astana expo-2017 business programme

ASTANA EXPO-2017 BUSINESS PROGRAMME

MINISTERIAL CONFERENCE “ENSURING SUSTAINABLE ENERGY DEVELOPMENT” AND THE 8th INTERNATIONAL FORUM ON ENERGY FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT”

Congress- Center June 11-14

www.energyministerial.kz

The Ministerial Conference and the Forum are held by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and KAZENERGY Association under the auspices of the five UN regional commissions (ECA, ESCAP, ESCWA, ECLAC, UNECE). During the discussions a large number of issues will be touched on the role of fossil fuels in future energy systems and the search for possible strategies for the balanced development of renewable and traditional energy.

SECOND PREPARATORY MEETING OF THE ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL FORUM

Congress-Center June 15-16

www.osce.org

Congress-Center June 15

The discussion with be held on the development of trade relations between Ukraine and the Republic of Kazakhstan, on investment potential and public policy on renewable energy and energy efficiency in Ukraine.

BUSINESS FORUM: «UKRAINE-KAZAKHSTAN: NEW HORIZONS»


INTERNATIONAL OPEN DISCUSSION “NEW ENERGY: INVESTMENTS AND PARTNERSHIPS”

Within the framework of an open discussion, a vision of the future perspectives of the development of renewable energy sources will be presented by state institutions and d e v e l o p m e n t i n s t i t u t i o n s , representatives of business and financial sector, as well as the expert community.

WORLD SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING CONGRESS WSEC 2017

The Congress will become a discussion platform, providing the interchange of experience in the field of high-tech energy technology, most important achievements and trends that are emerging in current energy sector. The Congress will provide a unique impulse to the deepening of scientific and engineering developments of scientists of Central Asia, CIS and international community, which will ensure the consolidation of efforts in order to improve energy efficiency and the development of advanced technologies for energy production and storage.


www.wsec.kz

30th PLENARY SESSION OF THE FOREIGN INVESTORS’ COUNCIL CHAIRED BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN

The Foreign Investors' Council chaired by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan is a unique discussion platform. The Council was established in 1998 to provide a direct dialogue between the government of the Republic Kazakhstan and foreign investors in order to effectively address issues related to their investment activities and improvement of investment climate in Kazakhstan. The FIC consists of the heads of 35 large multinational foreign companies and international organizations.


www.fic.kz

XIV EURASIAN MEDIA FORUM

The Eurasian Media Forum is an international discussion platform, which every year brings together more than 600 delegates from 60 countries. The Forum is an open dialogue on current issues, with participation of most significant figures in the global mass media, opinion leaders and recognized professionals in different fields.


www.eamedia.org

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE “TOURISM AND ENERGY OF THE FUTURE”

The purpose of the Conference is to reveal the theme of the exhibition “Future Energy" by creating a global platform to foster exchange of best practices and development of specific proposals for reducing carbon emissions in t he t ou r i sm i ndus t r y . The Conference is expected to include Ministers of tourism, as well as other authorized representatives f rom 157 UNWTO member countries, representatives of the international and Kazakhstan tourist industry.


www.europe.unwto.org


www.futureenergyforum.org

THE FUTURE ENERGY FORUM TOWARDS AN INTERNATIONAL ENERGY TRANSITION

At the Future Energy Forum, present and future energy solutions will come together. One solution will focus on the future vision, while the other will focus on the current status quo. The Future Energy Forum will develop a blueprint for a common, international energy transition. Our energy revolution starts with the big picture and an inspiring v i s i o n . F u r t h e r m o r e , l e a d i n g international politicians and experts will discuss future energy scenarios and, as a case study, the transformation of Kazakhstan’s energy model.

Congress-Center July 7

www.fao.org

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE “INVESTMENTS IN ENERGY OPTIMIZED TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE PRODUCTION OF FOOD SUPPLIES”

The food sector currently accounts for around 30 percent of the world’s total energy consumption. Most of it, is produced outside the farms and mainly from fossil fuels. The consumption of this energy in agri-food chains accounts for almost 30% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the world.This system is unstable and causes tangible damage to the environment. To address this problem, FAO is implementing the Energy Optimized Food Production Program, aimed at improving access to modern technologies through a gradual transition to renewable energy sources and increasing energy efficiency.

Congress-Center July 10-11


THE FUTURE ENERGY FORUM LOW CARBON TECHNOLOGIES AND RENEWABLE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

The potential of solar power, wind power, hydropower, carbon capture and storage (CCS) and international thermonuclear experimental reactors (ITER) will be discussed. There will be platforms for the industry stakeholders to come together to discuss them and possibly arrange deals during the EXPO. This series will attract investors, leading manufacturers of energy equipment and industry players.

The Programme intends to foster green economic growth in Central Asia and wider region through technology transfer, knowledge sharing, and financial support for the implementation of investment projects.

GREEN BRIDGE PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMME


www.gbpp.org



FUTURE ENERGY FORUM

INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND UNIVERSITY CONFERENCE

The science conference will be held by Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan. Student delegates from all over the world will be invited to discuss and share their own ideas on energy innovation, new technologies and research projects.


www.carecprogram.org

The purpose of the meeting is to promote and harmonize regional electricity trade, water and energy r e s o u r c e s m a n a g e m e n t , mobilization of funding for priority projects, promoting clean energy technologies, developing capacity and managing knowledge.

23rd SESSION OF THE COORDINATING COMMITTEE ON THE CAREC ENERGY SECTOR

Based on the results of the forum, a plan will be developed on the interaction of the public and private sectors of the CAREC countries in the planning, financing and successful implementation of energy projects.


www.carecprogram.org

2nd CAREC ENERGY INVESTMENT FORUM


The future of energy is relied on the balance of low-carbon technologies that ensure price accessibility, energy security and its minimal impact on the environment.According to international experts, it is nuclear energy that should play a significant role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, while ensuring the growing needs of mankind for electricity.The panel session will bring together world leaders of nuclear energy and environmental experts to discuss the role of nuclear energy in combating climate change and the formation of sustainable "green" energy and opening a thematic week on nuclear energy that will be held on July 17-23 at the " Astana Expo-2017”.

PANEL SESSION «THE IMPORTANCE OF ATOMIC ENERGY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE WORLD CARBON ECONOMY»

INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR "DEVELOPMENT OF AGRICULTURAL CHAINS: AGRICULTURAL HOUSEHOLD AND FAMILY FARMS»


www.fao.org

The purpose of the Seminar is to showcase the experience of creating chains of added value on urgent examples of farmers' interactions with consumers in several regions of the Russian Federation. Also, the seminar will determine identification of additional potential and new areas of cooperation; Develop proposals for the formation and improvement of value chains. Participants of the Seminar will include representatives of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and other countries of the CIS region, farmers, heads of agricultural associations, academic circles, national and international experts, the media and interested guests of the Exhibition.



THE FUTURE ENERGY FORUM SOCIOECONOMICS OF A NEW ENERGY MODEL

When managing the transition to a post-carbon future, the societal, economic and environmental context in which the energy system is embedded must be taken into account. This event will be focused on the idea on modelling the energy system, its transformation and the impacts.

THE FUTURE ENERGY FORUM GENERAL ACCESS TO SUSTAINABLE ENERGY



The fifth event will analyze general access to sustainable energy and explore new opportunities. Industry leaders wil l col laborate and d i s c o v e r n e w m o d e l s f o r international co-operation and technology transfer.

Congress-Center July 31 –August 1


THE FUTURE ENERGY FORUM ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN THE CITY URBAN PLANNING, CONSTRUCTION AND TRANSPORT

Smart (mega) cities will be crucial for our future and they will require integrated solutions that range from smart grids and sustainable architecture to urban planning m a n a g e m e n t a n d w a s t e management.

Congress- Center August 4

www.fao.org

SEMINAR «KAZAKHSTAN EXPORT DIVERSIFICATION: LEGUMINOUS PLANTS»

To present to participants of dialogue, including representatives of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and other countries of the region, farmers, heads of agricultural units and associations, academic circles, national and international experts, mass media and interested guests of the Exhibition, a platform to discuss the expansion of export of leguminous plants from Kazakhstan. Experience of the project of FAO "Analysis of sector of oil-bearing crops and leguminous plants in Kazakhstan and recommendations for the development of added value chains and diversification of export" will form the basis of the Seminar. Within the Framework of EXPO-2017, the Seminar will become a Final reporting event of the pro ject , where conclus ions and recommendations will be presented.

Congress-Center August 8-9


THE FUTURE ENERGY FORUM ENERGY FOR ALL: CHALLENGES OF THE NEW TIME

Access to energy is one of the key enablers for modern societies. Poverty and lack of access to energy are unquestionably linked. Therefore, this international NGO summit will be centered around the question of how to overcome poverty through future energy solutions. Will outline the potential of off-grid solutions and decentral ized, modular energy sys tems based on renewable resources.



THE FUTURE ENERGY FORUM PROGRESS IN REDUCTION OF СО2 EMISSION AND ACHIEVING THE ENERGY EFFICIENT LIFESTYLE

This event will address solutions for the reduction of industrial emissions. According to recent surveys, around 70 % of this energy is generated through the use of fossil fuels, and CO2 emissions from industry make up 40% of total CO2 emissions worldwide.



THE FUTURE ENERGY FORUM RENEWABLE ENERGY AND QUALITY OF LIFE

Renewable energy supplies and access for all are crucial elements in the fight against poverty, and they are necessary for human well-being as well as for a country’s economic development . For developing countries in particular, off-grid solutions, a circular economy approach , energy efficiency and renewable energies w i l l p r o v i d e c o n s i d e r a b l e opportunities and growth.



THE FUTURE ENERGY FORUM ENERGY SOLUTIONS FOR THE CLIMATE CHANGE PROBLEM

The tenth conference will have a very open and creative approach combined with a highly effective process. Participants will be invited and inspired to come up with a lot of individual initiatives and to take responsibility for the issues and approaches to be developed and discussed.

ANNUAL «ЕURASIAN WEEK» FORUM

"Eurasian Week" is an annual exhibition forum held by the countries of the Eurasian Economic U n i o n a n d t h e E u r a s i a n E c o n o m i c Commission.The forum is intended to become an effective dialogue platform where business and expert circles, authorities of the Union countries and authorities of third world countries could discuss topical applied issues of economic development in condition of global challenges and jointly develop strategic solutions.


www.eurasianweek.org



THE FUTURE ENERGY FORUM INTERNATIONAL ECONOMY AND POLICY IN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

T o m e e t t h e c h a l l e n g e s o f environmental protection and to a c h i e v e t h e d e v e l o p m e n t o f sustainable energy, new political and economic partnerships are essential. International economy should provide a supportive international climate for a c h i e v i n g e n v i r o n m e n t a l a n d developmental goals.

Congress-Center August 31

The main goal of the forum is to discuss the role and contribution of women in promotion of innovative ideas in the field of alternative energy and the "green" economy through effective partnership of the state, business sector and civil society.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN FORUM «WOMEN FOR FUTURE ENERGY»

Congress-Center September 1

INTERNATIONAL PLENARY SESSION «ENERGY NETWORKS OF THE FUTURE»

The issues of long-term energy development are extremely important for the development of mankind. It is essential to determine the coming changes in the structure of the world's energy sector, to determine the role of integration of electric network projects.During the session, the CEO’s of leading companies in the energy market will present their successful experience in European energy market, as well as initiatives in the field of energy integration in the Caspian and Asia-Pacific regions.

Congress-Center September 4-5


THE FUTURE ENERGY FORUM CREATING OUR FUTURE

The closing forum will sum up the results of all dialogue and exhibition a c t i v i t i e s f r o m t h e A s t a n a EXPO-2017. Participants wil l discuss further prospects of global green-energy development and the formation of sustainable- energy models for future generations.

Congress-Center September 7-8

www.kazenergyforum.com

The program of the Forum will be aimed at discussion of various issues and problems by world energy companies:•  Effective management of sustainable energy sources;•  Control over production, storage and use of energy resources; •  Access to energy sources; •  Climate change and reduction of carbon dioxide emissions; •  Stimulating the use of alternative energy sources; •  Implementation of energy efficiency programs, etc.

XI EURASIAN FORUM «KAZENERGY»

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