The event of ΑΛΛΗΛΟΝ was successfully completed in collaboration with Aristotle University of Thessaloniki on 24/05/2024, with the participation of ΕΛΙΣΜΕ (https://elisme.gr/) and AGAPW (https://agapw.org/)!

In the first part, a panel of leading speakers analyzed, through brief presentations, various key dimensions of the topic of the Greek energy transition.

Subsequently, in the second part of the event, through #speed_mentoring, 40 students and young people had the opportunity to participate in group sessions with mentors of ΑΛΛΗΛΟΝ on issues concerning employment opportunities and their professional integration.

The video of the panel will soon be uploaded to our website, our YouTube channel, and our social media platforms.

We would like to thank Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and Mr. Zarotiadis for the cooperation, as well as all the speakers and mentors for their exceptionally useful and engaging participation.

ΑΛΛΗΛΟΝ continues its work, always guided by its goals and vision. The panel was a unique opportunity for young people to gain a comprehensive understanding of the issue of the energy transition. The Speed Mentoring session, and our mentoring activities in general, provide individual support to the efforts of our members — especially our young members who are preparing and striving for a better professional future.

Part 1: Welcome Addresses and Panel (18:00–19:30)

Welcome Addresses – Introductory Remarks

• Charalambos N. Feidas, Rector of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

• Grigoris Zarotiadis, Dean of the School of Economics and Political Sciences, AUTH; President of the Board of the Centre for Social Research and Decision-Making Support of AUTH; President of ASECU (Association of Economic Universities of South and Eastern Europe and the Black Sea Region); Coordinator of the Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean Academic Network (BSEMAN)

• Angelos Pangratis, Founder and President of ΑΛΛΗΛΟΝ; Visiting Professor at the European Institute of Nice; Former EU Ambassador

• Ioannis Vrailas, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Greece to the EU

Speakers’ Panel

Topic:
“The Greek Energy Transition Toward a Sustainable Future, the Exploitation of Natural Gas Reserves and Geopolitical Challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean”

Moderators: Angelos Pangratis and Grigoris Zarotiadis

Speakers:

• Anastasia (Natassa) Romanou, NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies and Applied Physics & Applied Mathematics, Columbia University
  Title: “Climate Change and the Need to Move Away from Fossil Fuels”

• Georgios Korkovelos, PhD in Economics, Former European Commission official responsible for European Green Deal issues
  Title: “The Ambitious Targets of the European Green Deal in a New Balance”

• Leontios Portokalakis, Surveying Engineer, M.Sc., Hydrocarbons Specialist, Board Member of ΕΛΙΣΜΕ
  Title: “Recent Developments in Hydrocarbon Exploration Sustain Hope for Better Days in Greece”

• Avraam Zelilidis, Professor, Department of Geology, University of Patras
  Title: “Our History: Hydrocarbon Exploration in Greece Over Time — From the Diapontia Islands to Kastellorizo. Different Areas – Different Prospects – Different Sources – Different Conditions”

• Nikolina Bourli, Postdoctoral Researcher, Department of Geology, University of Patras
  Title: “Hydrocarbon Research in Greece: Prospects for the Greek Economy and the Professional Future of Our Youth”

• Vasileios Martzoukos, Vice-Admiral of the Hellenic Navy (ret.), Vice-President of the Hellenic Institute for Strategic Studies
  Title: “Geopolitical Challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean”

Part 2: Group Mentoring (Speed Mentoring) in Break-out Rooms (19:30–20:10)

Mentors Group 1:

Careers and Employment Opportunities in EU Institutions, NATO and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

• Dimitris Iliopoulos, Ambassador (ret.)

• Dionisis Kalamvrezos, Ambassador (ret.)

• Evgenia Karatari, Deputy Head of Division, EU Situation Room, European External Action Service

• Elena Lazarou, Head of External Policies Unit (acting), European Parliamentary Research Service, European Parliament

• Katerina–Marina Kyrieri, European Commission – Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA)

• Dimitris Vartholomaios, Manager Regulatory & Government Affairs, DENSO

• Konstantinos Diamantouros, Permanent Delegate, Hellenic Federation of Employers to BusinessEurope

• Panagiotis Kalavros, Talent Acquisition Specialist, NATO

Mentors Group 2:

Employment Opportunities for Engineers, Geologists and Other Scientists in the Green Economy and Energy Transition. Potential Greek Deposits, Development Prospects and Job Opportunities

• Avraam Zelilidis, Professor, Department of Geology, University of Patras

• Georgios Korkovelos, PhD in Economics, Former European Commission official (European Green Deal)

• Leontios Portokalakis, Surveying Engineer M.Sc., Hydrocarbons Specialist, Board Member of ΕΛΙΣΜΕ

• Nikolina Bourli, Postdoctoral Researcher, Department of Geology, University of Patras

After the Event

Individual meetings between students and mentors can be arranged on a different date, depending on the availability of both sides. Please see the available mentors below and complete the event registration form.