Berlin, Germany · 12–13 January 2027
5th Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum 2027
Driving Energy Efficiency, Sustainability & Decarbonisation Across the Food & Beverage Chain
- Dates
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Venue
- Eurostars Berlin Hotel
The Forum
AboutThe Event
The 5th Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum 2027 brings together Europe's leading sustainability executives, energy leaders, engineering specialists, operations professionals, utilities managers and technology innovators to accelerate the food and beverage sector's transition towards a low-carbon future. As climate ambitions become more demanding and sustainability regulations continue to evolve, organisations are under increasing pressure to reduce emissions while improving operational efficiency, energy performance and long-term resilience. Energy represents one of the largest operational costs and carbon emission sources across the food and beverage sector. Organisations are therefore prioritising energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, industrial heat decarbonisation and digital energy management to reduce operating costs while achieving ambitious climate commitments. At the same time, Scope 3 emissions, water stewardship and sustainable procurement have become essential priorities for businesses seeking to decarbonise their entire value chain.
The forum will provide practical insights into the technologies, strategies and partnerships enabling organisations to accelerate their sustainability journey. Through expert presentations, panel discussions and real-world case studies, delegates will learn how leading companies are improving energy performance, reducing emissions, managing resources more efficiently and preparing for the next generation of ESG regulations. Whether your organisation is defining its net zero roadmap or scaling existing sustainability initiatives, the 5th Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum 2027 offers a unique opportunity to benchmark best practices, connect with industry leaders and explore innovative solutions that support long-term environmental and commercial success.
Discussion Areas
Topics to be Discussed
Four pillars shape the two-day agenda. A preview of each is below — the complete breakdown is in the brochure.
Energy Efficiency & Industrial Decarbonisation
- Supporting organisations in reducing emissions through smarter energy use and low-carbon technologies.
- Improving energy efficiency across utilities and energy-intensive operations to reduce both emissions and operating costs.
3 more topics Three further discussion points in this pillar are listed in the event brochure. Unlock in brochure
Building Resilience in an Uncertain World
- Helping manufacturers navigate geopolitical volatility, climate disruption and economic pressures while keeping net zero ambitions on track.
- Managing the impact of geopolitical instability, trade disruptions and volatile energy markets on manufacturing operations and decarbonisation investments.
4 more topics Four further discussion points in this pillar are listed in the event brochure. Unlock in brochure
Sustainability Beyond Carbon
- Embedding sustainability across resources, supply chains and business operations.
- Addressing Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions through collaboration, transparency and supplier engagement.
3 more topics Three further discussion points in this pillar are listed in the event brochure. Unlock in brochure
Delivering the Net Zero Transition
- Preparing organisations for evolving regulations, investment decisions and long-term sustainability leadership.
- Navigating CSRD, CBAM and emerging ESG reporting requirements with confidence.
3 more topics Three further discussion points in this pillar are listed in the event brochure. Unlock in brochure
See the full agenda in the brochure
The brochure contains every discussion point across the four pillars, the complete list of program highlights, the delegate profile and the partnership packages for Berlin 2027.
- 13 further discussion points
- 15 program highlights
- 4 topic pillars in full
Audience
Who ShouldAttend ?
Senior executives leading sustainability, environmental performance, energy transition and ESG initiatives across the food and beverage sector, including:
- Head of HSEHSE Director
- Head of EnvironmentEnvironment Director
- Head of SustainabilitySustainability Director
- Head of Quality AssuranceQuality Assurance Director
- Head of EnergyEnergy Director
- Head of DecarbonisationDecarbonisation Director
- Head of ESGESG Director
- Head of Sustainable ProcurementProcurement Director
- Head of Water ManagementWater Director
- Head of OperationsOperations Director
- Head of EngineeringEngineering Director
Food & beverage manufacturing · Restaurants · Food retail · Biotechnology
Why Attend
DirectBenefits
Don't miss this opportunity to gain cutting-edge knowledge and connect with industry innovators.
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Build Valuable Connections
Face-to-face meetings during coffee and ice-breaking sessions.
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Stay Ahead Of Industry Trends
Practical insights into the technologies, strategies and partnerships shaping the sector.
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Interactive Learning With Experts
Expert presentations, panel discussions and real-world case studies.
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Exclusive Networking Opportunities
Up to six hours of networking breaks and a drinks reception for delegates.
Business Networking by Future Bridge
NetworkingOpportunities
Here's how we're enhancing your networking experience:
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Mobile App for Delegate Connections
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Up to 6 Hours of Networking Breaks Among Delegates
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Drinks Reception for Delegate Networking
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Facilitated Peer-to-Peer Delegate Networking
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Post-Event Communication for Continued Connections
Speakers
Confirmed and invited speakers
Sustainability, energy and engineering leaders from across the food and beverage chain.
Claes Johansson
Head of Sustainable Development
George Harding Rolls
Head of Campaigns
Irena Popa-Antohi
Interim Head of Sustainability
Matteo De Pascale
Head of Group Sustainability
Dr. Ingo Klenk
Director Environment, Corporate Sustainability & Environment (CSE)
Meinrad Bürer
Global Technical Director, Climate & Decarbonization
Nina Josephine Hyldig
Associate Director, Head of Commercial Sustainability
Youssef Riad
Regional Program Manager Decarbonization and Energy Efficiency
Silvi Navarrete
Sustainability Manager
Suzanne Westlake
Global Director of Sustainability
Michele Eleuteri
Global Energy COE Lead
Eveliina Paljärvi
Industry Lead, Food & Beverage
Allan Tao Bruun
Strategy & Solutions Manager, Sustainability
More speakers are being confirmed. The full line-up sits in the brochure, alongside the agenda and session topics.
Partners
EventSponsors
The organisations supporting the 5th Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum in Berlin.
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Presenting Partners
Interested in reaching senior sustainability, energy and engineering decision-makers in Berlin?
Partnership
Sponsorship opportunities
Put your organisation in front of the people setting energy and sustainability strategy across the European food and beverage sector.
Direct Senior Access
Meet the Heads and Directors of Sustainability, Environment, HSE, Energy, Decarbonisation, ESG, Procurement, Water, Operations and Engineering who set the agenda inside Europe's food and beverage manufacturers.
Brand Visibility
Your logo and company text carried in the conference agenda and every other printed and digital material — social posts, marketing e-mails to our subscribers, brochures and posters.
Market Intelligence
Hear where budgets are going first hand — industrial heat decarbonisation, heat pumps, refrigeration, Scope 3, water stewardship, and readiness for CSRD, CBAM and the next wave of EU reporting.
Thought Leadership
Presenting partners take a speaker slot on the programme, putting your specialists on stage in front of the decision-makers they are trying to reach, alongside the sector's own case studies.
Technology Showcase
Exhibition stand space in the networking area, where delegates spend their breaks — show your solutions to an audience actively sourcing energy, cooling, water and reporting technology.
Exclusive Networking
Up to six hours of networking breaks, facilitated peer-to-peer delegate introductions, a drinks reception and the summit mobile app — built so conversations actually happen.
Request the brochure
Topics, delegate profile, past series speakers and the participation packages for the 5th Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum, 12-13 January 2027, Berlin, Germany - all in one document.
- 15 program highlights across energy, emissions, water and regulation
- The four topic pillars in full, every discussion point
- Who attends - the seniority and functions in the room
- Past series speakers and the companies represented
- Delegate, exhibition and presenting partner packages
After submitting the form you will receive an email with an access code to unlock the brochure. Please stay on this page until the code arrives, then enter it below.
Registration & pricing
12-13 January 2027 · Berlin, Germany. Questions? registration@future-bridge.eu
Delegate End-User
- 2-day conference pass
- Documentation package
- Panel discussions
- Refreshment breaks & lunches
- Drinks reception
- Face-to-face networking
- Digital certificate of attendance
Solution Provider
- 2-day conference pass
- Documentation package
- Panel discussions
- Refreshment breaks & lunches
- Drinks reception
- Face-to-face networking
- Digital certificate of attendance
Exhibition Partner
- Exhibition stand space
- 2 delegate passes
- Logo & company text in all conference materials
- Conference documentation package
Presenting Partner
- Speaker slot
- 1 speaker attendee pass
- Logo & company text in all conference materials
- Conference documentation package
Berlin, Germany
Event venue & accommodation
The venue
Eurostars Berlin Hotel
Friedrichstraße 99, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Eurostars Berlin Hotel is an excellent choice for both business and leisure, located on Friedrichstrasse, Berlin’s main shopping street, right in the heart of the city. Ideal for attending the summit and exploring Berlin, the hotel is just 7 minutes from the Brandenburg Gate in the Mitte district, offering easy access to iconic attractions like the Holocaust Memorial, Parliament, and Checkpoint Charlie.
Book your stay now and make the most of your conference experience!
- Dates
- 12–13 January 2027
- District
- Mitte
- Brandenburg Gate
- 7 min walk
Delegate feedback
What delegates said
Collected from the feedback forms at the previous edition of the forum.
It’s for me a very good experience. The opportunity to see best practices, to benchmark, to know from others’ experiences, to share with peers. Thank you!
Really good. Good opportunity to network, and it generated some really good ideas of decarbonisation projects, and partners to carry these projects out with.
Great! A balanced mix between end-users and solution providers.
Really interesting event. Good selection of companies, both from the agri-food sector and solution providers. Huge benefit to late starters and energy managers.
Very well organised, with good time control. High level of participants, and of the content of the presentations.
I am now three years in a row here, and it is great!
I appreciated all the exchange between companies regarding the decarbonisation solutions. Nice to hear how difficult it is to advance on these subjects.
Very focused. Very useful, and a lot of new information.
Really good. I was here also last year, and it is nice to see that it is growing.
Very interesting, well organised event.
The 5th edition runs 12–13 January 2027 in Berlin.
Experience the forum
Highlights from the Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum series, and what delegates say about it.
Interview Highlights — 3rd Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum
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Highlights from the 2nd Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum, Berlin
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Watch on YouTube ↗Questions
Frequently asked
Registration, programme, venue and partnership — the questions delegates ask most.
01What is the 5th Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum about?
The summit brings together professionals responsible for sustainability, energy efficiency, decarbonisation and environmental performance across the food and beverage industry. Held in Berlin on 12–13 January 2027, it convenes senior decision-makers from food and beverage manufacturers, energy companies, engineering firms and technology providers.
The event focuses on the key challenges and solutions driving the food and beverage sector’s transition towards a low-carbon and more resource-efficient future.
02How do I register for the summit?
You can complete your registration online by clicking Register Now and selecting the delegate package that best meets your requirements.
Alternatively, send your registration request directly to registration@future-bridge.eu. If you would like us to contact you first, submit an enquiry through our website and a member of the team will assist with registration, group bookings, sponsorship or exhibition opportunities.
03Who should attend this summit?
The summit is designed for senior executives, Directors, Heads and Managers responsible for sustainability, HSE, environment, energy, decarbonisation, ESG, sustainable procurement, water management, operations and engineering.
Attendees come from food and beverage manufacturers and other organisations involved in energy efficiency, renewable energy, engineering, sustainability, water management and decarbonisation solutions.
04What topics will be covered during the conference?
The programme covers energy efficiency and management, industrial heat and electrification, renewable energy, Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, sustainable refrigeration and cooling, water stewardship, circular economy, carbon management, ESG reporting, sustainable supply chains, climate resilience and financing the net zero transition.
05What networking opportunities are available?
The forum offers plenty of opportunities to connect with other industry professionals throughout the two-day event.
Attendees can network during coffee and networking breaks, face-to-face meetings and the Networking Drinks Reception, with up to six hours dedicated to networking.
06Is there an event app?
Yes. About two weeks before the summit we send every registered delegate access to our web-based event app, with no download required.
In the app you can follow the live agenda, view speaker profiles and session details, message other attendees and arrange 1:1 meetings.
07Is hotel accommodation included in the registration fee?
No. Hotel accommodation and travel costs are not included in the registration fee.
The event takes place at Eurostars Berlin Hotel, Friedrichstraße 99, 10117 Berlin, Germany. An event rate is available for delegates — see venue and accommodation.
08Will presentation slides and conference materials be shared after the event?
Yes. Registered attendees receive a Conference Documentation Package containing available presentation slides and supporting materials provided during the forum.
09Can my company exhibit or sponsor the event?
Yes. We offer a range of sponsorship, exhibition and presenting packages designed to help companies increase their visibility, showcase their solutions and connect with key decision-makers in the food and beverage industry.
You can explore the full list of available packages and choose the option that best suits your company’s goals.
10Can I apply to become a speaker?
Yes. We welcome experienced food and beverage sustainability, energy, engineering and decarbonisation professionals with valuable case studies, practical expertise and insights relevant to the conference agenda.
If you are interested in speaking at this or another Future Bridge event, please contact our Conference Producer, Dina Rensch, at dina@future-bridge.events.
Still have a question? Write to registration@future-bridge.eu and we will come back to you.
Insights
Articles & recaps
What was said at the previous editions, and where the sector’s energy and emissions debate stands now.
Latest recap
Recap: 4th Net-Zero Food & Beverage Forum
Every speaker session from the 4th edition, summarised one by one — from MAX Burgers dropping its “climate positive” claim to heat pumps, thermal storage and waste heat recovery.
Read the recap →
Recap and Insights: 3rd Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum
Key insights and sponsor contributions from the 3rd edition in Berlin, across sourcing, electrification, water stewardship and the EU Energy Efficiency Directive.
Read the recap →
Recap and Insights on the 2nd Net Zero Food & Beverage Forum
Sessions and round tables from the 2024 edition, on Scope 3 journeys, the EU Nature Restoration Law, energy metering and short-term energy-saving measures.
Read the recap →
More analysis and event recaps on the Future Bridge Net Zero blog.
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InsideThe Forum
Sessions, delegates and the industrial operations at the centre of the discussion.
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