Conferences and summits: JRC at the EU Sustainable Energy Week 2025
JRC at the EU Sustainable Energy Week 2025
Under the theme \"Powering a fair and competitive green transition\" , the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) 2025 will take place in Brussels and online on 10-12 June 2025 .
The Policy Conference is at the heart of EUSEW, featuring dynamic and innovative sessions including the following co-organised by the JRC.
Session Schedule
- 11 June, 16:30 - 18:00
Climate risk: how extreme weather events disrupt energy supply and prices
This expert panel session will examine how extreme weather events affect European energy systems and markets, while exploring comprehensive strategies to enhance resilience and stability. The increasing frequency of such events, combined with challenges in renewable energy integration, poses significant risks to the security, wellbeing, and financial stability of European citizens and businesses.
Speakers: Andreas Tirez, Abi Olikathodi, Chiara Cagnazzo, Sebastian Sterl
Moderator: Marija Miletić
Session: EUSEW Interactive
- 12 June, 09:30 - 11:00
Smarter than ever: how the potential of AI is reshaping Europe’s energy grids
This session explores how AI-driven smart grids can accelerate Europe’s energy transition by enhancing the integration of renewables, improving grid flexibility and reliability, and supporting the EU’s climate and competitiveness goals. With 40% of Europe’s electricity grids over 40 years old , and demand expected to rise by 60% by 2030 , modernisation is increasingly urgent.
Participants will examine how technologies like digital twins and distributed intelligence can address operational challenges, optimise resource use, and drive energy efficiency. The discussion will also identify key policy, regulatory, and investment priorities to build a smarter, more resilient energy system aligned with the EU’s net-zero targets and the Clean Industrial Deal.
Speakers: Antonio De Paola, Stavros Stamatoukos, Volker Hoffmann, Luis Vale Cunha, Christiane Mann, Sophie Yule-Bennet
Moderator: Luciano Martini
Session: EUSEW Interactive
Beyond its policy sessions, EUSEW offers a platform for connection and collaboration through the Energy Fair and the prestigious EUSEW Awards, which recognise and honour individuals, projects, and initiatives driving Europe's shift towards a clean and sustainable energy landscape.
Additionally, the European Youth Energy Day, held during the conference, provides a unique opportunity for young leaders between the ages of 18 and 35 to contribute their innovative ideas and perspectives on achieving a climate-neutral Europe.
Practical Information
When: Tuesday 10 June 2025, 09:00 - Thursday 12 June 2025, 18:00 (CEST)
Where: Charlemagne building, Belgium
Languages: English
