Tuesday 26 May 2026
Registration & welcome coffee
Session 1
This presentation provides a high-level analysis of the Romanian renewable energy market in 2026, benchmarking progress against the newly adopted National Energy Strategy 2025-2035. It examines the shift from a subsidized market to a merchant-driven environment and benchmarks Romania’s attractiveness against its CEE neighbors.
This technical update focuses on the implications of the European Commission’s Network Code Requirements for Generators 2.0. It breaks down the mandatory capabilities for new projects, such as grid forming and inertia provision, and explains how these requirements influence CAPEX and technology choices for developers.
This panel brings together regulators, grid operators, and developers to discuss the practical realities of the new connection auctions and queue management. The discussion focuses on transparent solutions for securing grid access and the operational challenges of managing a congested network.
Morning networking break
Session 2
This presentation introduces the "Tolling" agreement structure, where an off-taker pays a fixed fee for the right to charge/discharge the battery. It explains how this model, which is more common in mature markets, can be applied in Romania to separate asset ownership from trading risk.
Addressing a specific need identified by the industry, this session introduces the concept of battery optimization services. It explains how algorithmic trading is essential for managing battery assets in the balancing market and bridging the gap between hardware installation and profit.
This panel explores the practical implementation of flexibility solutions. Speakers debate the current barriers to storage deployment, the readiness of the balancing market, and how technologies like storage and digitization contribute to overall grid resilience.
Networking lunch break
Session 3
This presentation outlines the evolving requirements of lenders and investors. It highlights the increased scrutiny on supply chain origins, particularly regarding Chinese technologies, and details the data access and transparency standards needed to reach financial close in 2026.
This session moves beyond the headlines of massive industrial deals to explore how mid-sized companies can access green energy. It analyzes the "sleeved" PPA structures and aggregation models that allow smaller buyers to pool demand, hedge against long-term volatility, and overcome the credit barriers that typically block them from signing bankable contracts.
A diverse group of financiers discusses the shifting investment landscape. The panel contrasts the risk appetites of commercial banks, private equity firms, and European funds, offering attendees a clear roadmap to funding their pipelines.
Afternoon networking break
Session 4
With the massive influx of renewables, Romania is poised to transition from a net importer to a net exporter. This presentation analyzes the commercial realities of cross-border trading with Hungary, Bulgaria, and Moldova, explaining how "Price Coupling" mechanisms allow local producers to capture value even during periods of domestic oversupply.
This visionary closing panel invites C-level executives to discuss the immediate steps required to transform Romania from a net importer into a provider of regional energy security, defining the long-term trajectory of the national energy sector. The conversation focuses on balancing the national grid to integrate massive renewable capacity while maintaining baseload stability through hydro and flexible generation. Furthermore, speakers will address the operational realities of cross-border integration and how to leverage Romania’s geopolitical position to support neighboring markets.
Networking drinks
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