From insights to impact – the power of open data.
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The dynamic field of open data is changing the way in which we understand, engage with, and shape our world. From fostering transparency and fuelling research to triggering technological advances and informing policymakers, the potential of open data is unlimited.
The Publications Office of the European Union is thrilled to announce the 2025 edition of EU Open Data Days, scheduled for 19-20 March 2025 at the European Convention Centre in Luxembourg (ECCL) and online.
This event, organised by the team at data.europa.eu, the official portal for European data, aims to promote the harnessing of open data's power and will bring together data providers, enthusiasts, and re-users from Europe and beyond.
Whether you’re part of the private sector working as a data publisher, a data analyst, or a public policymaker, an academic, or even just a passionate advocate for open data, this event is for you
What to expect
- Success stories & best practices: Hear first-hand experiences from the front lines of European data policy and the work involved in the compilation of high-value datasets, discover insights on data reuse in business models and the new frontiers of AI.
- Challenges & solutions: Learn to navigate the challenges of open data, with perspectives from publishers and users.
- Visualising impact: Explore how data visualisation is reshaping communication, policymaking, and citizen engagement.
- Data literacy: Unlock the full potential of open data through skill-building and innovative initiatives.
Together, let's shape a future where data is not just open but optimally leveraged for an empowered society.
Mark your calendars
Join us for two sessions of networking, inspiration, and learning.
Save the Date: 19-20 March 2025
Time: 13:30 -18:00 (Wednesday, 19 March), 9:00 - 15:30 (Thursday, 20 March)
Location: European Convention Centre in Luxembourg (ECCL) & online
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Together, let's shape a future where data is not just open but optimally leveraged for an empowered society.
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Register for EU Open Data Days 2025 in Luxembourg
Join us in Luxembourg for EU Open Data Days on 19 and 20 March 2025 at the European Convention Center (ECCL). The event promotes the harnessing of open data’s power.
Learn from experts in the field through success stories and best practices and be at the forefront of open data. Take this unique opportunity to engage and network with the open data community and innovators in the field of open data.
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You only need to register through the link above if you plan to attend in person in Luxembourg. No registration is required for online viewing (see below).
Attend the EU Open Data Days 2025 online
A live webstream will be available for the event, with more details to follow.
If you plan to follow the sessions online, you can already block your calendar by downloading the appropriate calendar items below for the day(s) you wish to attend:
Wednesday, 19 March 2025
(13:30 - 18:00)Thursday, 20 March 2025
(9:00 - 15:30)Both days
Programme
The event programme is subject to change without notice. Please check this page for updates.
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- Opening speech
Welcome speechHilde Hardeman-ContributorDirector-General, Publications Office of the European Union
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- Keynote speech
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- Open data ecosystems and governance
A practical guide to inventorying and opening all public sector data in your countryThis presentation shares insights from a year-long Fulbright project with the Prime Minister’s Office in Lithuania, focusing on building a comprehensive public sector data inventory. It outlines the framework used to identify nearly 2 000 datasets, addresses governance challenges, and explores communication strategies and best practices for large-scale data cataloguing. The session highlights legal approaches and lessons for transferring these methods to other countries, demonstrating how Lithuania advanced data-driven policymaking and transparency. The presentation contributes to broader discussions on integrating open data, traditional statistics, and policy-relevant datasets for effective decision-making.
Milda Aksamitauskas-ContributorFulbright Scholar, University of Wisconsin - Madison
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- Open data ecosystems and governance
Towards a sustainable open data ecosystemIn this talk we will explore the key findings of the Horizon 2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie project, ODECO, focused on creating sustainable open data ecosystems. Over four years, 15 researchers studied user needs and governance structures for seven distinct user groups. The presentation addresses how user-driven, circular, inclusive, and skills-based approaches can provide social and economic value back to open data ecosystems. It also highlights strategies to foster participation from non-governmental stakeholders and improve collaboration across sectors. Insights into governance improvements and data quality enhancements will be shared, aiming to advance sustainable open data practices in the EU.
Bastiaan van Loenen-ContributorScientific Coordinator - ODECO Project, Delft University of Technology
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- Open data ecosystems and governance
Data for AI or AI for data: artificial Intelligence as a catalyser for open government data ecosystemsArtificial intelligence holds significant potential to transform open government data (OGD) ecosystems. This session explores eight distinct roles AI can play, from Portal Curator to Ecosystem Data Retriever, demonstrating how these roles can enrich OGD initiatives. By addressing gaps in current implementations, the discussion provides valuable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers to leverage AI effectively. The presentation highlights opportunities for strategic integration of AI within open data frameworks, fostering innovation, improving governance, and enhancing citizen engagement.
Anastasija Nikiforova-ContributorAssistant Professor, University of Tartu
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- Open data ecosystems and governance
EU Open Research Repository on Zenodo – supporting the implementation of the EU open science policyThe EU Open Research Repository, launched on Zenodo in 2024, operationalises the EU Open Science policy by providing a research repository tailored for EU research funding beneficiaries. This presentation outlines its innovative data curation framework, featuring AI-driven tools and high-quality open datasets that reduce the cost and effort of curation. It emphasises the repository’s adherence to FAIR data principles through automated checks and guidance. Integration with data.europa.eu enhances repository optimisation and data quality. The session highlights the repository’s role in advancing open data governance in Europe and its potential scalability to other initiatives.
Lars Hols Nielsen-ContributorHead of Open Science Infrastructure, European Organisation for Nuclear Research
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Coming soonMaroš Šefčovič-ContributorExecutive Vice President, European Commission
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- Data access, quality, and interoperability
How SEMIC enhances interoperable data sharing in Europe – the role and governance of DCAT-AP and LDESDCAT-AP has become the de facto standard for open data portals across the EU, driving the development of domain-specific extensions. However, its growing adoption in data spaces poses technical and policy challenges, requiring robust governance to prevent duplication and ensure semantic interoperability. SEMIC addresses these issues with a structured governance framework that supports the effective reuse and extension of DCAT-AP. Furthermore, SEMIC facilitates data sharing through Linked Data Event Streams (LDES), a semantic standard enabling efficient and scalable publication and consumption of data. Pilots with the Rijksmuseum, DEU, and ERA have demonstrated LDES's value in fostering interoperable and sustainable data ecosystems.
Georges Lobo - Pavlina Fragkou-ContributorGeorges Lobo, Programme Manager - SEMIC Team Leader / Pavlina Fragkou, Project Manager, European Commission
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- Data access, quality, and interoperability
A deep dive into metadata quality – open datasets across EuropeHigh-quality metadata is essential for making datasets searchable, discoverable, and reusable, unlocking the potential of open data. This presentation benchmarks European countries using a composite indicator of metadata quality, applied to random samples of datasets from data.europa.eu. The results reveal significant disparities in metadata quality across five dimensions. The analysis underscores the importance of improving metadata practices and raising awareness among stakeholders. Recommendations for both data providers and users aim to enhance the usability and value of open data while promoting more consistent metadata standards across Europe.
Barbara Šlibar-ContributorTeaching Assistant, University of Zagreb
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- Data access, quality, and interoperability
Unlocking potential – transforming open data with innovative solutions for interoperability, reuse, and user engagementThis presentation demonstrates how innovative technical solutions can overcome challenges in open data management, focusing on interoperability, reuse, and quality. It highlights the creation of Germany's leading open data portal by the Bavarian Open Data Team within one year. Key aspects include automated metadata quality improvement, reusable open-source infrastructure, and engagement strategies for public administrations and users. The session provides insights into how public bodies can adopt open data practices and offers examples of solutions that support the EU's open data objectives. Lessons will address making data more accessible, attractive, and impactful at both national and European levels.
Luis Moßsburger-ContributorProduct Owner, byte - Bavarian Agency for Digital Affairs
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A 4th wave of open data? – combining open data and AI creatively for social impactStefaan Verhulst-ContributorCo-Founder and Chief Research and Development Officer of The Governance Laboratory (The GovLab, NYC); Co-Founder, The DataTank (Brussels); Research Professor, New York University
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- Data reuse and impact
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- Data reuse and impact
Improving data discovery with AI – Norway’s national data portalNorway’s national data portal, data.norge.no, employs an AI-driven search engine to enhance data discoverability. Using Google Vertex, the search engine enables users to find relevant datasets without needing to know the exact terms used by data providers. Accompanying search results are explanations of why the AI model considers them relevant, fostering transparency. This innovative approach aligns with European open data initiatives, demonstrating how AI can improve data reuse, policymaking, and cross-sector impact. The session offers insights into leveraging AI to enhance data portals efficiently and adapt to emerging language models.
Kjersti Steien-ContributorSenior Advisor/Product Owner, The Norwegian Digitalisation Agency
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- Data reuse and impact
The importance of open data to a clean, flexible power systemTimely open energy data is critical to advancing the clean energy transition and ensuring system flexibility. This session shares Ember’s approach to data curation, modelling, visualisation, and storytelling while addressing successes and challenges in leveraging open-source models. It highlights the strengths and limitations of EU datasets and transparency platforms and explores how emerging needs, like greater flexibility, demand a step-change in open data initiatives. The presentation also examines opportunities offered by artificial intelligence to close data gaps and foster collaboration for sustainable energy systems.
Sam Hawkins-ContributorData Programme Director, Ember, UK
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- Data reuse and impact
Green City service – leveraging urban data and cross-sector collaboration for sustainability and community impactIntegrating urban datasets from diverse sources can provide actionable insights into CO2 emissions and support sustainable urban planning. This session examines a city-wide approach to sustainability metrics and CO2 footprint calculations, drawing on data from municipalities, real estate operators, research institutions, and mobility analyses. The discussion highlights how cross-sectoral data collaboration aligns with EU transparency goals, offering replicable models to enhance environmental accountability, support data-informed decision-making, and help cities meet EU-wide green targets.
Marika Eik-ContributorData Scientist, Mainor AS; Senior Researcher, Estonian Entrepreneurship University of Applied Sciences
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- Data reuse and impact
Integrity Watch EU – fostering transparency and accountability through open dataIntegrity Watch EU (IW EU), an initiative by Transparency International, leverages open data to enhance EU transparency and accountability. This session explores how IW EU reuses datasets, such as the EU Transparency Register and European Commission meeting records, to increase public awareness of lobbying activities and improve legislative oversight. Key examples will illustrate its impact on transparency policies and its use by journalists, researchers, and civil society organisations. The discussion highlights best practices in data-driven advocacy and the potential of open data to strengthen democratic governance.
Raphael Kergueno-ContributorSenior Policy Officer / Data-driven Advocacy, Transparency International EU
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- Data reuse and impact
European Marine Observation and Data Network – advancing marine knowledge to support EU policies and innovationOpen access to high-value marine datasets is essential for supporting EU environmental policies and fostering innovation. This session examines how pan-European marine data services, adhering to FAIR principles, contribute to initiatives such as the EU Green Deal, Maritime Spatial Planning, and the Blue Economy, including offshore wind farm development. It highlights practical use cases demonstrating the integration of marine data into broader data ecosystems like the European Digital Twin Ocean, emphasising the role of open data in enabling cross-sector collaboration and addressing environmental challenges.
Kate Larkin-ContributorHead of Secretariat, European Marine Observation and Data Network
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- Data visualisation, communication and literacy
Shaping reality – how visual design influences data perceptionThe design of data visualisations plays a critical role in how information is interpreted and communicated. This session explores how design elements, such as colour, scale, and focus, can shape narratives and potentially introduce biases, whether intentional or not. Through case studies, including award-winning projects like the SDG Atlas, the presentation highlights the responsibilities of data visualisers to maintain transparency while crafting compelling visual narratives. The session aims to raise awareness of design’s influence on perception, promoting better practices in visual communication and fostering trust in open data initiatives.
Jan Willem Tulp-ContributorDatavizioneer, TULP interactive
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- Data visualisation, communication and literacy
Integrating data and AI literacy in learning pathwaysThis session explores the integration of data and AI literacy into educational pathways, based on experiences from EU-funded projects such as DATALIT, DEDALUS, and SMERALD. These initiatives piloted digitally enhanced learning modules across higher education, secondary schools, and vocational training in multiple EU countries. The focus will be on competence-oriented approaches, IT-based learning systems, and empowering trainers to share knowledge effectively with students. Insights into the development of a European curriculum for data literacy and AI education will also be discussed, aligning with EU priorities on digital competence.
Davide Taibi-ContributorSenior Researcher, National Research Council of Italy - Institute for Educational Technology
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- Data visualisation, communication and literacy
Visualising connections – exploring networks and narratives through data visualisationConnections shape the world and our understanding of it. This session explores how creative approaches to data visualisation can reveal the intricate links between people, cultures, and concepts. Examples include a 3 000-person family tree of European royalty, the relationships in UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage, and cross-cultural constellations in the night sky. Through these case studies, the presentation demonstrates how iterative design processes can uncover hidden patterns in complex networks, providing insights into data storytelling and communication.
Nadieh Bremer-ContributorFounder / Data Visualization Expert, Visual Cinnamon
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- Data visualisation, communication and literacy
Tangible data, tangible future – how open data helps create new narrativesThis presentation examines how transforming complex datasets into physical data sculptures fosters data literacy and community engagement. By making open data interactive and relatable, the approach bridges the digital divide, promotes critical thinking, and encourages dialogue on key societal issues. Case studies include the use of sculptures to visualise environmental, social, and governance data, as well as a new installation representing the datasets published on data.europa.eu. This innovative method enhances communication, particularly for underserved audiences, and demonstrates the potential of data physicalisation in fostering informed, proactive decision-making.
Antonio Moneo-ContributorFounder and CEO, Tangible Data
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- Data visualisation, communication and literacy
Algorithms, art & AI – having fun while being scaredWhat happens when generative AI, art, and data science intersect with interaction design? Through engaging and artistic examples, Andreas Refsgaard invites his audience to reflect on the vast potential and ethical dilemmas arising from the increasing influence of digital technologies in our daily lives.
Andreas Refsgaard-ContributorDigital Artist
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Speakers - Deň 1
Hilde Hardeman
Director-General, Publications Office of the European Union
Hilde Hardeman, Director-General of the Publications Office of the European Union, joined the European Commission in 1994. In her previous roles, she served as Director/Head of Service of the Commission’s Service for Foreign Policy Instruments, and Deputy Head of Cabinet to the Commission Vice-President for Jobs, Growth, Investment and Competitiveness; headed the Commission President’s briefing team; and was in charge of the Units for Relations with Russia, Ukraine, Moldova, and Belarus. Hilde holds a PhD in Slavic Philology and History from the University of Leuven, after studies at Leuven, Stanford University, and Paris. She was also a visiting professor at the College of Europe.
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Day 1: Welcome speech
Milda Aksamitauskas
Fulbright Scholar, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Milda Aksamitauskas is a data strategist with over 20 years of experience working with government leaders to develop integrated data systems. Her career has focused on building frameworks to track outcomes for individuals and communities while ensuring data is accessible to analysts and decision-makers. A Fulbright scholar, Milda most recently served as the director of the State Chief Data Officer Network at Georgetown University, where she advanced data-driven governance and public sector innovation.
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Day 1: A practical guide to inventorying and opening all public sector data in your country
Bastiaan van Loenen
Scientific Coordinator - ODECO Project, Delft University of Technology
Bastiaan van Loenen is the director of the Knowledge Centre Open Data at Delft University of Technology and the scientific coordinator of the Marie Curie Innovative Training Network 'Towards a Sustainable Open Data Ecosystem (ODECO)' and the Erasmus+ project DIRECTORS (DIgital data-dRiven EduCaTion fOR kidS). His research focuses on strategies for developing sustainable open data ecosystems that are user-driven, inclusive, circular, and skills-based. He also serves as the educational director of the MSc Geomatics for the Built Environment, where he teaches courses on the governance of open (spatial) data infrastructures and ecosystems.
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Day 1: Towards a sustainable open data ecosystem
Anastasija Nikiforova
Assistant Professor, University of Tartu
Anastasija Nikiforova is an assistant professor of Information Systems at the University of Tartu and a member of the EOSC Task Force on 'FAIR Metrics and Digital Objects', the Scientific & Technical Advisory Board of Switch Connectome, and the Digital Government Society. She is dedicated to advancing the field through innovative and impactful research, contributing to the evolution of information systems with societal implications. Her research interests include data management, focusing on data integration and data quality management, and digital transformation leadership, driving the digital transformation of public and open data ecosystems. Her work emphasises not only technological advancements but also the dynamics of complex sociotechnical systems, aiming to enhance the resilience and sustainability of digital ecosystems. Further details are available at https://anastasijanikiforova.com/.
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Day 1: Data for AI or AI for data: artificial Intelligence as a catalyser for open government data ecosystems
Lars Hols Nielsen
Head of Open Science Infrastructure, European Organisation for Nuclear Research
Georges Lobo - Pavlina Fragkou
Georges Lobo, Programme Manager - SEMIC Team Leader / Pavlina Fragkou, Project Manager, European Commission
Georges Lobo holds a PhD in Particle Physics from the University of Paris-Sud. He conducted research in particle and nuclear physics for 10 years before transitioning to ICT. He has worked at the European Commission for 24 years, initially as a researcher and later as an Informatics Resource Manager. Since 2012, he has managed programmes in digital technologies, including IoT, network technologies, connected automated driving, and smart cities. In 2017, he joined the Interoperability Unit, focusing on digital innovation in the public sector and GovTech. In 2022, he moved to the Next Generation Internet Unit, specialising in digital commons and open-source innovation. He is now in the Interoperability and Digital Government Unit, concentrating on semantic interoperability.
Pavlina Fragkou is a Project Manager at the European Commission's Interoperability and Digital Government Unit and has contributed to the definition, development, and implementation of policies and actions under the ISA² and DEP programmes. She has over 11 years of experience in IT departments within Greek public administrations, overseeing the design, implementation, and daily operation of national-level information systems. Additionally, she has worked on various European-funded and national research projects. Her expertise includes semantic processing and analysis, machine learning, natural language processing, and computational linguistics. She holds a PhD in Machine Learning.
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Day 1: How SEMIC enhances interoperable data sharing in Europe – the role and governance of DCAT-AP and LDES
Barbara Šlibar
Teaching Assistant, University of Zagreb
Dr Barbara Šlibar holds a PhD from the University of Zagreb, Faculty of Organisation and Informatics, where she is currently a teaching assistant. Her doctoral dissertation, Quality Assessment of Open Datasets Metadata, was awarded magna cum laude. Over the past six years, she has actively contributed to multiple research projects, with her work published in journals such as Government Information Quarterly, SAGE Open, and other academic outlets. In 2021, she was a speaker at the EU Open Data Days, co-presenting with Professor Enrique Mu on The Current State of National Metadata – How to Unlock Open Data Benefits. In 2022, she received the Annual Award for Young Scientists in recognition of her pioneering research on open metadata.
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Day 1: A deep dive into metadata quality – open datasets across Europe
Luis Moßsburger
Product Owner, byte - Bavarian Agency for Digital Affairs
Luis Moßburger holds an MSc in Media Informatics and an MA in Library and Information Science. As a librarian and through research collaborations, including with the User Research Center at Harvard, he has focused on data management and visualisation, user experience, and full-stack software development. Since 2022, he has worked with byte – the Bavarian Agency for Digital Affairs – as the Product Owner responsible for developing the Open Data Portal and leading the Bavarian Open Data Team. He is dedicated to advancing a vision for a better Bavaria through data that is simple, trustworthy, and connected.
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Day 1: Unlocking potential – transforming open data with innovative solutions for interoperability, reuse, and user engagementSpeakers - Deň 2
Stefaan Verhulst
Co-Founder and Chief Research and Development Officer of The Governance Laboratory (The GovLab, NYC); Co-Founder, The DataTank (Brussels); Research Professor, New York University
Dr Stefaan G. Verhulst is an expert in leveraging data and technology for social impact. He is the co-founder of several research organisations, including the Governance Laboratory (GovLab) at New York University and The DataTank in Brussels, where he holds leadership positions. As a research professor at NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering, he focuses on using advances in data and AI to improve decision-making. He is Editor-in-Chief of Data & Policy and has served on expert groups, including the EU’s High-Level Expert Group on Business-to-Government Data Sharing. Recognised as one of the 10 Most Influential Academics in Digital Government, he advises public and private organisations on data stewardship and has spoken at events like TED and the UN World Data Forum.
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Day 2: A 4th wave of open data? – combining open data and AI creatively for social impact
Kjersti Steien
Senior Advisor/Product Owner, The Norwegian Digitalisation Agency
Kjersti Steien is a Senior Advisor at the Norwegian Digitalisation Agency (Digdir) and Product Owner for Norway’s National Data Portal, data.norge.no. She oversees technical solutions to describe organisations' data and present it to potential reusers, with metadata also shared with the European Data Portal (data.europa.eu). Collaborating with teams and external partners such as Samferdselsdata and Kudaf, Kjersti works to lower barriers to sharing and reusing public data while promoting openness and collaboration with a focus on user needs. Before joining Digdir in 2022, she worked on library system development at Deichman (The Public Library of Oslo). Kjersti holds a master’s degree in Library and Information Science from Oslo Metropolitan University.
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Day 2: Improving data discovery with AI – Norway’s national data portal
Sam Hawkins
Data Programme Director, Ember, UK
Sam Hawkins has a background in computer science and began working with energy data at the Policy Studies Institute, where he adapted energy models to incorporate wind generation into future UK energy pathways. He completed his PhD at the University of Edinburgh, focusing on the alignment of wind generation with patterns of energy demand. Subsequently, he worked in the field of short-term power forecasting, combining meteorological data with machine learning techniques. Sam is currently the Data Programme Director at Ember, leading the team responsible for curating and maintaining Ember’s open datasets. He is a strong advocate for the value of open data and open-source tools in building a clean, flexible power system.
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Day 2: The importance of open data to a clean, flexible power system
Marika Eik
Data Scientist, Mainor AS; Senior Researcher, Estonian Entrepreneurship University of Applied Sciences
Marika Eik holds a Doctoral Degree from the Aalto University School of Engineering, awarded in 2014. With extensive experience in materials testing and modelling, Marika has shifted her focus in recent years to enterprise architecture and data science. She is particularly inspired by applying data analysis techniques, including machine learning, to address complex engineering and technological challenges. Her work includes optimising HVAC system controls in buildings, forecasting traffic flow under varying weather conditions, and determining cementitious matrix porosity using SEM/mCT imaging. Marika combines a strong technical foundation with a passion for leveraging data-driven methods to enhance efficiency and innovation across diverse engineering domains.
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Day 2: Green City service – leveraging urban data and cross-sector collaboration for sustainability and community impact
Raphael Kergueno
Senior Policy Officer / Data-driven Advocacy, Transparency International EU
Raphaël Kergueno is a senior policy officer at Transparency International EU (TI EU). He leads the organisation’s data-driven advocacy, focusing on preventing undue influence and conflicts of interest in EU policymaking, particularly in the context of the European Green Deal. Raphaël has overseen the development of the Integrity Watch ecosystem of data visualisation platforms, covering 19 European countries, two EU institutions, and over 70 datasets on lobbying, political finance, financial interests, and public procurement. He is also a co-winner of the 2021 edition of the EU Datathon for the TrackMyEU platform, which leverages open data to bring EU decision-making closer to citizens.
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Day 2: Integrity Watch EU – fostering transparency and accountability through open data
Kate Larkin
Head of Secretariat, European Marine Observation and Data Network
Dr Kate Larkin (PhD, 2006) is Head of Secretariat for the European Marine Observation and Data Network (EMODnet), an EU in situ marine data service under the European Commission Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (DG MARE). EMODnet is a key component of the EU's Marine Knowledge service and, together with the Copernicus Marine Service, forms the backbone infrastructure for the EU Digital Twin Ocean (EDITO). Kate has a multidisciplinary background, holding a degree (2002) in Natural Sciences from the University of Birmingham, UK, and a PhD (2006) in marine biogeochemistry from the University of Southampton/National Oceanography Centre, UK. She has over 15 years’ experience in ocean observation, marine data, and knowledge at both national (UK) and European levels.
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Day 2: European Marine Observation and Data Network – advancing marine knowledge to support EU policies and innovation
Jan Willem Tulp
Datavizioneer, TULP interactive
Jan Willem Tulp, founder of TULP Interactive, is an award-winning data visualisation designer from the Netherlands. With over 13 years of experience, he has worked with a wide range of clients, including the World Bank, Scientific American, Google News Lab, the European Space Agency, Dutch Railways (NS), and Nielsen. His projects span interactive exploratory tools, data-driven storytelling, and experimental visualisations that push creative boundaries.
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Day 2: Shaping reality – how visual design influences data perception
Davide Taibi
Senior Researcher, National Research Council of Italy - Institute for Educational Technology
Davide Taibi is a senior researcher at the Institute for Educational Technology of the National Research Council of Italy (CNR-ITD). His research focuses on applying innovative technologies to support education at various levels, encompassing areas such as mobile learning, the semantic web and linked data for e-learning, learning analytics, augmented and virtual reality in education, and artificial intelligence in education. He has coordinated two EU-funded projects in the field of data literacy: DATALIT (Data Literacy at the Interface of Higher Education and Business) and DEDALUS (Developing Data Literacy Courses for University Students). He is currently leading two EU-funded projects centred on artificial intelligence in education. Davide is also a contract professor at the University of Palermo.
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Day 2: Integrating data and AI literacy in learning pathways
Nadieh Bremer
Founder / Data Visualization Expert, Visual Cinnamon
Nadieh Bremer is a data visualisation designer with a background in astronomy and data science. Awarded the 'Best Individual' prize at the Information is Beautiful Awards, she co-authored Data Sketches and is renowned for her highly customised visualisations. Her work, which transforms complex data into engaging visuals, has been featured by organisations such as Google News Lab, UNICEF, and The New York Times.
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Day 2: Visualising connections – exploring networks and narratives through data visualisation
Antonio Moneo
Founder and CEO, Tangible Data
Antonio Moneo is the founder of Tangible Data, a programme dedicated to advancing data literacy and sustainability. Recognised by Datos.gob.es as a leading open data reuser, Tangible Data showcases innovative approaches to data utilisation. In 2022, Antonio collaborated with the Global Partnership on Sustainable Development Data. He also served as an Open Data Steward at the Open Data Charter and organised the Open Cities Summit in Madrid in 2015. During his tenure at the Inter-American Development Bank (2014–2017), he edited the Abierto al Público blog, achieving 30,000 monthly page views, and organised Open Data Hackathons to foster innovation in mid-sized cities. Antonio remains a strong advocate for open data as a tool for creating impactful and sustainable solutions.
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Day 2: Tangible data, tangible future – how open data helps create new narratives
Andreas Refsgaard
Digital Artist
Andreas Refsgaard is an artist and creative coder based in Copenhagen. Working at the intersection of art and interaction design, he uses algorithms, data, and machine learning to explore the creative potential of emerging digital technologies.
In his artistic practice, Andreas applies a humorous approach to digital tools and their potential applications, often combining inputs and outputs in imaginative ways. Examples include playing music with eye movements, generating memes or fake Wikipedia pages from photos, and transforming drawings of instruments into real compositions.
His playful and interactive works are characterised by a naïve, open-minded approach that questions and exposes both the benefits and drawbacks of the technologies he applies, offering a straightforward and unassuming perspective.
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Day 2: Algorithms, art & AI – having fun while being scared
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