The pivotal event featuring the most recent in technology, legislation, and best practices that will shape the future of sustainability.
SEEnergy, an international conference and trade expo, will be held from May 15 to 17, 2024. Every two years, we will assess the countries of Southeast Europe’s progress in the area of green transition, systematically examine the challenges they face, and encourage discussions on how to overcome them. We will also present recent developments in technology and legislation and offer comparative examples of best practices across countries. The involvement of state agencies, institutions, energy companies, and other stakeholders involved in the organization demonstrates the importance of the green transition in Slovenia and other SEE countries.
Location
Celjski sejem / Celje Fair
Celje Congress Centre
Celje Congress Centre
Date & TIME
May 15, 2024, - May 17, 2024
9 A.M. - 6 P.M.
9 A.M. - 6 P.M.
TICKETS
3 reasons to attend the event
Agenda
Lectures and panel discussions will be held in both Slovenian and English. We will provide simultaneous translators at the event, ensuring that both foreign and domestic visitors can follow the content without interruption.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2024
BLUE HALL
9.00–9.45
Registration, coffee, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
9.45–10.00
Welcome speeches
10.00–12.00
Digitalization in energetics
10.00–10.20
The role of digital solutions in the modern transmission power network
Uroš Kerin, PhD, Assistant Director, ELES d.o.o.
Uroš Kerin, PhD, Assistant Director, ELES d.o.o.
10.20–10.40
Distribution 5.0
Boris Kupec MSc., Chairman of the Management Board of Electro Celje and member of the GIZ DEE Assembly
Boris Kupec MSc., Chairman of the Management Board of Electro Celje and member of the GIZ DEE Assembly
10.40–11.00
Why does the EU need smart power grids
Roman Bernard, CEO & Co-founder, NGEN d.o.o.
Roman Bernard, CEO & Co-founder, NGEN d.o.o.
11.00–11.20
What practical consequences does the revised network charge calculation bring to businesses?
David Batič, Head of the Energy Market Development and Monitoring department, Energy Agency of Slovenia
David Batič, Head of the Energy Market Development and Monitoring department, Energy Agency of Slovenia
11.20–11.40
Digitalization, connectivity, flexibility, and automation in the energy sector
Dušan Lukič, Project Manager – New Mobility, MOON
Dušan Lukič, Project Manager – New Mobility, MOON
11.40–12.00
Infrastructure for providing advanced energy services
Rok Lacko, Head of Energy Storage and Flexibility Services, GEN-I d.o.o.
Rok Lacko, Head of Energy Storage and Flexibility Services, GEN-I d.o.o.
12.00–13.30
Lunch break, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
13.30–16.15
Wind power energy
13.30–13.50
Objectives, Provisions, and Incentives for Wind Power Plant
Krištof Zupančič, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy (MOPE)
Krištof Zupančič, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy (MOPE)
13.50–14.10
The plans of DEM Company in the field of wind energy
Dravske elektrarne Maribor, member of HSE Group
Dravske elektrarne Maribor, member of HSE Group
14.10–14.30
Win-Win(d) – The Croatian experience
Tea Dabić, Legal expert, OIE Hrvatska
Tea Dabić, Legal expert, OIE Hrvatska
14.30–14.50
The Dutch experience
Maxine Tillij, Director for Energy Systems Transition at the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy
Maxine Tillij, Director for Energy Systems Transition at the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy
14.50–15.10
The latest technologies in the field of wind energy utilization
Stjepan Čerkez, Board Member, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
Stjepan Čerkez, Board Member, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
15.10–15.30
EDF Group presentation
15.30–16.15
Panel discussion with all speakers
16.15–18.00
Opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
SMALL CONGRESS HALL
8.00–8.30
Registration and coffee
8.30–10.30
Celje city conference on the subject of green transition
Municipality of Celje
Municipality of Celje
8.30–10.30
Coffee break and networking
11.00–13.00
Celje city conference on the subject of green transition
Municipality of Celje
Municipality of Celje
13.00–14.00
Lunch break, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
CELJANKA HALL
10.30–12.30
CO2 capture and storage in industry
10.30–10.50
Capture and preparation of CO2 in industry
Jure Robič, Research and Development Manager, Omega air d.o.o.
Jure Robič, Research and Development Manager, Omega air d.o.o.
10.50–11.20
Subset: Example from practice
Gregor Šorn, Head of Production, Belinka Perkemija d.o.o.
Gregor Šorn, Head of Production, Belinka Perkemija d.o.o.
11.20–11.40
ZeCarb: Advancing net-zero with Messer’s new CCUS service
Tarek El Hawary, PhD, Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Messer SE & Co. KGaA
Tarek El Hawary, PhD, Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Messer SE & Co. KGaA
11.40–12.00
Carbon emissions from fermentation and the potential for carbon capture
Rok Berovič, Founder, InoVine d.o.o.
Rok Berovič, Founder, InoVine d.o.o.
12.00–12.20
Direct air capture and the path to carbon neutrality
Dana Marinič, Student Researcher, National Chemistry Institute of Slovenia
Dana Marinič, Student Researcher, National Chemistry Institute of Slovenia
12.20–14.00
Lunch break, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
14.00–16.00
Hydrogen as an environmentally friendly energy carrier
14.00–14.20
Hydrogen as a technology for achieving European climate and energy goals
izr. prof. dr. Blaž Likozar, Head of the Department of Catalysis and Chemical Reaction Engineering, National Institute of Chemistry Slovenia
izr. prof. dr. Blaž Likozar, Head of the Department of Catalysis and Chemical Reaction Engineering, National Institute of Chemistry Slovenia
14.20–14.40
Energy policies to support hydrogen technologies
Davor Rašić, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy
Davor Rašić, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy
15.00–15.20
Production of H2 and technologies
Jure Robič, Research and Development Manager, Omega air d.o.o.
Jure Robič, Research and Development Manager, Omega air d.o.o.
15.20–15.40
Zero emission operations with clean hydrogen – case studies in industry and transport
Tim Evison, Senior Vice President - Clean Hydrogen and Sustainability, Messer SE & Co. KGaA
Tim Evison, Senior Vice President - Clean Hydrogen and Sustainability, Messer SE & Co. KGaA
15.40–16.00
Use of hydrogen in glass production
Tilen Sever, Hrastnik Glassworks
Tilen Sever, Hrastnik Glassworks
16.00–18.00
Opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2024
BLUE HALL
8.30–9.00
Registration, coffee, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
9.00–12.00
What awaits local communities in the transition to a low-carbon society and examples of good practices
9.00–9.20
What awaits local communities in the transition to a low-carbon society
Mira Žnidarič, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy (MOPE)
Mira Žnidarič, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy (MOPE)
9.20–9.40
How to involve the public sector, households, and businesses in a local energy cooperative (community)
Marko Funkl, Mayor of Hrastnik
Marko Funkl, Mayor of Hrastnik
9.40–10.00
Community-based RES projects from the bottom up
Rajko Leban, Managing Director, Goriška Local Energy Agency (GOLEA)
Rajko Leban, Managing Director, Goriška Local Energy Agency (GOLEA)
10.00–10.20
Risks related to the implementation of community self-sufficiency in electricity
Jan Zakrajšek, Head of Marketing & Trading Division, Javno podjetje Energetika Ljubljana d.o.o.
Jan Zakrajšek, Head of Marketing & Trading Division, Javno podjetje Energetika Ljubljana d.o.o.
10.40–11.10
Coffee break and networking
11.10–11.30
Presentation of the Energy Cities network
Mario Rajn, Energy Cities Vicepresident and the Mayor of Križevci (CRO)
Mario Rajn, Energy Cities Vicepresident and the Mayor of Križevci (CRO)
11.30–12.30
Panel discussion with guests
Vladimir Prebilič, PhD, president of the Association of Municipalities and Towns of Slovenia and Mayor of Kočevje Municipality
Matija Kovač, Mayor of the Municipality of Celje
Marko Funkl, Mayor of the City of Hrastnik
Mario Rajn, Energy Cities Vicepresident and the Mayor of Križevci (CRO)
Mira Žnidarič, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy
Rajko Leban, Managing Director, Goriška Local Energy Agency (GOLEA)
Vladimir Prebilič, PhD, president of the Association of Municipalities and Towns of Slovenia and Mayor of Kočevje Municipality
Matija Kovač, Mayor of the Municipality of Celje
Marko Funkl, Mayor of the City of Hrastnik
Mario Rajn, Energy Cities Vicepresident and the Mayor of Križevci (CRO)
Mira Žnidarič, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy
Rajko Leban, Managing Director, Goriška Local Energy Agency (GOLEA)
12.30–13.30
Lunch break, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
13.30–15.30
Financing of energy projects
13.30–13.50
Financing of energy and the EIB Group
Simon Savšek, Head of the EIB Group Office, European Investment Bank (EIB)
Simon Savšek, Head of the EIB Group Office, European Investment Bank (EIB)
13.50–14.10
Tenders for Promoting Green Energy Transition
Marija Čebular Zajec, M.Sc., Ministry of Economy, Tourism and Sport
Marija Čebular Zajec, M.Sc., Ministry of Economy, Tourism and Sport
14.10–14.30
Mechanisms for promoting investments in RES
Borut Žnidarič, Director of the Field of Energy and Climate Mechanisms, BORZEN d.o.o.
Borut Žnidarič, Director of the Field of Energy and Climate Mechanisms, BORZEN d.o.o.
14.30–14.50
Green transition - Financial incentives from the Eco Fund for business entities
Primož Krapež, Undersecretary, EKO SKLAD (ECO FUND)
Primož Krapež, Undersecretary, EKO SKLAD (ECO FUND)
14.50–15.10
Solar Community Ajdovščina
Matej Haberl MSc., Product Manager, GEN-I d.o.o.
Matej Haberl MSc., Product Manager, GEN-I d.o.o.
15.10–15.30
Setting up a self-sustaining community in practice
Aleš Jurak, Director of General and Legal Affairs, Resalta d.o.o.
Aleš Jurak, Director of General and Legal Affairs, Resalta d.o.o.
15.30–18.00
Opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
SMALL CONGRESS HALL
8.30–9.00
Registration, coffee, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
9.00–12.30
How far along is solarization in SE Europe, and will we be able to use the sun?
9.00–9.20
Legislative developments in the field of photovoltaics
Krištof Zupančič, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy (MOPE)
Krištof Zupančič, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy (MOPE)
9.20–9.40
A new self-sufficient solution: is the construction of solar power plants still worthwhile?
Lev Prislan, Business Intelligence and Development Director, GEN-I d.o.o.
Lev Prislan, Business Intelligence and Development Director, GEN-I d.o.o.
9.40–10.00
SolarEdge ONE energy management system and cyber security
Jernej Blaj, Sales Manager, SolarEdge Technologies Ltd.
Jernej Blaj, Sales Manager, SolarEdge Technologies Ltd.
10.00–10.20
Huawei Fusionsolar Smart PV for a greener future
Ivan Cvrk, Business Development Manager, Huawei Technologies
Ivan Cvrk, Business Development Manager, Huawei Technologies
10.20–10.50
Coffee break and networking
10.50–11.10
How ambitious are the NECPs in Southeast Europe?
Jonathan Bonadio, Senior Policy Advisor, SolarPower Europe
Jonathan Bonadio, Senior Policy Advisor, SolarPower Europe
11.30–12.30
Panel discussion with guests
Krištof Zupančič, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy (MOPE)
Jonathan Bonadio, Senior Policy Advisor, SolarPower Europe
Maja Pokrovac, Director of OIE Hrvatska
Gregor Hudohmet, CEO, GEN-I SONCE d.o.o.
Maxine Tillij, Director for Energy Systems Transition at the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy
Uroš Blažica, CEO at Elektro Primorska d.d. and the Chairman of the GIZ DEE Assembly
Krištof Zupančič, Directorate for Energy, Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy (MOPE)
Jonathan Bonadio, Senior Policy Advisor, SolarPower Europe
Maja Pokrovac, Director of OIE Hrvatska
Gregor Hudohmet, CEO, GEN-I SONCE d.o.o.
Maxine Tillij, Director for Energy Systems Transition at the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy
Uroš Blažica, CEO at Elektro Primorska d.d. and the Chairman of the GIZ DEE Assembly
12.30–13.30
Lunch break, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
CELJANKA HALL
8.30–9.00
Registration, coffee, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
9.00–12.30
Heat pumps and shallow geothermal energy (2 CREDIT POINTS FROM ELECTIVE SUBJECTS FOR CERTIFIED ENGINEERS AT THE IZS*)
9.00–9.15
Introduction
9.15–9.45
Geothermal heat pumps in Europe – Market and technology trends
Sanjeev Kumar, Head of Policy, European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC)
Sanjeev Kumar, Head of Policy, European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC)
9.45–10.15
Use of shallow geothermal energy in Slovenia and market development
Dušan Rajver Msc., Exploration Geologist, Geološki zavod Slovenije (GeoZS)
Dušan Rajver Msc., Exploration Geologist, Geološki zavod Slovenije (GeoZS)
10.15–10.45
Coffee break and networking
10.45–11.15
Exploring shallow geothermal energy: Sustainable heating and cooling solutions for industrial und urban energy systems
Tom Reinhardt, Planning Team Leader, geoENERGIE Konzept GmbH
Tom Reinhardt, Planning Team Leader, geoENERGIE Konzept GmbH
11.15–11.45
Shallow geothermal energy technology and energy system integration
Adib Kalantar Ph.D., R & D Manager, Muovitech Group
Adib Kalantar Ph.D., R & D Manager, Muovitech Group
11.45–12.15
Ground source heatpumps – Versatile energy solution for domestic and commercial projects
Patrik Olsson, Portfolio Director, Thermia AB
Patrik Olsson, Portfolio Director, Thermia AB
12.15–12.35
Green transition with air-to-water heat pumps
Dean Mavrič, Technical Product Support Manager, Vitanest d.o.o.
Dean Mavrič, Technical Product Support Manager, Vitanest d.o.o.
12.35–13.30
Lunch break, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2024
BLUE HALL
9.00–9.20
Registration, coffee, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
9.20–9.30
Opening speech by the Minister of Environment, Climate and Energy of Slovenia, Mr. Bojan Kumer
9.30–11.00
Policy evolution: Changes and trends in updated NECPs, ministerial panel discussions from SE Europe EU members
Keynote speaker: Ms. Catharina Sikow - Magny, Director for Green Transition and Energy System Integration, Directorate General for Energy, European Commission
Keynote speaker: Ms. Catharina Sikow - Magny, Director for Green Transition and Energy System Integration, Directorate General for Energy, European Commission
11.00–11.15
Coffee break and networking
11.15–12.45
Decarbonizing Southeast Europe: Turning challenges into opportunities, ministerial panel discussions from SE Europe non-EU members
Keynote speaker: Mr. Arthur Lorkowski, Director, Energy Community
Keynote speaker: Mr. Arthur Lorkowski, Director, Energy Community
12.45–13.30
Lunch break, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
13.30–16.00
The role of nuclear energy in the green transition
13.30–14.30
Panel discussion: The Role of Nuclear Energy in the Green Transition
Dejan Paravan, PhD, CEO, GEN energija, d.o.o.
Danijel Levičar, State Secretary for National Nuclear Programme, Office of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovenia
Sanne Echten, Head of Unit International Affairs Nuclear Energy, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate, Kingdom of the Netherlands
Dejan Paravan, PhD, CEO, GEN energija, d.o.o.
Danijel Levičar, State Secretary for National Nuclear Programme, Office of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovenia
Sanne Echten, Head of Unit International Affairs Nuclear Energy, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate, Kingdom of the Netherlands
14.30–15.00
Construction of the NSRAO Vrbina disposal site
Sandi Viršek, Agency for Radioactive Waste Management (ARAO)
Sandi Viršek, Agency for Radioactive Waste Management (ARAO)
15.00–15.20
The impact of Westinghouse’s technology in advancing the green transition
Roman Romanovski, Vice President of Energy Systems at Westinghouse Electric Company
Roman Romanovski, Vice President of Energy Systems at Westinghouse Electric Company
15.20–15.40
Achieving (almost) net zero carbon: Testimony of EDF Group
Anne Falchi, EDF, Strategy Director and Head of Development Slovenia
Anne Falchi, EDF, Strategy Director and Head of Development Slovenia
15.40–17.00
Opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
CELJANKA HALL
11.00–12.45
Assembly of the Association of Urban Municipalities of Slovenia
Municipality of Celje
Municipality of Celje
12.45–13.30
Lunch break, opportunity to explore exhibition spaces and networking
*For attending the seminar, certified and supervising engineers are awarded credits from elective subjects in accordance with the General Legal Act on the continuing vocational training of chartered engineers.
Speakers
Bojan Kumer
MINISTER
Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Energy (MOPE)
Matija Kovač
MAYOR
THE MUNICIPALITY OF
CELJE
THE MUNICIPALITY OF
CELJE
Tea Dabić
OIE HRVATSKA
Rok Lacko
GEN-I
Simon Savšek
EIB
Sanjeev Kumar
EGEC
Lev Prislan
GEN-I
Roman Bernard
NGEN
Matej Haberl
GEN-I
Nina Hojnik
ZSFV
Patrik Olsson
THERMIA AB
Adib Kalantar
MUOVITECH GROUP
Tom Reinhardt
GEOENERGIE
Dean Mavrič
VITANEST
Marko Funkl
MAYOR OF HRASTNIK
Dušan Rajver
GEOZS
Roman Romanowski
WESTINGHOUSE
Vladimir Prebilič
ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPALITIES AND TOWNS OF SLOVENIA, MAYOR OF KOČEVJE
Tim Evison
MESSER GROUP
Tarek El Hawary
MESSER GROUP
Jernej Blaj
SOLAREDGE
Mario Rajn
MAYOR OF KRIŽEVCI (CRO)
Maja Pokrovac
OIE HRVATSKA
Dušan Lukič
MOON
Borut Žnidarič
BORZEN
Boris Kupec
Elektro Celje
Uroš Blažica
Elektro Primorska,
GIZ DEE
GIZ DEE
Željko Turk
association of Cities in Croatia
Krištof Zupančič
Sector for RES, Energy Directorate, MOPE
Marija Čebular Zajec
Ministry of Economy, Tourism and Sport
Mira Žnidarič
Directorate for
Energy, MOPE
Energy, MOPE
Jonathan Bonadio
SOLARPOWER EUROPE
Anne Falchi
EDF
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Participants
Media Sponsors
Location
Celjski sejem
Dečkova cesta 1
3000 Celje
Slovenia
3000 Celje
Slovenia
Celje Fair PLC is Slovenia's foremost organizer of fairs and business events, operating the country's largest and most state-of-the-art exhibition grounds.
The Celje Congress Centre offers versatile spaces equipped with modern technology for events of all sizes. Located in the heart of Celje, it provides easy access for local and international visitors. From conferences to special events, our team ensures meticulous planning for a seamless experience.
The Celje Congress Centre offers versatile spaces equipped with modern technology for events of all sizes. Located in the heart of Celje, it provides easy access for local and international visitors. From conferences to special events, our team ensures meticulous planning for a seamless experience.
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