Energy Dialogue in the Baltic Sea Region – Conference 6 May, Copenhagen

What are the visions for energy policy in the Baltic Sea Region? What is the new agenda for energy cooperation in the Baltic Sea Region? Coupling of energy security and energy efficiency. How are the EU-goals and initiatives aligned with regional priorities with regard to energy security in the Region, in terms of interconnectivity across borders, energy efficiency and diversification of supply? Considering geographical diversification and different political mandates, how does the region ensure the necessary co-operation for optimal resource use? How can industry and private sector be better involved in the regional energy plans?

Introduction:
Rasmus Helveg Petersen, Danish Minister for Climate, Energy and Building

Panel:
Martin Lidegaard, Danish Minister for Foreign Affairs
Edgars Rinkevics, Latvian Minister for Foreign Affairs
Peter Stenlund, Secretary of State, Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Mikael Eriksson, Ambassador for International Energy Affairs, Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Leiv Lunde, Director of Strategy, Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Comment:
Jukka Pertola, CEO, Siemens Denmark

Mapping the way ahead: What are the possible ways towards the regional energy goals? What are the trends and co-operation patterns in the energy field? What is the model for future cooperation in the Baltic Sea Region? Can the Nordic experience serve as inspiration? What needs to be done to reach the targets, ensure energy security, revitalize the economy and create green jobs?

Panel:
Hans Van Steen, Head of International Relations, DG ENERGY, European Commission
Hans Jørgen Koch, Executive Director, Nordic Energy Research
Preben Birr-Pedersen, CEO of CLEAN & Chairman for Innovation network Smart Energy
Magnus Rystedt, Managing Director, NEFCO
Pekka Salomaa, Director of Electricity Market, Finnish Energy Industries