SYMPOSIUM TOPIC AREAS

ENERGY

The Big Challenge for Cyprus

Energy issues are evolving into the greatest challenge for Cyprus.
Due to what has preceded — including significant delays in the arrival or utilization of natural gas, the construction of the LNG terminal in Vasilikos, the implementation of the Cyprus–Greece–Israel electricity interconnection, and the liberalization of the electricity market — the time has come for Cyprus to make decisive choices about its energy future.

For this reason, this year’s 13th Cyprus Energy Symposium carries the theme:
“Time for Action in Energy.”

MAIN TOPIC

CYPRUS ENERGY SYMPOSIUM — A REFERENCE POINT

For 13 consecutive years, the Cyprus Energy Symposium has provided answers to the critical questions shaping the country’s energy future.
Through key presentations, debates, exchange of views, and its annual conclusions, the Symposium has established itself as the most important gathering for energy developments in Cyprus.

With the consistent participation of senior officials from Cyprus, Greece, and abroad (including the USA, Israel, Egypt, and others), as well as academics, technocrats, and representatives of international oil and gas companies, the Symposium has shaped the country’s energy roadmap and set the course for the next strategic moves.

Its wide media coverage — from Cyprus, Greece, and international outlets — ensures that the key messages regarding Cyprus’ energy sector are clearly communicated.

Those who have attended previous editions, jointly organized by the Institute of Energy for South-East Europe (IENE) and FMW Financial Media Way, acknowledge the event as the central reference point for Cyprus’ energy affairs.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ENERGY SYMPOSIUM

Since its inception, now marking 13 years of continuous presence, the Cyprus Energy Symposium has played a crucial role in informing and educating the public about developments in the energy sector.

With its main objective being the promotion of Cyprus’ energy planning and the optimal exploitation of its natural gas reserves, the Symposium provides a technocratic perspective on the next strategic steps for the country’s energy future.

Through its broad participation, it creates two-way communication channels between the government, academia, technocrats, and the wider public.

The government’s efforts to advance its energy strategies, the geopolitical realignments, and Turkey’s provocative stance on Cyprus’ energy plans form a complex puzzle — one that will be at the heart of this year’s Symposium.

SYMPOSIUM AGENDA

Specifically, the agenda of the 13th Cyprus Energy Symposium includes:

  • Geopolitical and energy realignments in Europe and the wider region.

  • Cyprus’ next steps in the exploration and exploitation of hydrocarbons, in light of the latest developments.

  • The results and prospects of regional energy cooperation.

  • The high cost of energy in Cyprus.

  • The role and significance of natural gas resources in the energy transition.

  • Energy companies’ investments in the Eastern Mediterranean.

  • Plans for natural gas pipeline infrastructure from the Mediterranean to Europe.

  • The creation of the Cyprus–Greece–Israel electricity interconnection.

The Symposium will focus on natural gas, oil, electricity, Renewable Energy Sources (RES), and Energy Efficiency.

SPEAKERS

At this year’s Cyprus Energy Symposium, as every year, the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, the President of the House of Representatives, Ms. Annita Demetriou, the Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry, Mr. George Papanastasiou, the Minister of Environment and Energy of Greece, representatives from the Energy Ministries of Israel and Egypt, foreign ambassadors, representatives of foreign companies involved in Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), senior executives of international energy companies, academics, and distinguished personalities from the political, economic, and business sectors of Cyprus, Greece and abroad will attend and address the event.

MEDIA COVERAGE

As every year, this year too, the Sponsors and Supporters of the Cyprus Energy Symposium will benefit from extensive exposure by the media of Cyprus, Greece and abroad, through social media, newsletters about the Symposium, targeted e-mail campaigns, and relevant advertising in the media.

ΠΡΟΓΡΑΜΜΑ ΣΥΜΠΟΣΙΟΥ

13th Energy Symposium
08:30-09:00 - Registration/Arrival
09:00-09:15

Welcome Address by the Organizers

Moderator: Andria Zamani, Journalist

  • Mr. Costis Stambolis, Chairman and Executive Director of IENE
  • Mr. Iosif Iosif, CEO of FMW Financial Media Way

09:15-09:30

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:

  • Mr. Nikos Christodoulides, President of the Republic of Cyprus

09:30-10:45

Greetings

Moderator: Mr. Iosif Iosif, CEO of FMW Financial Media Way

  • Mr. George Papanastasiou, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry
  • Mr. Stavros Papastavrou, Minister of Environment and Energy of Greece
  • Mr. Manos Manousakis, Chairman and CEO of IPTO
  • Mr. Phivos Stasopoulos, General Manager, Large Corporate Banking Division, Eurobank Limited – Eurobank Representative
  • Mr. Andreas Andreou, Deputy Secretary General of CCCI

10:45-11:45

1st Session: Energy – Geostrategic Policies

Moderator: Mr. Costis Stambolis, Chairman and Executive Director of IENE

  • Ambassadors of Foreign Countries
  • Mr. Mathios Rigas, CEO, Energean
  • Dr. Andreas Poullikkas, Professor of Energy Systems, Frederick University

11:45-12:00 Coffee - Break
12:00-13:15

2nd Session: New Developments in the Electricity Market

Moderator: Mr. Nikos Sofianos, Independent Energy Consultant, Chairman of the RES Committee, Secretary General & Board Member, IENE

  • Mr. George Petrou, Chairman of EAC
  • Mr. Konstantinos Varnavas, Electricity Market Operation Manager, Transmission System Operator Cyprus
  • Mr. Nicos Trypatsas, Deputy General Manager, CSE
  • Mr. Georgios Chrysochos, President, Cyprus Electricity Market Association
  • Mr. Pavlos Liassides, Energy Commissioner, DISY

13:15-14:15

3rd Session: Energy Planning in the Hydrocarbons Sector

Moderator: Mr. Iosif Iosif, CEO, FMW Financial Media Way

  • Mr. George Ashikalis, Chairman, Cyprus Natural Gas Public Company
  • Dr. Konstantinos Nikolaou, Petroleum Geologist & Energy Economist
  • Mr. Charles Ellinas, CEO & Founder, EC Natural Hydrocarbons Company Ltd
  • Mr. Ernestos Sarris, Assistant Professor specializing in hydrocarbon exploration at the School of Geology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, and Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering, Oil & Gas and Civil Engineering Programme, University of Nicosia

14:15-15:15 Lunch
15:15-16:15

4th Session: Renewable Energy Sources and Energy Efficiency

Moderator: Mr. Costis Stambolis, Chairman and Executive Director, IENE

  • Mr. Nikos Sofianos, Independent Energy Consultant, Chairman of the RES Committee, Secretary General & Board Member, IENE
  • Mr. Fanos Karantonis, Chairman, Cyprus Association of Renewable Energy Enterprises
  • Ms. Chryso Sotiriou, Board Member, Cyprus Hydrogen Association (CYHA)
  • Ms. Anthi Charalambous, Director, ideopsis Ltd

16:15-16:40

Discussion

 
16:40-16:45

Closing Remarks by Mr. Costis Stambolis, Chairman and Executive Director, IENE

SPEAKERS

ORGANIZERS

IENE

The Institute of Energy of South East Europe (ΙΕΝΕ) has its headquarters in Athens. It is the leading non-profit organization that studies energy matters in Greece and SE Europe and provides qualified information to stakeholders and the public.

Running and attending dozens of scientific conferences, publications, lectures and information activities, the IENE constantly discusses and presents the energy related developments in Greece, Cyprus and many other countries of the region.

FMW Financial Media Way

The Company FMW Financial Media Way is active in the fields of communication and publicity, specialized publications (printed and electronic), advertising and conferences. With offices in Cyprus and Greece, FMW offers services to a wide range of large companies and organizations from both countries. Apart from the Energy Symposium, it has organized several specialized conferences on Economy, Investments, Unemployment, Casinos, etc. in Cyprus and Greece.

SPEAKERS OF THE 12TH ENERGY SYMPOSIUM