Schedule
Choose your dates:
Speakers Selection
Our programme and our Speakers Selection will be continuously extended until the event.
Oby Ezekwesili
Sandrine Dixson-Declève
Melissa Fleming
Joseph E. Stiglitz
Eva Maydell
Keywan Riahi
Michael Kofman
Yana Barinova
Nataša Pirc Musar
Anne Hidalgo
Stephan Leithner
Gernot Wagner
Johannes Hahn
Emily O'Reilly
Samir Saran
Teresa Ribera
Maria Fernanda Espinosa Garces
Maria Mezentseva
Carl Bildt
Rob Hopkins
Alexander Van der Bellen
Wolfgang Ischinger
Josef Aschbacher
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya
Sergei Guriev
Jeff Booth
Kaidi Ruusalepp
Anu Bradford
Heather Conley
Schedule 2023
Saturday, 19 August
Sunday, 20 August
Morning
Holy Mass
09:00
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09:45
Holy Mass
Tyrol Day 2023: Euregio Summit on Energy Transition and Security of Supply
Crisis as an opportunity for the energy transition: Rising energy prices and the disastrous dependence on Russian gas made us aware of our vulnerability in the energy sector as a result of the war in Ukraine.
What potentials does the Euroregion Tyrol/South Tyrol/Trentino have in the field of renewable energies? How does climate change influence the energy transition? How can cross-border security of supply be improved? The Tyrol Day 2023 provides answers!
10:45
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12:15
Tyrol Day 2023: Euregio Summit on Energy Transition and Security of Supply
Thursday, 24 August
Friday, 25 August
Morning
Labs: Three-Day Working Sessions
Labs are three-day working sessions in curated groups of 30 to 40 invited participants. A Lab’s goal is to develop ideas for a specific issue and new approaches to a precise question. The topics are chosen by EFA, sometimes in collaboration with a partner. More information on the Labs’ contents follow in May.
09:00
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13:00
Labs: Three-Day Working Sessions
Networking Space
Connect with people who have similar passions, get to know unlikely allies and exchange ideas with the various communities that come together at the European Forum Alpbach. Make sure to leave the Forum not only with new ideas, but especially with new connections: Take home new collaboration options and enhance your network.
09:00
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12:00
Networking Space
Afternoon
Cities as Democratic Innovators for Climate
Cities are unique hubs of innovation that have the power to drive systemic change. At the same time, they are also at high risk of structural failure if current crises are not solved soon. Which instruments of democratic participation can cities adopt to become frontrunners in climate action? How can citizens become drivers of transformation, co-designing the future of resilient cities?
14:00
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15:30
Cities as Democratic Innovators for Climate
Cli
Dem
From Start-up to Scale-up in Europe: Afraid of Growing Up?
To keep up with the pace of technological and environmental change and stay in the game, Europe has to rely on fast growing start-ups. Financing and scaling up new solutions require a mix of financial instruments. How can Europe create a broad entrepreneurial ecosystem? How can capital be deployed so that our economies are supported by European technologies, ideas, solutions and products?
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg.
Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session will take place in the first floor (EG3) in the elementary school of Alpbach.
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg.
Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session will take place in the first floor (EG3) in the elementary school of Alpbach.
14:00
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16:30
From Start-up to Scale-up in Europe: Afraid of Growing Up?
Fin
Fractured Futures: Guided Tour
In a guided tour around Alpbach, EFA23 arts and culture guest curator Yana Barinova will introduce selected artworks of FRACTURED FUTURES and discuss different approaches to politically engaged art. Participating artists will address the struggle of European societies to welcome their newcomers, as well as the wider aspirations for a peaceful coexistence of humans and nature.
//INFO: In case of heavy rain, the tour will start in the Otto Molden Foyer.
16:00
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16:30
Fractured Futures: Guided Tour
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Art
How Will AI Shape Humanity and Vice Versa?
Artificial intelligence both augments and disrupts human capacities and activities. Due to the speed and process of the AI revolution, humanity might struggle to adapt. Changes due to AI might be perceived as new freedoms or dangerous dependencies. As this coexistence of humanity and AI becomes the new normal, how will our lives change? What will it mean to be human in the age of AI?
17:00
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18:00
How Will AI Shape Humanity and Vice Versa?
Cli
Dem
Fin
Sec
Evening
Into the Silence
A union of Peace: Spiritual impulses from different religious and philosophical traditions invite participants to reflect and contemplate. Inspirational impulse givers will tell their stories, invite you on a journey of thought and initiate moments of real stillness.
18:30
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19:00
Into the Silence
Open-Air Concert of the Alpbach Brass Band
Every Friday during the summertime, the brass band of Alpbach gives an open-air concert at the village square. All residents or visitors to Alpbach are welcome!
18:30
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19:00
Open-Air Concert of the Alpbach Brass Band
Rojin Sharafi Performance
Rojin Sharafi’s music crosses borders of genre, borrowing elements from different eras and genres such as noise, folk, ambient, metal and contemporary music. Her musical signature style includes fusion texture, narrative layers and formalistic approaches. Join us for a unique performance!
20:00
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22:00
Rojin Sharafi Performance
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Art
Saturday, 26 August
Early morning
Morning Sports
Start your day with a workout and get an energy boost!
Train your body with special exercises guided by professionals from the Austrian Armed Forces to relieve stress and prevent burnout and illness. Whether it’s military cross training or fascia training, be prepared to break a sweat. And don’t worry: All fitness levels are welcome! In case of bad weather, the session will take place in the foyer of the CCA.
07:00
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08:00
Morning Sports
Into the Silence
A union of Peace: Spiritual impulses from different religious and philosophical traditions invite participants to reflect and contemplate. Inspirational impulse givers will tell their stories, invite you on a journey of thought and initiate moments of real stillness.
08:00
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08:30
Into the Silence
Morning
Labs: Three-Day Working Sessions
Labs are three-day working sessions in curated groups of 30 to 40 invited participants. A Lab’s goal is to develop ideas for a specific issue and new approaches to a precise question. The topics are chosen by EFA, sometimes in collaboration with a partner. More information on the Labs’ contents follow in May.
09:00
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13:00
Labs: Three-Day Working Sessions
Ideas Camp
This is a place where interdisciplinary dialogue is facilitated and trans-European ideas are created. The Ideas-workshops are open to anybody who dares to think across systems and wants to embark on a unique journey of project ideation. Mentors support groups and individuals along the way and provide their own valuable learnings.
09:00
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12:00
Ideas Camp
Afternoon
New Ways of Enforcing the Rule of Law in Europe
Enforcing the rule of law is crucial for maintaining a democratic and stable civil society in Europe. Unfortunately, the EU faces challenges in applying its own rule of law mechanism. Are there better or new approaches and tools to uphold the rule of law in Europe?
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Böglerwiese Hausberg.
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Böglerwiese Hausberg.
Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the Otto Molden Foyer of the CCA.
14:00
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16:30
New Ways of Enforcing the Rule of Law in Europe
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Dem
Climate Activism: Driving Climate Policy
Over the past years, youth-led climate movements have been particularly powerful and effective in putting the climate crisis on the political agenda. How can the current climate protests shape policy, as activists increasingly demand structural, systemic change? How can politicians and administrators better incorporate the interests of young and future generations into policy?
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg.
Bring good hiking shoes and water.
In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the gym of the Mittelschule Alpbach.
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg.
Bring good hiking shoes and water.
In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the gym of the Mittelschule Alpbach.
14:00
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16:30
Climate Activism: Driving Climate Policy
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Cli
High Polluters in Europe: Can they Finance their Transition?
High-emitting companies, such as those in the energy sector, are major contributors to climate change and will therefore play a critical role in achieving the transition to net-zero. While low-carbon technology investments in the energy sector have increased steadily in recent years, we are far from where we need to be. How can emitters, investors, investment banks and policy makers move the dial on financing the transition? How can capital markets help accelerate this process?
14:00
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15:30
High Polluters in Europe: Can they Finance their Transition?
Cli
Fin
Why Women Should Run the World
Women have historically been underrepresented in leadership roles and have faced various forms of discrimination and barriers to accessing high-ranking positions. Studies have shown that women bring collaborative leadership styles and a focus on social issues that can lead to more equitable and inclusive policies. How do they overcome the obstacles they face? How can women set their own agenda and shape their respective fields?
17:00
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18:00
Why Women Should Run the World
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Art
Cli
Dem
Fin
Sec
Evening
Fractured Futures: Art Hike
Join us for a hike with artists to discuss their approach to politically engaged art. From human rights and climate justice to freedom of expression and refugee rights, guest curator Yana Barinova's FRACTURED FUTURES brings together a variety of international artistic positions on mobility and movement.
//INFO: Hike to Schafalm. Bring good hiking shoes and water.
In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the Schulhäusl.
//INFO: Hike to Schafalm. Bring good hiking shoes and water.
In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the Schulhäusl.
18:30
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19:30
Fractured Futures: Art Hike
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Art
Talent Forum
Get inspired for your future career or maybe secure your next job at an exciting company. Talent Forum offers scholarship holders the opportunity to get in touch and network with leading companies from Austria and Europe in an uncomplicated way. Take advantage of this unique opportunity and find your new professional challenge.
18:30
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19:30
Talent Forum
Empowering the Youth Through Sustainable Financial Education
Young people’s level of economic knowledge and financial management skills is strongly influenced by their social environment. This leads to unequal opportunities as they enter adulthood. In this year’s competition, MEGA Education Foundation invites you to vote for the best ideas tackling financial and economic equity in our society. Join us at this crowd voting event to elect the winners who will receive seed funding to turn their ideas into reality!
18:30
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19:30
Empowering the Youth Through Sustainable Financial Education
Fin
Sunday, 27 August
Morning
Labs: Three-Day Working Sessions
Labs are three-day working sessions in curated groups of 30 to 40 invited participants. A Lab’s goal is to develop ideas for a specific issue and new approaches to a precise question. The topics are chosen by EFA, sometimes in collaboration with a partner. More information on the Labs’ contents follow in May.
09:00
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13:00
Labs: Three-Day Working Sessions
Skills Workshop
This is the space to explore and nurture new skills. Evolve skills that equip you for life in an increasingly complex world, marked by great uncertainty and the need to generate and implement solutions in entirely new ways. A set of workshops with interactive group work, focusing on the development of both individual and collective skills, awaits you.
09:00
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12:00
Skills Workshop
Monday, 28 August
Morning
Smash Patriarchy – Reduce Emissions? Gender, Diversity and Climate Crisis
The fight against the climate crisis is young, diverse and mostly female. Yet, this fight is facing fierce resistance through patriarchal structures in economic and political establishments. How can we empower people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, social classes and backgrounds to stand up against these structures? Do we need a matriarchy? How do we bring about change to reduce emissions?
09:00
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12:00
Smash Patriarchy – Reduce Emissions? Gender, Diversity and Climate Crisis
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Cli
Teaching Democracy with New Technologies
The digital skills young people acquire during their educational careers will play a fundamental role in whether and how they will be able to assess and use new technologies for participation in democratic processes. Discuss the required digital and democratic competences and how they might best be integrated in education.
09:00
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12:00
Teaching Democracy with New Technologies
Dem
Democracy Needs a Digital Protective Shield
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Europe's democratic values and the Western way of life are under massive threat from authoritarian powers. The highly digitised infrastructure must be protected against cyber-attacks just as the influence of internet trolls on democratic systems and elections must be prevented. There will be an analysis of the technological aspects of this topic.
09:00
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12:00
Democracy Needs a Digital Protective Shield
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Sec
Mission: Climate Neutral and Smart Cities – Austria, EU and beyond
Cities are our world's economic, cultural and social engines – and as such, they cause around 75 % of the global CO2 emissions. Therefore, it is important that cities across Europe engage in mutually beneficial learning on how climate neutrality can be implemented effectively, efficiently, and in a socially just way. Experts will incorporate best practise examples.
//INFO: Hike to Gasthof Rossmoos. Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, there is going to be a shuttle to Gasthof Rossmoos.
09:00
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12:00
Mission: Climate Neutral and Smart Cities – Austria, EU and beyond
Cli
Is the Use of AI Disrupting Democracy?
While AI has the potential to enhance democratic processes, its use can also endanger democracy in several ways. Much depends on how the technology is developed, implemented, and regulated. Is Europe in a unique position to shape this complicated relationship? Can the EU take a leading role by implementing the AI Act?
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg.
Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the gym of the Mittelschule Alpbach.
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg.
Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the gym of the Mittelschule Alpbach.
09:00
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12:00
Is the Use of AI Disrupting Democracy?
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Dem
How Can the EU Become a Geopolitical Actor in Its Eastern Neighbourhood?
Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine is having huge geopolitical implications for the EU's eastern neighbourhood, forcing the EU to take on greater responsibilities, including as a security provider. What could a new Eastern Partnership policy look like that takes account of the changed geopolitical circumstances? How can the EU integration of Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia best be achieved?
Purpose: Get inspired and foster new ideas by imagining bold solutions to complex challenges and imagine disruptively new ways of thinking.
09:00
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12:00
How Can the EU Become a Geopolitical Actor in Its Eastern Neighbourhood?
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Sec
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly? Bitcoin, Crypto and the Future of Money
New financial technologies have revolutionised the world of finance. Despite significant growth, we now witness the frailties of these developments, such as the recent unprecedented market turmoil in the crypto industry. What steps need to be taken by both the industry and policymakers to rebuild trust and harness the potential of blockchain technology? How can we shape the future of money and financial services?
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Böglerwiese Hausberg. Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session will take place in the first floor (EG1) in the elementary school of Alpbach.
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Böglerwiese Hausberg. Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session will take place in the first floor (EG1) in the elementary school of Alpbach.
09:00
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12:00
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly? Bitcoin, Crypto and the Future of Money
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Fin
Bold People for a Bold Europe: How to Attract and Retain Talent
The EFA23 annual theme “Bold Europe” suggests that Europe must contribute to shaping the world with more courage. A bold Europe requires bold people. How do we attract, develop and then retain these talented people?
09:00
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12:00
Bold People for a Bold Europe: How to Attract and Retain Talent
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Fin
From What If to What Is
Come and join a deep dive into the ideas of the ‘From What If to What Is’-concept, exploring in a hands-on, participative way the power of radical imagination. How can we make sure that our actions embody the future we dream of? And rumour has it, there might even be an actual, working time machine. Don't miss it!
09:00
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12:00
From What If to What Is
Cli
Afternoon
Unity Through Green Mobility: Railways and Sustainability
Interactively explore the possibilities for advancing green mobility in Europe: Aimed at strengthening internal European collaborations and thus reducing Europe's dependencies on external influences, stakeholders from industry, politics, research and society will share experiences and best practises to develop and discuss ideas for a greener future.
14:00
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15:30
Unity Through Green Mobility: Railways and Sustainability
Cli
Accountability for War Crimes – Ending the Age of Impunity
Those who commit atrocities must be held accountable for their actions. However, many perpetrators have historically enjoyed impunity. This is also a current concern regarding Russian war crimes in Ukraine. There is pressure on the international community to achieve tangible results on accountability. But how can it deliver? What are the most effective ways? And what role can Europe play in ending the age of impunity?
14:00
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15:30
Accountability for War Crimes – Ending the Age of Impunity
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Dem
Sec
Player or Playground? Europe and the Tech War between the U.S. and China
The struggle for technological supremacy between the United States and China is in full swing. After the U.S. restricted sales of advanced semiconductors to China in October last year, the Netherlands recently issued similar export controls. What are the implications of this tech war for Europe? What should Europe do to increase its strategic sovereignty in the tech sector and avoid becoming a battleground?
14:00
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15:30
Player or Playground? Europe and the Tech War between the U.S. and China
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Fin
Sec
From Momentum to Climate Action
The momentum to make climate action happen is as big as never before. Knowledge and awareness about the palpable climate crisis are strong, solutions exist aplenty, yet satisfying policy actions are lacking and frustration and anger are growing. What are the positive social tipping points societies need? What are prime examples of action that pave the way towards more impact?
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg.
Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the gym of the Mittelschule Alpbach.
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg.
Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the gym of the Mittelschule Alpbach.
14:00
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16:30
From Momentum to Climate Action
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Cli
Normalising Monetary Policy and Implications for Financial Stability
In times of high inflation, it is necessary to raise interest rates, but also to reduce central banks' balance sheets in order to return to the inflation target of 2% in the medium term. This shift away from unconventional monetary policy is a must. After years of low to negative nominal interest rates, how will this affect financial stability.
14:00
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15:30
Normalising Monetary Policy and Implications for Financial Stability
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Fin
From Climate Anxiety to Climate Action
The psychological effects of the climate crisis are becoming increasingly apparent in society: Feelings of being overwhelmed, guilt, sadness or even despair are summarised as Climate Anxiety. In order to be able to act again, we need to regain control of the situation. How can stories be told to create hope, scope for action and motivation to act? In short: How can Climate Anxiety become climate action?
14:00
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15:30
From Climate Anxiety to Climate Action
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Cli
Fractured Futures: Arts Opening
Join arts and culture guest curator Yana Barinova for performances, conversation and drinks to celebrate FRACTURED FUTURES with selected artists. FRACTURED FUTURES brings together a variety of international artistic positions on mobility and movement. Artists will address the struggle of European societies to welcome their newcomers, as well as the wider aspirations for a peaceful coexistence of humans and nature.
15:45
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16:45
Fractured Futures: Arts Opening
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Art
United but Alone: How to Rethink the EU’s Relations With the “Global South”?
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While Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine has united the West, many countries in the “Global South” have not supported Western sanctions. It may come as a surprise that the EU has not been able to gather more support, considering the fact that it is the biggest donor of development assistance and the largest trading block. What are the reasons for the apparent failure to win over the “Global South”? How can the EU rethink its approach?
17:00
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18:00
United but Alone: How to Rethink the EU’s Relations With the “Global South”?
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Sec
Evening
Into the Silence
A union of Peace: Spiritual impulses from different religious and philosophical traditions invite participants to reflect and contemplate. Inspirational impulse givers will tell their stories, invite you on a journey of thought and initiate moments of real stillness.
18:30
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19:00
Into the Silence
Falling Walls in Science and Society
Falling Walls promotes visionary ideas and connects creative minds. In this year's competition, outstanding young scientists and entrepreneurs have exactly three minutes to convince the Alpbach audience of their innovative ideas, research, and business projects. Join the crowd voting and choose the winners who will receive a ticket to the renowned Falling Walls Conference in Berlin in November!
18:30
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19:30
Falling Walls in Science and Society
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Fin
Patent Cocktail: Women‘s Patents
An evening event for those who are enthusiastic about new things. Topic: "Women’s patents".
Austria has the biggest gender gap in Europe when it comes to patents: male rate 92 %, female rate 8 %. Causes are portrayed and examples shown of what we are all missing out on when the ideas of 51 % of the population are ignored.
20:00
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22:00
Patent Cocktail: Women‘s Patents
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Dem
Tuesday, 29 August
Early morning
Sunrise Hike: Gratlspitz
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Rise and shine: Get up early and enjoy the first rays of sunshine on the top of Alpbach. Experience this special atmosphere and start your day energized!
//INFO: Bring hiking shoes and water. Participation is at your own risk!
04:00
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08:00
Sunrise Hike: Gratlspitz
Morning Sports
Start your day with a workout and get an energy boost!
Train your body with special exercises guided by professionals from the Austrian Armed Forces to relieve stress and prevent burnout and illness. Whether it’s military cross training or fascia training, be prepared to break a sweat. And don’t worry: All fitness levels are welcome! In case of bad weather, the session will take place in the foyer of the CCA.
07:00
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08:00
Morning Sports
Into the Silence
A union of Peace: Spiritual impulses from different religious and philosophical traditions invite participants to reflect and contemplate. Inspirational impulse givers will tell their stories, invite you on a journey of thought and initiate moments of real stillness.
08:00
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08:30
Into the Silence
Morning
A Bold Vision for Innovative Healthcare and its Industry in Europe
Challenging times require great ambition to ensure better and sustainable healthcare for Europe's citizens. The EU Pharmaceutical Strategy aims to secure access to good quality healthcare, equity, and solidarity. The issue is whether the EU is bold and visionary enough to support a sustainable future for its life science industry and if life sciences in Europe are still part of the race for technology and innovation.
09:00
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12:00
A Bold Vision for Innovative Healthcare and its Industry in Europe
Fin
IN THE LOOP: Become a Facilitator for the Future of Circular Economy!
The circular economy has the potential to revolutionise both industry and economy. This is based on effective collaboration along the value chain. An interactive discussion provides insights on the important levers for the circular economy; from the perspective of industry, politics, science and representatives of the next generation. Join the loop, be part of a re-thinking economy!
09:00
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12:00
IN THE LOOP: Become a Facilitator for the Future of Circular Economy!
Cli
Deep-Tech Innovation – Shaping Europe’s Future
Deep-tech innovations such as AI, space travel, quantum technology, advanced materials, novel energy and biotech will decisively shape our future. In the global race for technological leadership, Europe must consistently focus on the development of key technologies, accelerate deep-tech innovations and bring them to market faster. To this end, strong multi-stakeholder ecosystems are crucial to combine the forces of top science and research, companies and venture capital.
09:00
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10:30
Deep-Tech Innovation – Shaping Europe’s Future
Fin
War and Peace in the Digital Age
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The advent of new technologies has always affected the nature of conflict and competition between states. In today’s world of rapidly evolving digital technologies and geopolitical competition it is more important than ever to examine this relationship. Similarly, what are the possibilities for using digital technologies to resolve conflicts and build peace?
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Böglerwiese Hausberg. Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session will take place in the first floor (EG1) of the elementary school of Alpbach.
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Böglerwiese Hausberg. Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session will take place in the first floor (EG1) of the elementary school of Alpbach.
09:00
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12:00
War and Peace in the Digital Age
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Fact or Fake? - How to Spot Misinformation
Power enforces its own truth. This European-wide threat is evidenced by growing polarisation, manipulation, and distortion of public information and discourse. We take an innovative approach to media literacy in order to strengthen the reasoning process, teaching you to identify and counter disinformation.
09:00
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12:00
Fact or Fake? - How to Spot Misinformation
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Dem
North-South Climate Justice: Bringing Two Poles Closer Together
At several UN Climate Change Conferences (COP) the Global North and Global South relied on two opposite arguments regarding financial climate justice measures. While there is acceptance of historic responsibility, there is no agreement on necessary and urgent actions. Prior to the COP28 in November 2023, questions arise again. How do these two opposite poles define global climate justice and what can be done for them to come together.
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg. Bring hiking shoes and water.
In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the gym of the Mittelschule Alpbach.
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg. Bring hiking shoes and water.
In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the gym of the Mittelschule Alpbach.
09:00
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12:00
North-South Climate Justice: Bringing Two Poles Closer Together
Cli
Co-Creating the Future of Food Systems
Entrepreneurship and innovation can contribute to solving global food security challenges.
Discuss with relevant actors of food security inlcuding the World Food Programme and discuss what potential future scenarios of food systems look like and how cross-sector collaboration can shape them and jointly create concrete actions and commitments that can be implemented today.
09:00
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12:00
Co-Creating the Future of Food Systems
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Breaking Boundaries: The Future of Public Service through Intrapreneurship
The public sector must be innovative in order to keep pace with the changing needs of citizens. Learn about public intrapreneurship, an approach that enables employees in the public sector to drive innovation and create value for the public good from within. Learn from experts who have implemented this approach already and discover practical strategies to overcome challenges and seize opportunities.
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12:00
Breaking Boundaries: The Future of Public Service through Intrapreneurship
Dem
Rebuilding Ukraine
Almost two years since the start of the war, Ukraine has outstripped all expectations in its ability to defend itself against Russia. Although ongoing, a comprehensive analysis of how Ukraine´s future could look like after the war and what tools policymakers, financial institutions & economic leaders can use to reach this goal will be the center of the debate.
09:00
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10:30
Rebuilding Ukraine
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The World Behind Money
Many decisions seem to have a common denominator: money. Everyone has a connection to it and an understanding of its importance, but few are aware of what actually lies behind money. Beyond mere definitions of interest rates and numbers, we delve into topics such as: Why aren´t humans naturally good at managing money? What are the behavioural and psychological barriers? How can we foster our competences to make sound financial decisions and improve our overall financial wellbeing?
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12:00
The World Behind Money
Fin
Decarbonisation Technologies for a Climate-Neutral Future: How to get it done
Heavy Industries are under pressure: Both in Europe by 2050 and in Austria by 2040, industries have the urgent need of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and becoming climate- neutral. To achieve this, all major industrial players must transform themselves. A high-level panel will discuss how the climate-neutral future of heavy industries can be achieved.
//INFO: Hike to Gasthof Rossmoos. Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, there is going to be a shuttle to Gasthof Rossmoos.
//INFO: Hike to Gasthof Rossmoos. Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, there is going to be a shuttle to Gasthof Rossmoos.
09:00
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12:00
Decarbonisation Technologies for a Climate-Neutral Future: How to get it done
Cli
Afternoon
Emotions vs. Facts – Can “Factfulness” Help Change the World?
It feels like the world is going from one crisis to another. The subjective feeling of a downward spiral and the idea of "factfulness", as a way to open up minds for fact-based reasoning, are addressed and explained. Which role does factual knowledge play when it comes to maintaining democratic structures? What is businesses’ and the economy’s contribution? Can autocratic tendencies be prevented by factfulness?
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Emotions vs. Facts – Can “Factfulness” Help Change the World?
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Building Trust in Science and Democracy – The Role of Science Communication
Disinterest and increasing scepticism towards science and democracy lead us to the question of what we can do to restore trust in these crucial factors. The results of a recent study relating to the causes of science and democracy scepticism conducted by the Institute for Advanced Studies will be discussed along with the role of science communication.
14:00
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15:30
Building Trust in Science and Democracy – The Role of Science Communication
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Dem
Using the EU's Market Power to Set Global Norms and Standards
As one of the largest economies in the world, the EU has the ability to use its market power to set global norms and standards. This can take various forms: from environmental standards, through human rights and anti-corruption provisions to tech regulation. By setting high standards, the EU can help create a more sustainable and equitable global economy. Has the EU been successful in this so far? What more can it do without compromising its competitiveness?
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg. Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the gym of Mittelschule Alpbach.
//INFO: Circular hiking trail Alpbacher Heimatweg. Bring good hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the gym of Mittelschule Alpbach.
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Rebuilding an Effective European Security Architecture
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The Russian war of aggression against Ukraine has dealt the final blow to the post-Cold War European security order. Although the war is still raging, it is important to look ahead and discuss what a future European security architecture should look like after the war and whether it should include Russia. How could security guarantees for Ukraine and other countries look like? What is the role of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, NATO and key players such as the EU, Turkey and the UK?
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A Resilient and Sovereign Europe: How to Thrive in a Fragmented World
The ongoing shift towards a more fragmented world order, driven by the pandemic and Russia's war against Ukraine, calls for urgent action. Europe needs to reduce its dependencies and strengthen its strategic sovereignty, while remaining open to the world. How can Europe use the current window of opportunity to accelerate the environmental and digital transition and regain its competitiveness? How can Europe become bolder in shaping the world?
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The Future is Female: How are Women Shaping the EU?
The European Union has more female leaders than ever before. The European Commission consists of as many female Commissioners as male ones and is led by Ursula von der Leyen. In the European Council, women are still the clear minority, but those who are in the room significantly shape EU policy. What has been the effect of these developments? What is necessary to strengthen female participation even further and allow for women to break the glass ceiling? What can future female leaders learn from those currently in power?
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Fractured Futures: Art Hike
Join us for a hike with artists to discuss their approach to politically engaged art. From human rights and climate justice to freedom of expression and refugee rights, guest curator Yana Barinova's FRACTURED FUTURES brings together a variety of international artistic positions on mobility and movement.
//INFO: Hike to Schafalm.
Bring good hiking shoes and water.
In case of heavy rain, the session will take place in the Schulhäusl.
//INFO: Hike to Schafalm.
Bring good hiking shoes and water.
In case of heavy rain, the session will take place in the Schulhäusl.