Maroš Šefčovič
VICE-PRESIDENT of the EC for Interinstitutional Relations and Foresight.
Green Transition Forum 4.0:
Redefining the CEE Region Global Perspective
26-28 June, 2024 Sofia
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C-levelparticipants
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About the Event
The CEE’s largest and most influential platform for discussing the European Green Deal.
Green Transition brings together the dedicated visionaries and leaders who catalyze the net-zero transformation of economies and industries. To position the CEE region as a hub of sustainability, innovation, and economic dynamism, the fourth edition of the summit will provide a stage for open discussion on topics involving the economic, technological, and social futures of stakeholders impacted by the Green Deal. Through collective action, the forum aspires to make an impact and help position CEE countries as frontrunners in the global race toward sustainability.
Who Participates?
PoliticalStakeholders
The summit provides an exclusive stage for EU policymakers, heads of state, ministers, and members of parliaments. They shape policies and positions within the EU and specifically CEE, a region with unique economic and ecological challenges.
BusinessLeaders
Corporation management executives share their opinions and strategies on industry low-carbon transition, the impacts on their business models, and their insights on the future.
Innovators and Experts
Innovators and disruptors showcase breakthrough technologies and redefine industry standards.
Renowned experts bridge the gap across all stakeholders, forging a new path forward.
ImpactfulThinkers
Esteemed academics, researchers, and thought leaders share their insights to bridge science, policy, and practice. This way they foster evidence-based solutions enabling net-zero economies and the global transition.
Our Key-Note Speakers
The Green Transition brings future-shaping discussions with political stakeholders, thought leaders, heads of state, innovators, industry experts, and business influencers. We are currently finalizing our 2024 lineup.
Nicolas Schmit
European Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights
Iliana Ivanova
European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth
Vladimir Malinov
Caretaker Minister of Energy
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rosen Karadimov
Minister for Innovation and Growth
Ivaylo Ivanov
Minister of Labor And Social Policy
Dr. Petko Nikolov
Caretaker Minister of Economy and Industry
Victor Parlicov
Minister of Energy, Republic of Moldova
Dr. Igor Papič
Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of Slovenia
Anđela Jakšić – Stojanović
Minister of Education, Science and Innovation of Montenegro
Jeton Raka
Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Environment, Kosovo
Kyriacos Kakouris
Vice-President of EIB
Giorgos Kremlis
Honorary Director of the European Commission
Vasil Terziev
Mayor of Sofia
Erion Veliaj
Mayor of Tirana
Perparim Rama
Mayor of Prishtina
Dr. Huseyn Huseynov
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Roger Havenith
Deputy Chief Executive, EIF
Dirk Buschle
Deputy Director, Energy Community Secretariat
Slavtcho Neykov
Chairman of the Institute of Energy Management
Kristian Ruby
Secretary General, Union of the Electricity Industry – Eurelectric
Ivan Velev
Portfolio Manager – ACT Commodities
Krassimira Raycheva
Country Manager Visa, Bulgaria
Giles Dickson
CEO of WindEurope
Nadya Dankinova
Executive Director of the FLAG Foundation
Kristina Šermukšnytė – Alešiūnienė
CEO of AgriFood Lithuania
Pavel Lisev
Member of the MB of the Fund of Funds
Melodena Stephens
Professor of Innovation & Technology Governance at MBRSG in Dubai, UAE
Prof. Andres Leon-Geyer
Pontifical Catholic University of Peru
Tsvetanka Mincheva
CEO and Chairman of the Management board of UniCredit Bulbank
Lubomila Jordanova
CEO of Plan A
Teodora Georgieva
Executive Officer of ICGB
Marisa Zalabak
AI Ethicist and Educational Psychologist
Elenko Bozhkov
Interim Deputy Minister of Energy 2022 – 2023
Daniele Violetti
Senior Director, Programmes Coordination, UNFCCC
John Havens
Global Director for Strong Sustainability and The IEEE
Oliver Röpke
President of the EESC
Desislava Simeonova
Leader of the KBC Group’s Sustainable Finance Programme and Executive Director SME Banking of UBB
Angelin Tsachev
Director and member of the Management Board of the Electricity System Operator
Sasha Bezuhanova
Founder of MOVE.BG
Briseida Gjoza
Сo-founder & CEO of ConsciESG
Manyu Moravenov Ph.D
Executive Director of the Bulgarian Stock Exchange
Georgi Stefanov
Head of the Political Cabinet of the Deputy Prime Minister for Climate Policy (2022-2023), leading expert on climate, energy, green policies
Monika Manolova
Innovation expert at Digital National Alliance
Summit Topics
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Green FinancingInvesting in low-emission assets and infrastructure to catalyze economic growth and make an impact on the sustainable development of the region.
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Energy Transition and Net-zero IndustriesThe challenges and opportunities that come with decarbonizing industries and shifting from fossil-based systems to renewable energy.
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Bio-Agriculture and Food SecurityTaking responsibility for maintaining ecological balance and diversity, while decreasing the risks of consumers’ health imbalance and risks.
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Digitalization, AI, and CybersecurityInnovation on a technological scale is dynamic and knowing how to employ the changes to empower the future of clean energy is essential.
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The Social Dimensions of a Just TransitionWhat equity do the companies and countries have in the transition? How do we provide a safe and inclusive working future for all impacted parties and leave no one behind?
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Regional Cooperation and TransformationResearch, development, and innovation partnerships between regions maximize the benefits of the Green Transition and work to minimize the threats to the environment.
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Challenges and Solutions in the CEE RegionBalancing industrial development with the green agenda provides many obstacles. What are the steps to unlocking the CEE region’s immense potential for rapid growth and prosperity?
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Industry Champions and VisionariesEmblematic CEE Transformers and Net-Zero leaders embrace innovation and exemplify advancements and philosophies that make them frontrunners in the global race toward sustainability.
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