Can green start-ups help combat climate change and energy dictatorship? Can we crowd-source a sustainable energy policy for Eastern European countries and cities? Are there new technologies to free us from the grip of fossil fuels?

Recent events have demonstrated the fragility of Europe’s energy supply model. Ukraine’s is more fragile still. Is there a model that can ensure the security of energy supply whilst ensuring economic and environment sustainability?

A one-day conference will explore the potential of a green economy and smart energy innovations to ensure both energy security and sustainability. Forum experts will explore the latest developments regarding sustainable economic and energy models, technologies and R&D projects, policies to increase energy efficiency and renewable energy production, and how the energy and IT sector converge for achieving tangible results with small investments.

Discussion Panels: Discussion Panels: (Speakers from the EU, the US and Ukraine)

• Green-economy models: a chance for prosperity and security?
• Investing in smart energy technologies: from seed funding to project implementation
• Smart energy opportunities for IT sector