The Benchmark Event for Renewables in Southeast Europe

300+

Decision Makers

50+

Renowned Speakers

20+

Networking Hours

98.2%

B2B Success Rate

YOUR GATEWAY TO THE FULL RENEWABLES LANDSCAPE ACROSS THE BLACK SEA REGION

Energy Week Black Sea is the meeting point for renewables across the Black Sea and South East Europe, built for people who need projects financed, contracts signed, and partnerships agreed.

Returning in 2027, the event brings together governments and regulators, TSOs and DSOs, utilities, IPPs, developers, EPCs, equipment and service providers, corporate buyers, banks, funds, DFIs, insurers, and advisors from Romania, Bulgaria, Moldova, Ukraine, Türkiye and Georgia, alongside European institutions and international capital.

Since launching in 2020, Energy Week Black Sea has expanded year on year, becoming Romania’s largest renewables conference in 2024 and introducing the region’s first structured Producer-Consumer Meetups in 2025. The 2026 edition confirmed the format works: a strong delegate mix, high meeting volumes, and practical discussions focused on grid access, interconnection, permitting, offtake structures, storage and flexibility, and bankable pipelines. That momentum is what we are scaling in 2027.

Built around B2B outcomes, not passive attendance
Energy Week Black Sea combines a senior conference programme with parallel, pre-scheduled B2B meetings in a purpose-built environment. Delegates benefit from:

Pre-event meeting planning and targeted introductions based on your goals

On-site facilitation to keep meetings run smoothly

Structured follow-up support after the event to keep conversations going

Powered by InNet Connect for faster connection
Hosted by Invest In Network, Energy Week Black Sea is supported by our bespoke app, InNet Connect. Delegates get early access to participant profiles and company information, can request meetings before arrival, and can build a focused agenda that matches their pipeline, geography, and partnership needs.

2027 agenda focus

The 2027 programme is designed around the constraints and opportunities that determine whether projects move forward:

Utility-scale solar, wind and storage pipelines

Grid connection, congestion management, and flexibility markets

Interconnectors and regional integration including the Black Sea’s strategic infrastructure agenda

Investment structures, risk allocation, and routes to bankability

Digital energy systems including the operational link between renewables, data infrastructure and AI

With dedicated B2B zones, consultant-led matchmaking, and two days built for high-value conversations, Energy Week Black Sea 2027 offers access to the stakeholders who approve, finance, build, connect, and buy renewable energy in the region.

We look forward to welcoming you to the 2027 edition. If you are developing projects, deploying capital, procuring clean power, or delivering grid and flexibility solutions, this is where the region’s energy future takes shape.

Lead the Transition. Connect the Region. Join #EWBS

We’re still buzzing from last week’s trip to Bucharest. If there’s one takeaway from Energy Week Black Sea, it’s this: Romania and the wider region aren’t just keeping pace with the energy transition; in many ways, they are setting the tempo. It was an impressive blend of high-level policy and boots-on-the-ground business.

Delta Green Europe

In times of challenges, of war, we must not build fences, we must build bridges. And energy bridges are vital and essential.

Dorin Junghietu

Minister of Energy of the Republic of Moldova

Grateful for the open, pragmatic dialogue with developers, investors, TSOs, and policymakers. The opportunity in this region is significant — and so is the responsibility to deliver infrastructure that is technically sound, financially robust, and built to perform for decades.
Looking forward to turning more of these conversations into tangible assets on the ground. 

Christian Leonte

WALDEVAR Holding

I’m thrilled to take the stage at Energy Week Black Sea here in Romania, joining visionary minds on the “NEW! Data Centres, AI & Renewables – Building the Black Sea’s Digital Energy Hub” panel. The energy and diversity of ideas exchanged today have been truly inspiring, sparking bold conversations and fresh perspectives.

Filip Kowalski

SAP

Energy Week Black Sea has become an institution!

Kostis Geropoulos

NE Global

A sincere thank you to Invest In Network for organizing such a thoughtful and well-curated gathering, and to the British Ambassador for the warm hospitality and for opening his residence to foster meaningful dialogue and connections.

Miquel Yafari Duran

Automa

Many thanks to the organizers, Invest In Network for having us and congratulations on a new successful edition! 👏

RPIA – Romanian Photovoltaic Industry Association

The panel discussions were really engaging. They covered important topics, shared challenges in the industry and explored possible solutions. So many fresh perspectives and ideas to take away. I also really enjoyed the B2B meetings and the chance to have focused conversations. Moments like these are what make events like this so valuable: building connections, exploring opportunities and opening doors to new markets.

Andrey Apresov

EcoVille Holding

The event as a whole was exceptionally well-organized, with insightful discussions and a high calibre of participants across all panels, making it a truly valuable platform for knowledge exchange and networking.

Daniel Marius Vlasceanu

Vlăsceanu & Partners

We’re proud to have supported this year’s event and to be part of the growing dialogue that is shaping the future of energy in Romania and the Black Sea region. A special thank you to Invest In Network for bringing together such a strong and relevant community.

YESS Power

On the policy side, the insights from regional leaders were excellent. Hearing from Dorin Junghietu (Minister of Energy, Moldova), Inga Pkhaladze (Deputy Minister, Georgia), H.E. Ihor Prokopchuk, Ambassador of Ukraine to Romania and Grzegorz Zielinski (EBRD) underscored the urgency we are facing.

Tomas Kolder

NC+

Phenomenal conference across the board. Thank you for having us Energy Week Black Sea!

Michael Topolinski

MetaWealth

This year’s Energy Week Black Sea felt truly different. The conversations weren’t just between professionals or competitors — they were between partners. There was a real sense of openness and collaboration, all of us working together to strengthen the renewable energy business in the region. Grateful for the connections and the shared vision!

Tatiana Fiodorov

Fiodorov & Partners

I was particularly impressed by the event’s comprehensive approach to renewable energy in the Black Sea region. The emphasis on networking through the B2B zone was a standout feature, facilitating vital connections for investment and project development. Discussions about the region’s potential as a renewable hub, alongside the focus on financing and market risks, provided valuable insights. The spotlight on Ukraine’s green reconstruction as a key to Europe’s energy security was enlightening.

Oleksandr Denysyuk

Ingrid Capacity

My observation from attending the Energy Week Black Sea, a premier regional renewable energy conference, this year and last? Interest in offshore wind has substantially increased. With both Romania and Bulgaria advancing associated legislation, the opportunity has now become far more tangible, with the first CfD auctions targeted for next year.

Alex Gospodinov

hooracán energy

Among speakers and moderators 2026

Agenda 2026

Pre-event Reception – 18:30, 03 February

A pre-event reception for Energy Week Black Sea participants at the Residence of the UK Ambassador to Romania.

RSVP is now closed as the reception is at full capacity.

Official language - English
B2B meetings run in parallel with the sessions from 11:00.

08:30 - 09:30 Registration and Morning Coffee

Registration and Morning Coffee

09:45- 10:00 Opening Addresses

H.E. Ihor Prokopchuk, Ambassador of Ukraine to Romania

10:00 - 11:00 Opening Panel: Advancing the Black Sea Clean-Energy Transition

Moderator: Kostis Geropoulos, Co-Founder, Director of Energy & Climate, NE Global

Speakers:

Dorin Junghietu, Minister of Energy of the Republic of Moldova
Inga Pkhaladze, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia
Grzegorz Zielinski, Director, Head of Energy Europe, EBRD

11:00 - 11:05 Presentation and Opening Remarks for B2B Meetings (on behalf of the B2B Zone Sponsor)

Announcing the official start of the B2B meetings, which will run in parallel with the main conference sessions throughout the day.

Stanimir Gantchev, CEO, Solatrix

11:05 - 11:30 Coffee and Networking Break

Coffee and Networking Break

11:30 - 12:50 Discussion Panel: Grids & Cross-Border Interconnectors

Moderator: Apostolos Tsarikas, Deputy Editor – European Electricity, Argus Media

Speakers:

Jérôme Le Page, Chair of the Electricity Committee, Energy Traders Europe
Dr. Costin-Mihai Păun, President of Energy Security and Investments Commission, Member of the Supervisory Board, Transelectrica
Alexandru Chiriță, CEO, Electrica
Mats Lundin, Director Romania, Vice President, Commercial, Emergy
Tatiana Fiodorov, Managing Partner, Fiodorov & Partners

12:50 - 13:00 Presentation: Revolutionising Grid Stability: How Delta Green and the Czech TSO Opened Up Energy Balancing to Everyday Homes

Jan Hicl, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer, Delta Green

13:00 - 14:00 Networking Lunch

Networking Lunch

14:00 - 15:15 Discussion Panel: Onshore Wind, Solar + Storage Boom: Managing the Queue

Moderator: Dr. Luiza Ionescu, Special Counsel, Head of Energy and Infrastructure, Stratulat Albulescu Attorneys at Law

Session Sponsor – MetaWealth

Speakers:

Emre Erdoğan, CEO, Çalık Renewables
Sebastian Enache, Head of M&A, MONSSON
Yossi Edelstein, CEO, Zen Energy Group
Andrei Manea, Executive Director, RPIA
Liviu Gavrilă, Vice-President, RWEA
Richard McLaughlin-Duane, Managing Director of Origination & Structuring, MetaWealth

15:15 - 15:30Presentation: Hybrid Park Multimarket Trading & Optimization

Riku Kukkonen, Co-Founder & Chief Sales Officer, Capalo AI

15:30 - 16:00 Coffee Break

Coffee and Networking Break

16:00 - 16:30Presentation: 2026 – critical year for rebuilding energy infrastructure in Ukraine. Challenges and Opportunities

Ivan Bondarchuk, Deputy Chairman of the Board, UWEA

16:30 - 17:30 Discussion Panel: Offshore & Floating Wind: From Concept to Commercial

Moderator: Lavinia Iancu, CEO & Publisher, Energy Industry Review

Speakers:

Alex Gospodinov, CEO, hooracán
Oana Ijdelea, Member of the Board, Black Sea Oil & Gas
John MacAskill, Group Growth Director, ABL Group
Manuela Trisnevschi, Head of Energy & Utilities, BCR

17:30 – 19:30Networking Drinks and Prize Draw with Capalo AI

All Energy Week Black Sea participants are welcome.
No RSVP required.

19:30Side Event: Energy Transition Networking Dinner by Delta Green

Delta Green invites all Energy Week Black Sea participants to a complimentary dinner dedicated to the future of the grid.

Venue: MOKI – Modern Kitchen (within walking distance of the event venue).

RSVP required: here

Official language - English
B2B meetings run in parallel with the sessions.

09:00 - 09:30 Morning Coffee and Networking

Morning Coffee and Networking

09:30 - 10:45 Discussion Panel: Hydrogen & e-Fuels: From Valleys to Corridors

Moderator: Gabriel Avăcăriței, Chief Editor, Energynomics

Speakers:

Dr. Oleksandr Riepkin, Founder, Hydrogen Ukraine (H2U), Vice President and Member of the Board, Ukrainian Hydrogen Council
Ioanna Barouni, Senior Associate, Research, Aurora Energy Research
Dr. Cristian Călin, Director of Green Gas Programs and Decarbonization Solutions, Delgaz Grid
Daniel Apostol, Director General, Federația Patronală a Energiei (FPE)

10:45 - 11:30 Coffee and Networking Break

Coffee and Networking Break

11:30 - 11:40Presentation: GEDF: project pipeline, cooperation schemes and financing renewables

Anuki Batiashvili, Director of International Relations, Georgian Energy Development Fund

11:40 - 13:00 Discussion Panel: Financing & De-Risking in Volatile Times

Session Sponsor – Vlăsceanu & Partners

Moderator: Iulian Harpa, Managing Partner, HIM Energy

Speakers:

Loredana Vlăsceanu, Partner, Vlăsceanu & Partners
Favieli Stelian, Managing Partner, Nofar Energy Romania
Laurențiu Urluescu, President, Romanian Energy Suppliers Association (AFEER)
Cristina Span, Loan Officer, Structured Finance, European Investment Bank
Delphine Anne Marchi, Senior Investment Officer, European Infrastructure, IFC

13:00 - 14:00 Networking Lunch

Networking Lunch

14:00 - 15:30 Discussion Panel: NEW! Data Centres, AI & Renewables – Building the Black Sea’s Digital Energy Hub

Moderator: Daniel Vlăsceanu, Partner, Vlăsceanu & Partners

Speakers:

Filip Kowalski, Vice President, MEE Regional Industry Lead for Utilities I Oil I Gas, SAP
Giorgio Inforzato, Europe Sales Director, Automa Power & Utilities
Mihai Manole, Managing Partner, TEMA ENERGY
Dr. Eng. Adrian Victor Vevera, General Director, ICI Bucharest
Kristofer Fröjd, Senior Advisor, Decade Energy

15:30 - 16:00 Coffee and Networking Break

Coffee and Networking Break

16:00 - 17:30 On-Demand Panel: From Strategy to Steel - The Black Sea Submarine Cable as a European Energy Connector

Moderator: Jérôme Le Page, Chair of the Electricity Committee, Energy Traders Europe

Speakers:

Zviad Gachechiladze, Member of the Board of Directors, Georgian State Electrosystem
Florin Stanciu, Head of Corporate Finance, Transelectrica
Davit Narmania, Chairman, Georgian National Energy and Water Supply Regulatory Commission (GNERC)
Vasiliki Klonari, Director of Energy System Integration, WindEurope
Florian Kitt, Senior Energy Specialist, World Bank Group

17:30 Closing Remarks

Closing Remarks

Reasons to Join

Connect with Regional Energy Leaders

Meet key decision-makers from across the Black Sea region. From ministers and regulators to CEOs of leading energy companies, this is your chance to network, exchange insights and shape the conversation on the future of energy in one of Europe's most dynamic markets.

Unlock Investment Opportunities

Explore real-time updates on major infrastructure and energy projects seeking partners, technology and capital. Whether you're looking to invest or showcase your solutions, the event provides direct access to actionable opportunities in renewables, grid modernisation, and energy transition.

Navigate the Energy Transition

Gain insights into how countries around the Black Sea are decarbonising and integrating renewables. Through panel discussions, case studies and policy updates, understand what’s driving change and how you can stay ahead of the transition curve.

Showcase Your Solutions

Position your company at the heart of the region's energy evolution. With exhibition spaces, speaking slots and sponsorship packages, Energy Week offers multiple ways to increase visibility, engage decision-makers and demonstrate your expertise.

Learn from Practical Case Studies

Hear directly from those delivering energy projects across Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Georgia, and Türkiye. Learn what works, what doesn’t and how to navigate local regulations, financing hurdles and technical challenges.

Be Part of a Growing Community

Energy Week Black Sea is more than just a conference. It’s a growing platform for collaboration, innovation and shared progress. Join the community that’s shaping the region’s energy future and help build meaningful partnerships that last beyond the event.

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🌍 Last week, we took part in the Energy Week Black Sea conference – a very well put together event that brought together the region’s key voices in renewables from Romania, Bulgaria, Moldova, Ukraine, Türkiye, and Georgia. A big thank you to Inessa S. and the Invest In Network team for creating such a meaningful space for collaboration.

✌️ Transelectrica este prezentă și în acest an la dezbaterile găzduite de Energy Week Black Sea, o platformă de dialog care aduce în prim-plan subiecte strategice esențiale pentru securitatea energetică regională.

⚡️În prima zi a conferinței, domnul Mihai PAUN membru al Consiliului de Supraveghere al CNTEE Transelectrica SA …

Consolidarea securității energetice și accelerarea investițiilor în energie regenerabilă, prin dezvoltarea capacităților de stocare și a infrastructurii de interconectare, se află în centrul strategiei energetice a Republicii Moldova. Mesajul a fost transmis de ministrul Energiei, Dorin Junghietu, în cadrul Energy Week Black Sea 2026 …