Innovation and Technology – Unlocking Hidden Value in Eurasia’s Resources

Central Asia’s vast hydrocarbon and geothermal reserves hold immense untapped potential for critical raw materials vital to the global energy transition. This session showcases breakthrough research and commercial applications, from extracting critical minerals from oilfield brines to recovering metals using selective polymers and harnessing geothermal systems.

The session will feature presentations from research institutions and technology companies demonstrating proven technologies ready for scale-up, offering Central Asia the opportunity to supply essential materials for the next industrial revolution whilst maintaining environmental responsibility and generating substantial economic returns.