From coal to green: Reskilling strategies for a just transition in Gorj County

From coal to green: Reskilling strategies for a just transition in Gorj County

The event is part of the EU Green Week 2023 series.

Date and time: June 9th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location: "Christian Tell" Gorj County Library, "Mansarta" Hall, Târgu Jiu

We are delighted to invite you to the event "From Coal to Green Economy: Reskilling Strategies for a Just Transition in Gorj County." This initiative is organized as part of the EU Green Week 2023 and represents a unique opportunity to discuss energy transition and the need for workforce reskilling.

Event's agenda:

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | Opening of the event, Cosmin-Mihai Popescu, President of the Gorj County Council (confirmed)

10:15 AM - 10:30 AM | What is a just energy transition and why do we need workforce reskilling, Ioana Petrescu, economics expert and former Minister of Finance (confirmed)

10:30 AM - 10:45 AM | Workforce preparation for adapting to a green economy in Gorj County, Romeo Chiriac, Gorj County Agency for Workforce Employment (confirmed)

10:45 AM - 11:00 AM | Presentation of the current situation and perspectives of Gorj County regarding coal phase-out and the European Green Deal, as well as training needs in the renewable energy field by Claudia Brânduș, renewable energy expert and former President of the Romanian Wind Energy Association (RWEA) (confirmed)

11:00 AM - 11:15 AM | Presentation of needs and opportunities for digital reskilling for employees and entrepreneurs in Gorj County, Radu Puchiu, digitalization expert and former State Secretary (confirmed)

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM | Q&A session and discussions among participants

We encourage you to participate in this important event, where you will have the opportunity to learn more about the impact of transitioning to a green economy in Gorj County and the necessary reskilling strategies for a just transition. Join the discussions with experts and community representatives and contribute to shaping a sustainable future for our region.

Please register in advance to secure your spot at this important event. We look forward to welcoming you at the "Christian Tell" Gorj County Library, "Mansarta" Hall, Târgu Jiu, on June 9th, between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM.

To register, please contact us by email at pttj@cjgorj.rountil June 8th, 2023, 2:00 PM.

Thank you, and we eagerly await your participation in our event!