Programs Overview

Main Conference

Thursday, 20 November 2025 | Stanford University, USA

The main conference will feature keynote speeches from industry leaders and experts, panel discussions on the latest trends and challenges in the industry, and networking opportunities with other attendees.

9:00 - 9:30 PST

Welcome Remarks

  • General Chair Reports
    Mansur M. Arief (Stanford University)
  • Welcome Remarks from the Consul General of Indonesia in San Francisco
    Prasetyo Hadi (KJRI SF)
  • Keynote Remarks
    Professor Jef Caers, Stanford University
9:30 - 11:00 PST

Keynote Plenary & Q&As

  • Keynote Plenary #1
    Professor Adi Maulana, UNHAS (Building Strategic Collaborations with US Universities)
  • Moderated Q&A
  • Keynote Plenary #2
    Rachmat Kaimuddin, Coordinating Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development, Indonesia (Sustainability and Circular Economy in Emerging Economies)
  • Keynote Plenary #3
    Professor Nyoman Pujawan, ITS (Advances in Supply Chain Management from South East Asia Perspectives)
11:00 - 12:00 PST

Panel Discussion #1: Collaborations in Indonesia's Sustainable Energy and Health Equality

  • Rachmadian Wulandana (SUNY New Paltz), George Anwar (UC Berkeley), Datu Buyung Agusdinata (ASU), Ansariyadi (UNHAS), Taufik Nur (UMI)
  • Moderator: Rachman Setiawan (UC Berkeley)
12:00 - 13:00 PST

Lunch & Networking

  • Lunch Provided
  • Spotlight Session (1-minute pitch for selected papers/posters)
  • Unassigned Table for Networking
  • Prayer Space for Muslim Attendees Provided
13:00 - 14:30 PST

Post-lunch Keynote Plenary & Q&As

  • Keynote Plenary #4
    Professor Premkumar Rajagopal, Malaysia University of Science and Technology (Sustainable Supply Chains for Global Economic Growth)
  • Keynote Plenary #5
    Dini Maghfirra, Satu Data Indonesia (Digital Economy and Governance for Sustainable Development)
  • Keynote Plenary #6
    Yandra Arkeman, IPB University (Blockchains and Intelligent Systems for Global Traceability and Sustainable Commodities)
  • Moderated Q&A
14:30 - 15:30 PST

Panel Discussion #2: Supply Chain and Global Collaboration Perspectives for Planetary Sustainability

  • Jef Caers (Stanford), Nyoman Pujawan (ITS), Premkumar Rajagopal (MUST), Adi Maulana (UNHAS), Rachmat Kaimuddin (Coordinating Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development Resources, Indonesia), Zakir Sabara HW (UMI)
  • Moderator: Mansur Arief (Stanford)
13:00 - 16:00 PST

Parallel Session, Track 1

Data Science, AI, and Emerging Technologies in Sustainability

  • Invited Speaker
    (TBA)
  • Chair
    Nur Ahmad Khatim, ITS
  • Paper Presentations
    (TBA)
13:00 - 16:00 PST

Parallel Session, Track 2

Energy Transition Economics, Policy, and Society

  • Invited Speaker
    (TBA)
  • Chair
    Zulkifli Palinrungi, CMU
  • Paper Presentations
    (TBA)
13:00 - 16:00 PST

Parallel Session, Track 3

Critical Minerals and Earth Resources for Energy Transition

  • Invited Speaker
    (TBA)
  • Chair
    Romal Ramadhan, UT Austin
  • Paper Presentations
    (TBA)
13:00 - 16:00 PST

Parallel Session, Track 4

AI in Healthcare

  • Invited Speaker
    (TBA)
  • Chair
    Azmul Asmar Irfan, UIN Syarif Hidayatullah
  • Paper Presentations
    (TBA)
13:00 - 16:00 PST

Parallel Session, Track 5

Emerging Supply Chain Management and Applications

  • Invited Speaker
    Syarifuddin M Parenreng (UNHAS)
  • Chair
    Faizal Lihawa, Columbia
  • Paper Presentations
    (TBA)
16:00 - 18:00 PST

Networking Break

  • Coffee Break
  • Explore Stanford University Campus
  • Photo Booth
  • Prayer Space for Muslim Attendees Provided
18:00 - 20:00 PST

Dinner and Reception

  • Dinner Provided
  • Prayer Space for Muslim Attendees Provided
  • Awards & Announcements

Workshop #1: Decision Making under Uncertainty for Sustainable Energy Transition

17-19 November 2025 | Stanford University, USA

The workshop will focus on the decision making process under uncertainty for sustainable energy transition, covering topics such as risk management, uncertainty in energy transition, and decision making under uncertainty.

Daily Schedule

Every day, the workshop will be held from 9:00 to 15:00 PST. You will be provided with lunch and coffee break refreshments (morning and afternoon).

09:00 - 10:30 PST

Morning Lecture

Lecture and Q&A sessions with the instructor

11:00 - 12:30 PST

Mid-day Session

Hands-on exercises and discussions

13:30 - 15:00 PST

Afternoon Session

Collaborative sessions with your cohort and teaching assistants

You are required to attend both the morning and mid-day sessions every day. The afternoon session is optional, but highly recommended for you to get the most out of the workshop and network with your cohort and teaching assistants.

Workshop Topics

The workshop will be divided into three days, with each day focusing on a different topic.

Day 1 (17 Nov)

Introduction to Decision Making Under Uncertainty

  • Instructor: (TBA)
  • Teaching Assistant: (TBA)
Day 2 (18 Nov)

Sources of Uncertainty in Energy Transition

  • Instructor: (TBA)
  • Teaching Assistant: (TBA)
Day 3 (19 Nov)

State of the Art, Practical Applications, and Best Practices in Decision Making Under Uncertainty

  • Instructor: (TBA)
  • Teaching Assistant: (TBA)

Pre-workshop requirements

Before the workshop, you need to complete: 1) a short survey about your background, interest in the workshop, and a bit about your energy transition journey, 2) a preliminary video viewing about the workshop.

Completion requirements

In order to complete the workshop and qualify for the certificate of completion (and a goodie bag from INTERSECT 2025), you need to: 1) attend all the required sessions (morning and mid-day sessions), 2) submit a project proposal, and 3) write a short reflection essay that discusses your learning from the workshop and your future plans.

Workshop #2: Data Science for Critical Minerals Exploration and Processing

17-19 November 2025 | Stanford University, USA

This workshop focuses on applying data science techniques in critical minerals exploration and processing, including data acquisition, processing, and analysis.

Daily Schedule

Every day, the workshop will be held from 9:00 to 15:00 PST. You will be provided with lunch and coffee break refreshments (morning and afternoon).

09:00 - 10:30 PST

Morning Lecture

Lecture and Q&A sessions with the instructor

11:00 - 12:30 PST

Mid-day Session

Hands-on exercises and discussions

13:30 - 15:00 PST

Afternoon Session

Collaborative sessions with your cohort and teaching assistants

You are required to attend both the morning and mid-day sessions every day. The afternoon session is optional, but highly recommended for you to get the most out of the workshop and network with your cohort and teaching assistants.

Workshop Topics

The workshop will be divided into three days, with each day focusing on a different topic.

Day 1 (17 Nov)

Why Data Science is Important in Critical Minerals

  • Instructor: (TBA)
  • Teaching Assistant: (TBA)
Day 2 (18 Nov)

Holistic Supply Chain and Geopolitics of Critical Minerals

  • Instructor: (TBA)
  • Teaching Assistant: (TBA)
Day 3 (19 Nov)

Data Sources and Tools for Exploration and Processing of Critical Minerals

  • Instructor: (TBA)
  • Teaching Assistant: (TBA)

Pre-workshop requirements

Before the workshop, you need to complete: 1) a short survey about your background, interest in the workshop, and a bit about your energy transition journey, 2) a preliminary video viewing about the workshop.

Completion requirements

In order to complete the workshop and qualify for the certificate of completion (and a goodie bag from INTERSECT 2025), you need to: 1) attend all the required sessions (morning and mid-day sessions), 2) submit a project proposal, and 3) write a short reflection essay that discusses your learning from the workshop and your future plans.

Workshop #3: AI Safety for Emerging Economies

17-19 November 2025 | Stanford University, USA

The workshop will focus on the AI safety, covering topics such as AI safety, AI governance, and AI risk management.

Daily Schedule

Every day, the workshop will be held from 9:00 to 15:00 PST. You will be provided with lunch and coffee break refreshments (morning and afternoon).

09:00 - 10:30 PST

Morning Lecture

Lecture and Q&A sessions with the instructor

11:00 - 12:30 PST

Mid-day Session

Hands-on exercises and discussions

13:30 - 15:00 PST

Afternoon Session

Collaborative sessions with your cohort and teaching assistants

You are required to attend both the morning and mid-day sessions every day. The afternoon session is optional, but highly recommended for you to get the most out of the workshop and network with your cohort and teaching assistants.

Workshop Topics

The workshop will be divided into three days, with each day focusing on a different topic.

Day 1 (17 Nov)

Introduction to AI Safety

  • Instructor: (TBA)
  • Teaching Assistant: (TBA)
Day 2 (18 Nov)

Risks and Mitigation Strategies from AI Engineering, Policy, and Governance

  • Instructor: (TBA)
  • Teaching Assistant: (TBA)
Day 3 (19 Nov)

Global Collaboration and Resources for AI Safety

  • Instructor: (TBA)
  • Teaching Assistant: (TBA)

Pre-workshop requirements

Before the workshop, you need to complete: 1) a short survey about your background, interest in the workshop, and a bit about your energy transition journey, 2) a preliminary video viewing about the workshop.

Completion requirements

In order to complete the workshop and qualify for the certificate of completion (and a goodie bag from INTERSECT 2025), you need to: 1) attend all the required sessions (morning and mid-day sessions), 2) submit a project proposal, and 3) write a short reflection essay that discusses your learning from the workshop and your future plans.

Side Events

21-23 November 2025 | Various Locations

Explore local culture and industry through our curated side events (additional cost applies). More details will be announced soon.

Half-day

🏢 Silicon Valley Tour

  • Locations
    Googleplex, Apple Park, and other tech giants
  • Includes
    Transportation
  • Highlights
    Behind-the-scenes look at Silicon Valley's innovation hubs
Full-day

🌉 San Francisco Highlights

  • Attractions
    Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island
  • Includes
    Transportation
  • Optional
    Chinatown dinner experience
Half-day

🏛️ Stanford Campus Tour

  • Highlights
    Historic buildings, research facilities
  • Includes
    guide and campus stories
  • Features
    Photo opportunities at iconic locations
Full-day

🌊 Coastal Adventure

  • Route
    Monterey and Big Sur scenic drive
  • Includes
    Transportation
  • Highlights
    Coastal views, marine life spotting
2-day

🏔️ Nature Expedition

  • Location
    Yosemite National Park
  • Includes
    Transportation, accommodation, meals
  • Activities
    Hiking, photography

Note: Friday Prayer arrangements available for Muslim attendees. All side events include transportation from/to Stanford University.

Social Events

17-21 November 2025 | Various Locations

Connect with fellow attendees through casual dining and social activities.

Flexible

🏛️ Campus Activities

  • Location
    Stanford University Campus
  • Activities
    Guided tours, photo walks
  • Features
    Meet with Stanford researchers
Evening

🍽️ Downtown Palo Alto

  • Options
    Group dining experiences
  • Cuisine
    Various international restaurants
  • Features
    Networking opportunities
Evening

🌆 Mountain View

  • Location
    Castro Street restaurants
  • Options
    Casual dining and cafes
  • Features
    Tech hub atmosphere

All social events are optional and pay-as-you-go. Sign-up sheets will be available during the conference.