The focus of the power generation conference was on improving power generation supply, efficiency and distribution in the Caspian region. Representatives of regional governments, investors, utilities, power generators and other important sector players discussed such issues as mutually beneficial partnerships to improve Caspian energy efficiency, different methods of financing Caspian power projects, the potential for regulatory reform, modernising the existing infrastructure and identifying the investment conditions for new projects, expanding the regional energy mix to include renewables effectively and carbon emission reduction.

The Energy Charter Secretariat was represented at both events by Mr. Patrick Larkin, Senior Adviser, who delivered addresses on behalf of the Secretary General, Amb. André Mernier, entitled "Addressing the Large-Scale Financing of Major Infrastructure Projects to Enable Effective Gas Production" and "Promoting Electricity Cooperation Investment in the Caspian Region for the Benefit of Consumers and Business".