Join us in Akureyri for an inspiring gathering where we work together toward a greener, more sustainable future.
About this event:
The RECET project and the Net Zero Islands Network are pleased to invite you to a joint seminar in Akureyri, Iceland, focused on advancing energy sustainability in islands and remote communities. This event brings together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to exchange knowledge, explore innovative solutions, and strengthen collaboration in the energy transition (See agenda below).
Opening Session: Setting the Stage for Energy Transition
13:00 – 13:05 Welcome Address
Ásthildur Sturludóttir, Mayor of Akureyri
13:05 – 13:25 Keynote: Policy & Vision for a Sustainable Future
Learning from Best Practices: Success Stories Across Europe
13:25 – 13:40 The Samsø Experience: A Renewable Energy Success Story
Samsø Energy Academy
13:40 – 13:50 The Net Zero Islands Network
Ditte Stiler, Adviser, Nordic Energy Research
13:50 – 14:05 Rural Europe for the Clean Energy Transition (RECET): Key Takeaways from Partners Across Europe
Marianne Ribes, Project Manager, Icelandic New Energy
Policy & Market Forces: Addressing the Challenges of Energy Transition
14:05 – 14:25 The Green Energy Transition of Iceland & National Transport Priorities.
Sigurður Friðleifsson, Head of Division, Icelandic Environment and Energy Agency
14:25 – 14:40 Impact of Oil Tax in Transport on Rural Communities
Skúli Gunnar Árnason, Head of Energy Transition, Eimur
14:40 – 15:00 | Coffee Break
Local & Regional Energy Transition Strategies
15:00 – 15:15 Development and Sustainability Agenda for Åland.
Yvonne Østerlund, Senior Engineer, Government of Åland
15:15 - 15:30 CET PLAN: A Regional Approach to Sustainable Energy Planning in Blekinge.
Anna Månsson, Project Manager, Energy Agency Southern Sweden
15:30 – 15:45 Across Energy Sector Policies of Scottish Local Authorities.
Daniel Gear, Director, Equitable Energy Research CIC
15:45 – 16:00 Developing a Roadmap for Nunavut, Canada.
Michael Ross, Industrial Research Chair of Northern Energy Innovation, Yukon University
Panel Discussion: Dissemination & Knowledge Sharing
16:00 – 16:30 | Panelists:
Ditte Stiler, Adviser, Nordic Energy Research
Sigurður Friðleifsson, Icelandic Environment and Energy Agency
Samsø Energy Academy
Carlos Tapia, Nordregio
Moderator: Ottó Elíasson, Managing Director at Eimur
16:30 - Closing Remarks and Mingling
RECET & Net Zero Islands Network offer guests light refreshments after the seminar
Why Attend?
Gain insights from leading experts on energy transition policies and strategies.
Learn from best practices and success stories across Europe and beyond.
Connect with policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders shaping the future of sustainable energy.
About the Organizers
RECET Project:
The RECET project strengthens the capacity of municipalities in five European regions to manage energy transition, fostering collaboration with stakeholders and industry to develop comprehensive energy transition plans.
Net Zero Islands Network:
The Net Zero Islands Network plays a key role in advancing green and resilient energy solutions for islands and remote areas. The network facilitates knowledge sharing, supports job creation, and explores CO2-negative opportunities. It is administered by Nordic Energy Research.
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For inquiries, contact: kolfinna@eimur.is
We look forward to welcoming you to this important seminar!
