Although energy prices have fallen significantly compared to two years ago, the pressure on energy policymakers and the largest players in the energy sector has not eased as energy supply must be continuously ensured, preferably at an affordable price, while also making progress towards climate goals. This demands a series of critical energy decisions at both the national and corporate levels, which we will cover in the first section, providing an overview of the big picture.
08:15 - 08:25
08:25 - 08:45
Europe’s competitive (dis)advantage & energy: Choices, no-regrets & imperatives (in English, with simultaneous interpretation)
Speaker: Christian Zinglersen, Director, European Union Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER)
08:45 - 09:05
The Main Challenges and Possible Solutions for the Hungarian Energy Sector
Speaker: Csaba Lantos, Energy Minister, Energy Ministry
09:10 - 09:30
Key Regulatory Issues in the Hungarian Energy Markets
Speaker: dr. Edit Juhász, President, Hungarian Energy and Public Utility Regulatory Authority
09:30 - 09:45
09:45 - 10:00
Shaping the Future of Energy: E.ON’s Role in Hungary’s Energy Transition (in English, with simultaneous interpretation)
Speaker: dr. Guntram Würzberg, President, E.ON Hungária Csoport
10:00 - 10:15
Fit for Reality
Speaker: dr. György Bacsa, MOL Hungary - CEO, MOL Group - SVP Strategy and Business Development
10:15 - 10:30
Decarbonisation commitments must be upheld while another major trend, electrification, progresses. Companies need to navigate this dual challenge, which also involves considerable costs. Therefore, it is worthwhile exploring this complex topic in greater depth with the help of CEOs, executives, and the consultancy sector. This section is dedicated to presenting a range of perspectives on the matter.
11:00 - 12:15
Leaders’ Panel Discussion on the Situation and Future of the Hungarian Energy Sector
Moderator: Attila Weinhardt, Senior Analyst, Portfolio
Conversation participants:
12:15 - 12:20
Presenting the Energy Section and Programme of the National Association of Entrepreneurs and Employers (VOSZ)
Speakers:
12:20 - 12:35
The Importance of Large Power Plant Developments
Speaker: Géza Losonczy, Associate Partner, Head of Energy & Utility Advisory Services, KPMG
12:35 - 12:50
12:50 - 13:00
Maximising energy efficiency in corporate operations is a key priority. This involves multiple approaches and is closely linked to strategic planning, smart energy management, and auditing the results. Alongside enhancing energy efficiency, it is also crucial to address the optimisation of the energy procurement process while examining current issues, contractual frameworks, and effective strategies from the perspective of energy traders.
11:00 - 11:15
Implementation of REMIT II in Hungary
Speaker: Sándor Herczeg, Head of Division (Strategic Analysis Department), Magyar Energetikai és Közmű-szabályozási Hivatal
11:15 - 11:30
Electricity Market 2024: Renewables, Volatility and Flexibility?
Speaker: Márton Gábor Kádár, Head of Sales and Business Development, HUPX
11:30 - 11:45
„Qvik, How We Will Pay in the Future” – Energy Trade and Green Financing Questions
Speaker: Miklós Luspay, Director, Magyar Nemzeti Bank
11:45 - 12:20
Paneldiscussion: Corporate Energy Efficiency Experiences in Practice, Directions, Opportunities
Moderator: Levente András Koczóh, Senior Climate Policy Advisor, Green Policy Center
Conversation participants:
12:20 - 13:00
Energy Trade Roundtable: Energy for Whom, When, How, How Much?
Moderator: Gábor Bali, Managing Director, ENERGIQ
Conversation participants:
The significant growth of solar power capacities in Hungary and the expected further expansion have already raised numerous challenging questions, from negative electricity prices and return on investment issues to the sustainability of support systems and the urgent need for energy storage solutions. These issues highlight the crucial role of network development and increasing flexibility in achieving decarbonisation goals and meeting electrification demands.
13:30 - 13:45
On-Site Generation and Hybrid Power Plants Could Be the Future of Solar Energy in Hungary
Speaker: Róbert Fehér, CEO, 8G Energy
13:45 - 14:00
The Consequences of the Lack of Flexibility for the Hungarian Energy Mix and Short-Term Wholesale Prices
Speaker: Gábor Szatmári, CEE Market Expert and Head of the Eastern Europe Sales region, Montel Group
14:00 - 14:15
Battery Storage Technologies: Trend or Long-Term Solution To Ensure Electricity System Stability?
Speaker: Csaba Fekete, Director of Business Development, Alteo
14:15 - 15:00
Paneldiscussion: Solar Power Plants, Grid Development, Flexibility, Energy Storage
Moderator: Csaba Novák, President, Hungarian Renewable Energy Association
Conversation participants:
Various gases are key energy sources in the transition due to its flexibility, but they must also align with decarbonisation objectives. Therefore, alongside the flexibility of the natural gas system, it is crucial to discuss the prospects for (green) hydrogen and biogas in Hungary while also considering energy storage options in the context of flexibility.
13:30 - 13:45
Resilience in gas markets – the key role of the natural gas network
Speaker: Szabolcs Ferencz I., Chairman-CEO, FGSZ Natural Gas Transmission Ltd.
13:45 - 14:00
Potential for Energy (Hydrogen) Storage in the Gas Market, Balancing Role
Speaker: Csaba Vigassy, Managing Director, Hungarian Hydrogen Association
14:00 - 14:45
Panel discussion: Natural Gas System Resilience Issues, the Role of (Green) Hydrogen and Biogas in Corporate Decarbonisation Efforts
Moderator: Tamás Pletser CFA, EMEA Oil & Gas Analyst, Erste Investment
Conversation participants:
After the topics covered in the previous two sections, it is worth moving up a level and examining how the intensive spread of renewable energy sources in Hungary and across Europe, as well as the questions surrounding natural gas transit and energy supply in Ukraine, influence our prospects, and what kind of economic environment we can expect in Hungary. The final session of our conference will explore these comprehensive themes.
15:30 - 15:50
Integration of Green Energy Producers, System Management Issues
Speaker: MAVIR delegate representative
Speaker: Dezső Szabó, Head of Source Preparation Department, MAVIR Zrt.
15:50 - 16:10
European Challenges of the Solar Boom, Fine-Tuning Subsidies, Management Options
Speaker: Solar Europe delegate representative
Speaker: Jan Osenberg, Senior Policy Advisor, SolarPower Europe
16:10 - 16:30
I Get That It’s an Electric Engine, but What Drives It? – Outlook for the Hungarian Economy
Speaker: István Madár, Senior Analyst, Portfolio
16:30 - 16:50
The Situation of Energy Supply in Ukraine, the State of Preparation for Winter
Speaker: Ádám Balogh, Leader of Ukraine Support Task Force, Energy Community
16:50 - 16:55
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After we have discussed the most important professional issues and challenges, it's time for some well-deserved relaxation and fun: we will be waiting for you with a standing reception on the terrace with a wonderful panoramic view, where you can continue to discuss professional issues and make new business contacts in a relaxed atmosphere.
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