The summer for marketers began with the continuation of the Jean Monet project "Carbon Free Economy: Best Practices for Ukraine" (620232-EPP-1-2020-1-UA-EPPJMO-MODULE). On June 8, 2022, Olena Chygryn and Tetyana Pimonenko conducted an online training dedicated to the implementation of the directives of the European Union on renewable energy.  Participants from Ukraine Western Ukrainian National University, Ternopil, National TU "Dniprov Polytechnic", Dnipro, Sumy State University (in total 52) learned that the Renewable Energy Directive is a biofuels incentive program operating in the European Union that aims to increase the use of energy from renewable sources to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Today, all European countries have set targets for the use of renewable energy sources, and within the framework of the European Green Deal, Europe must become the first climate-neutral continent by 2050. During the training, students had the opportunity to learn about the main stages of the development of renewable energy in the EU and discuss the volumes of its production for different EU countries and Ukraine.

The curtains have closed on the Scientific Festival, "Green Energy Towards the Carbon-Free Economy: The Best EU Practices," hosted by Sumy State University. From June 13 to June 17, 2022, the event served as a dynamic hub for 111 participants eager to delve into the forefront of sustainable energy solutions.
Olena Chygryn set a visionary tone for the festival, inspiring all with her commitment to advancing green energy solutions. Her leadership ignited a collective determination to pave the way for a carbon-neutral future.
Tetyana Pimonenko's insights spurred meaningful conversations about the challenges and opportunities within the green energy landscape. Her thought leadership encouraged participants to critically examine the path towards sustainable practices.
Yana Us brought dynamic energy, creating an atmosphere conducive to exploration and creativity. Her emphasis on practical applications resonated, empowering participants to transform ideas into actionable solutions.
Serhiy Lyeonov challenged conventional boundaries with trailblazing presentations, urging participants to think beyond the ordinary. His commitment to pushing the envelope in green energy discourse contributed to the festival's intellectual vibrancy.
As a guest speaker, Oleksii Lyulyov brought a fresh global perspective to the discussions. His experiences underscored the interconnected nature of sustainable initiatives, emphasizing the imperative for international collaboration.
Tatjana Tambovceva added a broader context to green energy practices with her international viewpoint. Her contributions highlighted the importance of cross-cultural collaboration in driving sustainable initiatives.
Aleksy Kwilinski shared invaluable insights and best practices from Poland, contributing to the festival's rich tapestry of experiences. His lessons underscored the universality of challenges in achieving a carbon-free economy.
The success of the festival lies in the collaborative efforts of these diverse voices, creating an environment where ideas flowed freely, and collaborations were sparked. While the Green Energy Festival may have concluded, its impact lingers as a beacon guiding us toward a sustainable and carbon-neutral future.
Thank you to all participants, speakers, and organizers for making this event a resounding success. Together, we continue the journey towards a greener and more sustainable world.

From 21 November to  25 December 2022 co-executor of the Jean Monnet Module "Carbon-free economy: Best practices for Ukraine" (620232-EPP-1-2020-1-UA-EPPJMO-MODULE) Tetyana Pimonenko and invited speaker Oleksii Lyulyov conducted a series of lectures and practice-oriented trainings for students and postgraduates of Sumy State University, Riga Technical University, WSB University in Dobrova Gurnicha, and Kaunas Technical University on the main elements of the EU energy policy and the directives that regulate it.
Studying the main elements and directives that regulate the EU energy policy is important for understanding modern trends in the development of the energy sector and its impact on the economy and social development of countries. This topic is also relevant for Ukraine, as the country has ambitious plans to transition to a carbon-neutral economy, so knowledge of the EU energy policy can be useful for developing corresponding strategies and decisions in this field. In addition, knowledge of the EU energy policy can help students from various specialities to better understand the principles and mechanisms of functioning of the modern energy sector in an international context.
During the lectures, the speakers emphasized the relevance of this topic and its importance for Ukraine. 43 students (BA and MA) had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with changes in the EU energy policy and its impact on Ukraine, as well as with best practices for implementing a carbon-neutral economy. The lectures received high marks from students and allowed them to expand their knowledge of the EU energy policy.

From 1 October to 20 December 2022, a series of lectures on renewable energy and the EU carbon trade market took place at Sumy State University. The speaker at the event was Sergiy Leonov, a co-executor of the Jean Monnet Module project "Carbon-free Economy: Best Practices for Ukraine" (620232-EPP-1-2020-1-UA-EPPJMO-MODULE).

In his presentations, Sergiy Leonov talked about the benefits of using renewable energy sources and emphasized the importance of developing this direction for Ukraine. The EU carbon trade market, its peculiarities and development prospects were also discussed.