Shell’s CEO talks transformation, leadership, and the future of energy

Shell’s CEO talks transformation, leadership, and the future of energy

From The Energy Podcast by Shell

December 9, 2025 · 35 min · Season 7 · Episode 7

About this episode

Shell’s CEO Wael Sawan discusses the company's transformation and the future of energy in the season finale of The Energy Podcast.

In the season finale of The Energy Podcast, Shell’s CEO Wael Sawan reflects on a year of significant change globally. He discusses navigating through uncertainty, accelerating the energy transition, and embracing AI. He also shares how Shell is transforming into a fitter, more competitive company – one better equipped to navigate whatever lies ahead. Tune in for insights into the energy system, the outlook for liquefied natural gas (LNG), and leadership through times of change. Learn more about The Energy Podcast The Energy Podcast is a Starstruck Media production for Shell.   Episode references References to $20-22 billion of capital or investment per year refer to Shell's cash capital expenditure of $20-22 billion per year between 2025-2028. References to distributions of 40-50% of our cash flow from operations (CFFO) refers to Shell's shareholder distributions target of 40-50% of CFFO through the cycle. For more on the reference to $20 billion of capital Shell has employed in power as well as lower-carbon businesses, see Shell's Capital Markets Day 2025 presentation:  Delivering more value, with less emissions For more information on Shell’s energy…

People in this episode

Guest: Wael Sawan

Topics covered

  • energy transition
  • leadership
  • liquefied natural gas
  • artificial intelligence
  • corporate transformation

Keywords

  • energy transition
  • leadership
  • liquefied natural gas
  • AI
  • corporate transformation

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Organizations: Shell, Starstruck Media, Shell Global

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