13.06.2024 – 10:00

Registrations now open for conference gathering global voices on the future of the planet

After the first edition of the We Choose Earth Conference, with almost three thousand participants from 16 countries, the global energy player EDP holds the second conference on June 20th that wants to inspire a collective change towards a more sustainable future.
Former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon, actress and UN ambassador Cate Blanchett, and other global influential will join EDP's spokespeople on stage live from Munich.

EDP, a global energy leader with a strong presence in the European energy transition, is hosting on June 20th the 2nd edition of We Choose Earth Tour 2024 in Munich, Germany. This conference aims to inspire individuals and the public and private sectors to strive for a greener and more sustainable future for our planet by bringing together diverse and influential global voices creating a meaningful impact in their areas of expertise.

This edition will gather key speakers such as Cate Blanchett and former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. All proceeds from the ticket sales will go to One Tree Planted, a global non-profit organization that works to protect the environment through reforestation projects worldwide. Participants can buy tickets to attend in person in this link or attend online by registering here.

Cate Blanchett, an Oscar-winner actress recognized for her versatile work in independent films and blockbusters, is the co-creator and co-host of Climate of Change, a podcast featuring interviews with experts and special guests discussing the biggest challenges humankind faces with the climate crisis. Cate is also a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR).

Ban Ki-moon is a former Secretary-General of the United Nations who is recognized for mobilizing political leaders on global challenges such as prioritizing sustainable development, urgent action on climate change, and energy transition. Ban Ki-moon was crucial in promoting international cooperation on environmental issues and negotiating key agreements such as the Paris Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He was also named one of the "Top 100 Global Thinkers" by Foreign Policy and recognized as one of Forbes's most influential people.

Also present at the event will be Vincent Stanley, a prominent figure from Patagonia, a company known for integrating nature into its business model. This brand is committed to various environmental sustainability initiatives with its durable clothing line. Alex Honnold, a renowned professional rock climber and founder of the Honnold Foundation, focused on accelerating solar energy development in disadvantaged communities globally; and Kjell Nordström, a distinguished Swedish economist, writer, and speaker internationally recognized for his extensive work on globalization, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

Miguel Stilwell D'Andrade, CEO of EDP, and Vera Pinto Pereira, executive board member of the company, will also be on stage to discuss critical topics for a rapid and fair energy transition. Sandrine Dixson-Declève, Co-President of the Club of Rome, and Patricia Espinosa, former Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), will also join the dialogue. The presence of Michael Liebreich, a recognized clean energy expert and president of Liebreich Associates consultancy, and Joschka Fischer, former German Minister of Foreign Affairs and one of the most prestigious figures in the diplomatic and international world, will provide valuable perspectives on renewable energies and sustainable policies.

EDP is a global leader in the energy sector. Concretely in Europe, where the company has more than 6 GW of renewable energy installed between wind, solar utility-scale and distributed generation, as well as new technologies such as hybrids. The company has also secured storage projects in Europe and is looking to extend its presence thanks to a robust pipeline to keep growing based on a strong investment until 2026.

Notes to editors:

Journalists that wish to participate in the online live stream free of charge, please use the following link: https://ots.de/IWgWbm
Journalists that are in Munich on June 20th and wish to attend in person can register free of chage at the following link: https://ots.de/1quco4
During the event, EDP's CEO Miguel Stilwell D'Andrade will hold a press conference.
The speakers may be available to give interviews upon previous agreement.

About EDP

EDP is a global energy leader with a presence in Europe, North America, South America and Asia Pacific. The company operates across four primary platforms (Renewable Generation Assets, Networks, Client Solutions and Global Energy Management), with more than 13000 employees across the globe.

We are pioneers in renewable energy and one of the largest producers in the world through a global portfolio of assets across onshore and offshore wind and solar, as well as hydro, totaling 29GW of installed capacity. We are leveraging this portfolio continually to drive increased renewable deployment through the technologies of the future such as green hydrogen and the hybridization of renewable assets and storage, while expanding our grid infrastructure - a key enabler of the energy transition.

At EDP, we are proud to be one of the greenest utilities in the world, with 97% of our energy generated from renewable sources, and we rank first globally as the most sustainable utility company in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. We are going carbon-free by 2025, all-green by 2030, and net-zero by 2040, investing more than EUR17 billion into the energy transition by 2026. This will boost our renewable capacity, reinforce our electricity networks, support our clients, and empower communities in the transition to a more sustainable planet.

Through EDP Renewables, our business encompasses onshore wind, distributed and large-scale solar, offshore wind (through a 50/50 joint venture - Ocean Winds) and complementary technologies to renewables, such as hybridization, storage and green hydrogen.

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