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Monaco: a global pioneer of the clean economy
The Transition – Monaco Forum will take place from 26-27 June 2018 at the Grimaldi Forum in Monte Carlo. Monaco.
Monaco is at the heart of the clean tech innovation. Today, 64 seawater heat pumps produce 17% of the total energy consumed in the Principality.
The Principality is committed to its 2020 Energy Climate Plan, aiming to reduce GhG emissions and developing the adequate infrastructure to support renewable energy production.
The Grimaldi Forum Monaco is lying across the seafront of Monaco’s eastern “Larvotto” beach quarter, right next to Monaco’s beautiful Japanese Garden.
Getting There
Address: Grimaldi Forum 10, Avenue Princesse Grace MC 98000 Monaco
Telephone: +377 99 99 20 00
By Train
The Monaco’s Rail Station is a 15 minute walk from the Grimaldi Forum Monaco & 10 minutes by Bus – Line #4.
By Air
The Grimaldi Forum Monaco is 25 km from the International Airport Nice Côte d’Azur. Among major international direct flights are:
- Paris - Nice: 1h30
- Rome - Nice: 1h20
- London - Nice: 2h00
- Frankfurt - Nice: 1h40
- New York - Nice: 7h15
- Dubai - Nice: 7h45
- Moscow - Nice: 4h
Monaco is 30 minutes from the Nice Airport by road via the Autoroute A8 Highway, & 7 minutes by helicopter shuttle with departures every 30 minutes.
By Car
Take the A8 Highway, exit "Monaco".
From Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport, it takes approximately 30 minutes using the expressway to reach Monaco.
Parking
Parking is located at the Grimaldi Forum Monaco, Avenue Princesse Grace.
Approximately 100 meters from the Grimaldi Forum Monaco, there are 3 designated parking lots: Parking Larvotto & Parking Louis II, Boulevard Louis II.
However, it is recommended that you carpool when coming to the Grimaldi Forum: www.monacovoiturage.mc
By Bus
If you wish to take the bus from Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport to Monaco:
By Helicopter
If you wish to get to Monaco by helicopter from Nice Côte d'Azur International Airport.
Approximate cost: 130€
Accommodation
We have selected a number of conveniently located hotels where you may choose to stay. These hotels will be offering special rates to Forum attendees.
We strongly recommend that you stay at one of the listed hotels as they are located very close to the Grimaldi Forum.
List of official hotels:
The deadline to reserve your room is 26 May 2018.
HOTEL | ADRESS |
Fairmont Monte Carlo | 12, avenue des Spelugues - Monte Carlo, MC 98000 |
Meridien Beach Plaza | 22 Avenue Princesse Grace - Monte Carlo, MC 98000 |
Novotel Monte Carlo** | 16 Boulevard Princesse Charlotte - Monte Carlo, MC 98 000 |
Hermitage Monte Carlo | Square Beaumarchais - Monte Carlo, MC 98000 |
To benefit special rate, you must first formally register to attend the Forum.
Our logistics team will share more information about booking a room upon your registration
You can register through the formal invitation you received by email from invitation@transitionmonacoforum.com.
If you did not receive a copy, you can request an invite online at https://registration.transitionmonacoforum.com/info#request.
Information related to Monaco
Roaming
Various mobile operators offer international roaming agreements and good coverage in Monaco. Hotels will include access to a landline. However, local and international calls can be more expensive than calls placed on a cellular line.
We recommend checking with your mobile carrier before arrival to determine whether your coverage zone includes travel within France and Monaco.
Currency and Exchange Rates
The Principality of Monaco uses the Euro, abbreviated as €.
Weather
Monaco has warm Mediterranean, dry summers. Cool and rainy interludes can interrupt the dry summer season, the average length of which is also shorter.
Generally, temperatures do not drop below 20 °C (68 °F) in this season.
Time
Monaco time during the summer is two hours ahead of GMT/UTC.
Electronic Devices
The Principality currently provides electricity at 220 volts AC. European type of plugs are used.
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