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Events offer journalists the opportunity to learn, share and connect with sources and colleagues. At Clean Energy Wire, we collect all online webinars, gatherings, meetings and conferences on energy transition, climate policy, journalistic insights and other interesting topics. You can find the list below - and do get in touch if any events are missing!

LAST UPDATE 10/04
[Updated with webinars from FSR, CGEP, Aurora Energy Research, WR, UNEP Finance InitiativeI]

15/04, 14.00 CEST	Webinar - Stronger NDCs With Cities, States, and Regions Organiser: World Resources Institute (WRI) National governments can strengthen their climate commitments by better integrating cities, states, and regions. Stronger NDCs from Cities, States, and Regions: Recommendations for National Governments outlines key strategies for enhancing Nationally Determined Contributions through multilevel partnerships. This webinar will present key takeaways from the working paper and feature insights from consultation workshops held in Colombia and Kenya, where local governments and stakeholders discussed opportunities and challenges for more ambitious and inclusive climate action. Speakers will highlight the role of multilevel partnerships in enhanced ambition and implementation. You can find more information and register via this link.
15/04, 16.00 CEST	Webinar - Heat pumps as pillars of resilient energy future Organiser: Agora Energiewende Widely used in cooling, refrigeration and in heating buildings and water, heat pumps are a proven technology. But to replace the fossil fuels that currently meet most global heating demand, the deployment of clean technologies like heat pumps must accelerate significantly. This is essential to meet global climate and energy goals. Join us to hear from international experts offering technical guidance to policymakers on how to scale up heat pump markets to deliver the greatest climate and consumer benefits. The session will feature an updated “heat pump toolkit” for policymakers and insights into policies which could support EU-wide efforts to accelerate the transition to clean heating. The presentation will be followed by a panel discussion and a Q&A session with the audience. You can find more information here and register via this link.
15/04, 16.00 CET	Webinar - Navigating the climate landscape in Asia Pacific: Climate mitigation strategies for banks in the region Organiser: UNEP Finance Initiative Tackling climate mitigation represents a multifaceted and multi-year transformation for banks in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, impacting every single aspect of their business and operating models. Through initiatives like the UN Principles for Responsible Banking and the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, many APAC banks have started taking the required steps towards climate mitigation by building a baseline of climate capabilities and setting climate targets in line with their national jurisdictions. However, with evolving standards, methodologies, public policies, and regulations, the path forward remains dynamic, and approaches vary significantly across different banks. This webinar will provide participants with the opportunity to learn about the Climate Mitigation Journey—a climate strategy asset that outlines all the business capabilities banks need to build and iterate over the coming years to align their financing with the Paris Agreement. The session will take a specific focus on APAC's challenges, opportunities, and practical implications related to decarbonization including: • Examining current emissions breakdown • The evolving regulatory & disclosure landscape • Emerging climate trends You can find more information and register via this link.
15/04, 16.00 CEST	Webinar - Aurora’s Korean Power & Renewable Market Forecast briefing—April 2025 release Organiser: Aurora Energy Research Join us for a webinar on the Korean energy transition. The session will present our view on the current power landscape, outlining key policies and developments to date, and examining its impact on wholesale price projections. It will also include forecasts for capacity and generation growth by technology, considering real-world frictions and nuances. You can find more information here and register via this link.
16/04, 11.00 CEST	Webinar - Advancing climate mitigation capabilities of banks in Africa & Middle East: Insights on challenges & opportunities from banks in the region Organiser: UNEP Finance Initiative Through the UN Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) many banks from Africa and the Middle East (AME) have started building a baseline of climate capabilities as well as setting their climate commitments and initial targets. Banks from the region are also seizing the commercial opportunities presented by sustainable finance in various climate mitigation sectors, including in renewable energy, green hydrogen, clean transportation, renewable-powered sea-water desalination projects, etc. However, with evolving regulations and public policies, further progressing of climate mitigation efforts requires continual strategic transformations and internal technical capacities development. This webinar will provide the opportunity for participants to learn from the experiences of leading financial institutions from the region as they showcase their climate mitigation efforts and engage in a peer-to-peer exchange on challenges ahead and opportunities from local and regional perspectives. It will provide an understanding of: the approaches different AME banks have taken towards climate mitigation, including considerations of the evolving regulations and policies. the foundational work banks have completed to develop an operational capacity for climate mitigation, including on climate risk management, impact analysis, and climate reporting. the ways banks evaluate how climate change impacts their operations and portfolios across business lines and sectors, in alignment with the climate priorities outlined in NDCs and client/stakeholder needs. You can find more information here and register via this link.
17/04, 15.00 CEST	Webinar - Sailing Towards Decarbonization: Mobilizing Green Shipping Ambition in 2025 Organiser: World Resources Institute (WRI) Global emissions from shipping vessels account for approximately 3% of total greenhouse gas emissions each year, making the maritime industry equivalent to the sixth largest greenhouse gas emitting country. In recent years, the Our Ocean Conference (OOC) has been a key annual platform for major ambitious announcements related to maritime decarbonization, including establishing green shipping corridors, innovations in fuel and electrification, greening port infrastructure, and increasing efficiency. The tenth OOC, to be hosted by the Republic of Korea in Busan from April 28-30, 2025, will capitalize on this sustained ambition by featuring a special focus on both green shipping and technological innovations. In advance of the 2025 OOC, this webinar will bring together key stakeholders from the global shipping ecosystem to discuss innovative measures they are taking to green the industry. Panelists will discuss key opportunities and challenges related to maritime decarbonization, the role of voluntary commitment platforms like the OOC in driving progress, and the role of international, regional, and domestic regulatory frameworks. The webinar, hosted by the World Resources Institute with Ocean Conservancy, will include representatives from diverse perspectives, including government, ports, non-governmental organizations, philanthropy, and the private sector. You can find more information and register via this link.
18/04, 16.00 CEST	Webinar - Ukraine Peace Talks: How Energy is Taking Center Stage Organiser: The Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) Geopolitical dynamics of the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia are evolving and changing almost daily, with energy taking a central role in conversations about the pursuit of peace. The avoidance of damage to critical infrastructure and energy infrastructure has become increasingly central to talks, as have US-Ukraine conversations about critical minerals, which has become a key component of any negotiations on US aid to Ukraine. Questions remain about what resources the US wants, what Ukraine can provide, and whether minerals can feasibly be extracted from Ukraine. Overall, energy resources and critical minerals continue to play a prominent role in the potential for de-escalation or a peaceful resolution to the war. You can find more information here and register via this link.
28/04, 14.00 CEST	Webinar - The EU vision on sustainability in agriculture Organiser: Florence School of Regulation (FSR) On 19 February 2025, the European Commission released its Vision on Agriculture and Food, outlining its strategy for the future use of chemicals such as pesticides and fertilisers. The strategy includes aligning production standards for imported products with EU environmental and animal welfare values. The Commission proposes banning the most hazardous substances—already prohibited within the EU—from entering the internal market via imports. An Impact Assessment will be launched in 2025 to evaluate the effects on competitiveness and international relations, with legal proposals to follow if necessary. The EU is also working to reduce harmful substances by promoting the use of biological and low-risk alternatives and establishing a fast-track approval process for such products. The Commission further plans to address the export of hazardous chemicals, including pesticides, banned within the EU. This webinar will bring together experts to examine the EU’s agro-chemical strategy from scientific, practical, and policy perspectives. Speakers will explore the implications for European farmers, industry stakeholders, and global trade relations. The discussion will address how these measures can shape future agricultural and food systems and their broader environmental impact. Organised as an online event, the webinar will feature expert presentations followed by a Q&A session. It is open to scholars, professionals, and experts in agriculture, environmental policy, and international trade, particularly those interested in agro-chemical regulation and sustainability. You can find more information here and register via this link.
30/04, 09.00 CEST	Webinar - The Clean Industrial Deal: turning strategy into impact Organiser: Florence School of Regulation (FSR) This online debate will explore: How the Clean Industrial Deal can be effectively implemented and monitored at the EU and national level The roles of industry, Member States, and institutions in translating strategy into action How monitoring frameworks, KPIs, and cross-sectoral dialogue can support adaptive policy and investment. On February 26, 2025, the European Commission adopted its landmark Clean Industrial Deal (CID) Communication – an ambitious initiative to drive decarbonization and strengthen the competitiveness of European industry. Delivered within the first 100 days of the new Commission, the CID underscores a commitment to boosting innovation, sustainability, and economic resilience across the EU. You can find more information here and register via this link.
30/04,16.00CEST	Webinar - New trends for electricity regulation until 2050, the cases of US & UK Organiser: Florence School of Regulation (FSR) At the end of the 20th century, electricity regulation evolved to accommodate the creation of wholesale and retail markets. Today, it faces new challenges as the energy transition accelerates. How does it react regarding the frame of regulation to the growing prospects of energy transition? Can insights from the US and UK provide guidance on the future direction of electricity regulation concerned with Climate Change? Is the new presidency of Donald Trump already revisiting the recent past or the main trends? Has the UK reached a new consensus equilibrium, or not? In the newly published Handbook on Electricity Regulation, Paul Joskow (MIT), Michael Pollitt (Cambridge), and Jean-Michel Glachant (FSR) review the evolving landscape of Electricity Regulation, addressing the challenges of climate change and the path to Net Zero. You can find more information here and register via this link.