From August 19 to 25, the Kazakh-British Technical University (KBTU), one of the leading technical universities in the country, with the support of the KAZENERGY Association, is hosting a Summer School under the auspices of WPC Energy (World Petroleum Council), organized for future industry professionals from foreign countries.
This year, the first cohort of KBTU's international Summer School includes 15 students from technical universities in the United Kingdom, China, and Romania. Participants in the program have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a unique educational environment, familiarize themselves with the latest advancements in the energy sector, visit KBTU's advanced laboratory and technical facilities, and expand their professional knowledge and skills.
In his welcoming remarks at the opening ceremony of the Summer School Mr. Jambulat Sarsenov, WPC Energy Vice President for Diversity, Inclusion, and Youth, emphasized that WPC Energy has been actively supporting youth in the energy sector for over 20 years, and this KBTU project marks the beginning of a cycle of many new youth projects that will be implemented with the support of the Kazakh National Committee of WPC Energy, represented by the KAZENERGY Association.
Furthermore, the welcoming address highlighted the special significance of this project in the run-up to the 125th anniversary of Kazakhstan's oil industry, as the country's oil and gas sector holds a significant place in the global energy market, and industry professionals continuously strive to expand international cooperation, including within the framework of the reputable international organization WPC Energy.
The KAZENERGY Association also welcomes this momentous event and intends to provide every support in promoting and popularizing KBTU's Summer School in the future, with the aim of supporting youth projects and expanding international cooperation in the energy sector.
