CCS Awards Finalists
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Romania’s first mobile sustainability app that empowers users to optimize household energy management through personalized efficiency plans, with real-time energy monitoring and detailed analytics.
subscription-based SaaS platform designed to revolutionize sustainability in the construction industry by empowering professionals to measure, analyze, and mitigate the carbon impact of their projects, making Whole Life Carbon assessments accessible to non-experts
producing innovative mycelium panels, a biodegradable and renewable building material made from fungi and local agricultural byproducts, providing sustainable alternatives to traditional insulation.
redefining Romania’s carbon accounting by deploying consumption- as opposed to production-based modelling, ultimately providing a clearer understanding of emissions and their socio-economic impacts for effective climate policy.
minimizing financial losses for green energy producers by providing highly accurate energy generation forecasts and underperformance detection services, reducing penalties and boosting solar park efficiency.
utilizing algae-produced sugar and organic waste as feedstock for biogas production, promoting sustainable energy solutions and effective waste management.
developing the world’s first refillable spray deodorant solution, reducing CO2 emissions and promoting sustainable packaging.
scaling sustainable insect protein production through a digitalized franchise model, targeting a reduction of 10 million tons of CO2 annually by 2030.
revolutionizing yoga accessories by developing sustainable, mushroom-based materials that replace petrochemical products.
producing eco-friendly drinking straws from wheat and rye, harvested whole and processed sustainably, with plastic-free packaging.
creating biodegradable packaging from mycelium, seaweed, liquid wood, and glass, designed to replace traditional PET containers for food and liquids.
utilizing algae-produced sugar and organic waste as feedstock for biogas production, promoting sustainable energy solutions and effective waste management.
making nutritious, sustainable snacks accessible to the mass market by upcycling spent grain and juice pulp, resulting in products that are high in fibre and protein, low in sugar, and environmentally friendly, all while being available in over 50 locations across Romania.
revolutionizing Romania’s food system by creating a direct marketing platform that connects local producers with consumers
marketplace platform dedicated to reducing food waste by connecting food & beverages producers with consumers, allowing them to sell soon-to-expire products at a minimum 40% discount while also educating over 5,000 students in Bulgarian high schools about food waste and sustainable solutions.
connecting consumers with local farmers to promote seasonal eating, enhance sustainability, and reduce food waste through a user-friendly platform featuring local produce, seasonal recipes, and educational resources.
creating a fully sustainable mushroom farm that utilizes biodegradable materials and repurposes every by-product, including composting used substrate to enhance soil health while also developing methods to recycle plastics using mushroom mycelium.
addressing water scarcity and inefficiency in irrigation by developing a cost-effective, sensor-based automatic irrigation system for botanical gardens in Romania, reducing water consumption by 25%.
user-friendly platform incentivizing sustainable behaviors and environmental protection by encouraging activities like using public transport and tree planting.
global network of IoT devices monitoring air quality in cities, offices, and homes, providing uniform and comparable environmental data across over 65 countries, and partnering with top universities to provide insights on pollution.
raising awareness about air pollution in Romania, providing real-time air quality data, and empowering communities to monitor and advocate for cleaner air using affordable, open-source technology.
permaculture initiative which harnesses the Jean Pain method for passive heating via composting to extend the growing season for vegetables, cultivate microclimates, and promote community engagement through workshops and ecotourism opportunities.
reimagining traditional fairytales through a climate-focused lens, empowering participants to turn eco-anxiety into hope and action by using storytelling to reconnect with creativity, cultural heritage, and the natural world.
digital platform enhancing mountain sports by providing real-time environmental alerts, safety warnings, and a comprehensive map of local resources, empowering users to protect nature, engage with their communities, and promote sustainable tourism in mountain regions.
using precision drone technology and biodegradable bio-projectiles to plant seedlings, aiming to scale efficient reforestation for climate change mitigation.
creating a sustainable 3D-printed smart beehive from clay, mimicking natural habitats and providing thermal insulation to protect bees.
established Romania’s first and largest urban natural park in Bucharest, promoting urban biodiversity conservation through community engagement and nature restoration projects
fencing a vital pond and transforming a renovated schoolhouse into an educational hub for environmental research and conservation.
digital marketplace in Romania enabling the trading of biodiversity credits to promote conservation, align with EU regulations, and drive ESG investments.
eco-friendly idea promoting the use of digital Christmas trees to promote sustainability and prevent deforestation.
revolutionizing yoga accessories by developing sustainable, mushroom-based materials that replace petrochemical products.
developing the world’s first refillable spray deodorant solution, reducing CO2 emissions and promoting sustainable packaging.
utilizing crushed olive pips as a carbon-neutral fuel in quicklime production, with by-products repurposed into eco-friendly barbecue briquettes, offering a sustainable alternative to wood charcoal and reducing deforestation.
industry 4.0 greentech startup transforming the textile industry through an algorithm that optimizes fabric usage, addressing overproduction and enabling mass personalization.
minimizing financial losses for green energy producers by providing highly accurate energy generation forecasts and underperformance detection services, reducing penalties and boosting solar park efficiency.
connecting consumers with local farmers to promote seasonal eating, enhance sustainability, and reduce food waste through a user-friendly platform featuring local produce, seasonal recipes, and educational resources.
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An informal opportunity for participants to meet and greet each other over coffee before the session begins.
Olivian Savin – Manager Communication & Marketing FEL Romania
Ștefan Gheorghe – Executive Director CNR-CME
Andrei Gurin – Sustainable Finance Unit, Team Leader – Taxonomy and Reporting, European Commission
Ana Nedea – Director of Strategy & Business Development, SIMTEL Team
Olivian Savin – Manager Communication & Marketing FEL Romania
Co-organized with the Representation of the European Commission in Romania and the EU Climate Pact, this Climate Change Summit side event is a speed networking session aimed at professionals and key stakeholders in Central and Eastern Europe. It offers a chance to quickly connect with influential people, build new relationships, and explore potential collaborations. The goal is to help participants make valuable connections that can support their work and initiatives in the region.
An informal opportunity for participants to meet and greet each other over coffee before the session begins.
Roxana Cojocaru, Executive Director, Social Innovation Solutions
Mara Roman, Deputy Head, Representation of the European Commission in Romania
Ana-Maria Pălăduș, Vice President, REPER21, National Coordinator for the EU Climate Pact in Romania
In this session, each participant will have the opportunity to introduce themselves briefly, sharing their role, the organization they represent, and their key areas of focus related to climate action and sustainability. This session is designed to give attendees a better understanding of who is present and to start identifying potential points of collaboration.
This interactive segment will guide participants through structured networking exercises, encouraging meaningful exchanges and collaboration opportunities. Activities will include:
These activities are designed to help attendees make impactful connections in a short amount of time and foster potential long-term partnerships.
A relaxed networking lunch where participants can continue their conversations and deepen connections made during the morning sessions.
Room 1: Legislation
Room 2: How to make Sustainable Financing work (workshop led by Theresa Spandel, on implementation of the CSRD)
Room 3: ESG Measurement and Reporting in Practice (session led by Alexander Stevens)