Building on last year’s conference theme, this year’s event will focus on practical solutions and new challenges arising from dynamic changes in the energy sector. Technological innovations, regulatory frameworks, and social acceptance of the energy transition will play a crucial role in the effective implementation of sustainable development principles, energy security, and energy accessibility.
A key topic will be the challenges related to responsible sourcing of critical raw materials necessary for the energy transition, considering sustainability and energy security.
Moderator:
dr hab. Wojciech Drożdż, prof. US
Panelists:
Arkadiusz Marchewka – Ministry of Infrastructure
Michał Gramatyka – Ministry of Digital Affairs
Gu Yunling – Deputy Director of Yancheng Municipal People’s Congress
Michał Przepiera – Deputy Mayor of the City of Szczecin
Maciej Gracz – Deputy Mayor of Rogoźno
Waldemar Miśko – Prezes Zarządu WFOŚiGW
Coordinator:
Krystian Redżeb
Key topics:
- Integration of renewable energy sources into the infrastructure of regions.
- Energy-efficient buildings and smart infrastructure
- Urban mobility and electrification of transport
- Citizen Engagement and Energy Awareness
Moderator:
dr hab. Radosław Miśkiewicz, prof. US
Panelists:
H.E. Prof. Anastase Shyaka - Ambassador of the Republic of Rwanda to Poland
Dr. Mikołaj Budzanowski - CEO, InnoEnergy Central Europe
Mr. Marcin Piersiak – CEO, Alliance for Responsible Mining
Mr. Michał Śmierciak – CEO, Management Consultants Amplio
Piotr Skorynko - Regional Director (South and East), EIT RawMaterials
Coordinator:
Aleksandra Cholewa
Key topics:
- Raw materials security in the Polish context and the impact of the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA) on the EU.
- Sustainable sourcing of critical raw materials for the energy transition.
- Strategic partnerships with Africa for the development of critical raw materials.
- Diversification of supply in the geopolitical context.
- Advanced refining and processing technologies supporting the circular economy.