Key Challenges of the Green Transition
The green transition presents both a significant opportunity for the future and a serious challenge for the Balkan region. From outdated infrastructure and coal dependency to financial constraints and political decisions, this transition demands solutions that are both realistic and sustainable.How can we improve access to green financing, align with EU Green Deal initiatives, and harness the potential of renewable energy? What role does public-private partnership play, and how crucial is it to strengthen regional cooperation?With renowned experts in the field of energy, representatives of governments, companies, and international organizations, this panel explores answers to key questions and paves the way toward a sustainable, more energy-secure future. Moderator: Aldin Međedović
CBAM – Obstacle or Incentive for Decarbonization?
The implementation of the EU CBAM regulation raises a critical question for the energy sector in the Western Balkans: will this measure accelerate the decarbonization process or create additional hurdles for electricity market participants? This panel will bring together leading experts to assess the real effects of the CBAM regulation – from its impact on electricity production to its potential for either driving or hindering the transition to sustainable energy sources. We will discuss the key challenges and opportunities CBAM presents, as well as the most realistic and efficient scenarios for decarbonizing the energy sector in the Western Balkans. We aim to answer: How can CBAM shape the future of the electricity market?Will this mechanism serve as a lever to accelerate investments in renewable energy or become an additional burden? Moderator: Uroš Bojanić