Solarplaza Summit | Romania

Valeriu Binig is an energy sector specialist with some 40 years of experience covering top utility companies management and administration, consultancy, investment funds management, education, management of European Commission assistance programs and others. Former Big 4 Director and Partner, he brings over 17 years in corporate finance and management consulting for the energy sector. He focuses his efforts on strategic leadership and influencing national, regional or EU energy policies using his experience and position in various advocacy organisations.

Irene is a policy expert focused on accelerating the efficient development of solar power and its associated value chain within the Romanian and European energy landscapes. With a background in International Relations, Political Science, and European Studies, she coordinates policy framework development to support critical initiatives such as the expansion of utility-scale capacity and the establishment of a circular economy through PV recycling infrastructure. Her work involves fostering dialogue between grid operators, authorities, and industry stakeholders to streamline regulatory processes, advocate for stable legislative frameworks, and enhance the regional PPA market.

Daniel is a seasoned energy professional and the founder of SolarCap Investments, where he specializes in navigating the complex regulatory and strategic landscape of the Central and Eastern European (CEE) energy markets. With over 20 years of experience in project development and investment advisory, he has played a pivotal role in the expansion of renewable energy capacity across the region, focusing on utility-scale solar, wind, and storage integration. Daniel’s expertise lies in bridging the gap between high-level policy shifts and practical project execution, providing lead advisory services that cover the entire lifecycle of energy assets from origination to grid connection. An advocate for regional energy security, he frequently collaborates with international investors and local stakeholders to implement stable frameworks that drive the green transition in emerging markets.

Daniel is a structured finance expert and CFA charterholder who specializes in funding the Romanian green energy transition. Leading the Financing & Advisory team at UniCredit Bank Romania, he structures complex financial solutions—such as project finance, acquisition finance, and syndicated loans—to support the expansion of regional renewable capacity. Daniel plays a critical role in the market by overseeing landmark multi-million euro transactions for utility-scale solar portfolios and corporate ESG initiatives. By combining deep local market knowledge with international banking frameworks, he helps developers and investors secure the strategic capital necessary to build, operate, and scale clean energy infrastructure across the region.

With a background in mechanical engineering and previous leadership roles in construction across six European markets, Sebastiaan combines technical insight with commercial leadership to accelerate energy transition efforts globally. Sebastiaan drives international expansion and investor engagement for ion Ventures to scale clean energy solutions with a particular focus on Europe.

George is a power systems engineer with over a decade of experience in grid access, network development, and renewable energy integration. In his current role, he oversees the connection of new clean energy assets to the distribution grid in Romania. Previously, he held leadership positions at major utilities such as Electrica and Enel Group, where he managed large-scale investment portfolios and directed the grid connection of numerous wind and solar projects. Holding a Master’s degree in Advanced Technologies for Power Systems from the University Politehnica of Bucharest and an MBA in Energy Business, George specializes in bridging technical engineering with investment planning to efficiently support the region's energy transition.

Rafał is a seasoned investment bank expert with over 25 years of professional experience in strategy consulting, mergers and acquisitions, debt advisory as well as equity capital markets. He leads the Energy and Infrastructure CEE Team at Jones Lang LaSalle where he specializes in cross border M&A transaction across the whole CEE region. By combining deep local market knowledge with international investors’ framework, he helps developers and investors securing the capital necessary to develop, build and operate renewable energy projects across the region. He focuses on onshore wind, BESS and solar PV technologies with over 3 GW of various projects transacted so far.

With nearly two decades of experience in structured finance, Teodor has built his expertise across corporate finance, M&A, and leveraged finance, including almost 13 years at BCR where he led project finance and leveraged finance transactions. He now applies that background to renewable energy project finance, bringing a strong banking perspective to how solar and storage projects get funded in the CEE region.

Corina is an experienced advisor with over two decades of expertise in the energy sector and sustainable business practices. She leads specialized teams to support companies through complex mergers, project financing, and regulatory changes. With a strong focus on the renewable energy transition, she helps businesses integrate climate action into their core operations to build resilient, compliant, and commercially viable models.

Adrian is an experienced engineering professional and certified energy auditor who specializes in managing complex energy and infrastructure projects. He brings a strong technical background in thermo-energetics to help clients navigate the energy transition and improve their operational efficiency. His work focuses on optimizing thermal systems, conducting detailed energy audits, and ensuring that new energy facilities meet strict regulatory and sustainability standards. By bridging the gap between technical engineering design and practical project execution, Adrian ensures that energy solutions are both commercially viable and built for long-term reliability.

Claudia specializes in funding large-scale infrastructure and renewable energy projects across Romania. She leads a team dedicated to structuring complex financial solutions, including non-recourse project finance and syndicated loans, to drive the country’s green energy transition. Combining deep local market expertise with international banking standards, she ensures the financial viability of utility-scale solar and storage assets.