Daniel Yergin is an American author, speaker, energy expert, and economic historian. He was born on February 6, 1947, and is widely known for his work on the global energy sector and its economic and geopolitical implications. Yergin is the author of several notable books, including "The Prize: The Epic Quest for Oil, Money & Power," which won the Pulitzer Prize for General Non-Fiction in 1992. This work is considered a definitive history of the oil industry and is praised for its in-depth analysis and comprehensive scope. Yergin is also the co-founder and Chairman of Cambridge Energy Research Associates (CERA), which provides industry insights and consultancy on energy markets. He has contributed to the understanding of how energy policies and markets impact political and economic landscapes worldwide. His expertise is frequently sought in policy-making forums, and he has served on the US Secretary of Energy Advisory Board under several administrations. Throughout his career, Yergin has continued to study and write about energy, economics, and international affairs, authoring other influential books such as "The Quest: Energy, Security, and the Remaking of the Modern World" and "The New Map: Energy, Climate, and the Clash of Nations." His works provide critically acclaimed analyses of the energy sector, considering factors such as technology, politics, and environmental concerns.