UN Global Compact Ukraine at COP29 – Panel Discussions and Partner Events

10.11.2024

UN Global Compact Ukraine is excited to announce a series of panels and events at COP29 in Baku, where we are organizing and partnering on pivotal discussions that will address sustainable development, energy resilience, and innovative solutions for a greener future. Our events bring together business leaders, policymakers, and experts committed to advancing sustainability goals amid complex global challenges.

Below is a full list of our scheduled events, including dates, times, and registration details. We look forward to welcoming you among our esteemed guests.

Building Resilient and Sustainable Supply Chains

This panel focuses on developing and implementing robust supply chain management strategies that ensure resilience in the short term and sustainability in the long term. Topics will cover international partnerships, expertise sharing, and best practices in sustainable business. Panelists will also discuss the role of the Ukraine Business Compact (UBC) in fostering global collaboration.

Moderator: Samir Mammadov, Executive Director, UN Global Compact Azerbaijan
Speakers:

Sarah Watt, VP Analyst, Gartner
Robert Metzke, SVP and Global Head of Sustainability, Royal Philips
Nicola Watkinson, Managing Director of International, TheCityUK
Oksana Prosolenko, Founder and CEO, I.P.Cert (online)
Jessica Franck, Principal, Deloitte Consulting

Date and Time: November 14, 2024, 11:00 – 11:55
Location: Baku Stadium, Ukraine Blue Zone Pavilion
Language: English
Register Here

Powering Ukraine’s Future: Financing Breakthrough in Energy Reconstruction

Join DTEK and other leaders in a discussion on the crucial role of clean energy in Ukraine’s post-war recovery. This panel will address challenges in rebuilding infrastructure, renewable energy strategies, and financing solutions for a sustainable energy future.

Speakers:

Maxim Timchenko, CEO, DTEK
Geoffrey Pyatt, Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Energy Resources
Roger Martella, Chief Sustainability Officer, GE Vernova
Additional speakers expected from the EU Commission, Ministry of Energy of Ukraine, EBRD, and more.

Date and Time: November 14, 2024, 12:00 – 13:00
Location: Baku Stadium, Ukraine Blue Zone Pavilion
Language: English
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Accelerating the Global Energy Transition Through International Partnerships

Explore the importance of international partnerships in accelerating the global energy transition. Panelists will discuss strategies for clean energy technologies, energy efficiency, and achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement through collaboration.

Speakers:

Gilles Vermot-Desroches, SVP Corporate Citizenship, Schneider Electric France, Former President, UNGC France
Roger Martella, Chief Sustainability Officer, GE Vernova
Nadiia Petruchenko, Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer, SPP Development Ukraine
Viktoriia Savitska, Chief of Sustainability & Strategic Engagement, Epicentr Group

Date and Time: November 16, 2024, 11:00 – 12:00
Location: Baku Stadium, Ukraine Blue Zone Pavilion
Language: English
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The Triangle of AI, Climate Action, and Human Rights

This panel will focus on leveraging AI to combat climate change and protect human rights. Experts will discuss AI-driven solutions to support vulnerable communities, ensure a just transition to a low-carbon economy, and advance sustainable growth.

Speakers:

Sarah Watt, VP Analyst, Gartner
Jon Erik Høgberg, Group COO, Itera ASA
Marta Trofimova, Head of Sustainability, KERNEL

Date and Time: November 15, 2024, 12:00 – 13:00
Location: Baku Stadium, UN Global Compact Pavilion
Language: English
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We invite journalists, partners, and attendees to join us for these insightful discussions on the path toward sustainable solutions for Ukraine and the world. Please register using the provided links for each event. We look forward to a productive dialogue with all participants at COP29.