The 5th Industrial Carbon Management Forum: Unlocking Europe's Carbon Management Potential
Since 2021, the ICM Forum has been a pivotal platform, uniting diverse stakeholders from industry, national authorities, European institutions, NGOs, academia, and beyond. This year, the Forum takes on a new dimension, co-hosted by the European Commission and the Hellenic Hydrocarbons and Energy Resources Management Company, under the Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy. The event will be held in a hybrid format in Athens, Greece, on December 8-9, 2025.
The primary focus of the discussions will be on the legislative framework surrounding carbon management. This includes the establishment of a robust internal market and infrastructure for CO2, alongside the implementation of existing regulations such as the Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) and the Carbon Removals and Carbon Farming (CRCF) Regulation. Key topics of interest will be the CO2 transport network and cross-border CO2 transportation, offering valuable insights for participants.
Last year's edition was a resounding success, attracting over 500 in-person attendees and up to 2,600 online participants. Distinguished speakers, including Commissioner Kadri Simson and the then-French Prime Minister François Bayrou, shared their perspectives and engaged in high-level dialogues on the Industrial Carbon Management Strategy and the acceleration of project deployment. The event's impact was palpable, leaving attendees with a renewed sense of purpose and a shared vision for the future.
This year, the ICM Forum is poised to once again captivate and engage its audience. The event will be live-streamed on both days, providing accessibility to a global audience. The live-stream links are as follows:
- Live-stream on 8 December 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sW6M2Z_M-xk
- Live-stream on 9 December 2025: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEJgDeycSWw
For those eager to delve deeper, the Forum's agenda is available for download, offering a comprehensive overview of the event's schedule and topics. Additionally, the #ICMForum hashtag on social media will provide a platform for participants to connect and share their insights.
The ICM Forum and its working groups are dedicated to fostering collaboration and innovation in the field of industrial carbon management. By bringing together diverse perspectives, the Forum aims to accelerate the deployment of carbon management projects across Europe, contributing to the continent's sustainability and environmental goals.
