FRESKON 2026

FRESKON 2026: Leading the Solar Revolution in Thessaloniki
April 23–25, 2026 | Thessaloniki, Greece

FRESKON 2026, the premier international exhibition and conference on renewable energy, returns to Thessaloniki as a pivotal hub for solar innovation, sustainability, and green transition. As Southeast Europe’s largest clean energy event, FRESKON 2026 will unite over 15,000 attendees—including industry leaders, policymakers, engineers, investors, and researchers—under the theme "Powering the Future: Solar Solutions for a Sustainable Tomorrow."

Exhibition Highlights: A Showcase of Cutting-Edge Technology
The event will feature a sprawling 30,000 m² exhibition space, hosting 400+ exhibitors from 50+ countries. Visitors will explore:
- Solar Photovoltaics (PV): Next-gen panels, bifacial cells, perovskite technologies, and building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV).
- Energy Storage: Advanced battery systems, grid-scale solutions, and smart inverters.
- Smart Grids & Digitalization: IoT-enabled monitoring, AI-driven efficiency tools, and blockchain for energy trading.
- Sustainable Applications: Solar-powered mobility, green hydrogen integration, and agrovoltaics.
- Supply Chain Innovations: Materials, manufacturing processes, and circular economy models.

Conference Program: Insights from Global Visionaries
FRESKON’s conference agenda will deliver 100+ sessions across 5 tracks:
1. Policy & Regulation: EU Green Deal updates, national incentives, and market barriers.
2. Technology & Innovation: Breakthroughs in PV efficiency, storage capacity, and hybrid systems.
3. Market Trends: Demand forecasts for Southeast Europe, financing models, and project finance.
4. Sustainability: Carbon neutrality pathways, life-cycle assessments, and circular economy practices.
5. Future Horizons: Space-based solar, floating PV, and urban energy resilience.
Keynote speakers include executives from IRENA, the European Commission, and top firms like Tesla Energy, SunPower, and First Solar. Workshops and roundtables will foster interactive discussions on decarbonization challenges and opportunities.

Networking & Business Acceleration
FRESKON 2026 will facilitate strategic partnerships through:
- B2B Matchmaking: AI-powered meetings tailored to investment and supply chain needs.
- Startup Arena: A pitch competition for emerging green tech startups, with €500K in prizes.
- Awards Ceremony: Recognizing excellence in innovation, sustainability, and market leadership.

Why Thessaloniki?
Greece’s second-largest city serves as an ideal backdrop, leveraging its strategic position between Europe, Asia, and Africa. With ambitious national solar targets (e.g., 8 GW by 2030) and a thriving renewable energy sector, Thessaloniki offers attendees a firsthand look at regional growth potential.

FRESKON 2026 is more than an event—it’s a catalyst for accelerating the global energy transition. Join us to shape the future of solar power, forge impactful collaborations, and drive the shift toward a net-zero world.

Registration Opens: October 2025
For Exhibitors/Sponsors: www.freskon.gr
Attendee Information: Early-bird passes available March 2026.