Clean Energy 2024

08:30 - 09:30 | The event starts with a breakfast at Hall des Oliviers, La Bellevilloise.

09:30-09:40 | A welcoming opening with an introduction to the event and what is to come.

09:40 - 10:00 | Learn about the latest innovations, market dynamics, and projections shaping the renewable energy sector. The keynote will cover advancements in solar, wind, energy storage, and emerging technologies like hydrogen and bioenergy. Key trends in regulatory shifts, corporate sustainability commitments, and investment opportunities will be explored, offering a comprehensive overview of the renewable energy landscape.

10:00-10:45 | Dive into the challenges and opportunities of scaling renewable energy technologies like solar and wind. Discussions will focus on energy storage solutions, grid integration, and the role of corporate decarbonization efforts. The panel will explore the balance between risk and innovation, debating whether to focus on scaling proven technologies or embracing bold, disruptive innovations.

11:30 - 12:30 | An examination of the investment journey of healthcare startups from seed funding to potential exit strategies. Investors and corporate partners will discuss the key stages, from assessing innovation potential and navigating regulatory challenges to scaling for growth and strategic exits. A special focus will be placed on how corporate collaborations differ from traditional venture capital, emphasizing strategic alignment, regulatory readiness, and market scalability.

13:30 - 14:15 | This panel will explore how automation, IoT, and robotics are revolutionizing modern manufacturing with the objective to understand the risks and opportunities of technology integration. Case studies will illustrate how companies are integrating advanced technologies to enhance production efficiency, reduce costs, and increase flexibility. The panelists will provide actionable insights into the future of manufacturing and the competitive advantages of smart factory technologies.

14:15 - 15:30 | A panel discussion regarding the investment risks and rewards of First-of-a-Kind (FOAK) factories, where groundbreaking technologies are scaled for production. The discussion will focus on de-risking strategies, milestone-based funding, and partnerships. The transition from FOAK to Nth-of-a-Kind (NOAK) factories will also be explored, emphasizing the potential for replication and cost reduction.

16:00 - 17:00 | Panel discussing the digital transformation of public utilities, including smart grids and water management systems, and how these innovations are building more resilient cities. The discussion will also cover the investment potential in public-private partnerships and infrastructure modernization, and how utilities are leveraging IoT and automation to drive urban resilience.