Virginijus Sinkevičius
Lobbying Activity
Meeting with Achema
2 Jul 2024 · Representative of Achema debriefed on company's economic situation which has been affected by the increase of prices for LNG and presented it's views on the ongoing revision of relevant EU legislation related to Emissions Trading System (ETS).
Meeting with
5 Mar 2024 · To take over the petition signatures and discuss the Oder River situation
Meeting with
19 Feb 2024 · NGOs presented to the Commissioner their Manifesto: An Ocean of Change 2024, and in particular the idea of an Ocean Deal
Meeting with Green 10
12 Feb 2024 · Meeting to exchange on the remaining Commission deliverables on zero pollution, biodiversity and circular economy
Meeting with Lietuvos ūkininkų sąjunga
30 Nov 2023 · To discus measures related to environmental requirements
Meeting with AB "Ignitis grupė"
30 Nov 2023 · To discuss renewable energy related topics
Meeting with Keidanren (Japan Business Federation)
27 Nov 2023 · To exchange information and views on the cooperation between the EU and Japan, the latest developments on circular economy, and the related opportunities and challenges for business
Meeting with Green 10
27 Nov 2023 · To exchange on the state of implementation of the European Green Deal, in particular on air, chemicals, biodiversity and circular economy.
Meeting with Schneider Electric
17 Nov 2023 · To discuss the topics related to circular economy, chemicals, implementation of Green Claims Directive, CSR reporting and competitiveness
Meeting with European Association of Fish Producers Organisations
18 Oct 2023 · Meeting with the fishing and fish processing sector’s representatives from the Baltic Sea countries to discuss the Commission proposal on fishing opportunities in the Baltic Sea for 2024.
Meeting with European Union Chamber of Commerce in China
24 Sept 2023 · To discuss in general terms the business climate for European companies in China.
Meeting with The Coca-Cola Company
8 Sept 2023 · To exchange views on improving the sustainability of packaging, including on challenges and opportunities in reducing waste and increasing recycled content.
Meeting with Hitachi Europe Ltd.
7 Sept 2023 · To discuss current state of affairs in electricity grid markets, any potential roadblocks and opportunities to swifter and improved scalability. Hitachi also presented their current strategy, topics of PFAS, permitting and importance of circularity.
Meeting with
4 Jul 2023 · To discuss with PFAS producers and users on the proposal for a REACH restriction on PFAS.
Meeting with
4 Jul 2023 · To discuss Commission’s legislative proposals currently in co-decision (on Integrated Water Management, revised Urban Wastewater Treatment and Industrial Emissions Directives) and international water related initiatives.
Meeting with BUSINESSEUROPE
21 Jun 2023 · To discus the future outlook of EU economy and industry, also impact of the length of permitting procedures on potential investments.
Meeting with MB Bluma Collective
21 Jun 2023 · To discuss the New European Bauhaus Initiative and “Greening Cities''
Meeting with Honeywell Europe NV
6 Jun 2023 · To discus how to accelerate green and digital transition, circular economy and decarbonisation initiatives.
Meeting with Lithuanian Confederation of Industrialists
17 May 2023 · To discuss critical raw materials act, circular economy, the EU Green Deal Industrial Plan, and Net-Zero Industry Act
Meeting with The European Steel Association
16 May 2023 · Exchange views on the role of the steel sector in the green transition, barriers to access to secondary raw materials, and on-going EU circular economy initiatives
Meeting with Costa Cruises
15 May 2023 · To discuss decarbonisation and circular economy measures in the cruise tourism industry
Meeting with
15 May 2023 · To discuss the Marine Action Plan
Meeting with European Association of Mining Industries, Metal Ores & Industrial Minerals
24 Apr 2023 · Exchange views on incentives and bottlenecks for the EU mining sector to contribute to security of supply and open strategic autonomy in raw materials
Meeting with Green 10
12 Apr 2023 · To discuss the state and progress of the European Green Deal
Meeting with IBERDROLA
12 Apr 2023 · To discuss the Commission initiatives as regards fast-tracked permitting of renewable energy investments and in relation to protection of the environment
Meeting with European Union for Responsible Incineration and Treatment of Special Waste
11 Apr 2023 · To discuss the role of hazardous waste management in the context of the Circular Economy
Meeting with The Chemours Company
29 Mar 2023 · To discuss the restriction proposal on Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of chemicals (REACH)
Meeting with Adevinta
8 Mar 2023 · To exchange on the role of online marketplaces in increasing the reuse of products as a key element of the circular economy
Meeting with FEDERACIÓN NACIONAL DE COFRADÍAS DE PESCADORES
21 Feb 2023 · To explain the “Fisheries and Oceans “ package adopted during that week (CFP Communication, Marine Action Plan and Decarbonisation Initiative) and the implementation of the Western Mediterranean Management Plan.
Meeting with FEDERACIÓN NACIONAL DE COFRADÍAS DE PESCADORES
21 Feb 2023 · To discuss the resent Commission initiatives, including the Marine Action Plan and the topics of interest to the Spanish fisheries organisations
Meeting with
20 Feb 2023 · To explain the “Fisheries and Oceans “ package adopted during that week: CFP Communication, Marine Action Plan and Decarbonisation Initiative.
Meeting with European Association of Fish Producers Organisations
6 Feb 2023 · To listen to the EAPO views about the main elements of the upcoming Marine Action Plan ahead to its adoption
Meeting with Institute for European Environmental Policy
6 Feb 2023 · To discuss the implementation of the Green Deal and the IEEP Grean Deal barometer
Meeting with L'Oréal
1 Feb 2023 · To discuss the implementation of the chemicals Strategy for sustainability and the revision of water legislation.
Meeting with YARA BELGIUM S.A.
19 Jan 2023 · EU tackling soil pollution and upcoming EU Healthy Soils Proposal
Meeting with The LEGO Group
18 Jan 2023 · EU ambitions to tackle plastics waste and International Plastics‘ Agreement
Meeting with Amazon Europe Core SARL
18 Jan 2023 · EU proposals to reduce waster from packaging, and initiatives on sustainability
Meeting with Google
18 Jan 2023 · Initiatives to help consumers to be more informed on circularity, waste reduction and consumption reduction.
Meeting with The Coca-Cola Company
18 Jan 2023 · Exchange of views on on EU circular economy proposals (Packaging and Waste Packaging Regulation and targets).
Meeting with Green 10
2 Dec 2022 · To discuss the current policy development on REACH, Trilogue on deforestation, Forest monitoring law, ELV proposal, Mercury revision
Meeting with Eastman Chemical Company
2 Dec 2022 · To discuss new proposals on Circular Economy package II, as well as chemical recycling.
Meeting with INDUSTRIA DE DISEÑO TEXTIL, S.A.
1 Dec 2022 · To exchange on commitments in the area of the circular economy and to get informed about future plans to develop circular business models
Meeting with Ekō
1 Dec 2022 · To accept petition signed by more than 210 000 citizens which requests to stop the export of hazardous chemicals which are banned in the Union, and to discuss on the status of this action of the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability.
Meeting with FEDERACIÓN NACIONAL DE COFRADÍAS DE PESCADORES
18 Nov 2022 · To discuss various topical fisheries files, including the implementing act on vulnerable marine ecosystems and the implementation of the Western Mediterranean Multiannual management plan.
Meeting with
18 Nov 2022 · To discuss the recently adopted Commission proposal for the revision of the Ambient Air Quality Directives
Meeting with European Chemical Industry Council
18 Nov 2022 · To discuss the implementation of the Chemicals Strategy and the next steps for the upcoming revision of REACH
Meeting with Danone
25 Oct 2022 · To exchange on leveraging solutions to ensure food security, while maintaining sustainable growth and achieving the Green Deal objectives
Meeting with Mondelez Europe GmbH
25 Oct 2022 · To discuss the policy and business development to deliver on the Green Deal objectives, including in the area of the circular economy and deforestation
Meeting with Humane World for Animals Europe
25 Oct 2022 · To discus Humane Society’s position concerning EU legislation on trophy hunting and EU position for the upcoming CITES CoP19.
Meeting with
20 Oct 2022 · To discuss and answer questions about the implementing regulation on vulnerable marine ecosystems
Meeting with
7 Oct 2022 · To exchange on the commitments of the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles, including sustainability and information requirements for textiles, tackling green-washing and promoting circular business models
Meeting with
7 Oct 2022 · To discuss maritime spatial planning (MSP), co-existence and multi-use of the space, permitting, regional cooperation, sustainability and recycling.
Meeting with Ingka Services A.B.
27 Sept 2022 · To exchange views on the transition to a more circular economy, notably the role and roll-out of new business models, Ecodesign for sustainable products, and sustainable and circular textiles initiatives
Meeting with Ocean Energy Europe
20 Sept 2022 · To discuss the implementation of the EU offshore energy strategy objectives
Meeting with
19 Sept 2022 · To discuss the pollution incident that is currently ongoing along the Oder River
Meeting with International Chemical Secretariat
8 Sept 2022 · To exchange views, upon ChemSec’s request, on the implementation of the Chemicals Strategy and in particular on the ongoing work by the Commission for the revision of REACH
Meeting with Wildlife Conservation Society European Union office
8 Sept 2022 · To discuss COP15, mainly focused on the road ahead to Montreal in December, as well as the topics of biodiversity funding and deforestation.
Meeting with Health & Environment Alliance
7 Sept 2022 · To exchange views, upon HEAL’s request, on the upcoming Commission proposal for a revision of the Ambient Air Quality directives
Meeting with Schwarz Corporate Affairs International GmbH
6 Sept 2022 · To exchange views on the progress towards a more circular economy, including on the forthcoming initiative under the Circular Economy Action Plan on packaging and packaging waste.
Meeting with Association of National Organisations of Fishing Enterprises in the European Union
19 Jul 2022 · To discuss various topical files related to fisheries management
Meeting with
19 Jul 2022 · To exchange views, upon NGO request, on the upcoming Action plan to conserve fisheries resources and protect marine ecosystems, on Commission implementing act on vulnerable marine ecosystems and on European eel status
Meeting with Bundesverband der Deutschen Industrie e.V.
6 Jul 2022 · To discuss several initiatives of the European Commission, like Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, Revision of the Chemicals Regulation and Industrial Emissions Directive
Meeting with Manufacture Française des Pneumatiques Michelin
1 Jun 2022 · To present the sustainability objectives of the company and exchange on ways to improve the sustainability and circularity of tyres.
Meeting with Green 10
13 May 2022 · Exchange on recent EU environmental policy developments, including as regards nature restoration, chemicals, circular economy, industrial emissions, deforestation and investments
Meeting with
1 Apr 2022 · To discuss deep sea mining and the negotiations of the mining code in the International Seabed Authority
Meeting with
1 Apr 2022 · The follow up meeting with the sector to discuss the Commission response to the crisis in the fisheries sector, to present the measures adopted and planned
Meeting with 3M
29 Mar 2022 · Exchange of views on the European Green Deal and its implementation, as well as on technologies for the circular economy challenges to close the loop; information on the company’s actions following Russia’s invasion in Ukraine
Meeting with BUSINESSEUROPE
23 Mar 2022 · To discuss ,,Business Europe“ position on the upcoming Commission proposals concerning the Sustainable Products Initiative (SPI), the Industrial Emission Directive Revision and the REACH revision
Meeting with Ukrainian Business and Trade Association
22 Mar 2022 · To discuss the state of play in trade relations with Ukraine and assistance to Ukraine to evaluate environmental damages of the war in Ukraine and(with participation of the Ambassador of Ukraine Mr Chentsov)
Meeting with
14 Mar 2022 · To discuss the impact of increasing fuel and raw material prices on the fishing sector
Meeting with
22 Feb 2022 · A regular meeting with NGO to discuss various fisheries matters: 2022 TAC setting, upcoming new Commission initiatives, WTO negotiation, cetaceans by-catch in the Bay of Biscay and in the Baltic Sea, control regulation negotiations etc.
Meeting with
26 Jan 2022 · To discuss opportunities for a swift and effective transition to reuse and practical steps to achieve it, as well as EU initiatives on packaging and sustainable products.
Meeting with
25 Jan 2022 · To discuss key challenges and opportunities for business in the context of the green transition to more sustainable and circular textiles
Meeting with Ryanair Holdings
11 Jan 2022 · To discuss concerning the decarbonisation of air industry and impact to air industry of the Commission proposals concerning the emissions reduction, in particular to short haul intra-EU flights.
Meeting with Reuse and Recycling European Union Social Enterprises
10 Jan 2022 · To discuss the role of social value in the circular economy and the contribution of the social economy to sustainable growth and jobs creation, including in local communities
Meeting with Beko Europe Management S.r.l.
30 Nov 2021 · To discuss EU policy developments in the areas of zero pollution and circular economy, including the forthcoming Sustainable Products Initiative
Meeting with Confederation of European Paper Industries
30 Nov 2021 · To present commitments of CEPI in the context of the green transition, and in particular a new CEPI Sustainable Product Pledge; also to discuss the EU Green Deal agenda in general.
Meeting with Rolls-Royce plc
22 Nov 2021 · To discuss the position of Rolls Royce on the EC proposals in the context of green shipping topics, in particular Fit-for-55 proposals, FuelEU Maritime and Energy Taxation Directive.
Meeting with Sustainable Business Association of Lithuania
9 Nov 2021 · To discuss the EU Green Deal, Fit for 55, Zero emission action plan, circular economy
Meeting with CLG Europe
29 Oct 2021 · To discuss environmental and climate issues ahead of the COP26.
Meeting with
29 Oct 2021 · To discuss with the NGOs the perspectives for the 2022 annual fishing opportunities ahead of international consultations and the December AGRIFISH Council.
Meeting with
28 Oct 2021 · NGOs presented their expectations for an ambitious reform and shared views on specific topics in the revision of the EU fisheries control system.
Meeting with European Association of Fish Producers Organisations
28 Oct 2021 · Opening speech at EAPO’s General Assembly, touching upon 2022 fishing opportunities, and sharing general reflections on relevant policy priorities under the European Green Deal (specifically the Biodiversity Strategy and the Farm to Fork Strategy).
Meeting with #WithdrawTheCAP
8 Oct 2021 · To discuss the Fit for 55 package, Europe’s climate ambition and the recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report
Meeting with Microsoft Corporation
23 Sept 2021 · Exchange of views on the initiatives under the European Green Deal, in particular in the areas of circular economy, zero pollution and sustainable finance.
Meeting with Comité national des pêches maritimes et des élevages marins
15 Jul 2021 · To discuss the situation of the French fishing industry with the view of implementation of the Trade and Cooperation Agreement with UK.
Meeting with Brussels Airlines SA/NV
15 Jul 2021 · To discuss current and future challenges for aviation sector, especially with the view of Fit for 55 package and the Covid crisis
Meeting with
13 Jul 2021 · To exchange views with the ‘’blue’’ NGOs on the upcoming Action Plan on sustainable fisheries and protection of marine resources, annual exercise of fixing total allowable catches and ongoing WTO negotiations on fisheries subsidies.
Meeting with
2 Jul 2021 · To mark the engagement of 104,000 citizens in the EU Open Public Consultation for an EU Nature Restoration Law and to shortly discuss some issues related to biodiversity and the nature restoration law.
Meeting with European Association of Fish Producers Organisations
30 Jun 2021 · To discuss the situation with North East Atlantic Mackerel
Meeting with Lithuanian Agriculture Council
21 Jun 2021 · To discuss how the Lithuanian agricultural sector can contribute to the implementation of the European Green Deal objectives and opportunities the EGD and its strategies will offer to farmers.
Meeting with European Energy A/S
18 Jun 2021 · To discuss the renewable energy and challenges of this sector vis–a-vis nature protection
Meeting with Ingka Services A.B.
18 Jun 2021 · To discuss the circular economy and the use of sustainable resources, as well as the company’s annual sustainability report and related investments.
Meeting with European Alliance for Wolf Conservation
18 Jun 2021 · To discuss the situation with wolf conservation in Europe and possible measures to improve it.
Meeting with
17 Jun 2021 · To discuss the forthcoming EU textiles strategy
Meeting with Deutsch-Baltische Handelskammer in Estland, Lettland, Litauen e.V.
17 Jun 2021 · Commissioner delivered a keynote speech “EU Green Deal - Challenges and Opportunities” and took some follow-up questions
Meeting with European Federation of National Associations of Water Services
17 Jun 2021 · To discuss European Green Deal and Zero Pollution Ambition from the angle of protecting water resources.
Meeting with American Chamber of Commerce to the European Union
1 Jun 2021 · To exchange views on EU policies in the areas of the circular economy, chemicals, zero pollution and their international and business dimensions.
Meeting with Swedbank AB (publ)
28 May 2021 · To discuss the European Green Deal with a focus on sustainability from a business’s angle, also to exchange views on Taxonomy and the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive.
Meeting with
12 May 2021 · To discuss the Renewable Energy Directive (RED II), in particular from the bioenergy angle, and the upcoming Forest Strategy.
Meeting with SUEZ Group
30 Apr 2021 · To discuss the European Green Deal in in terms of clean technologies, innovation and sustainable investments, as well as the zero pollution ambition and the role of innovative environmental services.
Meeting with
28 Apr 2021 · Bialowieza forest
Meeting with Forum Europe
22 Apr 2021 · Speech and panel discussion on Zero Pollution Action Plan.
Meeting with Generation Climate Europe
14 Apr 2021 · To discuss climate change and growth, especially with the view of Recovery Plan.
Meeting with Mouvement des Entreprises de France
13 Apr 2021 · To present green transition as a chance for the business sector and how European Commission can support them in this transition
Meeting with
29 Mar 2021 · To discuss Common Agriculture Policy, together with Forests Strategy, and how science can assist
Meeting with Kaunas Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts
29 Mar 2021 · To discuss Green Deal and other initiatives of the European Commission which might be of interest to regional businesses
Meeting with Orgalim – Europe's Technology Industries
24 Mar 2021 · To discuss the Circular Economy Action Plan, with a focus on the Sustainable Products Initiative, and exchange views on ways to support businesses in becoming champions of circularity.
Meeting with
22 Mar 2021 · Meeting on the NGOs campaign for Vjosa river in Albania, seeking to make it a National Park.
Meeting with Green 10
17 Mar 2021 · Traditional pre-Council meeting to discuss key topics on the agenda of the Environment Ministers videoconference.
Meeting with Union of European Federalists
12 Mar 2021 · To discuss about Lithuania and it’s 17 years anniversary in the European Union.
Meeting with REWE ZENTRALFINANZ eG
5 Mar 2021 · To discuss REWE proposal inspired by IUU carding system, on fostering the respect of human rights and environmental requirements in the framework of the upcoming legislative initiative on the Sustainable Corporate Governance.
Meeting with
12 Feb 2021 · To discuss different blue/marine related issues, in particular bycatch emergency measures, EU-UK negotiations and implementation of the Biodiversity Strategy.
Meeting with Deutscher Bauernverband
9 Feb 2021 · To discuss the European Environmental and Agriculture Policy, in particular Biodiversity Strategy and Farm to Fork Strategy
Meeting with WWF European Policy Programme
3 Feb 2021 · To speak about the upcoming EU nature restoration law and its key importance for implementing the Biodiversity Strategy
Meeting with Conférence des Régions Périphériques Maritimes d'Europe (CRPM)
28 Jan 2021 · Speech at the webinar on a sustainable recovery of the blue economy in Europe
Meeting with European Cocoa Association
28 Jan 2021 · To discuss the cocoa initiative and deforestation-related issues, raised by traders and manufacturers of cocoa.
Meeting with World Economic Forum
27 Jan 2021 · Panel discussion on building a net-zero, nature-positive economy and how the private sector can support the European Green Deal ambitious targets
Meeting with European Young Engineers MTÜ
26 Jan 2021 · To discuss Circular Economy with focus on water reuse.
Meeting with
12 Jan 2021 · To discuss the implementation of the Biodiversity strategy, the actions under the zero-pollution ambition as well as green funding under the new MFF and the recovery funds.
Meeting with WWF European Policy Programme
14 Dec 2020 · Handover of 1 ml signatures for action on deforestation
Meeting with Environmental Justice Foundation
4 Dec 2020 · Following 2 briefs published by NGOs coalition against Illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) on this, to discuss the role that the fight against IUU plays in achieving the implementation of the Farm to Fork Strategy and the Biodiversity Strategy
Meeting with SMEunited aisbl
1 Dec 2020 · To discuss Circular Economy Action Plan, especially from the angle of small and medium enterprises.
Meeting with Climate Strategy
26 Nov 2020 · Presentation of a study on high-impact climate technologies for net-zero emission recovery
Meeting with European Chemical Industry Council
3 Nov 2020 · To discuss Chemicals Strategy, with the focus on innovation, safe and sustainable-by-design, regulation of chemicals based on hazardous properties, enforcement and stakeholder’s participation.
Meeting with AB "Ignitis grupė"
27 Oct 2020 · To discuss European Green Deal and sustainable energy development
Meeting with Greenpeace European Unit
26 Oct 2020 · To discuss deforestation and forest degradation – European Commission initiative for reducing the impact of products placed on the European Union market
Meeting with
14 Oct 2020 · To discuss the upcoming Commission proposals for fishing opportunities for the North Sea/ Atlantic and for the Deep Sea.
Meeting with Danone
13 Oct 2020 · To discuss the Biodiversity Strategy and its implementation, also the regenerative agriculture as a way to address climate change and biodiversity, as well as the circular economy.
Meeting with Unknown Organization
9 Oct 2020 · To give a speech and discuss the European Commission’s environmental initiatives' impact on business environment in Lithuania and the European Union.
Meeting with Hazardous Waste Europe
8 Oct 2020 · To discuss the implementation of the Waste Framework Directive and the forthcoming Chemicals strategy
Meeting with International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed (IPIFF)
2 Oct 2020 · To discuss the contribution of insect producers sector in the consultations on the future Strategic Guidelines for EU Aquaculture and Farm to Fork Strategy.
Meeting with Water Europe
2 Oct 2020 · To discuss how the water sector can contribute to the achievement of the Green Deal objectives.
Meeting with The Conference of European Justice Peace Commissions
10 Sept 2020 · To discuss the protection of seas and oceans, including the role of faith-based actors, and the future of EU Arctic Policy.
Meeting with Federation of Associations for Hunting & Conservation of the EU
9 Sept 2020 · To discuss hunting under the Birds Directive
Meeting with
23 Jul 2020 · To discuss the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability, especially with relation with endocrine disruptors.
Meeting with Plastics Recyclers Europe
22 Jul 2020 · To discuss Circular Economy Action Plan, in particular issues and future initiatives related to plastic recycling.
Meeting with Association of National Organisations of Fishing Enterprises in the European Union
22 Jul 2020 · To discuss and exchange views on the Biodiversity Strategy, in particular on issues concerning fisheries and the protection and restoration of the marine environment.
Meeting with European Forum for Renewable Energy Sources
16 Jul 2020 · Commissioner gave a speech and discussed issues within his portfolio, such as shift towards a zero-pollution environment, sustainable blue economy, also the Green Deal, Covid-19 recovery plans and how this affects the environment activities of the EU
Meeting with EUROMETAUX
16 Jul 2020 · To discuss Circular Economy and issues related to the green and digital transitions and the role of metals in a circular economy.
Meeting with
16 Jul 2020 · To discuss the fishing opportunities exercise for 2021, in particular for the Baltic Sea, as well as issues related to the Biodiversity Strategy.
Meeting with
9 Jul 2020 · To discuss issues related to global deforestation, such as measures to tackle deforestation and initiatives related to supply chain sustainability.
Meeting with North Western Waters Advisory Council
8 Jul 2020 · To present the Commissioner’s mission and work programme for the upcoming five years: Common Fisheries Policy implementation with focus on regionalisation, challenges regarding COVID-19 and Brexit; Green Deal, Biodiversity and Farm to Fork strategies
Meeting with Center for European Policy Analysis
23 Jun 2020 · To discuss EU Green Recovery after coronavirus crisis.
Meeting with
19 Jun 2020 · To exchange the views regarding the Biodiversity Strategy.
Meeting with Föderation der Natur- und Nationalparke Europas (Föderation EUROPARC) e.V.
18 Jun 2020 · To discuss EU Biodiversity strategy, and in particular the strategy’s protected area targets, as well as the issues related to the management effectiveness of protected areas and Natura 2000 sites across Europe.
Meeting with
15 Jun 2020 · To discuss how the scientific support can be used in streamlining the Common Agriculture Policy with the European Green Deal, as well as with the targets of Biodiversity Strategy.
Meeting with
11 Jun 2020 · To exchange views on the negotiations on the future European Maritime and Fisheries Fund
Meeting with European Chemical Industry Council
10 Jun 2020 · To share views on Chemicals Strategy and the roadmap of Circular Economy Action Plan
Meeting with CONSEIL DE COOPERATION ECONOMIQUE
10 Jun 2020 · To virtually meet the Conseil de Cooperation Economique and to hear out their ideas in relation with Circular Economy Action Plan and Biodiversity Strategy
Meeting with International Biocontrol Manufacturers' Association
9 Jun 2020 · To discuss bioprotection and organic food production as an element of European Green Deal, possible actions towards the sustainable and restorative agriculture.
Meeting with Marine Stewardship Council
4 Jun 2020 · To discuss the issues related to seafood products including private product certification schemes and sustainability aspects of the Blue Economy and Common Fisheries Policy.
Meeting with ENGIE
3 Jun 2020 · To discuss the Green Recovery and Blue Economy issues relevant for the energy sector.
Meeting with
2 Jun 2020 · To discuss the fisheries governance in the Mediterranean and issues relevant for the sustainability of Mediterranean fisheries
Meeting with Green 10
29 May 2020 · To get acquainted with the challenges facing environmental NGOs in the coronavirus crisis and discuss the EU Recovery Package in the light of the European Green Deal, as well as the recently adopted Biodiversity Strategy
Meeting with Association of European Automotive and Industrial Battery Manufacturers
25 May 2020 · To exchange views on current policies developed by the European Commission affecting batteries, in particular the preparation of a new regulatory framework for batteries and the revision of the End-of-Life Vehicles Directive.
Meeting with Eurelectric aisbl
20 May 2020 · To discuss the European Green Deal, and in particular the offshore wind strategy, in light of the climate objectives and the biodiversity strategy; hydropower and the Water Framework Directive.
Meeting with European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations
19 May 2020 · To discuss EU Pharmaceutical Strategy and EU Chemical Strategy and cooperation on green agenda.
Meeting with Eurogroup for Animals
19 May 2020 · To discuss wildlife trade, environmental crime and other related issues in relations with Covid-19 and in the view of Biodiversity Strategy.
Meeting with DIGITALEUROPE
14 May 2020 · To exchange the views on the role of digital technologies in various areas of EU policies, including European Green Deal and discuss the question how ICT can contribute to Sustainability and zero emission goals
Meeting with WindEurope
14 May 2020 · To discuss future developments of wind energy in Europe, relating to European Green Deal, Biodiversity Strategy and circular economy
Meeting with European Respiratory Society
11 May 2020 · To discuss the Green Deal implementation, delivery of zero pollution ambition and exchange of views on latest scientific developments and findings on air pollution
Meeting with European Federation of Public Service Unions
6 May 2020 · To discuss the role of the public sector in the economic recovery from the coronavirus crisis, the importance of social policies in the Circular Economy Action Plan and access to water in the context of the new Drinking Water Directive.
Meeting with FoodDrinkEurope
5 May 2020 · The implementation of the Circular Economy Action Plan and the European Green Deal, the impact of COVID-19 on the drink and food sector, green recovery, the forthcoming Farm to Fork and Biodiversity strategies, as well as research and innovation.
Meeting with International Chemical Secretariat
5 May 2020 · To discuss the importance of the Green Deal and Chemicals Strategy, and to address a some specific issues of the EU chemicals legislation
Meeting with European Hospital and Healthcare Federation
4 May 2020 · The environmental policy of the EU and its implications on the hospital healthcare sector
Meeting with Lithuanian Confederation of Industrialists
4 Mar 2020 · European Green Deal and Mobility Package
Meeting with International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements EU Regional Group
4 Mar 2020 · Organic farming in the view of Biodiversity and Farm to Fork strategies
Meeting with International Union for Conservation of Nature EU Representative Office
24 Feb 2020 · Priorities for collaboration with the European Commission in relation to European Green Deal and Biodiversity Strategy
Meeting with European Federation of National Associations of Water Services
19 Feb 2020 · Water legislation in the context of European Green Deal and Zero Pollution Ambition
Meeting with Business for Nature
19 Feb 2020 · European Green Deal and engagement of the private sector
Meeting with Neste Oyj
18 Feb 2020 · Circular Economy Action Plan
Meeting with CONSEIL EUROPEEN DES JEUNES AGRICULTEURS
17 Feb 2020 · Agricultural aspects of the European Green Deal
17 Feb 2020 · Role of the EU in the International Ocean Governance
Meeting with BUSINESSEUROPE
7 Feb 2020 · To speak about circular economy and biodiversity, and discuss cooperation in this field
Meeting with
4 Feb 2020 · To discuss outcome of the Council of December 2019 and the NGO views regarding the process of setting the TACs and quotas
Meeting with Comité national des pêches maritimes et des élevages marins
3 Feb 2020 · To discuss challenges for the fishing sector in France and setting of fishing opportunities in the context of Brexit; EMFF, CFP
Meeting with National Geographic Society
3 Feb 2020 · To discuss new developments on Global High Ambition Coalition for Nature
Meeting with
29 Jan 2020 · To discuss illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing
Meeting with Coalition Clean Baltic
21 Jan 2020 · To discuss ecosystem-based approach in the Baltic and HELCOM Baltic Sea Action Plan
Meeting with Stichting BirdLife Europe
17 Jan 2020 · To discuss biodiversity
Meeting with Notre Europe - Institut Jacques Delors / Notre Europe - Jacques Delors Institute
9 Jan 2020 · To discuss the Ocean Mission
Meeting with
8 Jan 2020 · European Green Deal and the planed implementation of circular economy and biodiversity initiatives of the European Commission
Meeting with Association of National Organisations of Fishing Enterprises in the European Union
11 Dec 2019 · To present and discuss the views on ongoing fisheries policy developments
Meeting with Endocrine Society
3 Dec 2019 · To discuss the state of play of the science on Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDC)