Bucharest is set to welcome industry leaders, policymakers, and renewable energy pioneers to the Energy Week Black Sea 2025, scheduled for 2-4 April. This landmark event will showcase the Black Sea region’s commitment to accelerating the energy transition, focusing on utility-scale projects, cross-border collaboration, and green finance solutions.
- Green Finance Day: Laying the Financial Foundation for Renewables
The conference kicks off on 2 April with Green Finance Day, a platform dedicated to exploring financial mechanisms and state support critical for renewable energy development. Key sessions include: - Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs): Trends & Risks — Experts will address the evolution of PPAs as tools for securing long-term renewable energy financing.
- Financing Renewables, State Support, and Credit Enhancement — A deep dive into the region’s 2024 renewable energy schemes, such as Romania’s CfD mechanism, Turkey’s YEKA, and Moldova’s capacity auctions.
- Unlocking Prosumer & C&I Markets — Highlighting self-generation opportunities for industrial and commercial users, this panel will explore rooftop solar, battery storage, and Virtual Power Plants (VPPs).
Energy Transition Conference: A Vision for Regional Cooperation
From 3-4 April, the Energy Transition Conference will delve into policy frameworks, grid modernisation, and emerging technologies driving the region’s clean energy agenda. Highlights include:
- Policy, Regulations, and Regional Cooperation — Senior officials will discuss strategies to harmonise regulations and promote cross-border energy projects.
- Grid Fit for Renewables — Examining grid modernisation to support renewable integration, enhance interconnections, and implement digital solutions for resilience and flexibility.
- Offshore Wind in the Black Sea — A detailed review of Romania’s Offshore Wind Energy Law and its potential to attract significant investment and development.
- Biomethane & Green Hydrogen — Exploring innovative solutions for renewable gases to position the Black Sea region as a leader in biomethane and green hydrogen technologies.
- Utility-Scale Solar & Wind — Addressing challenges such as permitting delays, grid integration, and financing for large-scale projects.
- Energy Storage Solutions — Discussing energy storage deployment, innovative technologies, regulatory landscapes, and business models to support growth in the sector.
Distinguished Speaker Line-Up
The conference features an exceptional roster of speakers, including:
- Sebastian Burduja, Minister of Energy of Romania
- Giles Matthew Portman, British Ambassador to Romania
- Mike O’Neill, CEO, Nala Renewables
- Ion Muntean, Director, National Center for Sustainable Energy of Moldova
- Olga Sclovscaia, Regional Head, MIGA, World Bank Group
- Adrian Dobre, Country Manager Romania, Eurowind Energy
- Franck Neel, Executive Board Member, OMV Petrom
- Dr. Mark Leybourne, Offshore Wind Advisor, ESMAP, World Bank
- Favieli Stelian, Managing Partner, Nofar Energy
- Marius Cara, Head of the Group Office in Romania, European Investment Bank (EIB)
- Zviad Gachechiladze, Member of the Board of Directors, Georgian State Electrosystem (GSE)
- Joffroy Becker, Head of PPA, DRI
- Alex Gospodinov, CEO, hooracán
- Mats Lundin, Director Romania, Vice President, Commercial, Emergy…and many more industry leaders!
A Platform for Networking and Insights
Energy Week Black Sea 2025 offers unparalleled networking opportunities, including structured B2B meetings, Renewable Energy Producer-Consumer Meetups, and the Regional Café with Bubbles. Delegates will gain insights into key markets in Romania, Bulgaria, Turkey, Ukraine, Moldova, and Georgia.
Spotlights on Regional Developments
- Eurowind Energy’s Ambitious Goals for 2030
Eurowind Energy aims to deliver 1,376 MW of capacity in Romania by 2030, including wind, solar, and battery projects, with plans for multi-GW developments in neighbouring Bulgaria. Read the full story - Solar Energy Momentum: 1.7 GW Installed in 2024
Romania has exceeded expectations in solar energy, streamlining permitting processes and attracting investment to surpass its 10 GW solar capacity target by 2030. Discover more here - Emerging Opportunities in Georgia
Georgia is emerging as a renewable energy hub, expanding in hydropower, wind, and solar sectors, making it a prime destination for international investment. Read about Georgia’s potential - Offshore Wind: A Missing Link in Romania’s Energy Ambitions
Romania’s untapped offshore wind potential in the Black Sea offers a transformative opportunity, with legislative groundwork and stakeholder interest paving the way for future developments. Read the full story
A Proven Platform for Impact
Energy Week Black Sea has solidified its position as the region’s premier platform for dialogue, collaboration, and innovation in renewable energy. Energy Week Black Sea 2024 left a profound impact on participants and attracted glowing testimonials:
- “I was particularly impressed by the event’s comprehensive approach to renewable energy in the Black Sea region. The emphasis on networking through the B2B zone was a standout feature, facilitating vital connections for investment and project development.” — Oleksandr Denysyuk, Ingrid Capacity
- “Energy Week Black Sea 2024 organized by Invest In Network is on fire this year! Interesting sessions, top names as exhibitors, and most importantly, it is crowded, creating opportunities for high-level networking.” — Giorgi Kvachidze, Enovus
- “This was my first offline participation in the EWBS event, and it exceeded my expectations. Having different renewables actors across the Black Sea region sharing experiences was truly insightful.” — Oleksiy Feliv, INTEGRITES
- “Interest in offshore wind has substantially increased. With Romania and Bulgaria advancing associated legislation, opportunities have become far more tangible.” — Alex Gospodinov, hooracán energy
- “The impact of Energy Week Black Sea 2024 has been profound, reaffirming our dedication to contributing to the region’s energy advancement.” — LongWing Energy
About Energy Week Black Sea 2025
Organised by Invest In Network, Energy Week Black Sea 2025 is the leading platform for dialogue, collaboration, and innovation in the Black Sea region’s renewable energy sector. This event attracts policymakers, investors, developers, and technology providers committed to advancing a sustainable energy future.
Join Us
Don’t miss this opportunity to shape the region’s energy transition. For more information and to register, visit www.bsenergyweek.com.