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Energy Communities: Models and Success Stories for Energy Democracy In partnership with Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, Skopje, this session explored the transformative potential of energy communities in promoting democratic participation and local empowerment. Participants examined diverse models and real-world success stories, providing insights into community-led approaches to energy production, distribution, and governance. Key Questions: 1.…

Innovative Approaches to Critical Raw Material Management in the Western Balkans The green and digital transition has heightened the demand for critical raw materials, necessitating regulatory cooperation. This opens a door for EU and Western Balkan cooperation to integrate into the EU critical raw material supply chain. To achieve this, the Western Balkans must…

Panel 4: Grid Enhancement - Trends and Challenges As investments in renewable energy sources (RES) accelerate, the need for grid enhancement becomes critical. With RES being unstable, advanced management systems are essential. Transmission (TSO) and distribution systems operators (DSO) play a crucial role in supporting and balancing these needs. How are we progressing with…

Highlighting our Main Supporter of MEF24: The Open Society Foundation - Western Balkans We are honored to have the support of the Open Society Foundations - Western Balkans, with their representative Andi Dobrushi, Director of OSF, delivering an inspiring speech at #MEF24. Key Points from Andi Dobrushi's Speech: Facing Challenges: Addressing climate change, economic upheavals,…

Next from the parallel session is the Financing the Green Energy Transition panel! Championed by NLB Bank, this panel focused on the financial aspects of the green energy transition. Moderator: Olimpija Zaevska, CEO of Elson Solutions Panelists: Branko Greganovic, NLB Banka Skopje Stefan Kostovski, EBRD Marjan Stojiljkovic, Climate Lens Advisors Bjorn…

From the parallel sessions, the first we report on is the Technological Innovations for Repowering and Repurposing Powered by the Embassy of France to North Macedonia, this panel explored the essential technologies needed to repower and repurpose the energy sector. Keynote Speakers: HE Cyrille Baumgartner, Ambassador of France Giles Dickson, CEO of WindEurope Moderator:…

You shouldn't have missed the Ministerial Panel on "Bold Strategies for Repowering and Repurposing the Energy Sector in the Western Balkans"! Here’s a quick recap of this discussion... Keynote addresses were delivered by Sanja Bozhinovska, who highlighted the prospects of a new Ministry of Energy and Mining in North Macedonia, and Francesco La Camera, Director-general…

The panel on "The Importance of Critical Infrastructure for Energy Security: Navigating the Path Forward," organized jointly with the Atlantic Council, just concluded with key insights! Moderated by Lidija L. Franklin, Senior Director at Jones Group International, the panel featured: - Steven De Bruyn, Partner at PwC Advisory, Belgium - Scott A. Kindsvater, Europe Lead…

Fireside Chat on "Between Energy Security and Energy Transition" with the Prime Minister-designate of North Macedonia Our distinguished guests, Hristijan Mickoski, Prime Minister-designate of North Macedonia, and Giles Dickson, CEO of WindEurope, engaged in a dynamic discussion on balancing energy security with the green energy transition. Key takeaways: - Emphasis the importance of considering…

Official Opening of MEF Energy Forum 2024! We are thrilled to kick off the 7th edition of the Macedonian Energy Forum with a powerful opening panel. Our esteemed speakers highlighted the urgency and importance of transitioning to reliable and clean energy across the Western Balkans. Opening and Welcome Remarks by: - Agim Selami, Executive…