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Connecting the heart of European energy policy to the Western Balkans: We are honored to announce that Artur Lorkowski, Director of the Energy Community Secretariat, will be joining us at MEF Energy Forum 2026. As a leading figure in regional energy integration, his expertise will be vital in discussing the pathways toward a…

Welcoming a key voice in regional environmental leadership: We are honored to announce that Julian Popov, Minister of Environment and Water of Bulgaria, will join the Ministerial Panel on Environment at MEF Energy Forum 2026. His participation strengthens MEF’s role as a platform where policy meets action in shaping the Western Balkans’ energy and environmental…

We are proud to announce a strategic partnership between MEF 2026 and the Energy Community Secretariat. As a key institution driving energy policy integration between the European Union and the Western Balkans, the Energy Community Secretariat brings unmatched regional expertise to this year’s Forum. Through a high-level ministerial panel at #MEF26, this collaboration will focus…

As a vital bridge between high-level energy policy and real-world business implementation, we are bringing together regional decision-makers and industry leaders to turn climate goals into tangible investment opportunities .At MEF, we are proud to facilitate this dialogue, ensuring a green energy transition for the Western Balkans that is both strategically sound and economically driven.…

ENERGY WITHOUT BORDERS At MEF 2026, dialogue turns into direction. Bringing together key decision-makers from across the region and Europe, the Forum will host high-level ministerial discussions shaping the future of energy in the Western Balkans. From strengthening regional cooperation and climate ambition, to securing clean energy systems, resilient supply chains, and sustainable resource…

Energy transition is about vision, fairness, and economic opportunity. At MEF 2025, Sanja Bozinovska, Minister of Energy, Mining and Mineral Resources, emphasized the importance of building a modern energy model that enables a just transition while drivin economic growth for citizens and the state. Her message reflects one of the core themes of the Macedonian…

Today we met with Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski to discuss the strategic role of the upcoming MEF26. We agreed to join forces to strengthen the national and international impact of MEF26 and position North Macedonia as a serious regional energy hub. On this occasion, we presented the Prime Minister with a plaquette in recognition of…

What does the future of energy in the Western Balkans look like? It looks like collaboration, innovation, and action. The MEF Energy Forum brings together the brightest minds to drive the green transition forward. Take a look at the video to see the impact of our latest regional dialogues. Together, we are powering progress.

MEF2026 organized by the ZIP Institute, serves as a vital platform for accelerating the energy transition and fostering regional cooperation in the Western Balkans. It bridges the gap between policy and action to ensure a sustainable energy future on the "Road to COP31". Learn more about this initiative at https://mef.mk/