frameworks, climate resilience and international cooperation

Forum Format

• Pre-conference day with a UN round table on sustainable energy transition and an SPE technical round table on advanced production technologies
• Main conference day with two thematic sessions, conference conclusions and closing remarks
• Pre-arranged B2B and B2G meetings with senior management of Turkmenistan’s oil and gas sector
• Targeted participation from government, academia, international organisations, operating companies, investors, service companies and environmental technology providers

Indicative Participation

The conference is expected to attract a broad mix of stakeholders, including national oil and gas organisations, research institutes, universities, international environmental and development organisations, technology companies, consultancies, financial institutions and major operators active in the region.

Based on publicly available information, TESC 2025 gathered more than 400 delegates from 26 countries, while current 2026 positioning on the conference website signals the ambition to welcome more than 500 delegates from over 30 countries.

Expected Outcomes

• Stronger international cooperation on sustainable energy and environmental innovation
• Practical recommendations on methane, emissions management and operational sustainability
• New institutional and technical partnerships involving government, industry and academia
• Higher visibility for Turkmenistan’s scientific and policy agenda in sustainable energy
• Direct follow-up discussions through structured meetings with senior sector decision-makers