Event Description
EMEX 2026: Auckland's Premier Hub for New Zealand's Energy & Sustainability Future
Mark your calendars for May 26 - 28, 2026, as Auckland's vibrant ASB Showgrounds transforms into the epicentre of New Zealand's energy transition and sustainability drive. EMEX 2026, the country's largest and most comprehensive exhibition and conference dedicated to energy management, efficiency, and sustainability, returns bigger and more impactful than ever. This essential event brings together industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, businesses, and communities to navigate the critical challenges and seize the immense opportunities presented by Aotearoa New Zealand's ambitious decarbonisation goals.
Core Focus Areas Driving Content:
EMEX 2026 will be structured around interconnected pillars reflecting the urgency and complexity of the sustainability landscape:
1. Renewable Energy Integration & Generation: Explore the latest in solar PV (rooftop, large-scale), wind onshore and offshore, geothermal advancements, emerging marine energy, and critical enabling technologies like battery storage (grid-scale and behind-the-meter) and green hydrogen production. Discussions will focus on grid stability, investment models, and accelerating deployment to meet the 100% renewable electricity target and beyond.
2. Energy Efficiency & Conservation: Discover cutting-edge solutions for reducing energy consumption across all sectors – commercial, industrial, residential, and public. Highlights include smart building technologies (IoT, AI-driven HVAC), energy-efficient lighting, industrial process optimisation, demand-side response programs, and retrofits. Emphasis will be placed on cost savings, emissions reduction, and meeting EECA targets.
3. Sustainable Practices & the Circular Economy: Go beyond energy to encompass broader sustainability. Topics will cover sustainable water management, waste reduction and circular economy models, sustainable procurement, ESG reporting frameworks, and biodiversity considerations in infrastructure projects. This reflects the holistic approach needed for true resilience.
4. Future Grid & Digitalisation: Delve into the technologies modernising New Zealand's electricity network. Key themes include smart grid infrastructure, advanced metering, grid digitalisation, cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, vehicle-to-grid (V2G) integration, and the role of data analytics in optimising energy use and grid management.
5. Transport Electrification & Low-Carbon Fuels: Accelerate the shift in transport. EMEX will showcase the latest EV models (cars, buses, fleets), charging infrastructure solutions (fast, ultra-fast, wireless), fleet electrification strategies, and the development and deployment of low-carbon alternative fuels like biofuels and green hydrogen for hard-to-abate sectors.
What to Expect:
Exhibition Hall: Over 200 leading local and international exhibitors showcasing innovative products, services, and technologies across all EMEX themes.
Conference Programme: A packed agenda featuring keynote presentations from global and national thought leaders, expert panel discussions, technical workshops, and case study presentations. Topics will be highly relevant to NZ's specific context and policy landscape.
Networking Opportunities: Extensive chances to connect with peers, potential partners, investors, and government representatives through dedicated networking zones, social events, and the exhibition floor.
Practical Insights: Focus on actionable solutions, real-world applications, funding mechanisms, and policy updates to help businesses and communities implement effective strategies.
Why Auckland?
Hosting EMEX in Auckland, New Zealand's largest economic hub and a key driver of national energy demand and innovation, provides unparalleled access to a diverse audience. The city itself is a living laboratory for sustainability challenges and solutions, making it the ideal location to foster collaboration and accelerate progress towards New Zealand's climate commitments.
EMEX 2026 is more than an event; it's a catalyst for change. It's the essential platform for anyone shaping New Zealand's energy future, committed to sustainability, or seeking to understand and capitalise on the opportunities within the global green economy. Secure your participation now to be part of this pivotal moment in Aotearoa's journey.