Lithuania is at the forefront of a rapidly evolving energy landscape, with a growing focus on renewable sources and decentralized power generation. A key discussion on this transition will take place at Vilnius University on November 20th, as experts gather too explore the role of both government policy and individual prosumers – those who together consume and produce energy. The conference aims to foster dialog and address the practical considerations of a changing energy system, as Lithuania continues to pursue greater energy independence and sustainability across Europe.
A conference hosted by Vilnius University on November 20th will focus on the energy transition, the role of governments, and the potential of prosumers – consumers who also produce energy. The event comes as Lithuania, like many European nations, accelerates its shift towards renewable energy sources and decentralized power generation.
Key Details
- What? The “Energy Transformation: The Role of the State and the Potential of Prosumers” conference.
- When? November 20th.
- How? Follow the event on 15min.lt and APVA social media.
- About? The event agenda can be found here.
The conference will be opened by Minister of Energy Žygimantas Vaičiūnas and APVA (the Agency for Renewable Energy) Director Gvidas Dargužas. Participants will include representatives from government institutions, academia, and the business sector.
“The energy sector in Lithuania is changing very rapidly – the community of prosumers is growing every year, and modern energy storage technologies are becoming an integral part of the system,” said G. Dargužas. “We want not only to discuss these changes but also to provide a platform for expert dialogue and market issues.”
Expert Insights: From Government Support to Cybersecurity
The conference agenda features presentations covering practical experiences of prosumers, government policies, and the broader global context. The discussions reflect a growing emphasis on energy independence and sustainable practices across Europe.
Agnė Markauskienė, Head of the Green Transformation Department at APVA, will present the latest results of the agency’s activities in administering support measures for residents purchasing solar panels for homes or remote solar parks, as well as installing electricity storage units.
Lina Vatėnaitė, a counselor on economic issues at the European Commission Representation in Lithuania, will review Lithuania’s progress in the renewable energy sector within the European Union, highlighting key areas and the country’s potential.
Šarūnas Stanaitis, CEO of renewable energy solutions company “Inion Software,” will discuss which technological solutions are worth choosing for renewable energy, why cybersecurity is becoming an inseparable aspect of electricity generation, and how prosumers can avoid mistakes.
Saulius Gudžius, Director of the Lithuanian Energy Institute and Professor at Kaunas University of Technology, will present academic insights on the transformation of the energy system – what changes are already happening and what still awaits as the system transitions from centralized to decentralized electricity generation, and what risks and opportunities this creates for Lithuania.
Directions for More Efficient Solar Energy Development
How can Lithuania make better use of its solar resources? The conference will conclude with an expert discussion examining further directions for solar energy development, emerging challenges, and necessary systemic solutions.
The discussion will include: Vice Minister of Energy Airidas Daukšas, President of the Lithuanian Confederation of Renewable Energy Resources Martynas Nagevičius, Head of the ESO Networks Development Department Mindaugas Pranaitis, and APVA Director Gvidas Dargužas.
The “Energy Transformation: The Role of the State and the Potential of Prosumers” conference will be broadcast live on November 20th on news portal 15min.lt and APVA social media.
The event will be hosted by journalist Aurimas Perednis.
