AmCham Slovakia

In a year marked by shifting regulations, evolving global priorities, and rising pressure for impact, the ESG conversation is more relevant and complex than ever. The 2025 edition of the AmCham ESG Conference brings together business leaders, policymakers, innovators, and experts to explore how companies can move from reactive compliance to proactive leadership. From regulatory clarity to clean energy, corporate governance, and breakthrough green technologies, this year’s program is designed to provide practical insight, strategic foresight, and inspiration for action. Whether you're just beginning your ESG journey or redefining your sector’s standards, this is the space to connect, learn, and lead responsibly.

AGENDA

08:30 | Arrival & Networking Coffee

09:00 | Welcome & Opening Remarks

09:10 | Opening Keynote: ESG at a Crossroads

Where Europe Stands on ESG in 2025 — And What It Means for Slovak Business

09:30 | Panel 1: ESG & Regulation – What You Need to Know Now

Is ESG Dead?

As global and EU regulatory frameworks evolve, businesses face both uncertainty and opportunity. This panel will decode the latest legislative updates - including CSRD, ESRS, and the Omnibus Directive - and explore their practical implications for Slovak and international companies.

10:15 | Panel 2: From Strategy to Action – ESG in Business Practice

ESG is no longer just a reporting issue - it’s shaping corporate strategy, risk management, and even product design. In this panel, companies will share real-life insights on how ESG principles are embedded across departments and decision-making levels.

11:00  | Coffee Break & Networking

11:30 | Panel 3: Energy – Balancing Cost, Security and Sustainability

With rising prices, climate goals, and growing pressure for energy independence, companies must rethink their energy strategies. This panel brings together experts, regulators, and major users to explore how to ensure secure, affordable, and sustainable energy for the future.

12:15 | Panel 4: Future-Proofing Through Innovation and Green Tech 

From buildings and logistics to energy and mobility, green technologies are helping reshape business models and reduce environmental footprints. This forward-looking session will highlight practical innovations that are scalable, impactful, and cross-sector.

13:00 | Lunch & Networking

14:00 – 16:00 | Side Topical Event – Practical Workshops (in parallel)

Hands-on sessions designed to translate ESG goals into real-world implementation.

Workshop 1: From Compliance to Business Implementation

How to move beyond regulatory checklists and embed ESG into core business strategy, operations, and governance. Focus on practical tools and real-life implementation examples.

Workshop 2: Activating ESG: Strategy, Operations & Value

Transforming ESG from a reporting requirement into a driver of innovation, risk management, and long-term business value. Emphasis on internal alignment and actionable execution.

16:00 | Concluding Remarks