Webinar:Samsø ripple effect
Monday, 21 September 2026
10:00–11:30 CEST
Online webinar · English
Discover how Samsø island is inspiring Europe's energy transition.
The Samsø Ripple Effect brings together leading experts from across Europe to explore how local experiences can inspire broader discussions on the future of the energy transition.
About the webinar
How can local communities help shape Europe's energy future?
The Samsø Ripple Effect brings together leading experts from across Europe to explore how local experiences can inspire broader discussions on the future of the energy transition.
Building on the internationally recognised experience of Samsø Energy Academy and other European initiatives, this webinar will examine today's key energy challenges from social, geopolitical and philosophical perspectives. Through an international panel discussion, participants will share insights on Europe's growing need for energy resilience, the role of communities, and the opportunities and challenges of accelerating the transition towards clean energy.
Whether you are a policymaker, researcher, energy professional, local authority, or simply interested in Europe's energy future, this webinar offers an opportunity to exchange ideas and learn from experiences across the continent.
Monday, 21 September 2026
10:00–11:30 CEST
Online webinar · English
Programme
Welcome
Jorge Andrey
Introduction to the webinar and its objectives.
05 minutes
The Samsø story
Mathias Switzer
The journey of Samsø Island's Energy Academy and the lessons behind one of Europe's best-known community energy success stories.
05 minutes
International Roundtable
Experts from Denmark, France, Belgium, Germany and Spain
International roundtable on political, societal, and philosophical questions around energy transition
60-70 minutes
Questions & Answers
Moderated by Mathias Switzer
15 minutes
Meet the speakers
Voices from across Europe sharing local experience and perspective.
Chloé Durieux
RenesolaPower France
Chloé Durieux has over 15 years of experience in renewable energy business development across Poland, Mexico, Spain, and France. She has extensive expertise in originating and developing wind and solar projects through to ready-to-build stage for IPPs, engineering consultancies, and project developers.
Frederik Loeckx
Flux 50 Belgium
Frederik Loeckx is General Director at Flux50, the Flemish smart energy cluster. With a strong background in innovation, business development, and the energy sector, he has held leadership roles across public and private organizations. He earned an MBA from Vlerick Business School.
Malte Øster
SustainX Denmark
Malte Øster is a Senior ESG Advisor at SustainX in Copenhagen, specializing in CSRD/ESRS reporting and sustainability disclosure. He has extensive experience in double materiality assessments, data gap analyses, and the preparation of ESRS-aligned sustainability statements.
Joan Herrera
Samsø EDS Spain
Joan is a lawyer specializing in energy and environmental law, with extensive experience in public policy and the energy transition. He has served as Director of IDAE and Director of Environmental Action and Energy at El Prat City Council. He also lectures in Energy Law at Universitat Rovira i Virgili.
Sara Lingstädt
Tagesspiegel Background Germany
Sara Lingstädt has been working as an Energy and Climate Policy Analyst at Tagesspiegel Background Monitoring since 2024. Previously, she worked at the German Bundestag, where she gained firsthand experience in parliamentary affairs, focusing on energy and climate policy and media relations.
Jorge Andrey
Samsø EDS Spain
Jorge is a lawyer specializing in energy law, with degrees in Law and Political Science from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid and a Master's in Environmental Policy and Planning from the Technical University of Berlin.
Mathias Switzer
Energiakademiet Denmark
Leads projects at the Samsø Energy Academy focused on tackling climate change and advancing sustainable practices. Educated in Creative Leadership and Entrepreneurship at Kaospilot, he is committed to developing innovative solutions and promoting a leadership approach rooted in sustainability and positive impact.
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Monday, 21 September 2026 | 10:00–11:30 CEST
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