Thursday, 9 October 2025 | 10:00 - 12:00
StarWatts Kicks Off with Pitches & an Inspiring Panel
10.00 - StarWatts kicks off!
10.15 - Round 1 of motivating pitches
11.00 - Panel "From Transition to Strategic Autonomy: Investing in Europe’s Energy Future"
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Anne Vereecke, Director @Wallonie Entreprendre
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Austin Wood, Investment Manager @SET Ventures
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Femke Flachet - Head of Renewables @ Engie Group (tbc)
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Joannes Laveyne - Postdoctoral researcher @ the Energy & Systems Lab of Ghent
As Europe navigates the challenges of climate urgency and geopolitical volatility, strategic autonomy in energy is no longer a long-term vision — it’s a necessity. This panel brings together visionary investors and industry leaders to explore the innovations, partnerships, and policies shaping Europe’s path to energy independence. From cleantech breakthroughs to investment trends and supply chain resilience, discover what it takes to lead in a world where energy is power — and autonomy is strategy.
Moderated by Janne Vereijken - Strategy & Innovation Expert @Spring Company
3 speakers
Ghent University
Director
Wallonie Entreprendre
Investment Manager
SET Ventures