NEC to host Solar and Storage show next month
The venue and dates have been announced for Solar and Storage Live UK, the UK’s largest solar energy exhibition, where guests can stay informed on the latest technologies, market trends and government policies.
The event is returning to the NEC Birmingham from the 22-24 September and will bring together over 20,000 professionals across the energy value chain.
The landmark event will highlight the West Midlands’ pivotal role as a driver of the UK’s clean energy transition and ambitious net zero targets.
The three-day exhibition is free to attend and co-locate with EVCharge Live UK, offering local and international attendees’ all-access entry to two premier renewable energy gatherings under one roof.
The 2026 exhibition floor will feature 500 global exhibitors displaying breakthrough innovations in high-performance solar PV modules, commercial and utility-scale battery storage, and intelligent energy management systems.
Confirmed exhibitors for 2026 include prominent market leaders such as EcoFlow, Solis, Solarport, Cableworld, GSI Integration, JA Solar, K2 Systems, Power Electronics, and Sigenergy. The trade floor caters to every stage of the supply chain—from EPC services and electrical infrastructure to finance, recruitment, and Distribution Network Operators (DNOs).
Through its co-location with EVCharge Live UK, the event also bridges the gap between renewable generation and electric mobility, presenting cutting-edge EV charging infrastructure, fleet management tools, and smart grid solutions directly to West Midlands businesses looking to decarbonise their fleets and facilities.
A comprehensive conference program will feature more than 250 expert speakers from government, finance, and the broader energy sector.
The agenda equips businesses with actionable strategies to tackle grid modernisation, policy updates, rising power demand, and workforce shortages across six dedicated tracks - utility-scale solar, residential solar, commercial and industrial (C&I), energy storage, workforce development, and data centres
Additionally, the dedicated EVCharge Live UK Theatre will analyse central government policy, charging network rollouts, and power capacity solutions.
Keynote and featured speakers for 2026 include David Rice (CEO, Segen), Adeolu Adesanya (head of Commercial Finance, NESO), Chris Hewett (chief executive, Solar Energy UK), Richard Bartlett (co-founder and CEO, Greenhearth Limited) and Antonio Arruebo (market analyst, SolarPower Europe).
Registration for Solar & Storage Live UK 2026 is free for all industry professionals, commercial leaders, and attendees - register for a free pass.
