Dr. Steven Knell

Dr. Steven Knell currently serves as President of Energy Intelligence, overseeing editorial, research, data, and the annual Forum program since March 2025. In addition, Dr. Knell holds the position of Professor of Practice in Energy and Climate Policy at SOAS University of London, starting in June 2024. Prior experience includes Vice President at Wood Mackenzie, where responsibilities included corporate due diligence and market strategy for the EMEARC region, along with leadership roles at IHS Markit as Gas, Power, and Energy Futures Director and Climate and Carbon Research Manager, focusing on climate policy and emissions research. Earlier career highlights include an Associate Director role at IHS CERA and senior analyst positions at Global Insight. Dr. Knell obtained a Ph.D. in International Relations from the University of Sussex and an MSc in International Relations from The London School of Economics.