Georgios Bampanis
CINEA / European Commission
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA), established by the European Commission with a budget of around €56 billion for 2021–2027, supports the European Green Deal by implementing EU programs that contribute to Europe's transition to climate neutrality by 2050.
The agency supports vital transport and energy infrastructure actions under the Connecting Europe Facility program. Under the Horizon Europe program, it also implements research and innovation projects aimed at fostering climate action, improving the competitiveness of the energy and transport sectors, and enhancing the quality of the services they provide to society.
CINEA also manages the implementation of the Innovation Fund, one of the world’s largest funding programs for the commercial demonstration of innovative low-carbon technologies.
Additionally, the agency implements the Renewable Energy Financing Mechanism, which helps Member States reach their renewable energy targets, and the Public Sector Loan Facility, a pillar of the Just Transition Mechanism, which supports the regions most affected by the transition towards climate neutrality.
CINEA also advances environmental protection, nature conservation, climate action, and clean energy projects through its implementation of the LIFE Programme. It is also responsible for the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund, which supports the Common Fisheries Policy, the Union's Maritime Policy, and the EU’s agenda for international ocean governance.
With its focus on climate, the environment, modern infrastructure, and networks, CINEA is the EU’s focal point for green projects in Europe.
Opening Speeches
CINEA, the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
Short Bio
Georgios Bampanis is an acoustician with a Master’s in Computational Mechanics and broad expertise in experimental techniques related to noise, vibration, and flow measurements. He has extensive experience applying research skills to complex industrial engineering challenges, particularly in innovative design, complex flow analysis, and data-driven R&D for competitive product development. His background spans aeroacoustics, fixed-wing and drone noise, noise reduction strategies, CFD, FEM, CAE, smart materials, optimisation, programming, and data analysis. Georgios brings strong analytical skills, systematic thinking, and project management expertise. He is passionate about problem-solving and conceptual development, consistently aiming to devise creative yet practical solutions. His leadership strengths include clear team communication, motivation, and upholding high productivity and quality standards.