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Transition to Energy Democracy (Skopje)
2022
Join us both in Skopje and online to explore the issue of Energy Democracy in North Macedonia. What are the possibilities of overcoming the current energy crisis in the country and the region?
About the Event
The energy crisis has deepened across Europe and with the chronic coal dependency of the Balkan region, we need to push for renewable energy more than never before. In this seminar, we will elaborate on the European experiences of transition in the energy sector and seek ways to stimulate positive changes in North Macedonia. Joined by various expert voices, we will also discuss the links between energy policy and the fight for a more democratic and inclusive society.
The discussions will later on result in a public policy document that will improve the legislation on the prosumer and energy cooperative models, envisioning a wider use of renewable energy to its full potential for the Balkan candidate country economies.
Context
GEF and Sunrise are pioneers on the topic of Energy Democracy in North Macedonia and with this project we will continue to discuss energy transformation towards a participatory, inclusive, and decentralised green economy through promotion of the Energy Democracy concept. Together, we will contribute to the debates and practices on the EU level with experiences and challenges from the Balkans.
Speakers
Moderated by Hristijan Stanoevikj
Programme
11:00 Welcome and introduction
11:10-12:00 Session with speaker on Energy Democracy
12:00-12:30 Coffee break
12:30-13:45 Panel discussion and Q&A
Practicalities
When: Saturday, May 14th (11:00 – 14:00 CEST)
Where: This is a hybrid event taking place in person in Skopje with online streaming and participation via Zoom.
Language: The primary language is Macedonian but simultaneous translation in English will be provided.
Register: In person participation is by invitation only (contact sien.hasker@gef.eu for more information). Online participation is open to everyone, please sign up via this link.
This event is organised by the Green European Foundation with the support of Sunrise and with the financial support of the European parliament to the Green European Foundation.