2025 World Climate Industry EXPO

WORLD CLIMATE INDUSTRY EXPO

2025 WCE Poster
2025 WCE
POSTER
2025

“Energy for AI, AI for Energy”

  • DateAugust 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri), 2025
  • VenueBEXCO, Busan
  • HostGovernment of the Republic of Korea, IEA (International Energy Agency), World Bank

Overview

2025 WCE
Event
2025 World Climate Industry EXPO (WCE)
Date
August 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri), 2025
Venue
BEXCO, Busan
Theme
Energy for AI, AI for Energy
Host
Organizer
Korea Energy Agency (KEA)
Components
Opening Ceremony, Exhibition, Conference, Job Fair, Side Events, Experiential Programs, etc.

Key Figures

  • 53 Countries
  • 61 Side Events
  • 555 Exhibitors (6 Halls)
  • 12 Conferences (100+ Speakers)
  • 32 Foreign Governments (+24 Embassies)
  • 47 Job Fair Orgs (517 attendees)
  • 19 Government Agencies

Participating Organizations

Host

Co-host

Organizer

Program

Global Leadership Summit Energy·AI Summit Climate Summit

Day 1Aug 27 (Wed)10 sessions

TIME Room 205, 2F, BEXCO Convention Hall Grand Ballroom, 3F, BEXCO Convention Hall Rooms 214-216, 2F, Exhibition Hall 1, BEXCO Rooms 201-204, 2F, BEXCO Convention Hall Rooms 311-313, 3F, Exhibition Hall 1, BEXCO Rooms 314-317, 3F, Exhibition Hall 1, BEXCO Rooms 101-103, 1F, BEXCO Convention Hall
09:3010:15 Energy·AI SummitCFE Technology & AI Session
10:1511:30 Global Leadership SummitEU–Korea AI & Energy Seminar
11:3011:50
11:5013:10
13:1013:30 Global Leadership SummitGlobal Energy Roundtable
13:3014:00 Climate SummitForest Fire and Carbon
14:0014:10 Climate SummitMeteorological and Climate Technology
14:1014:30
14:3014:45 Global Leadership SummitKorea–IEA Global Forum on Energy & AI Energy·AI SummitAI and Energy Transition
14:4515:00 Energy·AI SummitInternational Clean Hydrogen Forum
15:0015:30 Energy·AI SummitClimate Technology & AI
15:3016:25
16:2516:30
16:3017:00 Global Leadership SummitKorea-WB Global Forum
17:0017:30
17:3018:00

Day 2Aug 28 (Thu)2 sessions

TIME Room 205, 2F, BEXCO Convention Hall
10:0012:00 Global Leadership SummitKEA-ADB High-Level Clean Energy Dialogue
12:0013:30
13:3015:30 Climate SummitGlobal Climate Technology Future Strategy

Side Events

Side events, seminars, forums and hands-on programs held during the expo — organized by date and time.

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August 27 (Wed) 2

  • Side Event

    AI & Energy: Delivering EU and Korea's Digital and Green Ambitions

    AI와 에너지: EU와 한국의 디지털·녹색 전환 실현
    • Time10:15 AM-11:50 AM
    • VenueRoom 214-216
    • HostEU Delegation to the Republic of Korea
  • Side Event

    Strengthening Capacity for Carbon Neutrality and Climate Crisis Response in Agriculture and Rural Areas

    • Time3:30PM - 5:30 PM
    • VenueRomm 106-107
    • HostMinistry of Agriculture Food and Rural Afaairs

August 28 (Thu) 26

  • Side Event

    Technical Seminar on Industrial Complex Strategies for Responding to Global Carbon Regulations

    • Time09:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    • VenueRoom 313
    • HostKTL
  • Side Event

    (Closed) 8th Weather and ClimateTech Startup Idea Contest Award Ceremony

    • Time10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 311
    • HostKMA
  • Side Event

    Weather and Climate Data Convergence Analysis Best Practice Competition

    • Time10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 312
    • HostKMA/KMI
  • Side Event

    Digital Transformation Strategy Forum for Energy Demand Sector Using AI

    • Time10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 217
    • HostKETEP
  • Side Event

    Energy and Forest Welfare Achievements Presentation for Vulnerable Populations Responding to the Climate Crisis

    • Time10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    • VenueRoom 317
    • HostKEA
  • Side Event

    (Closed) 2025 Energy Demand Policy Advisory Committee

    • Time10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    • VenueRoom 216
    • HostKEA
  • Seminar / Forum

    Youth Climate Action Live With UNEP The Development and Future of the Climate Industry, Led by Young Climate and Environmental Activists

    • Time10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • VenueConvention Hall, Rooms 101-103
    • HostECONOW
  • Seminar / Forum

    Climate&Energy Job Fair

    • Time10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • VenueGrand Ballroom, Convention Hall
    • HostKEA
  • Seminar / Forum

    World Bank Flagship Report Launch

    • Time11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • VenueConvention Hall, Rooms 201-204
    • HostWorld Bank
  • Side Event

    2025 Global ESCO Seminar

    • Time12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 316
    • HostKEA/KAESCO
  • Side Event

    2025 Global Carbon Neutrality Technology Conference

    • Time1:00 PM – 3:10 PM
    • VenueRooms 211–213
    • HostKOIIA
  • Side Event

    (Closed) Climate Tech Company Field Meeting: Growth Network with VC

    • Time1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 216
    • HostKOSME, KOIIA
  • Side Event

    Expert Seminar for Developing Policies in the Weather Industry

    • Time1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 313
    • HostKMA/KMI
  • Side Event

    Clean Energy Forum for Decarbonizing the Semiconductor Supply Chain

    • Time1:25 PM – 5:00 PM
    • VenueRooms 214–215
    • HostSEMI
  • Side Event

    Busan Hydrogen Alliance Korea-Japan Business Forum

    • Time1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
    • VenueRooms 314–315
    • HostBusan Metropolitan City
  • Side Event

    Forum on the Transition of Energy-Intensive Devices and Technology Development Strategies in the Era of AI

    • Time1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
    • VenueRoom 217
    • HostKETEP
  • Side Event

    2026 Meteorological Observation Equipment Procurement Plan Briefing

    • Time2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 312
    • HostKMA
  • Side Event

    (Closed) Solar Industry Technology Exchange and Policy Roundtable

    • Time2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 317
    • HostKorea Solar Construction Association
  • Seminar / Forum

    Industrial Policy Seminar on Proactive Compliance with Climate Regulations

    • Time2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • VenueConvention Hall, Rooms 201-204
    • HostKEA(Climate Policy Office)
  • Seminar / Forum

    Training and Roundtable for Local Government Officials in Charge of Energy Vouchers in the Second Half of 2025

    • Time2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • VenueConvention Hall, Rooms 106-108
    • HostKEA(Energy Welfare Office)
  • Side Event

    Weather R&D Results Dissemination and Networking

    • Time3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 311
    • HostKMA/KMI
  • Side Event

    Preparing for the Climate Crisis with Smart Observation Technology

    • Time3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 313
    • HostKMI
  • Talk Concert

    Talk Concert with GweDo

    • Time3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    • VenueMain Stage
  • Side Event

    WCE CCU (Carbon Capture and Utilization) Seminar

    • Time4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    • VenueRooms 314–315
    • HostBusan Metropolitan City
  • Side Event

    (Closed) Industrial Complex Group Energy Low-Carbon Energy Transition Direction

    • Time4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 216
    • HostKCGA
  • Seminar / Forum

    KENTECH's Strategy for Developing Future Energy and AI Leaders: KENTECH Energy Policy Institute (KEPI) Inaugural Forum

    • Time4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • VenueConvention Hall, Rooms 101-103
    • HostKENTECH

August 29 (Fri) 19

  • Side Event

    (Closed) Seoul CAN (Campus Carbon Neutrality Council) Information Sharing Seminar

    • Time9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 216
    • HostKEA
  • Side Event

    Regional Specialized Project (Legend 50+) Technology Exchange Meeting

    • Time9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    • VenueRoom 316
    • HostBusan Metropolitan City
  • Side Event

    General Assembly of the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Power Generation Cluster Business Council

    • Time9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 311
    • HostPohang Technopark (PTP)
  • Side Event

    (Closed) Industrial Adaptation Council Workshop (Round 2)

    • Time9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 214
    • HostKEA
  • Side Event

    CMKF-GIH Climate Technology Global Partnership Conference: Expanding Asian Cooperation and Startup Ecosystems

    • Time10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    • VenueRooms 314–315
    • HostHyundai Motor Jung Mong-Koo Foundation, NIGT, CWF, KOIIA
  • Side Event

    Briefing Session on the Transition of LED Luminaires to the Efficiency Management Equipment Program

    • Time10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    • VenueRooms 211-213
    • HostKEA
  • Side Event

    2025 International Seminar on Overseas Eco-Industrial Development (EID) Projects

    • Time10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
    • VenueRoom 215
    • HostKEA
  • Side Event

    (Closed) 2025 KS Certification Auditor Technical Training

    • Time10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 317
    • HostKEA
  • Side Event

    The Beginning of the Energy Transition: Solar Solutions and BIPV Technology Strategies for Industrial Complexes

    • Time10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    • VenueRoom 217
    • HostGrandsun Engineering Co., Ltd.
  • Side Event

    The Sun Is Shining, but the Grid Is Shaking – PV and ESS Operation Strategies for Grid Contribution in the Era of Distributed Energy

    • Time10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 312
    • HostSungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd.
  • Hands-on Event

    2025 RISE UIC X

    • Time10:00-15:00
    • VenueMain Stage
    • HostKorea Council of College Industry-Academic Cooperation, DX Governance Council, KNN, Busan University of Science and Technology, AWS Korea, Ministry of Education, National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF)
  • Side Event

    2025 Meteorological and Climate Industry and Climate Tech Water Energy (Seminar)

    • Time10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 313
    • HostThe Korea Energy Economic Newspaper
  • Side Event

    Seminar on Strategies for the Development of the Smart LED Lighting Industry

    • Time1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 214
    • HostKEA
  • Side Event

    2025 KEEP 30 Technology and Policy Seminar

    • Time1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 217
    • HostKEA
  • Side Event

    Busan Energy Porum

    • Time1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
    • VenueRoom 316
    • HostBusan Metropolitan City
  • Side Event

    cRD&D Seminar to Accelerate the Expansion of Energy Storage Systems (ESS)

    • Time2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    • VenueRooms 314–315
    • HostCTCN, UNFCCC, NIGT, KOIIA, KIER
  • Side Event

    Cybersecurity Framework and Application Cases in the Energy Industry Systems

    • Time2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 313
    • HostDNV Business Assurance Korea Ltd
  • Side Event

    Agrophotovoltaics: The Journey Begins

    • Time2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 312
    • HostSeungHwa Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Side Event

    Seminar on the 2025 Offshore Wind Industry Outlook: Global Trends and South Korea’s Strategy

    • Time2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    • VenueRoom 216
    • HostEnergy and Space Co., Ltd.

During the Event · Daily 14

  • Side Event

    Domestic Sales Consultation Meeting

    • DateAug. 27 (Wed) – Aug. 29 (Fri)
    • Time9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    • VenueExhibition Hall 1
    • HostKODMA
  • Side Event

    Export Consultation Meeting

    • DateAug. 27 (Wed) – Aug. 29 (Fri)
    • Time9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    • VenueExhibition Hall 2
    • HostKOTRA
  • Side Event

    Consulting on Patent Technology Transfer

    • DateAug. 27 (Wed) – Aug. 29 (Fri)
    • Time9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    • VenueExhibition Hall 1
    • HostKIER
  • Side Event

    2025 Net Zero Seminar

    • DateAugust 27 (Wed) 2:00 PM-3:10 PM, August 28 (Thu) 11:00 AM-4:00PM, August 29 (Fri) 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
    • VenueSeminar space in the Carbon Neutral Hall of Exhibition Hall 1
    • HostKOIIA
  • Hands-on Event

    AI Curator Docent Tour

    • DateAug 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri)
    • TimeAll-day Operation
    • VenueExhibition Hall 1 Participating Company Booths
  • Hands-on Event

    Energy Walk with Stamps

    • DateAug 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri)
    • TimeAll-day Operation
    • VenueExhibition Hall 1 Information Desk
  • Hands-on Event

    Exhibitor Energy Quiz Show

    • DateAug 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri)
    • TimeHourly Operation
    • VenueExhibition Hall 1 Participating Company Booths
  • Hands-on Event

    Let’s Act! Energy Roulette

    • DateAug 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri)
    • TimeAll-day Operation
    • VenueTemperature Awareness Campaign Booth
  • Hands-on Event

    One Energy Shot — AI Energy Snapshot

    • DateAug 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri)
    • TimeAll-day Operation
    • VenueEvent Zone
  • Hands-on Event

    WCE Ice-bot Station

    • DateAug 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri)
    • TimeAll-day Operation
    • VenueEvent Zone
  • Hands-on Event

    Beyond the Wall: Energy Star VR

    • DateAug 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri)
    • TimeAll-day Operation
    • VenueEvent Zone
  • Hands-on Event

    Upcycling Tea Coaster Experience

    • DateAug 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri)
    • TimeHourly Operation
    • VenueEvent Zone
  • Hands-on Event

    Conversational ‘AI-stein’

    • DateAug 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri)
    • TimeAll-day Operation
    • VenueExhibition Hall 1, Hall 2 Entrance
  • Hands-on Event

    Busan Tourism Organization Pop-up

    • DateAug 27 (Wed) – 29 (Fri)
    • TimeAll-day Operation
    • VenueEvent Zone

Key Outcomes

Co-hosted with IEA and WB — Enhancing Global Impact
  • Expansion of global partnerships through co-hosting with the IEA and World Bank
  • Discussion on the direction of energy and AI through the Korea–IEA Energy & AI Global Forum, Korea–WB Global Forum, and keynote by Fatih Birol (IEA Executive Director)
Energy Super Week — Laying the Groundwork for the APEC Summit
  • Linked the 2025 WCE with three major energy ministerial meetings — APEC, CEM, and MI — held simultaneously in Busan at the end of August
  • Promoted the new government's climate and energy policy direction domestically and internationally, strengthened international leadership, and laid the groundwork for the successful hosting of the October APEC Summit
Expanding Global Participation and Strengthening Cooperation
  • Attended by government representatives from 32 countries, ambassadors from 15 countries, 24 embassy delegations, the IEA Executive Director, and the WB Vice President, among others
  • Over 500 overseas participants from more than 50 countries visited Korea
  • Wide-ranging exchange of views with the international community through 12 global conference sessions
  • Participation by global companies including Microsoft, Google, NVIDIA, RWE, and GE Vernova
Boosting Public Interest and Participation
  • 555 companies including major corporations such as Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, SK, Hyundai Motor, and POSCO / 1,760 booths operated
  • Held a Climate & Energy Public Institution Job Fair, increasing youth interest and securing potential talent
  • Provided diverse participatory content including an influencer talk concert (YouTuber "Orbit") and VR technology experiences
  • Offered diverse attractions and interactive content including a climate talk show and VR technology experiences
Key Outcomes
Energy Super Week in Busan
Date / TimeAug 26 (Tue.), 2025, 19:00–21:10
VenueBusan Cinema Center Outdoor Theater
AttendeesApproximately 300 attendees including APEC, CEM/MI ministerial-level officials, government delegations, and guests of the WCE
Program➊ Cocktail Reception & Networking ➋ Official Programme (Welcome Remarks · Dinner Speech · Congratulatory Address) ➌ Dinner ➍ Celebratory Performance ➎ Group Photo
Opening Ceremony
Date / TimeAug 27 (Wed.), 2025, 12:00–13:00
VenueGrand Ballroom (Room 301), Convention Hall, BEXCO Busan
AttendeesApproximately 1,000 attendees including domestic and international government officials, international organisations, industry representatives, and the general public
Program➊ Theme Video ➋ Opening Address ➌ Welcome Address ➍ Keynote Speech ➎ Group Photo
Conference | Aug 27–29 (Wed.–Fri.), 2025 · Comprising 3 Summits and 12 Conferences
Summit NameConference NameOutcomes
Global
Leadership
Summit
Korea-IEA Energy & AI Global Forum
Approximately 400 participants including MOTIE, IEA, Google, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and LG Energy Solution
(Key Outcomes) Discussed the direction of energy AI with major companies including Microsoft, Google, NVIDIA, and GE under the theme 'Energy for AI, AI for Energy'
Korea–World Bank Global Forum
Approximately 200 participants including World Bank and energy-related institutions and companies
(Key Outcomes) Led by the World Bank, discussed the direction for expanding resilient energy including smart energy systems in the East Asia Pacific region
KEA–ADB Clean Energy Dialogue
Approximately 200 participants including ADB, developing-country governments, and related institutions
(Key Outcomes) KEA and ADB jointly discussed sustainable low-carbon innovation measures with international organisations, developing-country governments, and technology companies
Clean Energy
CEM, MI, and others participated
(Key Outcomes) Discussed policies, enabling factors, early responses, and strategies for overcoming barriers to expand the supply of clean fuels
Global Energy Round Table
Approximately 140 key guests from 49 countries participated
(Key Outcomes) Domestic and international leaders including ministerial-level officials, ambassadors to Korea, and corporate executives gathered to discuss climate response strategies
Energy
AI Summit
International Clean Hydrogen Forum
292 participants including GGGI, KIER, and Hyundai Motor
(Key Outcomes) Presentations on the future of clean energy, the role of hydrogen as an energy storage medium, and clean hydrogen demonstration cases
Climate Tech and Artificial Intelligence
Approximately 160 participants including the Presidential Commission on Carbon Neutrality and Green Growth, BloombergNEF, 42Maru, and Samsung C&T
(Key Outcomes) Discussion on the climate impact of AI technology and the development direction of the climate tech industry
AI and Energy Transition
Approximately 130 participants including domestic and international institutions, companies, experts, and citizens in the relevant field
(Key Outcomes) Discussion on Busan's energy innovation city model and improving energy storage and efficiency through AI
CFE Technology & AI
Approximately 170 participants including domestic and international energy experts, government officials, and corporate and institutional representatives
(Key Outcomes) Discussion on expanding carbon-free power sources and optimizing energy systems using AI to build early AI industry infrastructure
Climate
Summit
Global Climate Technology Future Strategy
Approximately 120 domestic and international experts in hydrogen and CCU participated
(Key Outcomes) Highlighted the importance of hydrogen and CCU technologies as key tools for carbon neutrality and explored innovative technology development strategies
Outstanding Meteorological & Climate Technologies
157 participants including KMA, KMIA, and meteorological and climate industry stakeholders
(Key Outcomes) Introducing outstanding domestic and international meteorological technologies and presenting best-practice cases for utilizing meteorological and climate information
Wildfires and Carbon
Approximately 100 participants including forestry cooperation countries, experts, private companies, public institutions, and students
(Key Outcomes) Discussion on major countries' wildfire prevention policies in preparation for mega-wildfires and science-based wildfire disaster management using AI
Exhibition
  • 555 companies participated, 1,760 booths operated, and 36,082 climate industry visitors attended
CategoryKey Exhibition ContentsNo. of BoothsNo. of Companies
Hall 1Ministry of Trade, Industry and EnergyFuture Energy PavilionAI & energy, robotics, mobility, high-efficiency equipment, etc. (Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, SK, Hyundai Motor, etc.)24577
Clean Power HallRenewable energy, nuclear power, clean power, etc. (Doosan, Hanwha Q Cells, Korea Zinc, KEPCO, etc.)668200
Energy Highway HallNext-generation grid solutions, ultra-high voltage power equipment, etc. (HD Electric, LS Electric, Hyosung Heavy Industries)903
Carbon Neutrality HallCarbon-neutral innovative technologies, etc. (POSCO, Korea National Oil Corporation, etc.)22578
Weather & Climate Industry PavilionMeteorological observation, weather information solutions, etc. (C-TEC, Control-F, Msol, etc.)10240
Sub-total1,330398
Hall 2Environment & Energy Hall (Busan City)Resource recycling and eco-friendly technologies (Busan E&E, Korea Environment Corporation, etc.)430157
Sub-total430157
Total1,760555
Exhibition Hall Setup
Exhibition Hall 1Exhibition Hall 2
Exhibition Hall 1 조성도Exhibition Hall 2 조성도
➀ Future Energy Hall ➁ Clean Power Hall ➂ Energy Highway Hall ➃ Carbon Neutrality Hall ➄ Meteorological & Climate Industry HallEnvironment & Energy Pavilion
Side Events
  • Job Fair, Business Consultations, Youth Live , a total of 61items Side Events held
Job Fair
Date / TimeAug 28 (Thu.), 2025, 10:00–17:00
VenueGrand Ballroom (3F), Convention Hall, BEXCO Busan
Participating Institutions47 public institutions related to climate, industry, technology, and energy
Target ParticipantsJob seekers interested in careers in the climate and energy sectors
Key Results
517persons
Total Attendees
1,310 events
Total Consultations

Replay

Opening Ceremony Overview

Date / TimeAugust 27 (Wed), 2025, 12:00–13:00
VenueBEXCO Busan, Convention Hall Grand Ballroom (3F)
Main ProgramTheme Video, Opening Address, Welcome Remarks, Keynote Speeches, etc.

Opening Address / Welcome Remarks

Kim Min-seokOpening Address

Kim Min-seok

Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea

We hope that through the World Climate Industry EXPO and Energy Super Week in Busan, nations around the world will explore paths to address the climate crisis and advance the energy transition together — and that international cooperation will achieve carbon neutrality, energy security, and economic growth through the convergence of AI and energy.

Park Hyeong-junWelcome Remarks

Park Hyeong-jun

Mayor of Busan Metropolitan City

We hope this will be an opportunity for international organizations, businesses, and citizens to leap forward toward a sustainable future, and for Busan to grow into a global hub for cooperation on AI and the energy transition.

Manuela FerroWelcome Remarks

Manuela Ferro

Vice President, World Bank (WB)

Emphasizing that the climate response and energy transition are critical challenges the international community must solve together, the World Bank will continue to expand cooperation to support sustainable growth in developing and emerging economies.

Keynote Speaker Lineup

Fatih BirolKeynote Address

State of Energy Markets, Technology, and Innovation

Fatih Birol

Executive Director, International Energy Agency (IEA)

Under Dr. Birol's leadership, the IEA has positioned itself as a global frontrunner in achieving international climate targets, strengthening energy security, and managing the social and economic impacts of the clean energy transition / Named among TIME magazine's 100 most influential people (TIME100) / Recognised by Forbes as one of the most influential figures in the energy sector

Michelle PatronKeynote Address

The Power Driving Progress: AI and Clean Energy

Michelle Patron

Head of Energy Policy, Microsoft

Former Senior Director for Energy & Climate, NSC, The White House, and Special Assistant to the President (2013–2015) / Former Senior Director, PIRA Energy Group / Former Energy Attaché, U.S. Embassy in Beijing

Event Highlights

Opening Ceremony VOD

Full Schedule

Day 18. 27(Wed.)
TimeConvention HallExhibition Hall 1
Rooms 101-103Rooms 201-204Room 205Grand BallroomRooms 211–213Rooms 214-216Rooms 311-313Rooms 314-317
Morning
CFE Technology & AI
09:30 – 11:30
CF Alliance
Lunch
Opening Ceremony
12:00 – 13:00
Afternoon
Climate Tech and
AI
15:00 – 17:00
2050 CNGG Commission
Outstanding Weather & Climate
Technology
14:00 – 16:30
Korea Meteorological Administration
Global Energy
Round Table
13:10 – 14:10
KCCI
Invitation Only
Korea-WB
Global Forum
16:30 – 18:00
KEA/WB
Korea–IEA Energy & AI
Global Forum
14:30 – 16:25
MOTIE/IEA
Clean
Energy
13:00 – 18:00
CEM/MI
AI and
Energy Transition
14:30 – 16:30
Busan Metropolitan City
Wildfire and
Carbon
13:30 – 15:30
Korea Forest Service
Clean Hydrogen
International Forum
14:45 – 17:30
Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy
Day 28. 28(Thu.)
TimeConvention Hall
Room 205Grand Ballroom
Morning
KEA-ADB
Clean Energy Dialogue
10:00 – 12:00
KEA/ADB
Recruitment
Briefing Session
10:00 – 17:00
MOTIE/KEA
Afternoon
Global Climate Technology
Future Strategy
13:30 – 15:30
MSIT

Conference Details

Korea–IEA Energy & AI Global Forum

Date / Time14:30–16:25
VenueBusan BEXCO, Convention Hall Grand Ballroom
ThemeEnergy for AI, AI for Energy
SpeakersHyun Hee-won (Energy Investment Analyst, IEA) · Fatih Birol (Executive Director, IEA) · Timur Gul (Chief Energy Technology Officer, IEA) · Mazden Hanna (Head of Energy & Sustainability Policy, Google) · Michelle Patron (Global Head of Energy, Connectivity & Sustainability Policy, Microsoft) · Joshua Parker (Senior Director of Sustainability, NVIDIA) · Michael May (Head of Data Analytics & AI, Siemens) · Jeon Dong-wook (Executive, LG Energy Solution) · Kim Tae-yoon (Head of Critical Minerals Supply Chain Policy, IEA) · Kim Hong-seok (Professor, Sogang University) · Juliette Propizi (AI Team Lead, French Ministry of Ecological Transition) · Pankaj Sharma (VP of Secure Power & Services, Schneider Electric) · Jens Burgstedt Orpelt (VP & Regional Head, RWE Renewables) · Han Hyun-soo (Korea Representative, GE Vernova Gas Power)

Korea–World Bank Global Forum

Date / Time16:30–18:00
VenueBusan BEXCO, Convention Hall Room 205
ThemeSmart and Resilient Energy Systems for a Carbon-Neutral Future
SpeakersSeo Yun-gyu (KEA Section Chief) · Lee Sang-hun (KEA President) · Sudeshna Ghosh Banerjee (World Bank Regional Practice Director) · Claudia Ines Vasquez-Suarez (World Bank Practice Manager) · Kim Yun-seong (CEO, Energy and Space Co., Ltd.) · Mio Mint (World Bank Senior Energy Specialist) · Kim Hee-jip (CEO, EnergIdea) · Keshan Samarasinghe (GGGI Policy and Business Development Expert)

EU–Korea AI & Energy Seminar

Date / Time10:15–11:50
VenueBusan BEXCO, Exhibition Hall 1, Rooms 214–216
ThemeAI and Energy: Realizing the Digital and Green Transition in the EU and Korea

Global Energy Round Table

Date / Time13:10–14:10
VenueBusan BEXCO, Convention Hall Room 205
ThemeAI & Energy
SpeakersFatih Birol (IEA Executive Director)

International Clean Hydrogen Forum

Date / Time14:45–17:30
VenueBusan BEXCO, Exhibition Hall 1, Rooms 314–317
ThemeThe Role of Clean Power and Clean Hydrogen in Achieving '2050 Net Zero'
SpeakersDaria Nochevnik (Hydrogen Council Head of Policy and External Affairs) · Laurent Antoni (IPHE Executive Secretary) · James Walker (IRENA Innovation and End-Use Division Acting Head) · Arend de Groot (TNO Senior Consultant, Green Hydrogen) · Petra Schwager (UNIDO Director) · Jang Chang-seon (GGGI Deputy Director General) · Ahn Dong-bok (Samsung C&T Executive Director) · Seo Gwang-young (Aqua Power Executive Director, Korea Market Head)

Climate Tech and Artificial Intelligence

Date / Time15:00–17:00
VenueBusan BEXCO, Convention Hall Rooms 101–103
ThemeDirections for 'Sustainable AI' and Climate Tech Industry Development
SpeakersKim Jong-ryul (Presidential Commission on Carbon Neutrality and Green Growth Deputy Secretary General) · Ali Izadi (Bloomberg LP Asia-Pacific Head) · Kim Pil-su (Naver Cloud Executive Director) · Kim Dong-hwan (CEO, 42Maru Co., Ltd.) · Jung Ki-seok (Samsung C&T Executive Director) · Jung Su-jong (Seoul National University Professor) · Kim Tae-yun (UNFCCC Programme Officer) · Kim Jin-suk (Deloitte Korea Partner) · Park Hun-young (Kakao PL) · Lee Bang-sil (SK Hynix Vice President)

AI and Energy Transition

Date / Time14:30–16:30
VenueBusan BEXCO, Exhibition Hall 1, Rooms 214–216
ThemeAI and Energy Transition: Innovation for Sustainable Cities
SpeakersSeong Hui-yeop (Busan Metropolitan City Future Innovation Deputy Mayor) · Yu Jong-min (Hongik University Associate Professor) · Giorgia Rambelli (CGEP Director) · Jo Heon-hyeok (LG CNS Executive) · Hong Jong-ho (Seoul National University Professor) · Kim Jin-hyo (Lee & Ko Senior Foreign Attorney) · Min Hyeon-gi (LS Electric Co. Team Leader) · Gulshan Basistha (GGGI Financial Strategy Cooperation Team Leader) · Bae Hong-gwon (Busan Metropolitan City Future Energy Industry Division Chief)

CFE Technology and AI

Date / Time09:30–11:30
VenueBusan BEXCO, Exhibition Hall 1, Rooms 314–317
ThemeThe Potential of CFE Technology in the Age of AI
SpeakersHoesung Lee (Chairman, Carbon Free Alliance) · Rich Powell (CEO, CEBA) · Rich Powell (CEO, CEBA) · Hoesung Lee (Chairman, Carbon Free Alliance) · Eric Gibbs (Senior VP, CEBA) · Kim Tae-yoon (Head of Critical Minerals, IEA) · Divya Kottadiel (Senior Specialist, SEforALL) · William Hudson (APAC Director of Energy & Sustainability Policy, Microsoft) · Lee Bo-ram (Executive / Secretary-General, Samsung Electronics)

Outstanding Meteorological & Climate Technologies

Date / Time14:00–16:30
VenueBusan BEXCO, Convention Hall Rooms 201–204
ThemeThe Future of Industry Opened by Meteorological & Climate Technology
SpeakersKim Seung-hui (KMA Deputy Director General) · Hwang Myeong-gyun (KMIA President) · Kari Ruukkonen (Vaisala VP Technology Solutions) · Lee Jin-u (WeatherNews Inc. Division Head) · Kim Jong-gyu (Sixty Hertz CEO) · Myeong Gwang-min (D.I. Lab CEO)

Wildfires and Carbon

Date / Time13:30–15:30
VenueBusan BEXCO, Exhibition Hall 1, Rooms 311–313
ThemeChallenges and Opportunities for Wildfire Response and Carbon Neutrality
SpeakersGang Ho-sang (Korean Society of Forest Science Chair) · Lee Mi-ra (Korea Forest Service Deputy Director General) · Jeon Eui-chan (Sejong University Distinguished Professor) · Yeo Un-sang (Busan Research Institute Senior Research Fellow) · Kim Hyeong-su (Treeplanet CEO) · Kim Gwan-ho (Korea Forest Service Section Chief) · Kim U-seong (Baeknyeonsup Social Cooperative Researcher) · Zalpa Dewi Ulan Kusuma (Indonesian Ministry of Forestry Technical Policy Analyst) · So Sun-jin (Korea Forestry Promotion Institute Division Head) · Park Jeong-ho (Asia Forest Research Institute Director) · Haruni Krisnawati (Senior Adviser to Indonesian Minister of Forestry for Climate Change)

KEA–ADB Clean Energy Dialogue

Date / Time10:00–12:00
VenueBusan BEXCO, Convention Hall Room 205
ThemeInnovative Solutions for a Sustainable Low-Carbon Future
SpeakersPark Yun-gyeong (KEA Team Leader) · Shin Bu-nam (KEA Climate Action Director) · Priyantha Wijayatunga (ADB Principal Director, Energy Division) · Lin Yang (UNESCAP Deputy Executive Secretary) · (KTM) Udayanga Hemapala (Sri Lanka Deputy Minister of Power and Energy) · Kim Hyo-eun (Global Industry Hub CEO) · Jeon Dong-wook (LG Energy Solution Executive Director) · Nam Gi-young (ADB Senior Energy Economist) · Mikael Melin (SEforALL Team Leader) · Henri Paillere (IAEA Head, Planning and Economic Studies Section) · Oh Seong-jin (IEA Energy Analyst)

Global Climate Technology Future Strategy

Date / Time13:30–15:30
VenueBusan BEXCO, Convention Hall Room 205
ThemeKey Climate Technology Innovation Strategies to Address Climate Change
SpeakersJeong Taek-ryeol (Ministry of Science and ICT Director, Public Convergence Research Policy Division) · Lee Chang-geun (KIER President) · Kim U-jae (Ewha Womans University Professor) · Bae Cheol-seong (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Ford Foundation Professor) · Boskoski Pavle (Jožef Stefan Institute Senior Researcher and Associate Professor) · Colin Snape (University of Nottingham Professor of Chemical Engineering)

Event Highlights

Korea–IEA Global Forum
Korea–World Bank Global Forum
KEA–ADB Clean Energy Dialogue
Clean Energy Session
Global Energy Roundtable
International Clean Hydrogen Forum
Climate Tech and Artificial Intelligence
AI and Energy Transition
CFE Technology & AI
Global Climate Technology Future Strategy
Outstanding Meteorological & Climate Technologies
Wildfires and Carbon
Exhibition Hall 1 (1F, Halls 1·2·3)
Exhibition Hall 1 Floor Plan

Future Energy Pavilion (Korea Energy Show)

Exhibition Content: AI, robotics, mobility, high-efficiency equipment, energy solutions, etc.

Exhibition Name: 2025 Korea Energy Show (Korea Energy Show 2025)

Host / Organizer: Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy / Korea Energy Agency (KEA)

Website: Website Link

Clean Power Hall (Korea Energy Show)

Exhibition Content: Renewable energy, power grids, nuclear technology, etc.

Exhibition Name: 2025 Korea Energy Show (Korea Energy Show 2025)

Host / Organizer: Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy / Korea Energy Agency (KEA)

Website: Website Link

Carbon Neutrality Hall (Net Zero EXPO)

Exhibition Content: Carbon-neutral innovative technologies, etc.

Exhibition Name: 2025 Net Zero EXPO (Net Zero EXPO 2025)

Host / Organizer: Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy / Korea Industrial Intelligence Association

Website: Website Link

Weather & Climate Industry Pavilion (KCMIE)

Exhibition Content: Meteorological observation, weather information solutions, meteorological technology products, etc.

Exhibition Name: 2025 Korea Climate Meteorological Industry Expo (KCMIE 2025)

Host / Organizer: Korea Meteorological Administration / Korea Meteorological Industry Technology Agency

Website: Website Link

Energy Highway Hall (Energy Highway Hall)

Exhibition Content: HVDC, ESS, transformers, submarine cables, offshore substations, etc.

Host / Organizer: Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy / Korea Industrial Intelligence Association

Exhibition Hall 2 (1F, Hall 4)
Exhibition Hall 2 Floor Plan

Environment & Energy Pavilion (Environment & Energy Tech)

Exhibition Content: Water quality management, resource recycling, air environment, and other eco-friendly technologies and products

Exhibition Name: 2025 International Environment & Energy Industry Exhibition (Environment & Energy Tech 2025)

Host / Organizer: Busan Metropolitan City, Kookje Newspaper / BEXCO

Website: Website Link

Major Exhibition Participating Companies
POSCO Group 로고
POSCO Group
Doosan Group 로고
Doosan Group
Sungrow Power Korea 로고
Sungrow Power Korea
SK Innovation E&S 로고
SK Innovation E&S
Hyundai Motor 로고
Hyundai Motor
LG Electronics 로고
LG Electronics
Samsung Electronics 로고
Samsung Electronics
Hanwha Solutions Qcells 로고
Hanwha Solutions Qcells
Korea Zinc 로고
Korea Zinc
Hyosung Heavy Industries 로고
Hyosung Heavy Industries
HD Hyundai 로고
HD Hyundai
LS Electric / LS Cable & System 로고
LS Electric / LS Cable & System
(주)Grand Sun Technology Group 로고
(주)Grand Sun Technology Group
Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Co., Ltd. 로고
Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Co., Ltd.
Equinor Korea 로고
Equinor Korea
Otec Carrier 로고
Otec Carrier

Public Institution Job Fair

Date & VenueAug 28 (Thu.), 2025, 10:00–17:00, BEXCO Grand Ballroom (3F)
Participating Organizations48 public institutions and global companies in climate, industry, and energy (45 public institutions — MOTIE 27, related ministries 18 / international organizations: World Bank, GGGI / global company: RWE)
ProgramIntroduction of 5 presenting organizations and 1:1 counseling booths — ① by pre-registration ② on-site registration
Program
CategoryTimeDetailsRemarks
Part 110:00~10:05 (5')GreetingPresident, Korea Energy Agency
10:05~10:10 (5')Voice of HopeKEA Intern
10:10~10:30 (20')Introduction to International OrganisationsWB, GGGI
10:30~12:00 (90')1-on-1 Institution Career ConsultationConsultation tables by institution
Part 214:00~14:30 (30')Public Institution IntroductionKorea Gas Corporation, Korea Energy Agency, KEPCO
14:30~16:40 (130')1-on-1 Institution Career ConsultationConsultation tables by institution
16:40~17:00 (20')Prize Draw EventMC: Professional Host
Participating Institutions
Parent MinistryInstitution
Private (3)World Bank,  GGGI,  RWE
MOTIE (27)KEPCO, Korea Gas Corporation, Korea National Oil Corporation, Korea District Heating Corporation, Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power, Korea South-East Power, Korea Western Power, Korea Power Engineering Company, KEPCO KPS, KEPCO KDN, Korea Trade Insurance Corporation, Korea Electrical Safety Corporation, Korea Gas Safety Corporation, Korea Industrial Complex Corporation, Korea Energy Agency, Korea Power Exchange, KETEP, Korea Petroleum Quality & Distribution Authority, Korea Radioactive Waste Agency, Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology (KIAT), Korea Evaluation Institute of Industrial Technology (KEIT), Korea Institute of Design Promotion (KIDP), Korea Testing Laboratory (KTL), Korea Nuclear Fuel Co., Korea Association of Robot Industry, Carbon Industries Promotion Agency, Korea Energy Economics Institute (KEEI)
KMA (2)Korea Meteorological Industry Technology Agency (KMIA), APEC Climate Center (APCC)
Busan City (7)Busan Transportation Corporation, Busan Urban Corporation, Busan Facilities Corporation, Busan Environmental Corporation, BEXCO, Busan Tourism Organization, Busan Jobs Center
MOF (2)Korea Marine Environment Management Corporation (KOEM), Korea Institute of Ocean Science & Technology (KIOST)
Korea Forest Service (4)Korea Forest Welfare Institute, Korea Forestry Promotion Institute, Korea National Arboretum, Korea Hiking & Trekking Support Center
MAFRA (3)Korea Rural Community Corporation (KRC), Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aT), Korea Institute of Animal Products Quality Evaluation (KAPE)

Event Highlights

  • A total of 60 side events held including conferences, seminars, forums, and consultations (Aug 27–29) · ★ Featured
Date (August)Event NameHost · OrganiserVenue
Aug 27 (Wed.) – 29 (Fri.)
(5)
★ Sales Consultation FairKorea SME Distribution Corp.Exhibition Hall 1
Technology Transfer ConsultingKorea Institute of Energy Research (KIER)
2025 Carbon Neutrality SeminarKorea Association of Smart Industry
★ Export Consultation FairKorea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA)Exhibition Hall 2
KEC Electrical Design Programme Usage Technical SeminarKorea Electric Engineers Association
Aug 27 (Wed.)
(2)
Carbon Neutrality Energy Grand Transition ForumKookje Newspaper, etc.Convention Hall
Busan Metropolitan City Chemical Accident Response SeminarBusan Metropolitan City
Aug 28 (Thu.)
(34)
★ Job FairMOTIE / Korea Energy Agency (KEA)Convention Hall
★ Youth LiveEcoNow
Future Energy & AI Leader Development Strategy ForumKorea Institute of Energy Technology (KENTECH)
World Bank East Asia Pacific Energy Transition Knowledge Sharing WorkshopWorld Bank (WB)
Industry Policy Briefing for Proactive Compliance with International RegulationsKorea Energy Agency
2025 Second-Half Energy Voucher Training and Roundtable for Local Government OfficialsKorea Energy Agency
Expert Forum on Agricultural and Rural Climate Crisis Response (Provisional)Korea Rural Community Corporation (KRC)
★ 2025 Global Carbon Neutrality Technology ConferenceKorea Association of Smart Industry
Climate Tech Company Field Roundtable: Growth Network with VCsKorea SMEs and Startups Agency, Korea Industrial Intelligence Association
Clean Energy Forum for Semiconductor Supply Chain DecarbonisationSEMI (Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International)
WCE CCU (Carbon Capture and Utilisation) SeminarBusan Metropolitan City
Busan Hydrogen Alliance Korea–Japan Business ForumBusan Metropolitan City
8th Meteorology & Climate Tech Startup Idea Competition Award CeremonyKorea Meteorological AdministrationExhibition Hall 1
2026 Meteorological Observation Equipment Procurement Plan BriefingKorea Meteorological Administration
Meteorological and Climate Data Convergence Analysis Best Practice CompetitionKorea Meteorological Administration, Korea Meteorological Industry Technology Agency
Expert Seminar for Identifying Meteorological Industry PoliciesKorea Meteorological Administration, Korea Meteorological Industry Technology Agency
Meteorological R&D Outcomes Dissemination NetworkingKorea Meteorological Administration, Korea Meteorological Industry Technology Agency
Preparing for the Climate Crisis Era with Smart Observation TechnologyKorea Meteorological Industry Technology Agency
Forum on AI-Based Digital Transformation Strategy for the Energy Demand SectorKorea Institute of Energy Technology Evaluation and Planning
Forum on the Direction of Change and Technology Development Strategy for Energy-Intensive Equipment in the Age of AI TransitionKorea Institute of Energy Technology Evaluation and Planning
2025 Global ESCO SeminarKorea Energy Agency
Energy and Forest Welfare Outcomes Presentation for Vulnerable Groups' Climate Crisis ResponseKorea Energy Agency
2025 Energy Demand Policy Advisory CommitteeKorea Energy Agency
Technical Seminar on Corporate Responses to Global Carbon Regulations for Industrial ComplexesKorea Testing Laboratory (KTL)
Solar Industry Technical Exchange and Policy RoundtableKorea Solar Construction Association
Direction of Low-Carbon Energy Transition for Industrial Complex District EnergyKorea Combined Heat and Power Association
Environmental Label Certification BriefingBusan Green Purchasing Support CenterExhibition Hall 2
3rd CEO Training for Measurement Agency OperatorsMinistry of Environment, Korea Environment Institute
Busan Environmental SymposiumBusan Green Environment Support Center
Seminar on Technology Development and Policy Identification for Plastic ReductionBusan Metropolitan City
Korea City Gas Association SeminarKorea City Gas Association
Carbon Resource Technology BriefingKorea Research Institute of Chemical Technology (KRICT)
Korea Food Waste Reduction Equipment Association SeminarKorea Food Waste Reduction Equipment Association
Korea Heat Pump Alliance SeminarKorea Heat Pump Alliance
Aug 29 (Fri.)
(19)
CMKF-GIH Climate Tech Global Partnership Conference: Asian Cooperation and Startup Ecosystem ExpansionHyundai Motor Chung Mong-gyu Foundation, NCI, CAF, Korea Association of Smart IndustryExhibition Hall 1
cRD&D Seminar for Accelerating the Expansion of Energy Storage Systems (ESS)CTCN UNFCCC, NIGT, Korea Association of Smart Industry, KIER
Busan Energy ForumBusan Metropolitan City
Regional Specialisation Project (Legend 50+) Technical Exchange MeetingBusan Metropolitan City
2025 Meteorological Climate Industry and Climate Tech Water & Energy SeminarEnergy Economics Newspaper
Briefing on Transfer of LED Luminaires to the Efficiency-Managed Equipment SystemKorea Energy Agency
Seminar on Development Plans for the Smart LED Lighting IndustryKorea Energy Agency
2025 KEEP 30 Technology and Policy SeminarKorea Energy Agency
2025 Eco-Industrial Development (EID) International Seminar on Overseas ProjectsKorea Energy Agency
2025 KS Certification Auditor Technical TrainingKorea Energy Agency
Seoul CAN (Campus Carbon Neutrality Consortium) Information Sharing SeminarKorea Energy Agency
Industry Adaptation Consortium Workshop (2nd Session)Korea Energy Agency
Cybersecurity Application Cases for Energy Industrial SystemsTNNI / DNV Business Assurance Korea
The Start of Energy Transition: Solar Solutions and BIPV Technology Strategy for Industrial ComplexesGrand Sun Technology Group
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Power Generation Cluster Corporate Consortium Regular General AssemblyPohang Technopark
Agrivoltaics Starts NowSeunghwa Technology Co., Ltd.
The Sun Has Risen but the Grid Is Shaking – PV·ESS Operation Strategy for Grid Contribution in the Distributed Energy EraSungrow Power
2025 Offshore Wind Industry Outlook Seminar: Global Trends and Korea's StrategyEnergy and Space Co., Ltd.
Mandatory Green Product Procurement Training for Public InstitutionsBusan Metropolitan City, KEITIExhibition Hall 2