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14–15 October 2026
Novi Sad, Serbia
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Programme 2026

Programme

14–15 October 2026 · Novi Sad, Serbia

The energy transition depends on two equally important forces: investment in strategic infrastructure and meaningful engagement at the local level.
This year’s programme brings these perspectives together through two complementary initiatives. Energy & Investment Days focuses on advancing
strategic energy and infrastructure projects by connecting governments, international financial institutions, investors, companies and project
developers. In parallel, the EUKI Final Conference highlights the role of energy communities, local partnerships and citizen participation in delivering
the transition on the ground.
Together, the two programmes reflect a shared objective: to accelerate a secure, resilient and inclusive energy transition by linking regional investment
priorities with local implementation and participation.
A particular ambition for 2026 is to strengthen connections between Southeast Europe and both European and U.S. investors, institutions and
companies, creating practical opportunities for cross-border investment and project development.

PRELIMINARY

Programme at a Glance

Day 2 — 15 October 2026

Financing the Energy Transition

09:30
Morning Coffee & Networking
Throughout the Day
Energy Technology Expo • Networking Lounge • B2B Matchmaking
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Panel Discussion
10:50 – 12:20 · Room 1

The Grid Ahead — Strategic Priorities for Western Balkan Power Systems

Moderator

Marko Gostović
Co-Founder and General Manager, PowerGrid Engineering

Panelists

Rade Mrdak
Advisor to the Minister, Ministry of Mining and Energy of the Republic of Serbia
Saša Popović
Acting General Director, ODS Elektrokrajina
Nebojša Vučinić
Director of the Development Division, Elektromreža Srbije
Irena Bašanović
Chief Engineer for Grid Development and Planning, CGES
Nikola Grubor
Deputy CEO, MT-KOMEX
Diego Rodas
Senior S&CS Manager – Federal Public Sector, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)
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Strategic Remarks
12:20 – 12:30 · Room 1

Powering the Digital Economy — Energy Security and Investment in the Western Balkans

Speaker

William Polen
Senior Director, United States Energy Association (USEA)
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Practical Discussion
13:30 – 14:30 · Room 1

Delivering the Grid Ahead: U.S. Technology and Project Delivery in the Western Balkans

A practical discussion on how U.S. expertise, technology and project delivery capabilities can support regional grid priorities — from project preparation and technology deployment to implementation and institutional cooperation.

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Featured Project Presentation
14:30 – 14:45 · Room 1

Tri-Generation at EXPO 2027

Presented by Energotehnika Južna Bačka — Institutional Partner

Project presentation focused on the integrated energy solution, technology approach and implementation of the Tri-Generation project at EXPO 2027.

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Featured Presentation
14:45 – 15:00 · Room 1

Multi-Level Medium-Voltage Network Management

Presented by EL PROMET d.o.o., Banja Luka

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Facilitated B2B Meetings
15:00 – 16:30 · Room 1

Pre-arranged meetings connecting: Utilities • Institutions • Investors • Technology Providers • Project Developers

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Panel Discussion
10:50 – 12:00 · Room 2

Energy Communities as Drivers of the Energy Transition

Key Topics

  • Development of energy communities in Serbia
  • Regulatory and institutional framework
  • Good practices and successful examples
  • Challenges and opportunities for further development
  • Role of citizens and local communities in the energy transition
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Partner Country Presentations
13:00 – 14:00 · Room 2

Italy • Hungary • Romania • Serbia

Experiences • Good Practices • Project Results • Lessons Learned

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Strategic Remarks
10:05 – 10:15 · Room 1

Serbia's Energy Priorities, Investment, and International Cooperation

Speaker

Jovana Joksimović
Assistant Minister for International Cooperation and European Integration, Ministry of Mining and Energy, Serbia
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Panel Discussion
10:15 – 11:50 · Room 1

Financing Strategic Energy Infrastructure

From Policy Priorities to Bankable Projects

Moderator

Bonnie Norman
President, E3 International

Panelists

Jovana Joksimović
Assistant Minister for International Cooperation and European Integration, Ministry of Mining and Energy, Serbia
Ognjen Popović
Assistant Minister, Ministry of Finance, Serbia
Mauro Di Veroli
Head of Cooperation, Delegation of the European Union to Serbia
Damien Sorrell
Head of the EIB Regional Hub for the Western Balkans, EIB Global
Matthew Andris
Economic Section Chief, U.S. Embassy Belgrade
Carsten Sandhop
Country Director, KfW Serbia
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Facilitated B2B Meetings
13:30 – 15:00 · Room 1

Pre-arranged meetings connecting: Utilities • Institutions • Investors • Technology Providers • Project Developers

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Working Session
13:30 – 15:00 · Room 2

Final Coordination Session of Project Partners

Project experiences • Lessons learned • Strategic Action Plan • Final activities • Next steps for continued cooperation

High-Value B2B Meetings

Pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings with investors, developers, financial institutions and technology providers.

Project Marketplace

Present investment-ready projects to a targeted audience of investors and strategic partners.

Partner Countries & Technologies

Discover opportunities, partners and innovative solutions from across Southeast Europe and beyond.

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BEC Connect

Thank you for your interest in BEC Connect, the digital matchmaking platform for Energy & Investment Days 2026.

The platform is currently in its final stage of development and preparation and will be available for participant registration shortly. Registered participants will receive access details and instructions as soon as the platform goes live.

In the meantime, if you would like to express your interest in participating, submit information about your project, or explore partnership and matchmaking opportunities, please contact us at:

We appreciate your interest and look forward to welcoming you to BEC Connect soon.