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.

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).

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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