Economic instruments and financing of environmental infrastructure

This session addresses the economic mechanisms and financial instruments that support investments in public service infrastructure, with the aim of achieving environmental objectives and ensuring environmental protection.

Invited institutions and organizations:

• Mihaela FRĂSINEANU, State Counsellor, Prime Minister’s Chancellery

• Mălin PAICU, Director, Environmental Fund Administration

• Adrian ȘTEFĂNESCU, Director, PNRR General Directorate, Ministry of Environment, Waters and Forests

• Cătălin SILEGEANU, Senator, Committee for Economic Affairs, Industries, Services, Tourism and Entrepreneurship, Senate of Romania

Waste-to-Energy (WtE): infrastructure for achieving the 2035 targets

Waste-to-Energy complements recycling and is essential for managing the unavoidable residual waste and for meeting landfill diversion targets. Romania needs regional WtE facilities based on high-efficiency technologies and operational transparency, in order to deliver measurable results and reduce pressure on landfills.

Invited institutions and organizations:

• Cecilia MARTIN, Director, Waste Management Directorate, MMAP

• Paolo CAMPANELLA, Secretary General, FEAD

• Roberto Andres LAZAROV, CEO, REPSAN ENERGY

• Dr. Ionel-Ilie CIUCLEA, President, ARSMD

• Gabriel MOICEANU, President, FADI

European funding and institutional support

This session is dedicated to European and international funding opportunities for environmental infrastructure, with a focus on mature projects, partnerships, and eligibility criteria. Public–Private Partnerships (PPP) are addressed as a viable financing solution for environmental infrastructure development.

Invited institutions and organizations:

• Aurel CIOBANU-DORDEA, Director, European Commission, DG Environment (online participation)

• Venera VLAD, Associate Director, Infrastructure Europe, EBRD

• Monika ROMENSKA, Director Public Affairs & Public Relations, EXPRA

• Iulia Teodora PAȘA, Director, Sustainable Development Directorate, BID

ESG in practice: from corporate reporting to real impact in public services

This session examines how ESG requirements influence the strategic decisions of large companies, their relationship with financiers, and their interaction with public services. From non-financial reporting and value-chain obligations to infrastructure investments, local partnerships, and measurable impact, the discussion brings together stakeholders who are expected to deliver tangible results—not just compliance.

Invited institutions and organizations:

• Mihaela FRĂSINEANU, State Counsellor, Prime Minister’s Chancellery

• Vasile-Ninel LAZĂR, Principal Sustainability Consultant, Environmental Strategies LLC

• Horia Matei BĂRDEANU, General Manager, GENESIS BIOPARTNER(TBD)

• Gabriel MOICEANU, Preșident, FADI

Event dedicated to VIP participants and international guests

An informal, decision-level dialogue aimed at strengthening relationships and fostering long-term collaboration.

EPR, Clearing House and efficient financing

This session examines the role of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) mechanisms and associated financial instruments in ensuring the efficient functioning of environmental systems.

Invited institutions and organizations:

• Cecilia MARTIN, Director, Waste Management Directorate, MMAP

• Aleksandra Anić VUCINIC, Member of the ISWA Board

• Ionuț GEORGESCU, CEO and Founder, FEPRA

• Monika ROMENSKA, Director Public Affairs & Public Relations, EXPRA

• Dr. Ionel-Ilie CIUCLEA, Preșident, ARSMD

• Steve CLAUS, Secretary General, Steel for Packaging Europe

Bioeconomy: a new perspective on resource management, circularity, resilience and sustainability

In line with the latest regulations and policy orientations adopted at the level of the European Union, as well as with the EU Bioeconomy Strategy adopted in 2025, this session addresses environmental topics through an integrated analysis of circular economy, resilience, climate change, and sustainability.

Invited institutions and organizations:

• Raul POP, State Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Waters and Forests
• Ileana FĂLCESCU, Department Director, RAMBOLL SOUTH EAST EUROPE
• Rodica Mihaela FRÎNCU, Director, Technology Transfer Center, ICECHIM
• Monica POPESCU, Project Lead – “The Role of Biotechnology in the Circular Economy”, HBP EKO

Digitalization and smart technologies applied in public services

This session presents examples of already implemented digital projects, functional solutions, and best practices that demonstrate the real impact of technology on the performance and efficiency of public services.

Invited institutions and organizations:

• Raul POP, State Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Waters and Forests

• Marius-Andrei MIFTODE, Undersecretary of State, Ministry of Economy, Digitalization, Entrepreneurship and Tourism (TBD)

• Cătălin SILEGEANU, Senator, Committee on Communications, Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence of the Senate of Romania

• Ciprian IOSEP, Preșident, GS1

• Ionuț ERIKSEN, Corporate Affairs and Communications Officer, FEPRA