STAGE forum'25

Elevate your sustainability knowledge, cultivate meaningful connections, and join the forefront of shaping sustainable investments at the STAGE forum in Berlin on June 4th, 2025.

STAGE forum: shaping sustainable investments

STAGE Forum'24 in Warsaw brought together investors and sustainability experts to shape the future of sustainable investments. From impactful partnerships to networking opportunities, the forum explored ideas that will drive a greener and more sustainable tomorrow.

What to expect at the STAGE forum'25

Premium Networking Environment

Enjoy exclusive networking in a dedicated space crafted for impactful connections, perfect for engaging with industry peers, potential collaborators, and investors in a relaxed yet professional setting.

In-Depth Insights

Gain valuable perspectives from top venture funds, accelerator programs, and strategic support initiatives, providing a comprehensive look into the future of tech investment and growth.

Inspiring Ideas and Dynamic Dialogues

Join panel discussions with key figures such as investors, entrepreneurs, government officials, and tech industry leaders to explore forward-thinking ideas and innovative solutions.

Exciting Investment Prospects

Top investors and experts will discuss challenges and best practices in sustainable investment, covering energy-efficient tech, green building, smart cities, and responsible investment strategies.

Leadership from Germany and Europe

Network with influential sustainable investment leaders, investors, and startups from Germany and across Europe, all coming together to foster collaboration and accelerate growth in the tech ecosystem.

Showcase and Shine

Present your cutting-edge solutions in deep tech that are accelerating the sustainability transition. This is your chance to demonstrate how impactful technologies can redefine impact investing, positioning you and your innovations at the forefront of sustainable transformation.

STAGE forum'25 agenda

Location: Change Hub - Hardenbergstraße 32, 10623 Berlin, Germany

8:00 – 8:30: Registration & Welcoming Coffee

8:30 – 8:55: Welcome Address / Opening remarks

8:55 – 9:20: Opening Keynote

9:20 – 11:10: Session 1 – The Way Forward in Sustainable Investing: Investment Innovation, Approach for Blended and Transition Finance, Perspectives of Impact Investing, Approach on Risk Management, New Horizons of Global Economy

11:10 – 11:40: Networking and Refreshments Break

11:40 – 12:55: Session 2 – Sustainability Compliance and Accountability: Regulatory Innovation, Approach for Implementation and Simplification, Stakeholder Engagement and Communication, Alignment of Compliance and Value Creation

13:00 – 13:55: Networking Break

STAGE impact day

13:00 – 13:55: Networking Lunch

14:00 – 14:10: STAGE Project Achievements

14:15 – 15:30: STAGE Investment Cases (presentation by the leading examples from the STAGE ecosystem)

15:30 – 15:55: Networking / Matchmaking Break

16.00 – 16:55: STAGE Platform Toolbox (Academy, Assessments (Carbon footprint, EU Taxonomy, Financial / Investment planning tools), Financing (Projects, Advisors, Financiers' matchmaking))

17.00 – 17:55: Break-Out Session (Carbon accounting and Taxonomy assessment; Transition and Investment planning)

18:00 – 18:15: Closing Remarks

18:15 – 20:00: Networking Drinks

Speakers and Panellists

Anna Stodolkiewicz

Head of Unit, EIC Fund Investments at the European Investment Bank (EIB)

Ulrik Andersson

Chief Financial Officer of TryghedsGruppen

Cornelia Frentz

Director Governance and Sustainable Investing at the European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF)

Oliver Hasse

Managing Director at Innovation Network for Advanced Materials (INAM)

Iain Berkeley Haggis

Head of Deal Structuring at GND Partners

Ulrike Ziegler

President of Impact on Sustainable Aviation e.V.

Bartosz Janikowski

Head of Investments at GND Partners

Joy Jack

Managing Partner at Nexterra Capital

STAGE forum'25

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