Energy Security in a Changing World – The Role of Canada-Germany Partnerships

In times of geopolitical uncertainty, energy security has become more critical than ever—while also creating new opportunities for international cooperation.
Join us for a timely and insightful discussion on the role of Canada–Germany partnerships in shaping a resilient and sustainable energy future. 🇨🇦🤝🇩🇪
We are pleased to bring together leading German and Canadian experts for this high-level exchange.

🕘 Program:
• 9:30 AM – Doors Open
• 10:00 AM – Opening Remarks
• 10:20 AM – 12:20 PM – Keynote Speech, Presentation & Panel Discussion
• 12:20 PM – Closing
• Until 2:00 PM – Networking Lunch

🎤 Opening Remarks:
H.E. Tjorven Bellmann, Ambassador of Germany to Canada
Dr. Bernd Althusmann, Director, KAS Canada

🎙 Keynote Speaker:
The Hon. Laurel Broten, CEO, Invest in Canada

💬 Panelists:
Samir Kassam, Deputy Chief of Staff and Director of Policy to the Minister of Natural Resources and Energy, Tim Hodgson
Bryan N. Detchou, Senior Director, Natural Resources, Environment and Sustainability
Dr. Stefan Kaufmann, Former Innovation Commissioner of the German Federal Government for Green Hydrogen, Clean World Hydrogen Consulting
Reinhard Stuth, Managing Partner, HanBao Neue Energien GmbH

🎤 Moderator:
Dr. Sabrina Schulz, PhD, Germany Director, European Initiative for Energy Security (EIES)