The smarter E Europe, Energy Industry Exhibition and Conference

The smarter E Europe 2026, Europe’s leading energy industry exhibition and conference alliance, runs June 22–25 in Germany (conferences June 22–23, exhibition June 23–25), focusing on renewable energy, energy storage, e-mobility, and heating transition with bilingual knowledge sharing, networking, and tailored services for exhibitors, visitors, and policymakers, driven by EU policies and global energy transition trends.

1.  Overview

Basic Information

• Name: The smarter E Europe 2026

• Exhibition date and place: June 23–25, 2026, Messe München

• Conference date and place: June 22–23, 2026, ICM München

• Europe’s largest and most influential energy industry exhibition alliance, building on the resounding success of the 2025 edition. It serves as a one-stop platform integrating exhibition displays, technical exchanges, policy discussions, and business cooperation, focusing on driving the global energy transition.

• The smarter E Login – a dedicated digital tool for all participants, enabling seamless registration for exhibitions and conferences, access to exclusive resources, and pre-event/post-event networking management.

Value Proposition

• Knowledge Ecosystem: Provides on-demand access to recorded conferences, in-depth industry studies, expert insights, and technical whitepapers, covering the full lifecycle of energy industry information needs.

• Cross-Industry Linkage: Bridges solar energy, wind energy, storage, e-mobility, and heating sectors, promoting integrated development of the entire energy chain.

• Global Influence: Attracts exhibitors, professionals, and policymakers from Europe and around the world, becoming a barometer of global energy transition trends.

2. Exhibition & Conference Focus Areas

Key Industry Sectors

• Renewable Energy: Solar energy (photovoltaic modules, inverters, mounting systems, tracking technology) and wind energy (onshore/offshore wind turbines, components, maintenance services).

• Energy Storage & Management: Battery storage systems (lithium-ion, flow batteries), energy management platforms, smart grid solutions, and demand response technologies.

• E-Mobility & Charging Infrastructure: Electric vehicles (passenger cars, commercial vehicles), AC/DC charging piles, fast-charging technology, charging network operation, and battery swapping systems.

• Heating Transition: Heat pumps (air-source, ground-source, water-source), low-carbon heating equipment, and integration solutions for renewable energy and heating systems.

Hot Topics & Technical Directions

• Charging & Mobility Innovation: Vehicle-to-X (V2X) technology, bidirectional charging, smart charging network scheduling, and interoperability of charging standards.

• Solar Energy Advancement: Hybrid PV systems (combination of PV and energy storage/heating), PV panel recycling technology, high-efficiency cell modules, and floating solar power plants.

• Energy System Optimization: Intelligent energy management for cold storage facilities, microgrid construction, virtual power plants (VPPs), and integration of renewable energy into the grid.

• Policy & Market Debates: In-depth discussions on the EU’s combustion engine ban policy, CO₂ emission reduction targets for transportation, incentives for low-carbon mobility, and policy support for energy efficiency improvement.

3. Target Participants & Customized Services

For Exhibitors

• Participation Opportunities:

• Booth booking (flexible options for standard booths, special booths, and themed pavilions).

• Application for thematic exhibition areas (e.g., solar innovation zone, e-mobility showcase, heat pump technology zone).

• Sponsorship packages (platinum, gold, silver levels) including brand exposure at key venues, keynote speech opportunities, and targeted audience outreach.

• Support Services:

• One-on-one exhibition planning guidance (booth design, logistics arrangement, on-site operation).

• Access to parallel event participation (hosting technical seminars, product launch conferences, or roundtable discussions).

• Post-exhibition data analysis (visitor flow statistics, potential customer matching reports) to optimize investment returns.

For Professional Visitors

• Knowledge Acquisition:

• Attend bilingual (German/English) conferences, webinars, expert interviews, and podcasts, covering policy interpretations, technological breakthroughs, and market forecasts.

• Access on-site technical workshops led by industry leaders, focusing on practical application cases and hands-on operation guidance.

• Networking & Cooperation:

• Dedicated industry meeting points for professionals in charging infrastructure, e-mobility, renewable energy, and heating sectors, facilitating face-to-face business negotiations.

• Online networking through The smarter E Login, enabling pre-event appointment setting with exhibitors and post-event follow-up communication.

For Policymakers & Researchers

• Platform for exchanging views on EU energy policies (e.g., Energy Efficiency Act EnEfG) and national energy transition strategies.

• Access to cutting-edge research results, academic exchanges, and discussions on long-term energy development planning.

4. Industry Drivers & Market Trends

Policy Background

• The EU directive and German Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) are accelerating the conversion of corporate and public electromobility fleets, driving strong demand for charging infrastructure and e-mobility supporting services.

• Strict CO₂ emission reduction targets for the transportation and heating sectors are promoting the replacement of traditional oil/gas heating with renewable energy heating solutions (e.g., heat pumps).

Market Outlook

• The global solar energy market maintains steady growth momentum, with continuous technological upgrades and cost reductions driving large-scale application in residential, commercial, and utility-scale projects.

• The e-mobility market is expanding rapidly, with increasing demand for high-efficiency charging solutions and V2X technology to address energy storage and grid stability challenges.

Technological Focus

• Optimizing the planning and layout of charging infrastructure to improve coverage and charging efficiency, while promoting the popularization of bidirectional charging technology.

• Advancing the research and development of economical, high-efficiency, and future-proof heat pumps, enhancing their adaptability to different climate and building conditions.

• Strengthening the integration of renewable energy, energy storage, and e-mobility to build a decentralized, intelligent, and low-carbon energy system.