April 15th, 2026
Luncheon Lecture
"Energy Geopolitics After Venezuela and Iran"
Dr. Emily Meierding
Associate Professor
Institute for Regional and International Security
Naval Postgraduate School
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn - Monterey
Luncheon Lecture
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
The U.S. intervention in Venezuela and conflict with Iran have pushed energy back to the center of international geopolitics, reshaping oil and natural gas flows, market stability, and political alignments. Professor Meierding will examine these shifts and consider their implications for U.S. power and global security.
Emily Meierding is an Associate Professor in the Institute for Regional and International Security (IRIS) at the Naval Postgraduate School. Her teaching and research focus on the politics of oil and natural gas resources, security implications of climate change, and great power competition. She is the author of The Oil Wars Myth: Petroleum and the Causes of International Conflict (Cornell University Press, 2020). Dr. Meierding earned her Ph.D. from the University of Chicago. Before joining the faculty of the Naval Postgraduate School she was a fellow at the Center of International Security and Cooperation at Stanford University.
Professor Meierding has requested that we observe the Chatham House Rule at her presentation and discussion session. Under the Chatham House Rule participants are free to use information received but the speaker’s remarks are not for attribution.
$45 World Affairs Council Members
$55 for Guests
MENU
Strawberry Spinach Salad
Baby Spinach, Strawberries, Goat Cheese, Candied Pecans
with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Entrée
Seared Salmon with Lemon Dill Yogurt Sauce
with Rice and Sautéed Vegetables
Dessert
Chocolate Pecan Brownie
Vegetarian
Vegetable Stuffed Bell Pepper
Quinoa, Herbs, Roasted Vegetables, Pomodoro Sauce, and Parmesan
with a Balsamic Reduction
Registration closes on Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 at 5 pm
or when the venue fills.
$45 World Affairs Council Members
$55 for Guests
Please note: Cancellations after the deadline are non-refundable.
If you encounter difficulties with our online registration, please email info@wacmb.org or tel. 831‑643‑1855 to reserve a spot by close of registration - Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
More information & details to follow in the
WACMB April 2026 issue of Passport
