July Electricity Appointments: five events to connect with the future of energy.

July brings with it a packed international calendar of events that will shape the future of energy, electrification and smart grids. At a time when the energy transition is gathering pace, these events are becoming key forums for discovering the technologies that will define the sector’s future.

Here at Iria, we’ve put together a selection of congresses and conferences that will tackle some of today’s major challenges: the digitalisation of electricity grids, energy storage, the integration of renewable energy and the growth of electric mobility.

Because every event is an opportunity to learn about new trends, connect with professionals from around the world and understand how the energy ecosystem is evolving to enable more efficient, connected and sustainable mobility.

Discover, connect and be inspired to keep charging in style.

Smart Grids Europe 2026

20–21 July – Frankfurt, Germany

A European conference dedicated to smart grids and the technologies that are transforming the energy system. A forum where digitalisation, renewable energy and energy storage come together to build a more efficient, flexible and future-proof grid.

• An event that focuses on the evolution of energy infrastructure.
• An opportunity to discover how smart grids are driving the energy transition.

International Conference on Smart Grid and Energy

17–19 July – Qingdao, China

An international event focusing on smart energy systems and solutions that optimise energy management. A forum where innovation, storage and digitalisation come together to tackle the energy challenges of the future.

• An event that highlights the role of technology in efficient energy management.
• An opportunity to discover the trends that are redefining electricity grids.

IEEE Power & Energy Society General Meeting 2026

19–23 July – Montreal, Canada

One of the world’s leading conferences in the field of electricity. A forum where experts, companies and organisations analyse the developments that are driving the electrification and transformation of the energy sector.

• An event that brings together the leading voices in the international electricity industry.
• An opportunity to understand the challenges and opportunities of the global energy transition.

International Conference on Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

16–17 July – Paris, France

An international event specialising in hybrid and electric vehicles, as well as the infrastructure that enables their growth. A forum where innovation, smart charging and the electrification of transport are paving the way towards more sustainable mobility.

• An event that reflects the constant evolution of electric vehicles and their associated technologies.
• An opportunity to explore the solutions that are accelerating the mobility of the future.

International Conference on Power Energy Systems and Applications

27–30 July – Munich, Germany

An international conference focusing on electricity systems and advanced applications for energy management. A forum where energy networks, storage and technological innovation come together to improve the sector’s efficiency and sustainability.

• An event that highlights the key role of innovation in the evolution of energy systems.
• An opportunity to discover the technologies that will drive electrification in the coming years.