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Anne Weidenbach

Member of the Cabinet of the Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson | European Commission Brussels, Belgium

Biography

Anne Weidenbach is a Cabinet Member of Commissioner Simson in charge of energy efficiency and energy storage after working as policy officer in DG ENER (Energy Efficiency). Prior to joining the EC, she was assistant head of section at the German Federal Regulatory Authority in the area of energy. Anne holds a MA degree in European Integration Law.

Sessions

11:00h

High-Level Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

Cities Fighting to Curb the Climate Emergency

Lauren Sorkin Resilient Cities Network Executive Director Chair

Anne Weidenbach European Commission Member of the Cabinet of the Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson Speaker

Anna Lisa Boni Municipality of Bologna Deputy Mayor Speaker

Susana Pelegrín Preixens FCC Medio Ambiente Head of Sustainability, Quality and Environment Speaker

Carlos Moreno Pantheon-Sorbonne University’s ETI Lab Scientific Director Speaker

David Grover ROSHN Group Company GCEO Speaker

#Climate Emergency, #Energy Transition, #Urban Resilience

07-11-2023 11:00 07-11-2023 11:50 Europe/Madrid Cities Fighting to Curb the Climate Emergency

Urban centers are leading the path to secure a more sustainable future through innovative policies, renewable energy adoption, and sustainable urban planning. Despite their efforts, the path towards reducing emissions and building resilient, eco-friendly communities is demanding, requiring the concerted efforts of all city stakeholders. How are cities navigating these challenges to take a stand against the climate emergency?

Hall 1 | Auditorium

Tue 7 11:00h - 11:50h Hall 1 | Auditorium Full Congress & Tomorrow.Mobility & Tomorrow.Building Passes

16:35h

Thematic Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

Creating Irresistible Climate-Neutral Cities

Birgit Vandevelde VITO / Smart Cities Marketplace Project Coordinator Chair

Anne Weidenbach European Commission Member of the Cabinet of the Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson Speaker

Matjaz Rakovec City of Kranj Mayor Speaker

Valentina Cabal Jaramillo GNE Finance EU Advisory Director Speaker

Kimmo Viljamaa City of Vantaa Economic Development Director Speaker

Joost Beunderman Dark Matter Laboratories Director Speaker

Ondřej Rys City of Kladno Councillor Speaker

08-11-2023 16:35 08-11-2023 17:35 Europe/Madrid Creating Irresistible Climate-Neutral Cities

Cities have a strategic advantage for improving quality of life. They contribute 70%+ of global CO2 emissions, house 75% of EU residents, and drive economic activity, knowledge, innovation, and technology. Despite facing barriers, cities lead in climate action. This session focuses on overcoming obstacles and establishing a European movement for sustainable urban solutions. It discusses cross-cutting approaches making climate neutrality irresistible for all stakeholders and unlocking benefits and accessibility.

Hall 2 | Congress Room: Green

Wed 8 16:35h - 17:35h Hall 2 | Congress Room: Green Full Congress Pass