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Next week hundreds of professionals will gather in the Belgian capital to discuss the practical, political and social aspects of sustainability
The EU Sustainable energy week is taking place next week. Between 17th and 21st June in Brussels, hundreds of policy specialists, research professionals, public and business representatives, civil society representatives and other interested parties will meet to exchange ideas on the sustainable future of the Union.
The programme is jam-packed with many interesting activities and side-events. Under the topic “Shaping Europe’s Energy Future”, participants will meet for a three-day Conference (18-20th June) with dozens of speakers already confirmed. They will get the chance to launch successful partnerships in the Networking village and learn the names of the high-flyers in sustainability through the EU Sustainable Energy Awards. Among the confirmed lecturers are Miguel Arias Cañete - European Commissioner for Climate Action & Energy, Günther Oettinger - European Commissioner for Budget & Human Resources, Heads of Units at the European Commission, Mayors, CEOs and many more.
We will be attending the event in order to share with you the latest developments on the topic of sustainable energy and introduce you to the persons and organisations behind the successfully implemented projects. Stay tuned for more information.
In the meantime, check out the full programme and speakers, cast your vote for the Citizen Award and register to attend the event from this link.
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