A greener future at work: Climate Change Summit, the largest event in Central and Eastern Europe dedicated to climate change, focused on finding solutions applicable to many sectors, will take place from October 19 to 20 in Bucharest. Over two days, dozens of climate innovation and environmental policy leaders, researchers, entrepreneurs and government officials will join together to find local and regional solutions for a sustainable future. The event is open to the public and registration is available at environmentalchange-summit.org.

In its second edition, the Climate Change Summit project, organized by Social Innovation Solutions, an organization dealing with sustainable development, social impact and innovation, with the support of BRD Groupe Société Générale as initiator and founding partner, announces the opening of applications. session for those wishing to participate in the event. Registration is carried out by filling out the form, those who wish can physically visit the event on October 19-20, or online at Climachange-summit.org.

The Climate Change Summit is the first event of its kind in Romania, becoming an annual meeting place for entrepreneurs, government officials, researchers and civil society leaders who share a common vision for a greener future. Sustainable financing and the role that startups can play in the fight against climate change, sustainable solutions in energy, agriculture and food industry, the circular economy, modern technologies and the importance of biodiversity are just some of the topics on the agenda of the two editions of the event.

“We envisioned the Climate Change Summit as an open platform, a platform for debate and dialogue, bearing in mind that no one can propose a solution alone. We must be together, a united community with one goal: a sustainable future. This is a commitment that we must make both at the personal level, as individuals, and at the level of a company or institution. It is imperative that the way we live and the way we think about the economy be rethought through the lens of sustainability. Last year’s edition gave us hope for the public’s openness to these ideas, and we want to continue to build on this at the second edition of the Climate Change Summit, which I sincerely invite you to attend!”said Francois BlockCEO of BRD Groupe Société Générale.

“The future we envision requires everyone to take action on climate change, and the topic of climate change is increasingly being discussed in the public sphere. The second edition of the Summit will create an appropriate context for conversations focused on applied issues and solutions, conducted by local and international experts, representatives of the civil, business and institutional environment, business leaders and researchers. Recent years of global and regional crises have shown us how important it is to co-produce solutions for the future, and we are pleased to once again bring relevant international expertise to the Summit to build a sustainable future at home in Romania. “, Ciprian Stanescupresident and CEO of Social Innovation Solutions.

Among the 60 guests of the event are world leaders in this field, experts and entrepreneurs, such as Elina BardrumHead of International Relations, DG Climate, European Commission; Hans van der LooPresident of the Institute of Comprehensive Economic Research; Linda Zeilin,CEO and founder of the International Center for Sustainable Finance (ISFC); Peter AlvinFood and Land Use Program Manager, Planet Tracker; Georgia Elliott SmithManaging Director, Element Four, Paolo PiffarettiCEO of Carbon X; Francois Block, CEO of BRD Groupe Société Générale; CelineHummingbird–DuménilCSR Director, Auchan Retail International or Flavia Popa, Secretary General of BRD Groupe Société Générale.

The first Climate Change Summit took place in October 2022 and brought together more than 70 global speakers and approximately 1,200 participants for events, discussions and debates on future climate challenges and transformations in energy, the food chain, cities or policies. Nearly 1 million people also watched the live stream on Twitter and YouTube.

“We are pleased to be strategic partners at this particularly important event, which raises vital issues and focuses on solutions for sustainable development. Our shared mission is to inform and educate consumers and other stakeholders about the impacts of climate change. At the same time, we want to open new ways of communication and cooperation regarding the decarbonization of products with our partners. The main lever of action is to build a joint plan that sets new standards for sustainable practices in agriculture, ecological product design, renewable energy sources, combating food waste, efficient use of resources and circular economy projects.” stated Corina Dospinoiudirector of sustainable development of Auchan Romania, strategic partner of the event.

During the first Climate Change Summit, the Social Innovations Solutions team also carried out the largest forecasting study in Romania on climate change, resulting in 20 scenarios for 2030 and solutions for the most likely problems in the next eight years. In parallel, the Youth Ambassadors 4 Climate Action program took place, in which young entrepreneurs, leaders and experts explored the most sustainable solutions for a better future.

“Mastercard’s mission is to create a sustainable and inclusive economy. We believe in the principle of “power for good”, and all actions of the company are built in such a way as to contribute to the well-being of people and the prosperity of the planet. We are delighted to be participating in the Climate Change Summit for the second year in a row, because only by acting together, decisively and with vision, can we ensure a better future for future generations.“ stated Kosmin VladimirescuCEO of Romania and Croatia, Mastercard.

Climate Change Summit 2023 is organized Social innovative solutionsWith BRD Groupe Société Générale, Auchan Romania as a strategic partner, MasterCard – climate partner and supported by Société Générale Global Solution Center, European Climate Foundation and EPG. Organizational partners include Concordia Employers Confederation, Council of Foreign Investors, Romanian Business Leaders, Circular Economy Coalition, Embassy of Sustainable Development, WWF Romania, EFdeN, European Institute of Romania, Leaders Fund, Envisia, Europe Direct, GEYC, Romanian Youth Council, Carbon Expert , Infoclima, Valea Verde, Global Shapers Bucharest Hub, Solutions, French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Romania, Romanian-Greek Chamber of Commerce and media partners Hotnews and NewsEnergy.

About social innovative solutions

mission Social innovative solutions (SIS) is to support individuals and organizations in understanding the transformations of the future and the development of sustainable technologies, public policies and business solutions. SIS organizes several incubators and accelerators in Romania and Central and Eastern Europe, cooperating with several thousand SMEs and NGOs every year through programs such as the Academy of Sustainable Development, Future Creators and Transformer. SIS also develops several platforms to discuss issues of sustainable development, future trends and the circular economy, such as Future Summit, Sustainable Futures or Climate Change Summit, and offers consulting and training programs for managers in the field of forecasting, innovation and sustainable development.

About BRD Groupe Société Générale

BRD Groupe Société Générale is one of the leaders of the Romanian banking market. The bank manages a network of 451 branches and has total assets of 70.5 billion lei (as of March 30, 2023). BRD occupies a leading position in the retail market, is a leading player in the market of corporate banking services and a leader in the factoring market in Romania.

As a social actor, BRD invests in culture, education, technology and sports, supporting projects that build, develop, educate a new generation and bring long-term value. In accordance with this vision, Fundația9 was created, which coordinates the cultural journalism platform Scena9, as well as the Rezidenta9 cultural center in Bucharest. In education, BRD created Țoala9, a specialized journalism platform that supports programs that support the approach of teachers from the formal system, as well as plans, ideas and projects in the field of innovation and technology. The newest journalism platform launched by BRD is Mindcraft Stories, which aims to start a conversation about discoveries in Romania and the world, how technology affects our lives, artificial intelligence, robotics, medicine and much more.