The Tech for Climate Action Event Series

We are pleased to welcome MEP Nikolina Brnjac as a speaker at The 2nd Annual European Blue Economy Conference in Brussels on 4 February - https://lnkd.in/ejGcM5rh As a former Tourism Minister in the Croatian Government, Ms Brnjac brings plenty of experience to her new role as a member of the Transport and Tourism Committee. #SustainableTourism #BlueEconomy #EuropeanCompetitiveness

In the latest episode of The Tech for Climate Action Podcast Ralph C. talks with the City of Stockholm's Karin Ekdahl Wästberg. Great insight into the city's sustainability journey, the challenges along the way and the team's successes. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eUPX3xB4 #Sustainability #Stockholm #ClimateAction

As the world races toward a cleaner energy future, Europe faces a pivotal moment to strengthen its competitive edge in the global transition from fossil fuels to renewables, with critical challenges and opportunities ahead to keep pace with the U.S. and China. Here are the key themes that will drive the conversations: 🌱 Europe's Competitive Edge in the Global Race to Clean Energy 🌐 Digitalisation of Energy: Infrastructure and data strategies for a resilient energy future ⚡ Powering the Future: Integrating next-gen tech for a smarter, renewable-driven European grid 🔋 Energy Storage Solutions: Bridging the gap to 24/7 renewable energy access 🤖 AI-Driven Energy: Harnessing data to accelerate Europe’s green transition 🔗 AI-Powered Supply Chains: Enhancing energy security and resilience Join us to help shape a sustainable, resilient, and competitive energy future for Europe! 🌍 Free registration for a limited time only: https://lnkd.in/e5u7KSE6

🌟 Exciting News 🌟 U.S. Tech for Climate Action Week...Coming May 2025 to Washington D.C. Building on the success of 2024, attendees can expect more content, more networking, and more action over the course of one week. Stay tuned for more updates! 🌐 visit: https://lnkd.in/e54EhRSJ #ClimatePolicy #CleanEnergy #AI #Sustainability

Watch the highlights from the recent European Tech for Climate Action Conference in Brussels. Featuring Ilias Iakovidis, Karen Massin, James Cemmell FRAeS, Virginijus Sinkevičius, Krzysztof (Chris) Bolesta, Istvan Ujhelyi, Karin Ekdahl Wästberg. Big thanks to the Tech for Climate Action Podcast host Ralph C. and the event.video team for pulling this together. #EUCompetitiveness #twintransition #EUpolicy #ClimateAction https://lnkd.in/epZ4cYuA

Missed last week's keynote by Amazon's CSO, Kara Hurst? Don't worry - you can read Kara's speech here: https://lnkd.in/gYVT5nkg A big thanks to Kara and team for their support of last week's Tech for Climate Action Conference.

🌟 A heartfelt thanks to our conference rapporteur Istvan Ujhelyi, our event partners, our incredible speakers, and everyone who attended the 3rd Annual European Tech for Climate Action Conference! 🌍 Your contributions and engagement made this event a remarkable success. Together, we are driving European competitiveness, resilience, and sustainability. Let’s continue to collaborate and innovate for a greener future! On to COP29... 💪✨ #TechforClimateAction

🌍 Session 5: Key Takeaways Ahead of COP29 and Beyond 🌱 Great closing discussion, led by William Noah Glucroft (The Parliament Magazine), diving into how tech is shaping the future of climate action! 💡 Highlights from our amazing speakers: Jacob Werksman (European Commission) Farid O. (COP29 Presidency, Azerbaijan) Shahin Aliyev (Innovation and Digital Development, Azerbaijan) Daniel Bradley (UK Mission to the EU) Key points: 🔹 Tech like digital tools and early warning systems are game-changers, but we still need to tackle finance and skills gaps. 🔹 Azerbaijan is making strides with projects like paperless gov and green transport. 🔹 The EU is staying strong on its 2050 net-zero goal. 🔹 More investment in renewables and closing the digital divide will be key to real progress. Exciting times ahead for climate action! 🌱 #COP29 #TechforClimateAction #Sustainability #GreenTransition #DigitalInnovation

🌍✨ Session Recap: Circular Action Plans for a Cleaner and More Competitive Europe ✨🌍 Moderated by William Neale, Adviser on Circular Economy at DG ENV European Commission, this engaging session brought together leaders to discuss the European Green Deal and the Circular Economy Action Plan. Key takeaways included: - Actions for Sustainability: The panel highlighted the need for a robust framework to promote sustainable product cycles and regulatory alignment across Europe. - Waste Management Challenges: Despite progress, Europe generates a staggering 2 gigatons of waste annually, with recycling rates still under 12%. - The Circular Economy Act: This act aims to create a circular single market, enhancing the price competitiveness of secondary raw materials. - Digital Technologies: Tools like the Digital Product Passport are essential for managing complexity, improving efficiency, and enabling circular business models. - Key Challenges: Data accessibility, interoperability, and traceability in supply chains remain significant hurdles. The speakers, including Carolynn Bernier, Raphaëlle Hennekinne, Francesca Poggiali, and Sonja Leyvraz, emphasised the importance of regulatory support and market-driven solutions to drive circularity in Europe. Let’s work together towards a cleaner, more sustainable future! ♻️💚 #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #EuropeanGreenDeal #Innovation #TechforClimateAction

🌍✨ Exciting insights from this afternoon's keynote fireside chat on “The Role of Quantum in Supporting European Competitiveness and Addressing Climate Change.” Financial Times' Javier Espinoza led the conversation Lídia Pereira , MEP and Vice Chair of the European People’s Party and Jeremy O'Brien , CEO and Co-Founder of PsiQuantum The discussion highlighted the crucial intersection of quantum computing and climate action. Lidia emphasised her advocacy for clean technology, spotlighting the European Climate Law and the Fit for 55 package. Jeremy shared insights on the remarkable potential of quantum computing, suggesting it could help abate 7 gigatons of CO2 by 2035 through innovations in solar cells, batteries, and carbon capture. The conversation reinforced the urgent need for Europe to lead in innovation, tackle the existing innovation gap, and strategically leverage quantum technologies for climate solutions. The conversation stressed the importance of coherent policies and the European Commission's pivotal role in driving competitiveness and technological advancement. Together, let's harness the power of quantum computing to forge a sustainable future! 💡🌱 #TechforClimateAction #QuantumComputing #Sustainability #EuropeanCompetitiveness #Innovation