Event Description
RE+ 2026: Powering the Future in Las Vegas (Nov 16-19, 2026)
Mark your calendars for RE+ 2026, the premier global event shaping the future of energy, scheduled for November 16-19, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. As the expanded and rebranded successor to the renowned Renewable Energy + Storage Conference & Expo (RE+), this gathering is the definitive platform where the entire clean energy ecosystem converges. Expecting tens of thousands of attendees, hundreds of exhibitors, and influential speakers, RE+ 2026 will be the epicenter for innovation, policy, and business in renewables, energy storage, grid modernization, and sustainable solutions.
Core Themes & Content Focus:
RE+ 2026 will delve deep into the critical themes driving the global energy transition:
1. Accelerating Renewable Deployment: The event will showcase cutting-edge advancements in solar (utility-scale, distributed, emerging tech like perovskites), wind (onshore, offshore, floating), geothermal, and other renewable sources. Discussions will focus on overcoming deployment barriers, optimizing project economics, and integrating diverse renewables at scale.
2. Energy Storage Revolution: This remains a cornerstone. Expect extensive coverage of battery technologies (lithium-ion, flow batteries, solid-state), system integration, software, applications (grid services, behind-the-meter, EV charging), and emerging solutions like long-duration storage (LDES) and thermal storage. The focus will be on cost reduction, performance enhancement, and safety.
3. Grid Modernization & Resilience: As renewable penetration increases, grid modernization is paramount. Sessions will explore advanced grid management software, smart inverters, distributed energy resources (DERs) integration, microgrids, cybersecurity, and strategies for enhancing grid resilience against extreme weather and disruptions.
4. Policy, Finance & Markets: Navigating the complex landscape of incentives (like the US Inflation Reduction Act), evolving regulations, market structures, and innovative financing models is crucial. RE+ will feature deep dives into policy impacts, investment strategies, market design, and enabling a just transition.
5. Emerging Technologies & Cross-Sector Synergies: Look beyond the core themes to explore hydrogen production and use, carbon capture/utilization/storage (CCUS), sustainable fuels, electrification of transport (EVs, charging infrastructure), and the critical role of AI and data analytics in optimizing the entire energy system.
What to Expect:
World-Class Keynotes: Visionary leaders from industry, government, and academia will share insights on the future trajectory of energy.
Technical Sessions & Workshops: Hundreds of sessions covering the latest research, case studies, technical deep dives, and practical applications across all focus areas.
Innovative Expo Hall: A massive exhibition floor featuring hundreds of leading companies demonstrating the latest technologies, solutions, and services – from project developers and EPCs to component manufacturers, financiers, and software providers.
Unmatched Networking: Structured and informal networking opportunities are central to RE+. Connect with peers, potential partners, investors, and industry giants in dedicated pavilions, networking lounges, and social events.
RE+ Launch & Awards: Celebrate groundbreaking innovations and projects that are advancing the energy transition.
Why Las Vegas?
Las Vegas offers unparalleled accessibility, world-class convention facilities (Las Vegas Convention Center), a vast array of accommodation and entertainment options, and a vibrant atmosphere conducive to large-scale international events. Its location in the heart of the US solar market and its status as a major convention hub make it an ideal setting for RE+ 2026.
Conclusion:
RE+ 2026 is more than a conference; it's the essential catalyst for the energy transition. It provides the knowledge, connections, and marketplace needed to accelerate the deployment of clean energy, build resilient grids, and unlock sustainable economic growth. Whether you're a developer, investor, policymaker, engineer, researcher, or sustainability professional, RE+ 2026 in Las Vegas is the indispensable event to shape and be part of the energy future. Plan now to join the global movement towards a cleaner, more reliable, and equitable energy system.