14th conference
Energy Bridges
26 May, 2026
ENDORSED BY
INSPIRED BY
ENERGY LAW EXPERTS
POWERED BY SERVICES FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY
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Since 2012 every year we all – decision makers, leaders of public private sectors, professionals & energy enthusiast, providers & responsible energy consumers – are gathering once per year to overview and discuss of energy issues in the Baltic Sea region, innovate & find solutions.
Today ENERGY FORUM is the key event of energy industry.
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About last year → ENERGY FORUM 2025
- Energy and utility companies
- Infrastructure and engineering firms
- Renewable energy developers
- Technology and digital infrastructure companies
- Financial institutions and investment funds
- Industrial and manufacturing companies
- Transport and logistics companies
- Consulting and legal firms
- Government institutions and regulators
- International organisations and research institutions
In numbers
- 200+ participants
- 40 speakers
- 7 countries represented
- 1.9 million media impressions
Program
Explore the event theme and programme sections. Presentation topics coming soon.
Be sure to use our B2B Networking feature, allowing participants to connect before the event.
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PART I
ENERGY BRIDGE TO EUROPE
Synchronisation, regional integration and new electricity market architecture
ENERGY BRIDGE TO EUROPE
Synchronisation, regional integration and new electricity market architecture
08.00–09.00
REGISTRATION & COFFEE. B2B NETWORKING LOUNGE ACTIVATION
09.00–09.20
OPENING REMARKS
- Guest of Honour: Žygimantas Vaičiūnas, Minister of Energy of Lithuania
- Guest of Honour: Gabija Grigaitė-Daugirdė, Ph.D., Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania
- Conference Moderator: Robert Juodka, Managing Partner (International Business), Attorney at Law, Head of Energy, Infrastructure & Defence, Noewe Legal
09.20–10.45
PRESENTATIONS
- Beyond Black Swans: the Orange One and the New Chaos Equation.
Indrė Genytė-Pikčienė, Chief Economist, Šiaulių bankas (Lithuania) - View on the Offshore Developments Around the Baltic Sea.
John Stranne, Senior Research Associate, Aurora Energy Research (Sweden) - Energizing the Future. Opportunities and Challenges in the Baltic Sea Region.
Valdemar Fiodorovič, CEO, Chairman of the Board, Enefit Lietuva (Lithuania)
PANEL DISCUSSION.
SYNCHRONIZATION WITH EUROPEAN ELECTRICITY GRIDS AND ENERGY INDEPENDENCE. DIALOGUE BETWEEN NORTH AND WEST. HOW TO ENSURE A SMOOTH PROCESS & LONG-TERM STRATEGY EXECUTION?
Moderator: Robert Juodka, Noewe Legal
Panelists:
- Rokas Masiulis, CEO, LITGRID (Lithuania)
- Rolands Irklis, Chairman of the Board, AST (Latvia)
- Agnieszka Okońska, Vice President at Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne SA, PSE (Poland)
- Kalle Kilk, CEO, Elering (Estonia)
/COFFEE BREAK & B2B NETWORKING LOUNGE/
10.45–11.15
PART II
NEW TECHNOLOGIES
New bridges between today’s and tomorrow’s energy systems
NEW TECHNOLOGIES
New bridges between today’s and tomorrow’s energy systems
11.15–13.30
- On the Green Journey: What is the Optimal Energy Mix for Us in the Era of Renewable Energy?
Kristjan Kuhi, Member of the Management Board, Development Manager for Energy Solutions, Eesti Energia (Estonia) - Innovative Pathways. Creating E-mobility Solutions for Tomorrow’s Energy Landscape.
Sveinung Kvalø, Senior Advisor, Norwegian Electric Vehicle Association (Norway) - Energizing Europe’s Sustainable Future.
Stanislav Malynovsky, Managing Director, Helios Strategia Group (Germany & Greece) - Enabling Green Energy Transition. Building and Operating Finland’s First Green Hydrogen Plant.
Kari Sundbäck, CEO, Enersense (Finland) - Accelerating the Green Transition by AI-based Battery Energy Storage Trading and Optimization.
Henri Taskinen, CEO, Capalo AI (Finland) - The Paradigm of Poland’s Energy Security: Strategic Shifts and the Role of Nuclear Power.
Daniel Piekarski, Head of Energy Security Unit, Department for Economic Cooperation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of Poland
PANEL DISCUSSION.
NEW ENERGY SYSTEMS. NUCLEAR ENERGY AND CONTEMPORARY DILEMMAS OF ENERGY MIX POLICY IMPLEMENTATION
Moderator: H. E. Harri Mäki-Reinikka, Ambassador, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland
Panelists:
- Daniel Piekarski, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of Poland
- Kristjan Mihhels, Business development analyst, Steady Energy (Finland)
- Linas Baužys, CEO, Ignalina Nuclear Power Plant (Lithuania)
/LUNCH & B2B NETWORKING LOUNGE/
13.30–14.30
PART III
INVESTMENT IN RENEWABLE ENERGY & PROJECT ECOSYSTEM
Strategic energy projects shaping the Baltic Sea region
INVESTMENT IN RENEWABLE ENERGY & PROJECT ECOSYSTEM
Strategic energy projects shaping the Baltic Sea region
14.30–15.50
- Hybrid and/or Industrial Cyber Threats to Critical Energy Infrastructure That May Affect National and Collective Defence in the Baltic Sea Region.
Kristina Rimkūnaitė, Subject Matter Expert, Research, Analysis and Lessons Learned Division, NATO Energy Security Centre of Excellence (Lithuania) - Opportunities and Challenges for BESS and Solar Development
Søren Juel Hansen, Director, Nordic Solar (Denmark) - Energy Renovation as a Pillar of Sustainability. Smart Building Automation System for Energy Optimization. Grid Balancing.
Vidmantas Morkūnas, Managing Director, Enerz Lietuva (Enerz Group, Finland)
PANEL DISCUSSION. CRITICAL CHOICES. KEY STRATEGIES FOR EFFECTIVE CRISIS RESPONSE. WHAT FACTORS ARE MOST IMPORTANT FOR EFFECTIVE CRISIS MANAGEMENT?
Moderator -> Vytenis Koryzna, CEO, Detra Solar
Panelists:
- Linas Sabaliauskas, CEO, Lithuanian Wind Power Association (Lithuania)
- Arkadiusz Sekściński, Vice president, Polish Wind Energy Association (Poland)
- Katrīna Duka-Gulbe, Executive Director, Latvian Wind Energy Association (Latvia)
/COFFEE BREAK & B2B NETWORKING LOUNGE/
15.50–16.15
PART IV
DECARBONISATION BRIDGES
Transforming energy demand in the net-zero transition
DECARBONISATION BRIDGES
Transforming energy demand in the net-zero transition
16.15–17.20
- Baltic Nordic Energy Cooperation Goals Until 2030.
Ole Aune Ødegård, Advisor, Nordic Energy Research (Norway) - Opportunities in Maritime Decarbonisation.
Chris Poyner, Head of Shore Power, ABB Marine and Ports, Board Member, EOPSA (United Kingdom)
PANEL DISCUSSION.
WHAT STEPS WE SHOULD TAKE TO ENSURE SMOOTH COOPERATION BETWEEN ALL STAKEHOLDERS?
Moderator -> Viktorija Chockevičiūtė-Žilinskė, Business News Editor, DELFI
Panelists:
- Juhan Aguraiuja, CEO, Enefit Green (Estonia)
- Renatas Pocius, National Energy Regulatory Council (Lithuania)
- Andrius Smaliukas, CEO, Baltpool, International Biomass Exchange (Lithuania)
- Giedrius Dapkevičius, Director of Energy Department, ORLEN Lietuva (Lithuania)
/NETWORKING/
17.20–20.00
Speakers
Speaker list is continuously updated.
Žygimantas Vaičiūnas
Minister of Energy of Lithuania, The Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Lithuania
Daniel Piekarski
Head of Energy Security Unit, Department for Economic Cooperation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of Poland
Mārtiņš Čakste
CEO and Chairman of the Board, Latvenergo AS, Employers’ Confederation of Latvia (Latvia)
Early
Until March 31
regular
April 1–May 14
10-days-to-go
From May 15
Group tickets
The regular price of 310 Eur per ticket applies to groups of 5 or more.
ChamberS
A fixed membership price of 190 Eur applies to all members of the chambers contributing to this event:
- Estonian Chamber of Commerce
- Finnish – Lithuanian Chamber of Commerce
- Latvian Chamber of Commerce in Lithuania
- Norwegian – Lithuanian Chamber of Commerce
- Polish – Lithuanian Chamber of Commerce
- Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Lithuania
Ticket Change, Cancellation, and Refund Policy
—A participant’s name can be corrected / changed no later than 5 days before the event.
—If participation is canceled at least 60 calendar days before the conference, 100% of the paid fee will be refunded.
—If participation is canceled at least 45 calendar days before the conference, 50% of the paid fee will be refunded.
—If participation is canceled 30 calendar days or less before the conference, the fee is non-refundable.
Register
why
to attend?
Why this event is valuable to the leaders & policymakers?
The ENERGY FORUM is a key platform where the energy of conflicts is transformed into collaboration, knowledge drives progress, and ambitious visions materialize into tangible solutions. The ultimate goal is to build a strong, resilient, and sustainable energy system for the future.
The core mission of the ENERGY FORUM is to foster progress in the energy sector at national, Baltic Sea regional, and European Union levels. The current geopolitical landscape poses escalating challenges to the energy industry, and these challenges are expected to intensify in the coming years. In response, the Baltic states – Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania – have taken a historically significant step by committing to disconnect from the Soviet-era electricity grid in February 2025. However, inadequate local electricity generation and transmission capacity remain key vulnerabilities, making the system highly susceptible to external shocks.
At ENERGY FORUM 2025, business leaders, policymakers, and industry experts will engage in discussions on the synchronization process with the Western European electricity grid. They will analyze critical energy policy decisions and showcase innovative solutions tailored for energy sector enterprises.
Why should the business community engage more actively?
The ENERGY FORUM is a rapidly growing and dynamic conference dedicated to shaping a strategic and forward-thinking approach to the energy business. The event brings together participants from across the Baltic region and beyond to present cutting-edge business innovations and proven success strategies. It also serves as a hub for open discussions that enhance investor confidence in the energy sector as one of the most advanced and sustainable pillars of the economy.
The energy sector plays a pivotal role in the long-term economic and environmental vision of the Baltic Sea region and the EU. Investments in renewable energy, the implementation of sustainable and politically effective solutions, and the reinforcement of energy independence lay a solid foundation for future generations. These initiatives not only ensure energy security but also contribute to ecosystem balance and climate change mitigation.
In response to geopolitical challenges, the ENERGY FORUM is reinforcing the energy sector as a cornerstone of stability, progress, and sustainability for the future.
B2B Networking feature at ENERGY FORUM
B2B Networking feature at ENERGY FORUM allows participants to connect before the event.
How it works:
- During registration, select YES or NO when answering: “Would you like to participate in ENERGY FORUM B2B Matchmaking?”
- By selecting YES, you agree to share your contact details with other B2B Networking participants and receive their contact information in return.
- 10 days before the event, all B2B Networking participants will receive a contact list to help them plan their meetings.
We are keeping it simple and efficient – no new accounts, logins, or passwords required. Just the most valuable part: contacts.
B2B Networking is completely free – an exclusive benefit of ENERGY FORUM, designed to enhance collaboration and create valuable business opportunities.
Need assistance or having questions? Please contact snieguole@estcham.lt
Partners
& Sponsors
Contact
Snieguolė Matonienė
HEAD OF CONFERENCE & PARTNERSHIPS
Executive Director, Estonian Chamber of Commerce in Lithuania
Eglė Markauskaitė
WEBSITE & DIGITAL
Marketing Manager, NOEWE LEGAL Law Firm
Beata Čaplinska
POLISH DESK HELP & PARTNERSHIPS
Executive Director, Polish-Lithuanian Chamber of Commerce
About
ENERGY FORUM is an annual international conference focused on the energy security and transformation in the Baltics and neighboring countries, advancing market trends, and exploring cutting-edge technologies.
ENERGY FORUM is open to a wide audience geographically, professionally and culturally, and to everyone – from a provider to a responsible energy consumer. With over a decade of experience, this event has become a vital platform where politicians, business leaders, and energy experts engage in meaningful dialogue, or get a comprehensive overview of energy issues.
Attendees gain critical perspectives on green, traditional and smart energy, along with the opportunity to network with industry professionals.
Started in 2012 ENERGY FORUM was one of the first events to discuss energy related issues in the Baltic region. Since then it has become a place for energy experts, economists and politicians to meet, discuss and share professional insights.
ENERGY FORUM emphasizes equal interaction between speakers and participants, providing valuable insights to both providers and consumers.
Notice of filming and photography.
Photographs and/or video will be taken at the event. By taking part in this event you grant the event organizers full rights to use the images resulting from the photography/video filming, and any reproductions or adaptations of the images for publicity. This might include (but is not limited to), the right to use them in their printed and online publicity, social media, press releases.
