Regional conference | CORE Days 2024
Towards Net Zero Future!
Western Balkans ESG Response
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About
What are CORE Days?
Welcome to CORE Days 2024, an exclusive gathering of top decision-makers, industry leaders, and visionaries shaping the future of the Western Balkans. Held in Belgrade, this event, with support of the Swedish Government, implemented through SIDA, focuses on advancing the region’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda under the theme, “Towards Net Zero Future!”.
After two successful previously organized CORE Days conferences, this year’s event promises an even deeper exploration of ESG challenges and opportunities that define the path to sustainable development. With unparalleled networking opportunities and high-level speakers, CORE Days 2024 offers a rare platform for collaboration and innovation.
Join us for this invitation-only event in Belgrade and be part of the conversations that will define the future of our region.
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Key Topics
Solutions for Net Zero Future
Energy
Explore how renewable energy can be harnessed across the economy, overcome barriers to green energy access, and finance the shift towards sustainability.
FOOD
Delve into the results of newest studies on carbon footprint in agriculture, and discuss the transition to regenerative agriculture in the Western Balkans.
INNOVATIONS
Discover the role of clean tech, bio tech, and net-zero technologies in transforming industries and supporting SMEs, with a focus on innovation funding and ecosystems.
Local
Discuss how local policies can support ESG compliance for small businesses, and explore smart solutions for urban development.
Regional
Engage in a dialogue about regional cooperation, sustainability hubs, and potential joint actions to improve the business environment.
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Program
Best Conference Experience
Please, click on the date to explore what have we prepared for you for each day of the conference.
Arrival of regional/international participants
Cocktail reception at Metropol rooftop (only for regional/international participants)
Welcome coffee / Registration
Opening Ceremony
Violeta Jovanović
Jelena Begović
Anne-Charlotte Malm
H.E. Edward FergusonFamily Photo
Keynote Interview– Western Balkans facing the ESGs: obstacle or opportunity for better competitiveness?
Ernest VlaÄić, PhD
Simon FrankoNetworking Coffee Break
Panel I – Solutions for Net Zero Future – ENERGY!
Ernest VlaÄić, PhD
Davor Štern
Marko Muhadinović
Trim Ternava
Erion Isai
Goran RadosavljevićPanel II – Addressing ESGs – SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY!
Neven Marinović
Naida Nišić
Zoran Martinović
Lenche Kocevska
Branislav Nedimović
Jovan Protić
Ivana NedeljkovićNetworking Lunch at Restaurant 44
Networking Coffee or Learn More over Coffee: Open Data and Digitalisation in WB, BIRN
Panel III – Solutions for Net Zero Future - FOOD!
Regenerative agriculture as response to global warming and climate crisis
Vladislav Cvetković
Ileen Wilke
Vladimir Crnojević
Ivanka Stojnic
Tijana Koprivica
Ivana PopovićPanel IV - Solutions for Net Zero Future: INNOVATIONS!
Innovations for Sustainable Development
Dušan Vasiljević
Smiljana Krivokuća
Maša Njegovan
Prof. Goran Stojanović
Majlinda BufiMove to plenary room
Star Guests interview and Wrap up of Day 1, Nikola Tesla Hall
Goran Svilanović Ernest VlaÄić, PhD
Anna Mareschi
Ivan VejvodaDinner at restaurant “Dva jelenaâ€, Skadarlija
Welcome coffee
Keynote Address 1– Outlook for the Local and Regional Development
Goran Svilanović
Franc BogoviÄKeynote Address 2– Sustainability of Supply Chains
Goran Svilanović
Aldo LeleRefreshment and move to parallel session rooms
Round Table V – LOCAL Response to ESG challenges
Ana Babić Darko Vrhovac Majlinda Bufi
Saša PavlovićSession VI – Financing NET zero: EIT FOOD
Todo Terzić
Vivien Bodereau
Adam Strzelecki Emilija Stefanović Ivanka StojnicMove to plenary room
Priorities of CORE Partnership and Farewell
Ana Ilić Ernest VlaÄić, PhDLunch and Departure of Participants
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Program
Best Conference Experience
Please, click on the date to explore what have we prepared for you for each day of the conference.
Arrival of regional/international participants
Cocktail reception at Metropol rooftop (only for regional/international participants)
Welcome coffee / Registration
Opening Ceremony
Violeta Jovanović Jelena Begović Anne-Charlotte Malm H.E. Edward FergusonFamily Photo
Keynote Interview– Western Balkans facing the ESGs: obstacle or opportunity for better competitiveness?
Ernest VlaÄić, PhD Simon FrankoNetworking Coffee Break
Panel I – Solutions for Net Zero Future – ENERGY!
Ernest VlaÄić, PhD Davor Å tern Marko Muhadinović Trim Ternava Erion Isai Goran RadosavljevićPanel II – Addressing ESGs – SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY!
Neven Marinović Naida Nišić Zoran Martinović Lenche Kocevska Branislav Nedimović Jovan Protić Ivana NedeljkovićNetworking Lunch at Restaurant 44
Networking Coffee or Learn More over Coffee: Open Data and Digitalisation in WB, BIRN
Panel III – Solutions for Net Zero Future - FOOD!
Regenerative agriculture as response to global warming and climate crisis
Vladislav Cvetković Ileen Wilke Vladimir Crnojević Ivanka Stojnic Tijana Koprivica Ivana PopovićPanel IV - Solutions for Net Zero Future: INNOVATIONS!
Innovations for Sustainable Development
Dušan Vasiljević Smiljana Krivokuća Maša Njegovan Prof. Goran Stojanović Majlinda BufiMove to plenary room
Star Guests interview and Wrap up of Day 1, Nikola Tesla Hall
Goran Svilanović Ernest VlaÄić, PhD Anna Mareschi Ivan VejvodaDinner at restaurant “Dva jelenaâ€, Skadarlija
Welcome coffee
Keynote Address 1– Outlook for the Local and Regional Development
Goran Svilanović Franc BogoviÄKeynote Address 2– Sustainability of Supply Chains
Goran Svilanović Aldo LeleRefreshment and move to parallel session rooms
Round Table V – LOCAL Response to ESG challenges
Ana Babić Darko Vrhovac Majlinda Bufi Saša PavlovićSession VI – Financing NET zero: EIT FOOD
Todo Terzić Vivien Bodereau Adam Strzelecki Emilija Stefanović Ivanka StojnicMove to plenary room
Priorities of CORE Partnership and Farewell
Ana Ilić Ernest VlaÄić, PhDLunch and Departure of Participants
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Speakers
Our Experts on ESG and Local Economic Development
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Dragana Marić
Draganais the founder and owner of the Marić Consultation agency.
ÄorÄ‘e Popović
ÄorÄ‘e has been in the barber industry for over 10 years.
Nora Hashani
Nora's very passionate, and he's been with us since 2010.
Boštjan Ferk
Boštjan's very passionate, and he's been with us since 2010.
