Welcome to the future.
It’s Time.
As the world gathers for Climate Week NYC 2024 (22-29 September) and for General Assembly High-level Week 2024 of the United Nations, EDP is at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution, committed to drive the energy transition and achieving net zero by 2040.
Joining forces now for a better tomorrow
Miguel Stilwell d’Andrade, CEO of EDP
“NYC Climate Week 2024 is an important opportunity for governments, companies and civil society to gather, reflect and take further action to successfully transition to a clean energy era and ensure a more sustainable planet. It is also a moment for businesses to show how they are contributing to this transition and the solutions that must be implemented to win this battle".
Highlights from EDP’s Participation
Explore our key conclusions on energy transition strategies, investment needs, and global collaboration from Climate Week NYC 2024.
Join us in action!
At EDP, we don't just talk about change - we make it happen. Our approach emphasises circularity, hybridisation and innovation to ensure a sustainable and efficient energy future. Discover how we are making ambitious climate targets a reality.
Circularity
Maximizing resource efficiency to minimize our environmental footprint.
Sustainability is the cornerstone of our renewable energy solutions. Our Close the Loop Program in the U.S. exemplifies our commitment to recycling and reusing materials from our renewable energy projects to ensure we minimize our environmental footprint. By turning waste into valuable resources and extending the lifecycle of materials, we are setting a new standard for sustainability in the energy sector.
Spearheading infinitely sustainable energy
Discover how our Close the Loop program is integral to our goal to reach net zero emissions by 2040. The program is the largest recycling partnership program in the industry, with more than 20 partners — and still growing strong.
Hybridisation
Integrating renewable solutions
Innovation drives our efforts in hybridisation, where we combine different renewable energy sources to maximise efficiency and reliability. The Alqueva project in Portugal is a testament to our pioneering spirit, integrating solar and hydroelectric power to create a versatile and robust energy solution. This hybrid approach not only increases energy security but also paves the way for similar initiatives around the world.
Alqueva's floating solar panels - a pioneer in the hybridisation of renewable energies
Inaugurated in 2022, Alqueva´s floating solar power plant represents the future of energy: innovation and sustainability combined.
Innovation
Partnerships for a sustainable future
Our partnership with Rondo on thermal battery technology underlines our commitment to cutting-edge solutions for decarbonisation. By supporting innovative start-ups and fostering collaboration, we are accelerating the development of technologies that will drive the global energy transition. Together, we are building a future where clean energy is accessible, affordable and abundant.
Decarbonising industrial heat production
EDP partners with Rondo Energy to provide industries in Europe with 24/7 renewable heat and power, using wind, solar, and Rondo's Heat Battery technology to deliver cost-effective, zero-carbon solutions for decarbonisation.
Engaging our community: A collective effort
This week about the climate in New York, we invite you to join us in this journey towards a sustainable future. We aim to inspire and mobilise individuals, businesses, and governments to take meaningful action.
10:30 AM - 12:30 AM EDT | SEforALL Governance Board Meeting at the Rockefeller Foundation
Board meeting and SEforALL High-level Event at the United Nations General Assembly “Global Strategic Partnerships for Just Energy Transitions”. The SEforALL Governance Board oversees strategy and governance, ensuring effective operations and providing strategic guidance. Led by a Chair and working closely with the CEO, the Board meets quarterly to review progress and advise on direction. Members serve three-year terms, with the option to extend. Vera Pinto Pereira has recently joined the Board to help advance SEforALL’s mission.
12:00 PM - 02:45 PM EDT | UN Global Compact Private Sector Forum at UN Headquarters
This exclusive event held during the UN Summit of the Future, will bring together Heads of State, CEOs, and UN leaders to address critical issues such as SDG acceleration, geopolitical disruption, sustainable finance, and digital transformation. Among the invited CEOs is Miguel Stilwell d'Andrade, who will join global leaders in discussing innovative solutions for a resilient and sustainable future. Convened by UN Secretary-General (UN SG) H.E. António Guterres, as a luncheon of the Summit for the Future. Access to the Private Sector Forum is only available to selected CEOs from highly engaged UN Global Compact Participants.
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM EDT | WBCSD Council Meeting
Participation in the panel discussion “EU support for clean technologies” as part of the WBCSD Council Meeting 'The future of beneficial federal tax policies for industrial decarbonization'. Vera Pinto Pereira, a member of EDP's Board of Directors, will take part in the meeting.
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM EDT | Utilities for Net Zero Alliance (UNEZA) and The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Executive Roundtable
UNEZA and IRENA are co-hosting a high-level roundtable on accelerating large grid infrastructure projects, highlighting key policies for policymakers. “Kick-off” speakers include Sandhya Ganapathy, CEO at EDP Renewables North America, IRENA, SSE, National Grid, ACWA Power, Iberdrola, Hitachi Energy, TAQA, EDP, SMUD, Edison International, AVEVA, UN Climate Change High-Level Champion and Accenture. You can watch the session live here.
05:30 PM - 08:00 PM EDT | EDP and CEBA Reception
Hosted at the EDP Renewables Office by Sandhya Ganapathy, CEO at EDP Renewables North America, this event will bring together members of the Clean Energy Buyers Alliance (CEBA) community to accelerate the transition to clean energy. It is an opportunity to connect with fellow executives, industry leaders, and key stakeholders over an evening of networking, discussions, and shared commitment to driving the clean energy transition forward. Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA) is the US trade association that represents and convenes the top 400 US Commercial & Industrial players in the market.
08:00 AM - 09:30 AM EDT | EDP’s Executive Breakfast Roundtable, at Park Avenue Offices
CEO Miguel Stilwell d’Andrade will be joined by Rui Teixeira (CFO, EDP Group), Vera Pinto Pereira (Member of the Executive Board of Directors, EDP Group) and Sandhya Ganapathy (CEO, EDPR NA) for an executive discussion at our offices in New York. This roundtable titled "The Energy Transition: from Rhetoric to Reality" will bring together an exclusive group of approximately twenty influential business leaders across various industries to discuss the significance of the energy transition and its impact in a sector such as power generation, manufacturing, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure.
11:00 AM EDT | Empowering clean energy: strategies for a greener global economy in Chamber of Commerce
Miguel Stilwell d'Andrade, will join the Spain-Us Chamber of Commerce's Global Economy Forum. A conference on Spain, Latin America and the United States, with the participation of representatives from the governments of the USA, Spain, Mexico, and Colombia, among others, in a panel interview on Empowering clean energy: strategies for a greener global economy, moderated by Robert da Silva Ashley.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EDT | Global Renewables Summit
Miguel Stilwell d'Andrade attends conference hosted with Bloomberg Philanthropies, to discuss the progress, opportunities, and challenges of tripling renewable energy. The high-level plenary will have the participation of Michael Bloomberg, UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy on Climate Ambition and Solutions, HE Dr Sultan Al Jaber, COP28 President, UAE, H.E. Mia Mottley, Prime Minister, Barbados, H.E. Ursula von der Leyen, President, European Commission, H.E. William Ruto, President, Kenya, H.E. Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister, Australia, Francesco La Camera, Director-General, International Renewable Energy Agency, Dr. Fatih Birol, Executive Director, International Energy Agency, Mark Carney, Co-Chair, Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net-Zero, Damilola Ogunbiyi, CEO and Special Representative of UN Secretary-General, Sustainable Energy for All, among other high-level representatives.
12:00 PM EDT | “Mission 2025: the actions we want to tip the balance”
Madalena Callé Lucas, Head of Climate, Sustainability & IR Global Unit at EDP, Lucas will take part in the event “It's time to unite for 'Mission 2025'”. Mission 2025 is a coalition of courageous leaders – mayors, governors, CEOs, investors, athletes, musicians and citizens – who are inviting governments to ratchet upcoming national climate plans (known as Nationally Determined Contributions) in line with the Paris Agreement target of limiting global warming to 1.5ºC.
01:40 PM EDT | Dynamo Energy Transition Summit
The panel is entitled “Gridlock: The Challenges and Opportunities Facing the Transformation of the Energy System”. This panel will delve into the challenges and opportunities presented by this evolving energy landscape, exploring how to balance the addition of diverse energy sources with the growing demands of the modern economy while maintaining grid reliability and resilience. Sandhya Ganapathy will be a speaker.
02:00 PM EDT | “24/7 carbon-free electricity”
Madalena Callé Lucas will take part in the event“24/7 carbon free electricity” from Climate Week Group. One approach is called 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy procurement, which aims to match clean energy supply with electricity demand on an hourly basis. Thus, 24/7 CFE procurement has the potential to eliminate all greenhouse gas emissions associated with electricity use of the participating companies.
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM EDT | Global Renewables Summit
Miguel Viana, Head Director of Sustainability and Investor Relations Global Unit at EDP is a confirmed speaker in “Strengthening resilient and diverse supply chains for renewable energy” at the Global Renewables Summit 2024.
The Global Renewables Summit is the first-ever high-level public-private summit to discuss the progress, opportunities, and challenges of tripling renewable energy globally by 2030. The organising partners represent a unique coalition of governments, the private sector, philanthropy, international organisations, and academia, which demonstrates the collective momentum and drive to accelerate the pace and scale of the transition to renewable energy.
04:00 PM - 06:30 PM EDT | Brunswick and The Aspen Institute's Roundtable
Brunswick and the Aspen Institute's Energy and Environment Program are organizing a roundtable entitled Sustaining Climate Progress Amid Global Challenges, and Madalena Callé Lucas will be part of it.
07:00 PM - 11:00 PM EDT | We Mean Business Coalition - 10-Year Anniversary Event
2024 marks 10 years of the We Mean Business Coalition, and a decade of collaboration, ingenuity and courage. The Coalition came together to mobilize business support ahead of COP21 and support companies in their efforts to reduce emissions, and Madalena Callé Lucas will be part of it.
08:30 AM - 10:00 AM EDT | World Economic Forum
Madalena Callé Lucas will take part in the Senior Advisor Meeting of the Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders organized by World Economic Forum.
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM EDT | WBCSD Conference
Madalena Callé Lucas will take part in the Breakthrough Agenda with High Level Champions – Power, Road, and Hydrogen Business Groups – discussion of report.
10:15 AM - 01:00 PM EDT | SDG7 Action Forum – UN Energy
Madalena Callé Lucas will take part in the ENERGYNOW SDG7 Action Forum 2024 will support these efforts by providing a platform to connect all stakeholder groups, including decision makers and practitioners, in support of driving momentum and mobilizing action. The Forum will showcase Energy Compacts, present success stories and best practices, and strengthen multistakeholder dialogue in support of accelerated SDG7 action.
We are delivering on our pledges
Miguel Stilwell d'Andrade
“Two decades ago, EDP’s energy mix was predominantly thermal and today the company is an example of how the business can be transformed while ensuring sustainable growth.”
A clear ambition of becoming net zero by 2040
Rui Teixeira
"We are steadfast in our mission to support global decarbonization efforts, believing that by doing so, we can create a world where renewable energy fosters progress and prosperity for generations to come."
We will be an active voice at Climate Week NYC
Vera Pinto Pereira
"EDP continues to promote energy access initiatives and a fair energy transition for all, through clean and innovative solutions around the globe. We aim to further these efforts for greater renewable acceleration, leaving no one behind."
Our vision for the future of energy is clear
Sandhya Ganapathy
“Through innovation, investment, and industry-wide collaboration, we are working tirelessly to accelerate the shift to renewables, ensuring that this vision becomes a tangible and sustainable reality today.”
We're witnessing a true energy revolution
Miguel Viana
"The world is embracing the promise of renewables at an unprecedented pace, proving that when innovation, ambition, and collective action come together, we can power the world with the endless potential of green energy."
Our commitment: Net zero by 2040
EDP is proud to be at the forefront of the energy transition. Our ambitious goal to achieve net zero by 2040 reflects our dedication to a cleaner, greener world. With a ~€17bn gross investment plan in 2024-26 focused on renewables, we are not just talking about change; we are making it happen.
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