The world is changing rapidly

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Geopolitical tensions, energy security, competitiveness, technology and the energy transition are reshaping the global energy landscape. At the same time, growing fragmentation and polarisation are making dialogue and collaboration more important than ever. 

The ONS theme is more than a headline. It should capture the defining issues of our time, while pointing towards what comes next. It will provide a common thread across ONS 2028, connecting conversations about energy, geopolitics, technology, security, climate, innovation and leadership. 

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We are looking for a theme that is: 

• ‍Simple and memorable – ideally one strong word ‍
• Global – relevant across markets, regions and perspectives ‍
• Forward-looking – pointing towards possibilities, solutions and direction ‍
• Action-oriented – creating a sense of movement and ambition ‍
• Connecting – encouraging dialogue and collaboration across traditional divides ‍
• Broad enough for ONS – relevant to energy, but also to the wider forces shaping our world 

We are particularly interested in ideas that capture not only where the world is heading, but also where we should be heading together. 

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Historical ONS themes

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For inspiration and context: here are the one-word themes from previous editions of ONS.

• 2026: Courage
• 2024: Imagine
• 2022: Trust
• 2020: Together
• 2018: Innovate
• 2016: Transition
• 2014: Changes

What do YOU think the theme for ONS 2028 should be? 

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We invite our partners, stakeholders and wider ONS community to share their ideas. Send us a word, together with a sentence or two explaining why you believe it could provide a strong direction for ONS 2028. 

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If your suggestion is chosen as the theme for ONS 2028, we will contact you and reward you for your contribution.

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Share your suggestion for our next theme by 23 November. Klick the button below to start.