13th Annual ENERGY FORUM will take place on May 22, 2025, from 9:00 AM at the ENEFIT Arena, Šv. Stepono g. 41, Vilnius.
This premier conference will delve into the transformative changes within the energy sector, focusing on the Baltic Sea region and their implications for the broader business community. Our comprehensive program features expert insights and discussions on the latest trends and developments in the industry. The finalized agenda is attached for your convenience.
Organizers: Estonian, Finnish, Latvian, Norwegian, Polish, and Swedish Chambers of Commerce in Lithuania, in collaboration with the law firm Noewe Legal.
Endorsed by: The Embassies of Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Norway, and Poland in Lithuania, The Nordic Council of Ministers Office in Lithuania.
Sponsors: ENEFIT, HELIOS STRATEGIA BALTIC, Enefit Green, ABB, Enerz, Eneresense, Evecon, Novotel.
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08.30–09.00 REGISTRATION & COFFEE
09.00–09.30 OPENING REMARKS Guest of Honour: Žygimantas Vaičiūnas, Minister of Energy of the Republic of Lithuania
Conference Moderator: Robert Juodka, Managing Partner (International Business), Attorney at Law, Head of Energy, Infrastructure & Defence, Noewe Legal
PART I. Synchronization With European Electricity Grids. Dialogue Between North and West
09.30–11.00 Macroeconomic Environment: Preparing to Gear Up for Recovery Indrė Genytė-Pikčienė, Chief Economist, Šiaulių bankas (Lithuania)
View on the Offshore Developments Around the Baltic Sea John Stranne, Senior Research Associate, Aurora Energy Research (Sweden)
Energizing the Future. Opportunities and Challenges in the Baltic Sea Region Valdemar Fiodorovič, Chairman of the Board, CEO, Enefit Lietuva (Lithuania)
PANEL DISCUSSION: Synchronization with European Electricity Grids and Energy Independence. Dialogue Between North and West. How to Ensure a Smooth Process & long-term Strategy Execution?
Moderator -> Robert Juodka, Noewe Legal Panelists -> representatives of electricity transmission system operators
▪ Rokas Masiulis, CEO, LITGRID (Lithuania)
▪ Rolands Irklis, Chairman of the Board, Augstsprieguma tikls, AST (Latvia)
▪ Kalle Kilk, CEO, Elering (Estonia)
▪ Grzegorz Onichimowski, President of the Management Board, Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne (PSE) S.A (Poland)
▪ Energinet (Denmark) /COFFEE BREAK/ B2B Networking Lounge Activation 11.00–11.30 New feature at
ENERGY FORUM: B2B Networking, allowing participants to connect even before the event. A free benefit of ENERGY FORUM, designed to enhance collaboration and create valuable business opportunities -> REGISTER. B2B Networking: how it works:
▪ During registration, select YES or NO when answering: “Would you like to participate in B2B Networking?”
▪ By selecting YES, you agree to share your contact details with other B2B Networking participants and receive their contact information in return.
▪ 10 days before the event, all B2B Networking participants will receive a contact list to help them plan their meetings. We are keeping it simple and efficient – no new accounts, logins, or passwords required. Just the most valuable part: contacts. At the event: a dedicated B2B Lounge will be available, providing a comfortable space for networking, discussions.
PART II. Green Energy Initiatives and Diversification
11.30–13.15 On the Green Journey: What is the Optimal Energy Mix for Us in the Era of Renewable Energy? Kristjan Kuhi, Member of the Management Board, Development Manager for Energy Solutions, Eesti Energia (Estonia)
Innovative Pathways. Creating E-mobility Solutions for Tomorrow’s Energy Landscape Sveinung Kvalø, Senior Advisor, Norwegian Electric Vehicle Association (Norway)
Energizing Europe’s Sustainable Future Stanislav Malynovsky, Managing Director, Helios Strategia Group (Germany & Greece)
Enabling green energy transition. Building and operating Finland’s first green hydrogen plant Kari Sundbäck, CEO, Enersense (Finland)
Nuclear Energy. Polish Case Presentation Daniel Piekarski, Head of Energy Security Unit, Department for Economic Cooperation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of Poland
PANEL DISCUSSION: New Energy Systems. Nuclear Energy and Contemporary Dilemmas of Energy Mix Policy Implementation
Moderator -> H. E. Harri Mäki-Reinikka, Ambassador, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland
Panelists:
▪ Daniel Piekarski, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of Poland
▪ Kristjan Mihhels, Business development analyst, Steady Energy (Finland)
▪ European Energy (Denmark)
▪ Linas Baužys, CEO, Ignalina Nuclear Power Plant (Lithuania)
LUNCH/ B2B Networking Lounge 13.15–14.15
PART III. Energy Infrastructure and Crisis Management
14.15–15.40 Hybrid and/or Industrial Cyber Threats to Critical Energy Infrastructure That May Affect National and Collective Defence in The Baltic Sea Region Kristina Rimkūnaitė, Subject Matter Expert, Research, Analysis and Lessons Learned Division, NATO Energy Security Centre of Excellence (Lithuania)
Battery Energy Storage Nordic Solar (Denmark)
Energy Renovation as a Pillar of Sustainability. Smart Building Automation System for Energy Optimization Vidmantas Morkūnas, Country Director, Enerz Lietuva (Enerz, Finland)
PANEL DISCUSSION: Critical Choices. Key Strategies for Effective Crisis Response. What Factors are Most Important for Effective Crisis Management?
Moderator Vytenis Koryzna, CEO, Detra Solar
Panelists:
▪ Linas Sabaliauskas, CEO, Lithuanian Wind Power Association (Lithuania)
▪ Andrius Karazinas, President, Lithuanian Solar Energy Association (Lithuania)
▪ Arkadiusz Sekściński, Vice president, Polish Wind Energy Association (Poland)
COFFEE BREAK/ B2B Networking Lounge 15.40–16.00
PART IV. Cooperation in the Baltic Sea Region
16.00–17.30 Baltic Nordic Energy Cooperation Goals Until 2030 Ole Aune Ødegård, Advisor, Nordic Energy Research (Norway)
title and speaker -> to be confirmed soon
Opportunities in Maritime Decarbonisation Chris Poyner, Head of Shore Power, ABB Marine & Ports, Board Member, EOPSA (United Kingdom)
PANEL DISCUSSION: What Steps Should We Take to Ensure Smooth Cooperation Between All Stakeholders? Moderator -> to be confirmed soon
Panelists:
▪ Juhan Aguraiuja, CEO, Enefit Green (Estonia)
▪ Renatas Pocius, Chairman Of The Board, National Energy Regulatory Council (Lithuania)
▪ Andrius Smaliukas, CEO, Baltpool, International Biomass Exchange (Lithuania)
NETWORKING/ 17.30–20.00