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Environmental & Sustainability Summit 2023
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October 4-5 | The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
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The two-day Environmental & Sustainability Summit, organized by Business Review Magazine, will host a paramount platform for discussions and debate around the most pressing issues facing the world of today and tomorrow. Environmentalism and sustainability are at the forefront of all economic recovery plans, as key organizations such as the EU or the UN are setting ambitious goals that private enterprises around the world are picking up, accelerating the change.

Together with Romania’s most important changemakers, the very people who are leading the sustainable change, we will explore key aspects of the much needed #GreenRestart we are striving for: from sustainable food and water consumption, and eco-communities, to renewable energy sources and circular economy, each with its very own panel.

Join us on October 4-5 at The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection (Doamnei St. 2, Bucharest) for Business Review’s Environmental & Sustainability Summit, the only two-day summit of its kind in Romania, and take an inside look at what the top speaking guests have to say about creating a new normality through sustainable means. Only together we can keep our future safe!

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AGENDA
October 4
Day 1
10:00
Welcome Coffee & Registrations

Start your day with networking and refreshing welcome coffee.

10:30
Keynote speech by H.E. Ramona CHIRIAC, Head of European Commission Representation in Romania
10:40
Opening Remarks by Mr. Mircea Fechet, Minister of the Environment, Waters and Forests
10:50
Panel 1: Environmental & Sustainability Policies and Projects

The Opening Panel on "Environmental and Sustainability Policies and Projects," will explore the latest trends, innovations, and practical implementations of environmental and sustainable policies.

Mircea Fechet
Minister of the Environment, Waters and Forests
Lara Tassan Zanin, PhD, EMBA
Head of European Investment Bank Group Office in Romania
Ionut Georgescu
CEO, FEPRA
Sorin Elisei
Consulting Director, Deloitte Romania, Leader of the Sustainability Practice
Eugen Vaida
Executive Director for Romania, The Prince’s Foundation
Moderator: Monica Movileanu
Partner, Leader of the ESG Platform in Romania, PwC Romania
12:00
Networking Break

Enjoy a short networking break to connect with fellow participants.

12:15
Panel 2: Food & Water

The "Food & Water" panel, will dive into sustainable agriculture, eco food, nature-based solutions, and the circular bioeconomy.

Corina Dospinoiu
Sustainability Director, Auchan Romania
Florin Stoica
Sustainability Manager, Carmistin International
Iuliu Alin Udriste
General Manager of the National Society of Mineral Waters
Florian Ciolacu
Executive Director, Romanian Farmers Club for Performance Agriculture
Moderator: Aurel Dragan
Senior Editor, Business Review Magazine
13:15
Networking Break

Another networking break to continue engaging with peers.

13:30
Panel 3: Sustainable Urban Developments

The first day culminates with the "Sustainable Urban Developments" panel, focusing on smart communities, transportation, automotive sustainability, eco-friendly urban living, and waste management.

Dan Adrian Chelaru
Group Sustainability Officer, IULIUS
Mark Thompson
Managing Director, EcoClean FM Romania
Andreea Ciobanu
Chief Marketing Officer, Hagag Development Europe
Edmund Piess
Sustainability Director, Holcim
Alexandru Vasiliu
Sales and Marketing Director, E-Mobility Rentals
Moderator: Zoltan Toth
Environmental Activist
14:30
Networking Lunch

Refuel with a networking lunch to recharge for the rest of the day.

October 5
Day 2
13:00
Registrations and Networking Drinks

Kick off Day 2 with networking and welcome refreshments.

13:30
Panel 1: Energy

Engage in the "Energy" panel, where you'll explore the global shift towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources, as well as the role of digital technologies in driving this transformation.

Dan Dragos Dragan
State Secretary, Ministry of Energy
Valentin Bargau
VP of Corporate Operations, Restart Energy
Ecaterina Gheorghe
Energy Expert, Management and Strategic Advisor, General Meel Electric
Moderator: Mioara Iofciulescu
President of Atlantis Romania and Vice-President of OFA UGIR
14:15
Networking Break

A networking break to continue the discussions.

14:30
Panel 2: Sustainable Business, Financial Sustainability

The "Sustainable Business and Financial Sustainability" panel focuses on integrating sustainability into business processes, complying with European regulations, and the evolving landscape of sustainable business models.

Dr. Claudia Oanea
Managing Director, Siemens Healthineers Romania
Adrian Botoș
Cluster Sales, Marketing & Innovation Manager, DS Smith Packaging Romania
Cristian Popescu
Partner, Dentons
Claudiu Bud
Strategic Transactions Director, Kruk Romania
Moderator: Anda Sebesi
Editor-in-Chief, Business Review Magazine
15:30
Short Networking Break

Take a break for another short networking session.

15:45
Panel 3: Circular Economy

The summit concludes with a panel on "Circular Economy," exploring how this model of production and consumption is shaping the future by extending the life cycle of products and reducing waste.

Cristian Nacu
Senior Country Manager Romania & Moldova, International Finance Corporation
Madalina Vasile
Managing Associate, NNDKP
Irina Siminenco
Corporate Affairs Manager, Nestlé Romania
Anca Marinescu
Corporate Affairs & PR Manager, RetuRO
Moderator: Alex Laibar
Executive Director, Circular Economy Coalition - CERC
16:45
Environmental & Sustainability Excellence Awards Ceremony and Networking Lunch

Finally, join us for a networking lunch and the Environmental & Sustainability Excellence Awards Ceremony to celebrate outstanding contributions to environmental and sustainability initiatives.

Environmental & Sustainability Excellence Awards Winners
Innovation and Sustainability Excellence Award
DS Smith
Description
DS Smith’s recognition with the Innovation and Sustainability Excellence Award highlights the company’s extraordinary dedication to pioneering sustainable practices. DS Smith’s significant investment of over EUR 13 million in its Ghimbav production site is a testament to their unwavering commitment to sustainability. By allocating substantial resources to sustainable innovations and practices, DS Smith sets a high standard for others in the industry, demonstrating that sustainability and innovation can go hand in hand.
Judging Criteria
Game Changer of Technology & Telecommunication Industry Award
Vodafone Romania
Description
Vodafone Romania’s recognition as Game Changer of Technology & Telecommunication Industry Award reflects their outstanding dedication to environmental sustainability within the tech and telecommunications sector. Achieving a 100% green energy supply to power their network is a game-changing accomplishment. Vodafone Romania’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and adopting sustainable energy sources is not only innovative but also a pioneering step in the industry.
Judging Criteria
Pioneer of the Deposit-Return System Award
Auchan Romania
Description
Auchan Romania’s pioneering spirit in introducing the Deposit-Return System (DRS) and the successful recovery of over 23 million packaging items before the official launch of DRS is celebrated with the Pioneer of the Deposit-Return System Award. This achievement signifies Auchan Romania’s forward-thinking approach to environmental responsibility and the reduction of plastic waste. Their initiative sets a benchmark for promoting sustainable packaging practices.
Judging Criteria
Financial Responsibility and Sustainability Excellence Award
KRUK Romania
Description
The Financial Responsibility and Sustainability Excellence Award bestowed upon KRUK Romania recognizes the company’s remarkable contributions to promoting financial responsibility, sustainability, and economic prosperity in Romania. KRUK Romania’s efforts transcend traditional financial practices by actively engaging in sustainable and responsible financial activities. Their work sets a significant precedent for integrating financial responsibility and sustainability.
Judging Criteria
Sustainable Agri-Business Excellence Award
Carmistin International
Description
Carmistin International’s Sustainable Agri-Business Excellence Award celebrates their groundbreaking achievements and innovations at the Potcoava chicken farm. This project represents the first major sustainable agri-business endeavor of its kind, marking a significant milestone in sustainable agriculture. Carmistin International’s dedication to eco-friendly agricultural practices showcases their commitment to revolutionizing the agri-business sector with sustainability at its core.
Judging Criteria
Sustainable Digital Economy Leadership Award
Mastercard Romania
Description
Mastercard Romania’s recognition with the Sustainable Digital Economy Leadership Award acknowledges their exceptional efforts in driving digital transformation and fostering financial inclusion in Romania. By combining technological innovation with a commitment to sustainability, Mastercard Romania is paving the way for a sustainable digital economy. Their visionary approach exemplifies the potential for digitization to drive positive environmental and societal change.
Judging Criteria
Sustainable Healthcare Innovation Excellence Award
Siemens Healthineers Romania
Description
Siemens Healthineers Romania’s Sustainable Healthcare Innovation Excellence Award celebrates their establishment of Romania’s first Siemens Healthineers Reference & Training Center. This center not only advances medical expertise but also promotes sustainability within the healthcare sector. Siemens Healthineers’ dedication to blending cutting-edge healthcare innovation with sustainability demonstrates a new era in healthcare excellence.
Judging Criteria
Energy Transition Champion Award
Restart Energy
Description
Restart Energy’s receipt of the Energy Transition Champion Award underscores their unwavering commitment to a sustainable future. Their remarkable achievements in the field of solar energy showcase the potential for a cleaner and more sustainable energy sector. Restart Energy’s leadership in the energy transition is setting a high standard for renewable energy adoption.
Judging Criteria
Sustainability Excellence in Automotive Award
Continental Sibiu
Description
Continental Sibiu is honored with the Sustainability Excellence in Automotive Award for their outstanding commitment to driving sustainable and interconnected mobility. Through groundbreaking technologies and services, Continental Sibiu is making a significant impact on the automotive industry’s sustainability efforts. Their commitment to a greener and more efficient future is setting the benchmark for sustainability in the automotive sector.
Judging Criteria
Urban Mobility Excellence Award
Schneider Electric
Description
Schneider Electric’s Urban Mobility Excellence Award acknowledges the company’s exceptional efforts to transform urban mobility and reduce carbon emissions. Through the modernization of public transport infrastructure, Schneider Electric is making cities more environmentally friendly and efficient. Their dedication to sustainable urban mobility solutions exemplifies the company’s commitment to creating a greener and more accessible urban environment.
Judging Criteria
Testimonials
“I want to thank all colleagues who have been and are part of this project. We are pioneers as I like to say because we are the first company to install the first RVM (Reverse Vending Machine) for recycling in Pitesti in 2011. This year we have installed these machines in all our stores and the results have been impressive. We implemented the DRS (Deposit-Return System) and in less than 6000 days we have collected more than 23 million packages, offering customers 0.5 RON for each returned package. We can say that our customers are familiar with the DRS and are ready for its implementation. We are glad to see that other retail colleagues have started similar actions and we believe that a collective action would have a major impact. Auchan continues to do responsible things and contribute to a better future, not only for a greener planet but also for a cleaner Romania. Thank you for this award and know that we are proud!”
Andrei Iliescu
Environmental Manager at Auchan Romania
“Vodafone is a company that eminently facilitates connections and I’m not talking about the connection of networks but those between people, values, and communities. I think it is a sign of respect for communities to be increasingly sustainable. That’s why since 2020, we have tried and succeeded in powering our grid exclusively from renewable sources. From 2021 the entire Vodafone network in Europe is powered by renewable sources. This is the most important sign that we respect our community and soon you will see more such projects powered by Vodafone Foundation.”
Roxana Pintea
Head of Public Affairs, ESG and Communications at Vodafone Romania
“It is clear that this award is to the credit of all of us. Once again we can say that we can have technology, we can have artificial intelligence, we can have anything, but without people, without souls, without involvement and without passion we can do nothing. Personally, many years ago I took an oath and I think it has guided me all my life to do what I do today. Thank you very much, thank you for your trust and appreciation!"
Dr. Claudia Oanea
Managing Director at Siemens Healthineers Romania
“Thank you very much for the award, we are particularly happy because everything we do is aimed at financial inclusion, both locally and internationally. Some time ago we made a commitment to financially include a billion people. Today we have reached 500 million and locally this year has been absolutely remarkable. Together with our partners, we have made significant steps towards a more digital Romania.”
Diana Tanase
Marketing Director at Mastercard Romania
“For us this award has a special significance, not only does it honor us but it is also a confirmation of the efforts made by the company in recent years in our quest to become leaders in the field of energy transition services. I dedicate this award primarily to the Restart Energy team that made this possible and to our founder, Mr. Armand Domuta, whose vision has brought us here today.”
Valentin Bargau
VP of Corporate Operations at Restart Energy
“I am very honored to receive this award on behalf of the automotive sector of Continental which has three divisions: Iasi, Sibiu, and Timisoara. The journey of Continental in Romania has started 20 years and now we have 19.000 employees working together and creating a better tomorrow. Thank you very much, Business Review, this is a great honor!”
Sonok Rivetto
General Manager at Continental Sibiu
“Thank you very much for the award! It is a recognition for us, because for over 16 years we have been supporting financial education in Romania and sustainable debt repayment. We dedicate this award to all those who support innovation and transformation in the financial responsibility industry.”
Monica Cabat
Product and Client Strategy Department Manager at KRUK Romania
“I hope to be part of events such as this more often and to have even more partners in our efforts to support the circular economy in Romania, because at the end of the day, this is what everything resumes to. Thank you very much for this appreciation!”
Octavian Paltanea
Development Manager at Carmistin International
“This award is very important for us because it confirms our commitment to sustainability. We will not stop here with this investment but will go further by involving all our customers in the transition to the circular economy.”
Christian Schmidt
Cluster Director DS Smith Packaging Romania
“We are proud to receive this award, honoring our strong commitment to sustainability. This recognition is a result of our longstanding efforts to transform urban mobility and reduce carbon emissions and we are truly honored.”
Lucian Enaru
Country General Manager Romania & Moldova Schneider Electric
SPEAKERS
Lara Tassan Zanin, PhD, EMBA
Head of European Investment Bank Group Office in Romania

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H.E. Ramona Chiriac
Head of the Representation of the European Commission in Romania

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Mircea Fechet
Minister for Environment, Waters and Forests

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Eugen Vaida
Executive Director for Romania, The Prince’s Foundation

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Corina Dospinoiu
Sustainability Director, Auchan Romania

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Dan Adrian Chelaru
Group Sustainability Officer, IULIUS

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Mark Thompson
Managing Director, EcoClean FM Romania

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Valentin Bargau
Vice President of Corporate Operations, Restart Energy

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Ecaterina Gheorghe
Energy Expert, Management and Strategic Advisor, General Meel Electric
Andreea Ciobanu
Chief Marketing Officer, Hagag Development Europe

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Dan Dragos Dragan
State Secretary, Ministry of Energy

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Cristian Nacu
Senior Country Manager Romania & Moldova, International Finance Corporation

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Dr. Claudia Oanea
Managing Director, Siemens Healthineers Romania

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Sorin Elisei
Consulting Director, Deloitte Romania, Leader of the Sustainability Practice

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Adrian Botoș
Cluster Sales, Marketing & Innovation Manager, DS Smith Packaging Romania

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Alin Udriste
General Director, SNAM SA
Claudiu Bud
Strategic Transactions Director, Kruk Romania

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Florin Stoica
Sustainability Manager, Carmistin

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Madalina Vasile
Managing Associate, NNDKP

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Ionut Georgescu
Founder & CEO, FEPRA

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Cristian Popescu
Partner, Corporate, Dentons

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Irina Siminenco
Corporate Affairs Manager, Nestlé Romania

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Edmund Piess
Sustainability Director, Holcim
Alexandru Vasiliu
Sales and Marketing Director, E-Mobility Rentals

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Andreea Nicolae
Sustainability & ESG Leader, Green Marketing Advisory

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Anca Marinescu
Corporate Affairs & PR Manager, RetuRO

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Florian Ciolacu
Executive Director, Romanian Farmers Club for Performance Agriculture

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Mioara Iofciulescu
Moderator. President, Atlantis România & Vicepresident, OFA UGIR

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Monica Movileanu
Moderator. Partner, Leader of the ESG Platform in Romania, PwC Romania
Zoltan Toth
Moderator. Environmental Activist
Alex Laibar
Moderator. Executive Director, Circular Economy Coalition - CERC

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Anda Sebesi
Moderator. Editor-in-Chief, Business Review Magazine

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Aurel Dragan
Moderator. Senior Editor, Business Review Magazine

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