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Event day two: Friday 5 September
08.30
09.30
Morning coffee, breakfast and networking
Chairperson’s opening remarks
Matthías Ólafsson, Executive Consultant, eFuel Alliance
09.40
KEYNOTE PRODUCER CASE STUDY
Case study: Setting up large-scale e-methanol production to support the phase out of fossil fuels in hard-to-abate industries
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Expectations on project timelines and new e-methanol and e-gasoline supply into the market
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Sourcing biogenic carbon dioxide and investing in technologies
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Operating a combined heat and power plant on renewable energy
Melchor Gamarro, Senior Advisor Contracts and Procurement, Reolum
10.00
DEMAND DRIVERS FOR FUTURE CONSUMPTION
Airline spotlight panel discussion: How eSAF will become a key component in meeting the ambitious goals of the global aviation industry
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Where will eSAF be produced and how to upscale the supply of eSAF at a reasonable price?
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Exploring feedstock availability for eSAF production and securing a reliable supply chain
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How are companies securing offtake agreements and enhancing project viability for financial support?
Moderator: Frank Mischler, Director, Policy, International PtX Hub
Speakers:
Margaux Thoyer-Rozat, Sustainable Aviation Fuel Manager, Air France-KLM
Andrew Thomas, Director of Sustainability, VistaJet
Germain Hurtado, Hydrogen Technologies and Projects Director, VINCI Concessions
Sergio Alegre Calero, Director General, Airports Regions Council
10.40
Morning coffee break and open-space networking
Open-space strategy session: The collaboration zone
Dive into open group discussions designed to move the industry forward. With our Innovation Kits as your guide, explore challenges, share ideas, and uncover next steps for real-world impact. Leave with insights, and actional steps forward to move your projects to the next level.
11.30
Suppliers perspective panel: Scaling up eSAF: How to scale up commercial production to meet demand
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What steps does the industry need to take to commercialise eSAF production in Europe?
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How are companies securing a feedstock supply of CO2 and green hydrogen and are there limitations?
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How the industry tackle costs and the role of policy in harnessing a growth environment
Moderator: Arno van den Bos, Analyst, Green Hydrogen Energy (Power to X), IRENA
Speakers:
Rik Sneep, Strategy & International Growth, Moeve
Floriana De Matteo, Global Head of e-SAF, Arcadia eFuels
Francisco José Lucas Ochoa, Head of International Aviation Business Development, Repsol
12.00
Shipping spotlight panel: The future of adopting greener fuels in shipping and the reality of e-methanol, e-ammonia and e-LNG
Question experts on running vessels on methanol, methane, ammonia or hydrogen directly – explore cost comparisons, compliance and how this works practically under ETS
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What is the IMO’s position in greener fuels and what mandates can be expected and when?
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How can offtake structures be adopted to reflect the needs of the shipping industry?
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Which energy carrier is most suitable for shipping, and what are the implications for infrastructure, storage, and onboard hazards?
Moderator: Rafik Ammar, Policy Director, e-NG Coalition
Speakers:
Matthías Ólafsson, Executive Consultant, eFuel Alliance
Edward Glossop, Head of LNG & Ammonia, Bunker Holding
Marthe Therese Solaas, VP, Bunkering & Market Development, Yara Clean Ammonia
12.30
13.10
SECURING PROJECT FINANCE
360 views on project financing: Understanding the requirements of securing finance and how to assist bank processes
Hear from financial experts on what infrastructure funds or commercial banks are looking for to finance projects, how to effectively showcase projects are de-risked and offering visibility on return of investment and cash generation of the project
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Demonstrating technology is scalable and will work on a commercial basis
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Feedstock supply: how feedstock is secured and priced and the role of the offtaker?
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How to include price as part of strategic planning and dealing with high costs
Moderator: Emily Hickson, Director, Europe, Climate Catalyst
Speakers:
Ethan Murray, Structured Finance, Santander
Peter Conway, Director, Energy Estate
Dimitrios Koufos, Associate Director, EBRD
Sébastien Paillat, Head of Investments, Hy24
Networking lunch
14.10
Speeding up FIDs through revenue mechanisms and gaining offtake agreements
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How industry can reach FIDs – and working in the cost of electricity
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Could the EU take an approach under the ETS whereby funding is increased for eFuels?
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What are the funding options for development finance including for feasibility studies?
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Gaining offtake agreements and understanding who takes the commercial risk: what can be done differently?
Deniese Ramsundarsingh, Development Director, HYRO, Octopus Energy Generation
Martin Forman, Director, New Energies and Natural Resources, SMBC Group
Eduardo Famini Silva, Director, Renewables and Energy Transition, RBC Capital Markets
14.40
EXPLORING VARIOUS TECHNOLOGY PATHWAYS AND ROUTES TO PRODUCTION
Technology spotlight debate: Exploring Power-to-Liquid and Power-to-Gas technologies: Implementing proven technology for commercial use
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What are the technical advantages of eMethanol-to-Jet (MTJ) and steps left to approval?
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What technologies have been proven and how fast can they be scalable?
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Utilising CO2-to-methanol technologies for maximum feedstock utilisation
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Power-to-Gas technologies for e-methane production
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What are the standards for materials and testing?
Moderator: Sarah Wilkin, Founder and CEO, Fly Green Alliance
Speakers:
Tom Parsons, Commercial Project Manager, Biofuels Growth, bp
Sophie Chittim, Project Engineer Environmental Technology, Rolls Royce
Harvey Hodd, CEO & Founder, Rivan Industries
Zinovia Skoufa, Managing Director, Methanol, Johnson Matthey
15.10
Keynote speaker interview: Assessing the sustainability of fuel pathways and reducing life cycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions
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Understanding the criteria of producing renewable fuels from RFNBOs – what constitutes a sustainable source of CO2 and hydrogen?
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Sourcing renewable electricity over the grid with negative GHG impacts
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How effective is capturing carbon in improving the carbon life cycle of a project?
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Understanding the role of Book and Claim within the market
Interviewer: Daisy Robinson, Renewable Fuels Specialist, BloombergNEF
Interviewee: Lee Beck, SVP Global Policy & Commercial Strategy, HIF Global
15.40
Coffee break and interactive huddles
15.40
Interactive huddles
Huddle 1: How Book and Claim is aiding synthetic fuel development
Facilitator: Gill Alker, Book and Claim Manager, RSB
Huddle 2: Maritime’s transition to alternative fuels
Facilitator:Prof. Dr. Stefan Ulreich, Professor of Energy Economics, Biberach University of Applied Sciences
Huddle 3: Engaging the entire supply chain and de-risking projects
Facilitator: Oliver Grasham, Managing Consultant, ERM
Huddle 4: Accessing the grid through nuclear opportunities
Facilitator: Sarah Wilkin, Founder & CEO, Fly Green Alliance