Smart Energy Hubs Conference 2026 (3rd edition) Save the Date

The transition to a sustainable energy system requires smart, integrated solutions for managing decentralized generation, storage, conversion, and flexible energy use.

The Smart Energy Hubs Conference 2026 will take place on:

4 November 2026
Enschede, The Netherlands (U Parkhotel)

This conference brings together researchers, industry representatives, municipalities, and energy professionals to exchange knowledge and present innovations in the field of smart, integrated energy systems.

What to expect

Participants can look forward to:

• Solutions for grid congestion, regional energy planning, and infrastructure integration 
• Developments in multi-energy systems, including storage, hydrogen, heating networks, and power-to-X 
• Applications of AI, digital twins, and advanced energy management systems
• Cyber-secure and interoperable ICT platforms for monitoring and control 
• Insights from real-life pilots in the Netherlands and across Europe
• Perspectives on community energy hubs, local energy markets, and regulatory frameworks

Call for Contributions

Researchers and practitioners working on innovative solutions in smart, integrated energy systems are invited to contribute.

Abstract submission opens: 15 April 2026

More information

Conference website:
https://conferentie.smartenergyhubs.eu/en/

Ticket sales will open soon.

Building on the success of previous editions, the conference continues to develop as an important platform for advancing knowledge and collaboration in smart energy systems.

The conference is chaired by Richard van Leeuwen (Saxion) and co-chaired by Yashar Hajimolana (University of Twente), in collaboration with partners including Topsector Energie, Oost NL, and Kennisplatform Energiehubs.