As the UK races toward its net-zero targets and seeks to strengthen energy security, one event is fast becoming the heartbeat of the transition. Energy Technology Live 2026, taking place 11–12 March 2026 at Birmingham’s NEC, will once again bring together the most forward-thinking minds in energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, and materials to accelerate the UK’s net-zero targets and energy security ambitions.
Featuring Two Shows in One
One of the event’s key strengths lies in its co-located format.
The Distributed Energy Show offers a platform for energy users, from local authorities and industrial operators to developers and landowners the chance to explore the technologies and services needed to implement flexible, future-ready energy strategies.
The Energy Storage Show will spotlight advances in battery and energy storage systems for everything from utility-scale projects to on-site SME’s and domestic applications.
A Platform for the Future of UK Energy
Energy Technology Live has become synonymous with innovation and collaboration across the energy sector. The 2026 edition promises to be no exception, offering a vital forum for stakeholders across the UK’s energy ecosystem to explore the next wave of technologies and sustainable solutions, from grid-scale renewables and industrial decarbonisation to battery storage, hydrogen, and AI-enabled systems.
As the industry navigates increasing pressure to decarbonise, shifting markets, and evolving policy landscapes, it is essential that all corners of the sector come together at Energy Technology Live, armed with the knowledge and connections needed to keep pace with change.
“We can’t wait to bring together the leading innovators and disruptors in distributed, flexible energy and energy storage once again. It’s your chance to see the very latest technologies up close, while meeting the entire energy value chain -from users, network operators and energy generators to technology suppliers, project developers and sustainability leaders. For two action-packed days, this event brings the energy sector together like nowhere else, with unbeatable opportunities to network, trade and share ideas.” – Marina Rodousaki, Exhibition Director, Energy Technology Live
With registration granting access to both shows, attendees can explore the full spectrum of solutions shaping the distributed, decentralised energy landscape.
A Conference Programme Powering the Future
At the heart of Energy Technology Live is a three-stage conference programme featuring some of the brightest minds in energy strategy and innovation. The 2026 speaker line-up includes experts from Elexon, Modo Energy, Octopus Energy, SP Energy Networks, Zenobe, Centrica, UK Power Networks, Fike, Form Energy, and Roadnight Taylor, with many more to be announced.
Across three stages, attendees can expect keynote sessions, lively panel debates, and practical case studies, all designed to turn bold ideas into actionable strategies.
“We know that if we’re going to address the challenge of climate change, we need an all-systems approach.” Says Luke Strickland, Net Zero Advisory Lead (Buildings and Cities), Mott MacDonald. “This event is so great at bringing people together at all scales to explore how we can do things differently—because business as usual doesn’t get us to net-zero, and I think that’s really exciting.”
Key themes for 2026 include Flexibility, Next-Generation Storage, Hydrogen, Heat Networks, Solar, Thermal Energy, and Data-Driven Energy Systems, all hot topics for an industry in transition.
Innovation on Display
Alongside the conference, the exhibit will feature 200+ companies, showcasing products, technologies, and services that support the transition to cleaner, more efficient energy systems. Expect to see key companies such as 2G Energy, Benning Power Electronics, Caldera, Clarke Energy, DSO – Electricity North West, Energy2, Fike, Flexitricity, Greener Power Solutions, NESO Power Responsive, SunSynk, and Waxman Energy, with many more to be announced.
“Energy Technology Live is an incredible showcase for emerging technologies. Says Mark Meyrick, General Manager, Ecotricity Smart Grid “We saw innovations we hadn’t come across before, and being able to speak directly with the people behind them made it more impactful than watching a clip online. I love it for that.”
Connecting the Energy Community
Networking has always been a defining feature of Energy Technology Live. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with peers, suppliers, policymakers and potential partners across the energy ecosystem. From informal meetups to networking receptions the event is designed to spark meaningful connections and long-term collaborations.
Whether you’re a policymaker shaping the future of energy, a manufacturer looking to decarbonise operations, or a technology provider ready to scale, Energy Technology Live 2026 offers a rare opportunity to connect, collaborate, and contribute to the UK’s energy transition.
Energy Technology Live 2026 takes place 11–12 March at the NEC, Birmingham. Register for your free pass and gain access to professionals across energy, technology, R&D, industry, and policy sectors HERE
