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PC – Press conferences

Thursday, 7 May

PC6 Media

The green transition faces a literal energy drought. This press conference explores the collision of climate extremes and infrastructure, focusing on the phenomenon of Dunkelflauten (dark doldrums) where wind and solar fail simultaneously. From the choking impact of wildfire smoke on power grids to the survival strategies of modern cities, discover how science-driven policy must adapt to ensure a secure energy future.

Participants:

Iulian-Alin Rosu
Technical University of Crete, Greece

Philipp Heinrich
Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon, Geesthacht, Germany

Markus Schäfer
University of Luxembourg, Luxembourg

Cristina-Maria Iordan
NTNU, Trondheim, Norway

Convener: Asmae Ourkiya
Thu, 07 May, 10:00–11:00 (CEST)
 
Press centre
Thu, 10:00