Energy in action

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ReBuild Ukraine
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12-13 NOVEMBER 2026 Conference Hall "Energy"

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ENERGY IN ACTION:BUILDING THE ENERGY SYSTEM THAT WORKSis a key international conference focused on practical solutions for building a resilient and efficient energy system in Ukraine.

Over two days, the conference will bring together government representatives, international financial institutions, energy companies, investors and technology partners to turn Ukraine’s energy priorities into concrete solutions, investments, technologies and projects that deliver results today.

Supported by EBRD Ukraine MDA

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CONFERENCE PROGRAMme* The program is subject to change

12 November

13:00 - 16:30

12 November

13:00-14:20

OPENING | UKRAINE’S ENERGY PRIORITIES: WHAT THEY MEAN FOR INDUSTRY

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International Business in Ukraine’s Energy Recovery. How can government policies, financial incentives, and industrial support encourage greater participation by foreign companies?

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From Interest to Real Investments and Contracts. Guarantees, export financing, investment support, and risk mitigation mechanisms.

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From Intergovernmental Agreements to Long-Term Partnerships. How can barriers to international business be removed to strengthen commercial and industrial cooperation?

Денис ШМИГАЛЬ

ModeratorAdam BALOGHHead of the Ukraine Support Task Force Unit, Energy Community Secretariat

Денис ШМИГАЛЬ

Denys SHMYHALFirst Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Energy of Ukraine (tbc)

Денис ШМИГАЛЬ

Hubert TADYCHDirector, Department of International Cooperation, Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Poland

Mechthild WÖRSDÖRFER

Mechthild WÖRSDÖRFERDeputy Director-General, Directorate-General for Energy (DG ENER), European Commission

Анатолій КУЦЕВОЛ

Anatolii KUTSEVOLDeputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine for European integration (tbc)

Валентина МОСКАЛЕНКО

Valentyna MoskalenkoDeputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine

Olena Kononenko

Olena KononenkoProject Leader, ReBuild UkRaine

Olena Kononenko

Gerlind HECKMANNDeputy Director-General for External Economic Policy at the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), Germany

MIYAKE Hirofumi

MIYAKE HirofumiDeputy Director-General for International Trade Policy, METI, Japan

Jacques GERBER

Jacques GERBERFederal Council Delegate for Ukraine, AmbassadorSwitzerland

Speaker

Representative of NB8 (tbc)

Денис ШМИГАЛЬ

ModeratorAdam BALOGHHead of the Ukraine Support Task Force Unit, Energy Community Secretariat

Денис ШМИГАЛЬ

Denys SHMYHALFirst Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Energy of Ukraine (tbc)

Денис ШМИГАЛЬ

Hubert TADYCHDirector, Department of International Cooperation, Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Poland

Mechthild WÖRSDÖRFER

Mechthild WÖRSDÖRFERDeputy Director-General, Directorate-General for Energy (DG ENER), European Commission

Анатолій КУЦЕВОЛ

Anatolii KUTSEVOLDeputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine for European integration (tbc)

Валентина МОСКАЛЕНКО

Valentyna MoskalenkoDeputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine

Olena Kononenko

Olena KononenkoProject Leader, ReBuild UkRaine

Olena Kononenko

Gerlind HECKMANNDeputy Director-General for External Economic Policy at the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), Germany

MIYAKE Hirofumi

MIYAKE HirofumiDeputy Director-General for International Trade Policy, METI, Japan

Jacques GERBER

Jacques GERBERFederal Council Delegate for Ukraine, AmbassadorSwitzerland

Speaker

Representative of NB8 (tbc)

12 November

14:30-15:45

FINANCING INDUSTRIAL CAPACITY & THE SUPPLY CHAIN

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Investing in the Energy Supply Chain. How can public, international, and private financing be combined to develop manufacturing capacity and a skilled workforce?

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International Financing Instruments for Ukrainian Businesses. How can the UIF, ECAs, IFIs, and banks expand access to financing?

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Energy Project Lending: From Exception to Standard Practice. How can financing energy projects become a standard banking product?

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From One-Off Projects to Scalable Investments. How can standardized procurement, manufacturing capacity, and investment portfolios be financed?

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Financial Barriers for International Businesses. What prevents manufacturers, technology suppliers, and EPC contractors from scaling up operations in Ukraine?

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Workforce Shortages: A Challenge for Energy Recovery. How can industrial development be combined with training skilled professionals?

Георгіос ГІАУРІС

moderatorOleg NeplyakhPartner, Head of Advisory, Head of Valuation, Head of Energy & Natural Resources, KPMG in Ukraine

Георгіос ГІАУРІС

Georgios GKIAOURISDirector, Head of Energy Europe, EBRD

Джонатан Ф. ТЕЙЛОР

Jonathan F. TAYLORAssociate General Counsel, Private Equity & Investment Funds, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation DFC

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative ofIFC (tbc)

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative ofkFW (tbc)

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative of UK Export Finance (UKEF) (tbc)

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative ofJSB "UKRGASBANK" (tbc)

Георгіос ГІАУРІС

moderatorOleg NeplyakhPartner, Head of Advisory, Head of Valuation, Head of Energy & Natural Resources, KPMG in Ukraine

Георгіос ГІАУРІС

Georgios GKIAOURISDirector, Head of Energy Europe, EBRD

Джонатан Ф. ТЕЙЛОР

Jonathan F. TAYLORAssociate General Counsel, Private Equity & Investment Funds, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation DFC

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative ofIFC (tbc)

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative ofkFW (tbc)

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative of UK Export Finance (UKEF) (tbc)

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative ofJSB "UKRGASBANK" (tbc)

12 November

16:00-16:30

BUILDING THE RIGHT SYSTEM | Live System Planning Test

How is Ukraine’s wartime experience reshaping our understanding of what a modern energy system should look like? How does resilience influence technology choices, infrastructure design, procurement, and investment decisions?
From theory to practice: During the interactive Live System Planning Test, speakers will evaluate hypothetical infrastructure investment scenarios using traditional criteria, then introduce resilience criteria to demonstrate how priorities and decisions on energy system development can change.

Денис ШМИГАЛЬ

moderatorOlga SavchenkoSenior Partner, Altelaw & Sempra Law Firm

Денис ШМИГАЛЬ

Serhiy NAZARENKOHead of the office for identification and countering threats, NPC Ukrenergo

Olena Kononenko

Oleksandr BOKANFounder and Director,Structum LLC

Денис ШМИГАЛЬ

moderatorOlga SavchenkoSenior Partner, Altelaw & Sempra Law Firm

Денис ШМИГАЛЬ

Serhiy NAZARENKOHead of the office for identification and countering threats, NPC Ukrenergo

Olena Kononenko

Oleksandr BOKANFounder and Director,Structum LLC

13 November

10:00 - 16:00

13 November

10:00-10:50

SECURING ENERGY FLOWS | Practical Infrastructure and Commercial Solutions for Oil and Gas

Session Partner

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A partnership platform connecting Ukrainian energy companies, international manufacturers, EPC contractors and investors to develop commercially viable gas infrastructure projects and strengthen Ukraine's winter resilience.

Джеффрі ПАЄТТ

ModeratorGeoffrey PYATTSenior Managing Director for Energy and Critical Minerals at McLarty Associates, Former Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources

Сергій ФЕДОРЕНКО

Sergii FEDORENKOActing Chief Executive Officer, Executive Board Member, Chief Commercial Officer, Naftogaz

Наталія БОЙКО

Nataliya BOYKOGeneral Director, Gas TSO of Ukraine

Стюарт ТЕСТАР

Stuart TESTARDirector, Government Affairs & Public Policy, Europe & Caspian, Baker Hughes

Стюарт ТЕСТАР

Marcus LIPPOLDTeam Leader Energy, Transport, Agri, Environment, Climate & Green Deal, Ukraine Service, DG ENEST

Джеффрі ПАЄТТ

ModeratorGeoffrey PYATTSenior Managing Director for Energy and Critical Minerals at McLarty Associates, Former Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources

Сергій ФЕДОРЕНКО

Sergii FEDORENKOActing Chief Executive Officer, Executive Board Member, Chief Commercial Officer, Naftogaz

Наталія БОЙКО

Nataliya BOYKOGeneral Director, Gas TSO of Ukraine

Стюарт ТЕСТАР

Stuart TESTARDirector, Government Affairs & Public Policy, Europe & Caspian, Baker Hughes

Стюарт ТЕСТАР

Marcus LIPPOLDTeam Leader Energy, Transport, Agri, Environment, Climate & Green Deal, Ukraine Service, DG ENEST

13 November

11:00-12:00

THE GRID BEHIND RECOVERY. From Risk Assessment to Financing Resilience

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New Threats, New Standards for Energy System Resilience. How can power grids be protected against ongoing physical and hybrid attacks?

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What Is the Cost of Energy Resilience? From risk assessment to the real costs of protection, critical equipment, and restoration.

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Investing in Resilience: Who Pays and How? Regulatory mechanisms, economically justified costs, and tariff policies.

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From Emergency Aid to Systematic Financing. How can tariff revenues, donor support, concessional financing, and international investment be combined?

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Scaling Up Investment in Grid Resilience. What transparency, risk assessment, and financing frameworks do international financial partners require?

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Energy Resilience in 2027: From Crisis Response to Long-Term Planning. What regulatory, financial, and methodological steps are needed to establish a sustainable financing model?

Віталій ЗАЙЧЕНКО

moderatorAnastasiia VERESHCHYNSKACEO, European-Ukrainian Energy Agency (EUEA)

Віталій ЗАЙЧЕНКО

Vitalii ZAICHENKOChairman of the Management Board, NPC Ukrenergo (tbc)

Віталій ЗАЙЧЕНКО

Serhiy NAZARENKOHead of the office for identification and countering threats, NPC Ukrenergo (tbc)

Артур ОГАДЖАНЯН

Artur OHADZHANYANStrategy and Transactions Director, Deloitte Ukraine

Адам БАЛОГ

Adam BALOGHHead of the Ukraine Support Task Force Unit, Energy Community Secretariat

Адам БАЛОГ

Representative ofNEURC (tbc)

Адам БАЛОГ

Representative of European Investment Bank (tbc)

Віталій ЗАЙЧЕНКО

ModeratorAnastasiia VERESHCHYNSKACEO, European-Ukrainian Energy Agency (EUEA)

Віталій ЗАЙЧЕНКО

Vitalii ZAICHENKOChairman of the Management Board, NPC Ukrenergo (tbc)

Віталій ЗАЙЧЕНКО

Serhiy NAZARENKOHead of the office for identification and countering threats, NPC Ukrenergo (tbc)

Артур ОГАДЖАНЯН

Artur OHADZHANYANStrategy and Transactions Director, Deloitte Ukraine

Адам БАЛОГ

Adam BALOGHHead of the Ukraine Support Task Force Unit, Energy Community Secretariat

Адам БАЛОГ

Representative ofNEURC (tbc)

Адам БАЛОГ

Representative of European Investment Bank (tbc)

13 November

12:10-12:50

NUCLEAR THAT DELIVERS. Building Ukraine’s Nuclear Supply Chain

A platform to foster international industrial cooperation, expand manufacturing localisation and integrate Ukrainian and international companies into the future nuclear supply chain.

Моніка СІЛЬВА

ModeratorMonika SILVADeputy Director General, Polish Chamber of Power Industry and Environmental Protection

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Alina BEGUN General Director, RPC Radiy

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Daniel S. LIPMANPresident, Global Business Initiatives, Westinghouse Electric Company LLC

Марк МАККОУЕН

Mark McCOWENEurope Execution Leader at GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy

Марк МАККОУЕН

Representative of NNEGC "Energoatom" (tbc)  

Марк МАККОУЕН

Representative of DG ENER (tbc)  

Моніка СІЛЬВА

ModeratorMonika SILVADeputy Director General, Polish Chamber of Power Industry and Environmental Protection

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Alina BEGUNGeneral Director, RPC Radiy

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Daniel S. LIPMANPresident, Global Business Initiatives, Westinghouse Electric Company LLC

Марк МАККОУЕН

Mark McCOWENEurope Execution Leader at GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy

Марк МАККОУЕН

Representative of NNEGC "Energoatom" (tbc)  

Марк МАККОУЕН

Representative of DG ENER (tbc)  

13 November

13:00-14:00

POWERING SYSTEM VALUE. Utility-Scale Generation, Storage and Flexibility

A platform showcasing practical business models, technologies and partnerships to accelerate the deployment of utility-scale generation, energy storage and flexibility solutions that strengthen the resilience and performance of Ukraine's power system.

Юлія БУРМІСТЕНКО

ModeratorAnna Szczodra Partner, Attorney-at-law, Co-Head of KPMG Law in Poland, Head of Energy Sector at KPMG CEE Region, KPMG in Poland

Юлія БУРМІСТЕНКО

Yulia BURMISTENKOHead of International Affairs, DTEK

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Bogdan SUKHETSKYICEO of PrJSC Ukrhydroenergo

Tetiana PETROVSKA

Tetiana PETROVSKACommercial Director at KNESS

Олена ТУРЕВИЧ

Olena TUREVYCHExternal Affairs Department Head of SPP Development

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Adomas AUDICKASDeputy Chairman of MHP's Board of Directors and CEO of MHP Verdant (tbc)

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Denys LIUBCHENKOCEO, SPETSZAHYST

Юлія БУРМІСТЕНКО

ModeratorAnna Szczodra Partner, Attorney-at-law, Co-Head of KPMG Law in Poland, Head of Energy Sector at KPMG CEE Region, KPMG in Poland

Юлія БУРМІСТЕНКО

Yulia BURMISTENKOHead of International Affairs, DTEK

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Bogdan SUKHETSKYICEO of PrJSC Ukrhydroenergo

Tetiana PETROVSKA

Tetiana PETROVSKACommercial Director at KNESS

Олена ТУРЕВИЧ

Olena TUREVYCHExternal Affairs Department Head of SPP Development

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Adomas AUDICKASDeputy Chairman of MHP's Board of Directors and CEO of MHP Verdant (tbc)

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Denys LIUBCHENKOCEO, SPETSZAHYST

13 November

14:10-15:00

FROM COMPLIANCE TO CAPITAL. Preparing Ukrainian Energy Companies for Sustainable Finance

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ESG as a Gateway to Investment. How can companies prepare their governance structures, environmental data, and internal processes to attract financing?

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What Do Investors Really Expect? Requirements from banks and international financial institutions that go beyond traditional ESG reporting.

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Ukraine’s Taxonomy: New Rules for Business. How can companies prepare for upcoming requirements while the regulatory framework is still being developed?

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Sustainable Finance: How Can Ukrainian Companies Gain Better Access? The role of government policy, international support, and market mechanisms.

Моніка СІЛЬВА

ModeratorRepresentative of Ukraine Energy Initiative Coalition (tbc)

Юлія БУРМІСТЕНКО

Aron KERPEL-FRONIUSEnergy Adviser - EU Delegation to Ukraine

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Oleksii RIABCHYNNaftogaz Group Chief International and Sustainability Officer, Naftogaz

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Dmytro SYCHGreen Finance Manager, Green Transition Office

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative of Ministry of Economy and Environment of Ukraine (tbc)

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative of European Investment Bank (tbc)

Моніка СІЛЬВА

ModeratorRepresentative of Ukraine Energy Initiative Coalition (tbc)

Юлія БУРМІСТЕНКО

Aron KERPEL-FRONIUSEnergy Adviser - EU Delegation to Ukraine

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Oleksii RIABCHYNNaftogaz Group Chief International and Sustainability Officer, Naftogaz

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Dmytro SYCHGreen Finance Manager, Green Transition Office

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative of Ministry of Economy and Environment of Ukraine (tbc)

Богдан СУХЕЦЬКИЙ

Representative of European Investment Bank (tbc)

13 November

15:10-16:00

FROM BACKUP POWER TO A DISTRIBUTED ENERGY MARKET. Monetizing Self-Generation, Aggregation and Microgrids

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Distributed Energy: Where Are the Opportunities for Private Investors? Financing, regulatory incentives, and opportunities for distributed generation, energy storage, aggregation, and microgrids.

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Investing in Energy Projects in High-Risk Regions. How can investment incentives accelerate deployment in frontline areas while maintaining commercial viability?

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Successful Business Models: From Local Solutions to Scale. Which models are already commercially viable in Ukraine, and how can they be adapted for different consumer groups?

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From Manufacturer to End User: How Can Market Growth Be Accelerated? Stronger partnerships, local installation and maintenance expertise, and lower implementation costs.

Моніка СІЛЬВА

ModeratorMark MAGELETSKYDeputy Head Ukraine, Sustainable Infrastructure, EBRD

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Valentyna MOSKALENKODeputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine (TBC)

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Igor PETRYKMarket Development Director, Wärtsilä Energy

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Vyacheslav MARCHENKOManaging Director Ukraine, Siemens Energy Global GmbH & Co. KG

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Andrii Konstantynov Head of Manufacturing Client Services Department, JSC PrivatBank

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Yevhen Khymoroda Head of Sales Department, KTS-Engineering.

Моніка СІЛЬВА

ModeratorMark MAGELETSKYDeputy Head Ukraine, Sustainable Infrastructure, EBRD

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Valentyna MOSKALENKODeputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine (TBC)

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Igor PETRYKMarket Development Director, Wärtsilä Energy

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Vyacheslav MARCHENKOManaging Director Ukraine, Siemens Energy Global GmbH & Co. KG

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Andrii Konstantynov Head of Manufacturing Client Services Department, JSC PrivatBank

Деніел С. ЛІПМАН

Yevhen Khymoroda Head of Sales Department, KTS-Engineering

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    Exhibition of construction and energy solutions

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    European Union – Ukraine Investment Conference

    Energy Conference Energy in Action: Building the Energy System That Works

    Communities Marathon

    Aid & Development MeetUp

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    Exhibition of construction and energy solutions

    Official Opening

    European Union – Ukraine Investment Conference

    Energy Conference Energy in Action: Building the Energy System That Works

    Communities Marathon

    Aid & Development MeetUp

    Recovery Construction Forum 5.0

    National Pavilion "Ukraine and Its Communities"

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    Exhibition of construction and energy solutions

    Official Opening

    European Union – Ukraine Investment Conference

    Energy Conference Energy in Action: Building the Energy System That Works

    Communities Marathon

    Aid & Development MeetUp

    Solar BESS GRID Forum

    National Pavilion "Ukraine and Its Communities"

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    Exhibition of construction and energy solutions

    Official Opening

    European Union – Ukraine Investment Conference

    Energy Conference Energy in Action: Building the Energy System That Works

    Communities Marathon

    Aid & Development MeetUp

    Water Recovery Forum

    National Pavilion "Ukraine and Its Communities"

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This ticket provides access to:

    Exhibition of construction and energy solutions

    Official Opening

    European Union – Ukraine Investment Conference

    Energy Conference Energy in Action: Building the Energy System That Works

    Communities Marathon

    Aid & Development MeetUp

    Recovery Construction Forum 5.0

    Solar BESS GRID Forum

    Water Recovery Forum

    National Pavilion "Ukraine and Its Communities"

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    Exhibition of construction and energy solutions

    Official Opening

    European Union – Ukraine Investment Conference

    Energy Conference Energy in Action: Building the Energy System That Works

    Communities Marathon

    Aid & Development MeetUp

    National Pavilion "Ukraine and Its Communities"

    Meeting Point | Lounge

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This ticket is free of charge and available exclusively to representatives of official government delegations, ministries, public authorities, embassies and other diplomatic missions.

    Exhibition of construction and energy solutions

    Official Opening

    European Union – Ukraine Investment Conference

    Energy Conference Energy in Action: Building the Energy System That Works

    Communities Marathon

    Aid & Development MeetUp

    National Pavilion "Ukraine and Its Communities"

    Meeting Point | Lounge

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Venue: Expo XXI
Address of the exhibition center:
Ui. Pradzynskiego 12/14, 01-222 Warsaw, Poland
Exhibition schedule for visitors:
12 NovemberStart of registration: 08:30Exhibition is open: 09:30 – 18:00
13 NovemberStart of registration: 08:30Exhibition is open: 09:30 – 17:00