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On Monday, October 20th, at 11:00 AM, the Auditorium Hall of the National Museum of Art will host the first student concert of the “Song for the Earth” project. A unique and immersive performance designed for the pupils of Secondary School No. 5, this event explores nature, the city, and how we can live together—cleaner, more mindfully, and more harmoniously. Music, film, and emotion come together to tell stories about the air we breathe, the waters we’re losing, the traffic that slows us down, the resources we must learn to manage wisely—and the energy that truly has the power to change our future.
Project funded by the Environmental Fund under the Public Education and Awareness Programme for Environmental Protection. www.afm.ro
Hosted in Ljubljana as part of the global Climate Change Summit, this high-level local event empowers small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to transform sustainability into a strategic advantage. Through expert insights, an interactive B Corp workshop, and a live connection to the international Summit panel, participants will explore practical ways to cut energy costs, reduce carbon risks, and strengthen business resilience. Designed for owners, CEOs, and sustainability leaders, the session offers actionable tools to integrate impact governance, energy efficiency, and innovation into core business strategy — turning global knowledge into local transformation.
Hosted in Sofia as part of Climate Change Summit, the conference will bring together local SMEs looking forward to understand how to reduce energy costs, carbon emissions and business risks.
The event aims to empower businesses to enhance competitiveness through sustainability and energy efficiency.
Transforming Waste into Business Opportunities is a hands-on masterclass that guides participants through a structured journey from problem to market, using design, science, and technology to convert waste streams into viable products and business models.
Annela Anger‑Kraavi will join the European Economic Integration course for an interactive discussion with students on how scientific evidence bridges into policy, drawing lessons from global climate negotiations and current UNFCCC processes. She will address the role of evidence in shaping climate agreements, the practical challenges and opportunities within multilateral negotiations, and the policy pathways that can drive economies to net zero and beyond—highlighting trade‑offs, competitiveness, and equity in the European context.
Presentation & Debate: Designing Sustainable Cities for a Changing Climate brings together students from ASE and UTCB with Azadeh Farajpour Javazmi , Founder & CEO Better Soil, for a dynamic exchange on how cities can adapt and decarbonize amid climate risks.
Amelia Kraij Lopez Huix, United Nations advisor, will be discussing how women, equity and empowerment shape the climate transition, focusing on how gender-inclusive leadership impacts the fight against climate change. She will also address climate solutions that uplift vulnerable communities, and how we should design climate projects with social impact at the core.
Joanna Maćkowiak-Pandera, founder and president of Forum Energii, will be talking about energy transition in Central and Eastern Europe, touching on energy security and competitiveness. She will be discussing investment and innovation for the Green Transition, focusing on leadership and collaboration for a sustainable future, with perspectives for Romania and the Region.
This event brings together citizens and young changemakers to showcase civic initiatives that target climate action and smart city development. Participants will explore sustainable and innovative solutions for a just urban transition. The event empowers the youth to shape smart, green communities and lead the way in inclusive urban planning.
This event highlights the power of NGOs working together to transform communities through their natural and cultural heritage. From rewilding the Southern Carpathians to revitalizing Saxon villages, empowering local leaders, restoring urban nature, and strengthening rural economies, we’ll share inspiring stories of resilience and sustainable growth—from the Carpathian Mountains to the Danube Delta.
Climate Change Think Tank @ EFdeN is a collaborative masterclass bringing together sustainability leaders, innovators, and young changemakers to share insights, co-create solutions, and inspire individual action for a greener future
Amelia Kraij Lopez Huix, United Nations advisor, will be addressing the current context globally on leadership in companies and institutions – and the lack of gender inclusivity. She will be discussing strategies seen abroad for pushing for a gender inclusive environment and the impact of community and freedom of speech – and how as individuals we can support this movement.
The workshops will offer to highschool students a practical and reflective space for young people to understand their impact on the environment and to find sustainable solutions for thir daily lives and communities.
Open Door Session: From Waste to Energy – Biogas and Biomethane for Environment and Community This Open Door Session will provide a behind-the-scenes look at how agricultural and food waste can be transformed into clean energy and valuable resources for communities. Through a focused roundtable discussion with leading Serbian experts on biogas and biomethane, participants will gain insights into how these technologies contribute to environmental protection, energy security, and the resilience of local communities within the circular economy.
During this workshop, participants will explore the impact of climate change starting from visual and concrete examples from their own communities. They will gain an understanding of how climate effects manifest today, what predictions exist for the future at both local and global levels and what role each individual plays in reducing negative impacts.
Participants will also take a carbon footprint test to discover how much their personal habits contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.
In the end, everyone will be invited to share experiences, daily habits, and personal commitments for a more sustainable future. The workshop combines informative content with personal reflection and offers a space for dialogue and inspiration for small changes that can have a big impact.
How do we talk about the climate crisis? Why is how we address it important? How do we tailor our messages to different audiences? We work together in the workshop to answer these questions and discuss the best approaches
This roundtable brings together young leaders, local stakeholders, and decision makers in Athens to explore how youth-driven initiatives can shape meaningful climate action. Participants will exchange ideas, share experiences, and co-develop strategies to transform community-level visions into impactful solutions. The discussion aims to strengthen collaboration across generations and sectors, ensuring that youth voices play a central role in advancing climate resilience and sustainability.
In the face of accelerating climate change, protecting forests is vital not only for biodiversity but also for maintaining the stability and quality of water sources that sustain both people and nature. This panel, part of the Climate Change Summit and organised by Foundation Conservation Carpathia in partnership with BRD, will highlight how forest conservation strengthens resilience, safeguards natural resources, and secures a sustainable future.
Slow Life is all about helping you build healthy, sustainable habits while living in the present. On Conscious Living Day, as part of the Climate Change Summit, we’re getting together for some movement, fun, and moments of calm and connection. We’re starting from OTOTO Victoriei and we’re building experiences together. We invite you to join us for our first community run, let’s move slowly, together!
Slow down. Breathe in. Reconnect to yourself. As part of Conscious Living Day, we’re gathering at the Japanese Garden in Herăstrău Park for yoga sessions focused on relaxation, inner balance, and reconnecting with your body. Come as you are, let go of the stress and enjoy the experience. It is not about perfect poses – instead, it’s about presence, moving with intention and nurturing healthy rituals, everything in a comforting environment.
This two-hour walk offers an opportunity to observe the seasonal changes that shape forest life in autumn. We will look at how trees prepare for winter as daylight hours shorten, and how these changes affect the wider ecosystem. Participants will also be encouraged to pay attention to the forest’s soundscape, learning to distinguish and identify the different sources of natural and human-made noises. It is important to note that Băneasa Forest is currently facing a high risk of fragmentation, primarily due to the recent opening of a forest road to automobile traffic.
Forget small talk, this is a table for real talk. A community brunch about what really matters: honest conversation, real connection, and delicious bites. We’ll talk about the bold and beautiful act of building a sustainable community – what it takes, what it gives, and why it’s worth it. If you’re a thinker, a maker, a doer or just someone who believes that food tastes better when shared, this table is for you. Bring your curiosity. Bring your appetite. We’ll handle the rest.
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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)