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Conference: 1st Energy Transition Dialogue in Central and Eastern Europe (AI, Energy Security and Market Integration)

Joint Initiative by The Energy Bridge and Vienna University of Technology (ACE TU Wien)

When: May 28th 2025, at Climate Lab
Where: Eingang beim Wien Energie Servicetreff, Spittelauer Lände 45, 1090 Wien

The Energy Bridge (TEB) is proud to present the 1st Energy Transition Dialogue in Central and Eastern Europe, a pivotal conference designed to foster collaboration and drive progress in the region's energy landscape. This dialogue will delve into the critical intersections of AI, energy security, and market integration, facilitating essential conversations among industry leaders and stakeholders. TEB aims to bridge the CEE energy ecosystem with Western Europe and beyond, empowering informed decision-making and collaborative solutions.

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Programme

09:30 – 10:00

Registration and Coffee

10:00 – 10:10

Welcome Address by TEB: Rahul Mishra and Daniel Schaub

10:10 – 10:20

Keynote: State of Energy Transition: Leonore Gewessler, Member of Parliament, Austria

10:20 – 10:35

Keynote: Pathways to Decarbonize the CEE region: Reinhard Haas, Head -Energy Economics Group, Karin Mottl, Managing Director, Energiepark

Session I: Enabling regulatory frameworks for Renewables in CEE (Moderated by Tamara Kosi, M&A Manager)

This session will initiate with an opening address, laying the foundation for an in-depth exploration of the dynamic regulatory landscape impacting renewable energy in Central and Eastern Europe. After a brief intermission, a panel discussion will convene, featuring expert perspectives on the crucial elements of the regulatory framework. The panel will critically assess the obstacles and opportunities related to the advancement of renewable energy within the CEE region.

10:35 – 10:50

Opening Statement by Nicola Kofler, Head-Asset Development, Realisation & Management, Wien Energie

10:50 – 11:00

Case Study on regional regulatory challenges by Tamara Kosi, M&A Manager

11:00 – 11:15

Small Coffee Break

11:15 – 12:00

Panel Debate

Panelist 1 : Adina Stoica, Legal Director, Romania
Panelist 2 : Rozeta Karova, International Consultant on Energy and Climate Law, World Bank
Panelist 3: Leonore Gewessler, Member of Parliament, Austria
Panelist 4: Nicola Kofler, Head- Asset Development, Realisation & Management, Wien Energie, Austria

12:00 – 13:00

Lunch

Session II: Energy Market Integration for CEE (Moderated by Matthias Obermair, Energy Market System Manager, Austrian Power Grid AG, Austria)

Energy Market Integration for CEE will feature a panel discussion focused on the multifaceted implications of market integration for Central and Eastern Europe. Panelists will explore their individual perspectives on market integration and their expectations for its impact on the region. The discussion will delve into the timeline and readiness of non-included countries for accession to broader European energy markets, addressing potential risks to existing energy producers from increased competition. The panel will also examine the potential for integrating renewable energy sources with differing production profiles

13:00 – 13:15

Tecloman BESS in Action: Advanced Applications & Expert Learning Paths

13:15 – 13:30

Austria´s current energy landscape – the World Energy Trilemma and Issues Map by Martin Heissenberger, Future Energy Leader, World Energy Council

13:30 – 13:45

Renewable Energy Vision and Strategy of OMV by Jelisaveta Pavlovic, Senior Expert Renewable Power Analytics at OMV

13:45 – 14:00

Presentation (Energy Market Integration opportunities and challenges) by Matthias Obermair, Energy Market System Manager, Austrian Power Grid AG

14:00 – 14:45

Panel Debate

Panelist 1 - Gilbert Guntschnig, Manager at Omnia Energy
Panelist 2 - Gerhard Mutter, Founder, Member of Scientific Committee, EU PVSEC, Austria
Panelist 3 - Lisa-Marie Mohr, Managing Consultant, Magnus Energy
Panelist 4 - Martin Heissenberger, Future Energy Leader, World Energy Council
Panelist 5 - Jasmina Trhulj, Head of Electricity Unit at The Energy Community Secretariat

14:45 – 14:55

Break

Session III: Startup Showcase (Moderated by Kambis Kohansal Vajargah, Head of Startup Service, WKO, Austria)

14:55 – 15:05

Nexus.Group AI (Energy Security and Risk)

15:05 – 15:15

Sonnnig (Energy as a Benefit)

15:15 – 15:25

Floating Ground

15:25 – 15:35

marbl. Cross-market trading signals

Session IV: Addressing Energy Security in the CEE Region and AI-Driven Security Solutions (Moderated by Christian Diendorfer, Senior Adviser, World Energy Council)

15:35 – 15:50

Presentation 1: AI-Enabled Grid Resiliency Improvement in Local Renewable Energy Communities by Bharath Varsh Rao, Scientist and Business Developer, Austrian Institute of Technology

15:50 – 16:05

Presentation 2: AI predicting failures in e-systems by Jesse Koskela, CCO, Eneryield & EcoPhi (Live demo of XAI fault prediction software)

16:05 – 16:15

Presentation 3: V2G- Opportunities and Execution Path in Austria by Korbinian Kasinger, Managing Director, kW-solutions

16:15 – 17:00

Panel Debate

Panelist 1 - Jesse Koskela, CCO, Eneryield & EcoPhi, Finland
Panelist 2 - Bharath Varsh Rao, Scientist and Business Developer, Austrian Institute of Technology
Panelist 3 - Korbinian Kasinger, Managing Director, kW-solutions
Panelist 4 - Sherin Gharib, Senior Expert Energy & Climate, Austropapier
Panelist 5 - Antonella Cvrtak, Industrial Customer Growth Lead, Nista.io

17:00 – 17:15

Inspirational ending keynote by Thiem Energy (Ace Atheletes as Energy Ambassadors), Moritz Thiem

17:15 – 18:15

Networking Drinks

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