DTL Women's Lunch Series- Low Carbon Solutions and Sustainable Planning at Oxy
Determined to Lead Women's Lunch Seminar with Sarah Kassis Izzat, Sr. Manager Global Sustainable Solutions at OXY
This time we will meet at the OXY Suite at the Ion
Join us for this month's Determined to Lead (DTL) Lunch, where we dive into the vital intersection of Low Carbon Solutions and Sustainable Planning. This session will explore the crucial steps organizations must take to align their technical capabilities with large-scale environmental goals.
The discussion is centered on the critical importance of integrating disciplines and creating culture to drive meaningful change in the energy transition. We will look at practical examples demonstrating how genuine cultural commitment, supported by solid technical expertise, is the engine for achieving a sustainable and net-zero future.
Who Should Attend
This event is specifically designed for professionals interested in how technical expertise, sustainability strategy, and organizational culture come together to support climate goals.
Whether you're working in:
Engineering or Operations
Environmental Planning
Corporate Strategy
Decarbonization Initiatives
This session offers practical insights on bridging disciplines, leading change, and building momentum toward a sustainable future.
Key Takeaway
Participants will walk away with a clear understanding of the importance of integrating disciplines and creating culture to drive meaningful change within their own organizations.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with like-minded professionals in the industry.
About the Speaker: Sarah Kassis Izzat
Sarah Kassis Izzat is a leading voice in the sustainable energy and climate finance sector, currently serving as the Global Senior Manager, Sustainable Solutions at Occidental Petroleum (Oxy).
In her role, Sarah drives enterprise-wide strategy and implementation of sustainable planning initiatives, with a focus on emissions forecasting, decarbonization pathways, and sustainability transparency. Her career spans nearly two decades in the energy sector, beginning with technical roles in reservoir engineering and evolving into leadership positions that integrate operational excellence with climate-forward planning. Her extensive career in the energy industry includes significant experience in integrating environmental considerations into upstream strategy, giving her a unique, holistic perspective on climate technology implementation.
A rising leader in climate strategy and sustainable energy, Sarah Kassis Izzat has quickly made her mark in high-level industry dialogues, including serving as a featured panelist at COP28, where she shared insights on the pivotal role of Carbon Markets in Driving Global Industrial Decarbonization. Since transitioning into sustainability leadership, she has developed expertise in methane mitigation, carbon capture technologies, and navigating the evolving regulatory landscape shaping the oil and gas sector’s path to net zero. Sarah holds a Master of Environmental Management from Duke University and a Bachelor’s in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Oklahoma.
Agenda
1:00 pm - Light lunch served
1:30 pm - Presentation
2:15 pm - Q&A
2:30 pm - Networking
3:00 pm - End.
Feel free to bring a guest!
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