Annual Conference 2024

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Your chance to engage with European policymakers, industry leaders and other stakeholders

COGEN Europe’s Annual Conference 2024 will be held at the Stanhope Hotel in Brussels ‘European Quarter’ on Thursday, 14 November 2024.

This one-day event will bring together senior executives from companies and organisations with an interest in energy efficient technologies, together with policymakers from the European Union institutions and other stakeholders.

The programme includes a series of panel sessions focusing on challenges and opportunities for cogeneration in the context of the EU’s Clean Industrial Deal and policies to promote the decarbonisation of Europe’s energy system.

Click here to see the Conference Programme

In the evening there will be a Cocktail Reception, Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner at the BELvue Museum next to the Royal Palace in Brussels.

We look forward to bringing our members and friends together in Brussels and we hope you’ll be able to join us. The conference is open to Members of COGEN EUROPE and also to representatives of other companies and organisations.

Participation is free of charge for policy makers from the EU institutions or from national/regional governments, and also for accredited journalists.

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Hotels

Please find below a list of high quality hotels that are located in the vicinity of the conference venue. The hotels are listed according to the price of rooms, starting with the least expensive. You may click on the name of each hotel to open the hotel website and make a reservation. Please note that these hotels do not offer special prices for our conference delegates.

Hotel Le Plaza Brussels *****

NH Collection Brussels Centre ****

DoubleTree by Hilton Brussels City ****

Radisson RED Brussels ****

Renaissance Brussels Hotel ****

The Hotel – Brussels ****

Sofitel Brussels Europe *****

Event Sponsors

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Programme

Conference venue: Stanhope Hotel, Rue du Commerce 9, 1000 Brussels (Google Maps)

09:15 – Registration and Coffee/Tea

10:15 – Welcome and Introduction

  • Marco Pezzaglia, Chair, COGEN Europe

10:20 – Keynote Speeches

  • Eero Ailio, Adviser – Energy transition & local governance, Directorate General for Energy (DG ENER), European Commission
  • Radan Kanev, Member – Committee on Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI), European Parliament (video)

    10:45 – SESSION 1: Industry Leaders’ Visions – Ensuring a Competitive and Sustainable Europe

    European industry and political leaders agree that the EU Green Deal must be accompanied by a Clean Industrial Deal to safeguard Europe’s industrial competitiveness, as all sectors of the economy make efforts towards achieving the goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. The cogeneration sector has a strong manufacturing base in Europe, employing more than 100,000 people. Moreover, cogeneration solutions continue to enable industry, SMEs and district heating operators to stay competitive and reduce their emissions, whilst supporting highly skilled jobs across value chains locally.

    During this session, CEOs representing leading companies in the cogeneration sector will share their visions for an ambitious Clean Industrial Deal that will contribute to a successful EU Green Deal implementation.

    Moderator: Kelvin Ross, Editor-in-Chief, Power Engineering International (PEi)

    Panellists:

    • Thomas Smith, President, COGEN World Coalition (CWC) & President, Combined Heat and Power Alliance (USA)
    • Luiz Hanania, CEO of Veolia Poland & Representative of the Polish Association of Heat Energy (PTEC)
    • Henrik Bahri, Vice President Sales, Siemens Energy
    • Christian Pho Duc, Chief Technology Officer, Smartenergy

      Questions and Answers

      12:00 – Networking Lunch

      13:15 – SESSION 2: Future-proof Cogeneration – Technology & Innovation for Net-zero

      The European Union is committed to supporting industries’ initiatives to innovate, bring to market and deploy key solutions for the energy transition, supporting decarbonisation, security of supply and affordability. Cogeneration is recognised across the relevant EU legislation as a highly efficient energy technology. Going forward, the cogeneration sector is committed to innovating and developing market ready solutions to further support energy systems integration, boost resilience, reduce CO₂ emissions and foster the efficient use of renewable energy sources on the path towards climate neutrality.

      This session will showcase the latest innovative approaches for sustainable, low/zero emission and future-proof cogeneration technologies.

      Moderator: Kelvin Ross, Editor-in-Chief, Power Engineering International (PEi)

      Panellists:

      • Anders Stuxberg, Specialist in Power Plant Process Integration, Siemens Energy
      • Paolo Masiero, Marketing Manager Power Generation, Solar Turbines
      • Sven Buehler, Energy System Engineer, Caterpillar Inc.
      • Andreas Eberharter, Vice President – Product Management and Marketing, INNIO Jenbacher

        Questions and Answers

        14:30 – Coffee Break

        15:00 – SESSION 3: Energy Consumers’ Voices for a Successful Clean Industrial Deal

        European industry, small businesses and citizens need affordable, secure and clean heat and power. Energy efficient and renewable energy solutions are available today to address the diverse needs of energy consumers. Yet clean energy investments in both individual projects and more broadly energy infrastructure have slowed down in recent years, due to the multiple crises impacting the European economy and society.

        This session will explore the different perspectives of energy consumers, from industries to SMEs and districts. Speakers will identify challenges and opportunities for the implementation of the EU Green Deal, as well as voice out their recommendations to EU policymakers for the upcoming Clean Industrial Deal.

        Moderator: Sonja van Renssen, Chief Strategy Officer, Carbon Pulse

        Panellists:

        • Josh Gartland, Deputy Director General, European Association of Sugar Manufacturers (CEFS)
        • Małgosia Rybak, Climate Change & Energy Director, Confederation of European Paper Industries (Cepi)
        • Magdalena Vallebona, Climate & Energy Director, European Ceramic Industry Association (Cerame-Unie)
        • Kimmo Alatulkkila, Director, Development of Energy Systems, Oulun Energia

          Questions and Answers

          16:15 – SESSION 4: Getting 2040 Right – Unlocking Investments for Carbon Neutral, Competitive and Resilient Energy

          The European Commission’s Communication on Europe’s 2040 climate target and path to climate neutrality by 2050 has kick started a strategic debate on the EU’s decarbonisation pathways beyond 2030.

          In this session, EU industry stakeholders, academia/civil society and policymakers will debate the 2040 climate ambition proposed by the European Commission, as well as the potential pathways to achieve it. What will it mean for the energy sector? How could energy affordability and security of supply be safeguarded? How can necessary investments in future-proof energy infrastructure be fostered?

          Moderator: Sonja van Renssen, Chief Strategy Officer, Carbon Pulse

          Keynote Introduction:

          Panellists:

          • Beatriz Yordi, Director, Carbon Markets & Clean Mobility, DG CLIMA, European Commission
          • Edyta Sysło, Senior Expert, Department of Air Protection & Climate Negotiations, Ministry of Climate & Environment, Poland
          • Ryszard Pawlik, Head of Brussels Office, Polish Electricity Association (PKEE) & Representative of the Polish Association of Heat Energy (PTEC)
          • Nick Bitsios, Head of Brussels Office, Metlen Energy & Metals
          • Conall Heussaff, Research Analyst, Energy and Climate Policy, Bruegel

          Questions and Answers

          17:30 – Conclusions 

          • Stefan Liesner, Head of Marketing and Public Affairs, 2G Energy & Executive Committee Member, COGEN Europe

          17:45 – End of the Conference

           

          Evening Programme

          Event venue: BELvue Museum, Place des Palais 7, 1000 Brussels (Google Maps)

          19:15 – Welcome Cocktail

          20:15 – COGEN Europe Recognition Awards Ceremony

          Master of Ceremonies: Hans Korteweg, Managing Director, COGEN Europe

          20:45 – COGEN Europe Gala Dinner (sponsored by AB Energy)

          23:00 – End of the evening programme

          Speakers & panellists

          Joaquim-Nunes-de-Almeida

          Joaquim Nunes de Almeida

          Director – Mobility & Energy Intensive Industries, DG GROW, European Commission

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          Beatriz_Yordi

          Beatriz Yordi

          Director – Carbon Markets & Clean Mobility, DG CLIMA, European Commission

          Eero_Ailio

          Eero Ailio

          Adviser – Energy transition & local governance, DG ENER, European Commission

          Radan_Kanev

          Radan Kanev

          Member of the ENVI Committee, European Parliament

          Viktor_Horvath

          Viktor Horváth

          Deputy State Secretary for Energy Transition, Ministry of Energy, Hungary

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          Marco_Pezzaglia (1)

          Marco Pezzaglia

          Chair, COGEN Europe

          Tom_Smith

          Thomas Smith

          President, COGEN World Coalition & Senior Director Energy Development, Caterpillar Inc.

          Luiz_Hanania

          Luiz Hanania

          CEO of Veolia Poland & Representative of the Polish Association of Combined Heat and Power Plants (PTEZ)

          Henrik_Bahri

          Henrik Bahri

          Vice President Sales, Siemens Energy

          Anders_Stuxberg

          Anders Stuxberg

          Power Plant Process Integration Specialist, Siemens Energy

          Paolo_Masiero

          Paolo Masiero

          Marketing Manager – Power Generation, Solar Turbines

          Sven_Buehler

          Sven Buehler

          Energy System Engineer, Caterpillar Inc.

          Josh_Gartland

          Josh Gartland

          Deputy Director General, European Association of Sugar Manufacturers (CEFS)

          Malgosia_Rybak

          Małgosia Rybak

          Climate Change & Energy Director, Confederation of European Paper Industries (Cepi)

          Magdalena_Vallebona

          Magdalena Vallebona

          Climate and Energy Director, Cerame-Unie

          Kimmo_Alatulkkila

          Kimmo Alatulkkila

          Director, Development of Energy Systems, Oulun Energia

          Andreas_Brieger

          Andreas Brieger

          Director – Climate, Energy & Environment, SMEunited

          Nick_Bitsios

          Nick Bitsios

          Head of Brussels Office, Metlen Energy & Metals

          Stefan_Liesner

          Stefan Liesner

          Head of Marketing and Public Affairs, 2G Energy

          Conall_Heussaff

          Conall Heussaff

          Research Analyst – Energy & Climate Policy, Bruegel

          Christian_Pho_Duc

          Christian Pho Duc

          Chief Technology Officer, Smartenergy

          Sonja_van_Renssen

          Sonja van Renssen

          Journalist – Climate, energy & environment

          Kelvin_Ross

          Kelvin Ross

          Editor-in-Chief, Power Engineering International (PEi)

          A big thanks to all our sponsors

          AB is the acknowledged global reference for energy sustainability solutions: natural gas and biogas cogeneration, biomethane and air emissions treatment. For 40 years we have been working alongside our customers helping them to improve their competitiveness with energy savings while reducing their environmental footprint. Our customers rely on us to develop their “better way”, so they perform at their best.

          The Polish Association of Heat Energy (PTEC) was established in October 1991 (as PTEZ) and effectively carries out its mission till this day. PTEC represents the biggest heat and power plants which generate heat and electricity using cogeneration. Our members deliver about 60% of heat to district heating systems throughout Poland.

          At Siemens Energy, our mission is to empower our customers to meet the growing global demand for energy while transitioning to a more sustainable world. Our innovative technologies, extensive energy experience and an ambitious strategy to decarbonize global energy systems are all central to our efforts to be the partner and driver of the energy transition.

          Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. We also strive to be a model for environmental stewardship and social responsibility.

          INNIO is a leading provider of renewable gas, natural gas, and hydrogen-based solutions and services for power generation and gas compression at or near the point of use. Headquartered in Jenbach (Austria), INNIO also has primary operations in Welland (Canada) and Waukesha (USA). Today, we continue to expand our role as a technology leader in the field of power generation and gas compression.

          Solar Turbines Inc., which has its headquarters in San Diego (USA), is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., with more than 8000 employees serving customers in more than 100 countries around the world. The company is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical drive packages, and generator sets.

          TEDOM is a group of companies that have been manufacturing and operating high-efficiency energy sources for more than 30 years. It is one of the world’s leading companies in the field of cogeneration. The Group headquarters is based in Czechia with subsidiaries in Germany, Poland, Slovakia and the USA. The TEDOM Group has a total of 4 production plants and employs more than 800 people.

          2g

          A 2G CHP system is the ideal solution for everyone seeking to reduce energy costs in the long term and free themselves of rising electricity prices. As a pioneer, innovator and one of the leading manufacturers of decentralised energy generation systems using combined heat and power (CHP) in the world, we have commissioned thousands of technologically advanced and highly efficient CHP systems – even operated with 100% hydrogen.

          Centrax creates a series of high-efficiency power generation packages to suit a wide range of industries and power applications. Using gas turbines from Siemens Energy, our generator sets range in power output from 3 MW to 15 MW. They provide efficient, reliable energy supply, mainly for combined heat and power, but also in base load, simple cycle and standby applications.

          SHV Energy is a leading global distributor of off-grid energy, such as LPG and LNG, and is active in sustainable fuels and renewable energy solutions. SHV Energy provides decentralised, low-carbon and clean energy solutions to 30 million business and residential customers around the world. We achieve that with the support of our 16,300 employees and our operations located in 25 countries across 4 continents.

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