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European Sustainable Energy Week 2025
2025-06-10 08:00 - 2025-06-12 17:00 (Europe/Warsaw) | Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
EUSEW will take place from 10 to 12 June 2025 in a hybrid format, in Brussels and online.
The European Commission and energy stakeholders are organising sessions that focus on sustainable energy issues, highlighting new policy developments, best practices, and innovative ideas. In addition to these sessions, EUSEW will feature networking opportunities that connect the community, as well as the EUSEW Awards, which will honour outstanding individuals, projects, and ideas that have made significant contributions to sustainable energy. The call to host a policy session is now open.

The International Flow Battery Forum 2025
2025-06-24 - 2025-06-26
Over three days, the conference will feature talks, panel sessions, open discussions, networking breaks, a poster session, a conference dinner and a local site visit.
The International Flow Battery Forum (IFBF) is the leading event for the flow battery community. The IFBF promotes the most recent developments in the science, technology and commercialisation of flow batteries. Their conferences cover a broad range of interests in the research and commercial aspects of flow batteries.
The programme
Commissioner David Hochshild, Chair of the California Energy Commission, will address the IFBF this year. He will be explaining the background to California’s Long Duration Energy Storage initiative and the need to have diversity in energy storage systems, with 6 different non-lithium long duration technologies under development and demonstration. Under the CEC’s guidance, California has one of the boldest programmes in the world for supporting new energy technologies.
There will be also a keynote address from Viktor Horváth, Deputy State Secretary for the Energy Transition of Hungary, on the topic of diverse energy storage technologies for the energy transition.
Users and operators of storage including Verbund, Energie Burgenland, EDF and EDP Renewables will talk on the role of flow batteries and energy storage in their operations, and Rongke Power will speak on the challenges and operational performance of their multi 100 MWh flow batteries in China. Going back to Europe, Flexbase, will expand on their plans for a 100 MW plus flow battery in Switzerland.
The event will close with a report on flow batteries in space by Fraunhofer UMSICHT, and the news of a programme funded by the German Space Agency.
Book your ticket HERE

India EV Show 2025
2025-06-27 - 2025-06-28
This occasion is a Premier Show & Exhibition, sparking innovation and forging connections between emerging startups and established heavyweights in the electric mobility arena.
With two days of conferences and panels about innovations, strategies in the market, the workforce, advantages and challenges. Also some in particular about India and the global market, interesting not only for those who have a business there, but for everyone who exports and trade with India.
In addition there will be exhibitions spaces where it will be possible to showcase brands to an audience of more than 1000 business seekers.
It is also possible to nominate your brand for one of the India EV Awards Shows across more than 50 categories!
For more information HERE.

2nd Sodium-Ion Technology Research Innovations and Key Enhancements (STRIKE) Symposium
2025-08-27 - 2025-08-29
After the success of STRIKE 2023, the meeting point for academia and industry in the Sodium-Ion Battery (SIB) technology advancements is back. Explore the latest advances from materials innovation to scalable manufacturing and sustainability, network with researchers, industry pioneers, and policymakers and discover the development of the chemistries and novel developed methods.
The key themes of the event are:
Next-generation materials: Anodes, cathodes, and electrolytes for high-performance SIBs.
Scaling innovation: Manufacturing advancements and industrial partnerships.
Policy & market readiness: Navigating regulatory landscapes and global energy transitions.
Attend the show to engage with visionaries shaping the future of energy storage, showcase your work, and participate in actionable dialogues on commercialization challenges, policy, and investment.
Register for the event HERE.

The Faraday Institution Conference 2025
2025-09-09 - 2025-09-11
The Faraday Institution’s largest and most open science dissemination and networking event to date returns this year on the 9-11 September at the Warwick Arts Centre, University of Warwick, Coventry, UK. It will bring together the community of academics from both UK and international institutions, fellow industry organisations, policy makers and funders, to disseminate battery research and raise the visibility of UK scientific excellence in energy storage.
Key dates:

Call for abstract deadline: 24 March 2025, 23:59 GMT
Early bird registration deadline: 9 June 2025, 23:59 GMT
Standard registration deadline: 11 August 2025, 23:59 GMT

The sponsorships are now open, you can find information here.

30th International Congress for Battery Recycling - ICBR 2025
2025-09-10 - 2025-09-12 | Valencia, Spain
ICBR 2025 is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and its focus on battery recycling since its beginnings makes it more relevant than ever today.
In particular, the program in Valencia this year will focus on lithium-ion battery recycling, and the increasing number of participants, speakers, and exhibitors demonstrates the importance of communication and knowledge exchange on this issue.
Top industry leaders from the entire life cycle of battery recycling, from mining through use and collection at end of life to repair, reuse and recycling come together at ICBR, with experts and regulators to ensure this industry remains a vital and vibrant part of the circular economy in Europe and worldwide.
The event featured a roundtable discussion focusing on the battery circular economy in Spain, a fully booked exhibition hall, and two very different site visits: one to a Veolia waste management plant and another to the Nanophotonic Technology Center in Valencia.
More information and registration HERE

EARPA's FORM Forum 2025
2025-09-30 - 2025-10-01 | Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
Join the leading event, where European automotive research leaders, industry, European Union and government representatives unite to discuss & shape the industry’s future.
This year’s program:
Tuesday, 30 September 2025:
EARPA General Assembly, Foresight Group & Collaborative Research Group sessions & Networking Reception & Exhibition.
Wednesday, 1 October 2025:
FORM Forum Conference Sessions & Explore the Exhibition
This year’s theme will focus on: Transitioning Road Mobility: Actions to Safeguard Europe’s Competitive Edge. The FORM Forum brings together stakeholders from industry, academia and governments to share of knowledge and ideas, providing the next generation with a new era of automotive solutions whilst serving as a powerful motivator for the continued growth of the automotive industry and its contributors.
The event is open to the whole EARPA community including industry, research, government, and representatives from the European Commission.
Information and registration HERE

StoRIES Project Final Event
2025-10-07 - 2025-10-09
The Final Event of the StoRIES project will be held from 7th to 9th October 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, kindly hosted by the project partner, Consejo Superior De Investigaciones Cientificas (CSIC).
This event will convene project partners, stakeholders, and members of the wider research and innovation community to present the project’s achievements and discuss the future of energy storage in Europe.
REGISTER HERE

ENERGY STORAGE GLOBAL CONFERENCE 2025
2025-10-14 - 2025-10-16 | Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
The Energy Storage Global Conference (ESGC) offers a unique opportunity for industry, researchers and policymakers to exchange views on key issues faced by the energy storage sector. During three days, representatives will meet in Brussels and online for the 8th edition, at Hotel Le Plaza, on 14 – 16 October 2025, to discuss regulatory and policy frameworks, the future storage market, and the fast-growing sector of the Benelux region.
What can you expect from the #ESGC2025?

The latest insights on energy storage policies, markets and technologies and applications.
Networking opportunities throughout the conference and exclusive events.
A dynamic exhibition space with 15+ sponsors and exhibitors, offering a chance to explore products, discover innovations, and connect with potential clients and partners.
Engagement with a global audience of over 400 delegates, including industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers.

More information and registration HERE

Powering the Future: UK–EU Battery RD&I Partnerships
2025-10-15 - 2025-10-16
On 15 – 16 October at the Press Club in Brussels BEPA, BATTERY 2030+ and The Faraday Institution are organising a two-day battery workshop in Brussels to explore closer alignment between EU and UK RD&I and policy programmes.
The EU-UK reset talks in May and the UK’s associate membership of the Horizon Europe programme provide the underpinning to re-establish strong partnerships in this crucial technology area.
The workshop will bring together researchers, funders, policy makers and industry to create a report with recommended focus areas for cooperation.
Find the agenda here
Register here

Battery Technologies Summit 2025
2025-10-22 - 2025-10-23 | Turkey, Bilişim Vadisi GEBZE, Istanbul, Turkey
Organised by PiLDER ed in strategic cooperation with the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye Investment Office (Invest in Türkiye), the summit aims to make a strong contribution to Türkiye’s vision of becoming a regional hub in energy storage and battery technologies.
The event will feature:

Leading industry players: Both local and international pioneers of energy storage and battery technologies will take part.
750+ participants: A broad audience including industry professionals, investors, decision makers, and academics.35+ expert speakers: Global industry leaders, academics, investors, and policymakers.
Comprehensive agenda: Covering electric vehicle batteries, next-generation energy storage solutions, sustainability, recycling technologies, regulations, and investment opportunities.
30+ Networking & B2B areas: An innovative foyer showcasing the latest products, technologies, and solutions; private meetings, sector-specific sessions, and the Industry Experts Networking Event to strengthen collaborations.

Register here: https://registration.battery-technologies-summit.com/

International Conference on Advanced Lithium Batteries for Automotive Applications (ABAA-16)
2025-11-03 - 2025-11-05
Starting in 2008, the ABAA conferences were conceived with the mission of enhancing global R&D of advanced lithium batteries for vehicles, accelerating the discussion and communication of R&D progress, as well as strengthening global collaboration in this field. The ABAA conference brings together high-level policy makers from the USA, China, Europe, Japan, and Korea, in addition to most car manufactures, battery industry makers, and world-renown scientists from academia and national labs.
The three-day program will include technical sessions, panel discussions, poster presentations, and an extensive exhibition area. We expect over 700 participants from academia, research institutions, and industry, making ABAA-16 a truly exceptional platform for outreach, collaboration, and engagement.
Enclosed you will find the Conference Program and the Sponsorship & Exhibition Dossier with details of participation opportunities.
More information here: https://abaa-meeting.org/

The International Battery Production Conference (IBPC)
2025-11-05 - 2025-11-06
Attracting over 250 participants from research, industry, and policy, this year’s conference program will include:
• Over 50 technical presentations and 6+ keynotes
• A sponsor exhibition and poster session
• Equal academic and industrial participation
The conference also organises a Call for Abstracts, open until June 27, 2025. Contributions are welcome in the following areas:

Electrode and Cell Production
Analytics and Applications
Development and Production of Innovative and Next-Generation Batteries
Recycling & Sustainability

Apply HERE
More information HERE

Hungarian Battery Days
2025-11-06 - 2025-11-07
The Hungarian Battery Association and White Paper Consulting are glad to inform you that the event will be back this autumn. The Hungarian Battery Days is a comprehensive event connecting the top leaders and experts of the battery and e-mobility industry in the heart of Europe, as a two-day event.

The Hungarian Battery Days will address all the hot topics of the industry:

The Hungarian battery value chain in the context of the EU Green Industrial Deal
Green energy solutions for the battery value chain
R+D+I and technology perspectives
Battery life cycle management and the implementation of the EU battery passport scheme
Raw material needs and waste management outlook
E-mobility penetration and electricity network issues
Energy storage market assessment and outlook
Opening of the Battery Competence Centre

Fabrice Stassin, BEPA Secretary General, will be one of the speakers.
Don’t miss this event!
To register and for more information click HERE.

Battery Startups Lunch November
2025-11-24 12:00 - 13:00
Join our monthly lunch-time webinars and listen to startups developing technologies and innovations in the battery space. Learn about their product(s), their needs, and explore new potential collaborations with key stakeholders evolving in the battery sector.
Whether you are a corporate shark looking for the next innovation to boost your products, an investor hungry for your next big opportunity, or a researcher curious about new developing technologies, join our Battery Startup Lunch to discover, exchange, and build.
This edition will focus on 𝗨𝗞 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽𝘀, with an introduction from The Faraday Institution, and see pitches from: Addionics, Ampoxe, Nyobolt and Breathe Battery Technologies.
Want to be informed of future editions? Send an email to Timothé Perruchoud at t.perruchoud@bepassociation.eu to be added to the invitees list.
REGISTER HERE

6th Future Battery Forum
2025-11-25 - 2025-11-26
After the previous year’s success, the Future Battery Forum will be back with 100 exhibitors and over 80 international top speakers from politics and industry.
The focus topics that will be tackled are:

Market strategies and policies: how to accelerate the growth of gigafactories and battery cell production in Europe demands strong policies, a supportive political framework, and well-developed infrastructure.
Manufacturing and Gigafactories: focus on the need for collaborative efforts between manufacturers, suppliers, and research institutions to drive innovation in production processes, enabling suppliers and manufacturers to focus on flexible and cutting-edge production techniques that ensure competitiveness.
Battery chemistry and design: discussion on the advanced technologies such as solid-state and sodium-ion batteries, along with innovative designs for modules and packs.
Electric mobility: debate on the automotive sectors, beyond cars, and the present unique technological challenges, requiring tailored solutions for each application.
BESS application: large-scale storage solutions are essential for maintaining energy reliability, while local stationary storage systems provide critical backup power during periods of low renewable energy availability. Meet key industry players and receive information on their strategies and plans for the future.
Lifecycle and sustainability: innovative separation methods and recyclable battery designs are essential for maximizing resource reuse and promoting sustainability in the battery industry. Furthermore, insights on the implementation of the battery passport and best practices.

For more information, the complete agenda and register, click HERE.

Battery Innovation Days
2025-12-02 - 2025-12-03
We’re thrilled to finally announce the dates for this year’s Battery Innovation Days.
Get ready to dive into groundbreaking discussions, cutting-edge innovations, and game-changing networking opportunities.
Stay tuned for more updates.
Become a sponsor, check out the info here.

BEPA 11th General Assembly
2025-12-03 19:00 - 2025-12-04 18:00 | Graz, Austria
BEPA is inviting its members to the 11th General Assembly, a decision-making gathering taking place on 4 December, Graz and online.
To welcome our members to Graz, on Wednesday 3 December, BEPA will offer a networking dinner. Join to connect with fellow members in an informal setting.
ABOUT THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY: The General Assembly taking place on the 4th of December will update you on our R&I 2025 activities, we will present our new manifesto “A Battery Deal for Europe”. There will be important elections for BEPA’s Executive and Advisory Boards and the approval of the 2026 Work Plan, Budget, and Membership Fees. And more!
RULES FOR PARTICIPATION & VOTING: BEPA members are allowed to register two (2) representatives onsite and unlimited representatives to attend the event online. Industry and research members can select one representative with voting rights, whereas associations have no voting rights. Members who cannot attend can delegate their votes to another member of the same category.
MATCHMAKING EVENT: The afternoon will be fully dedicated to matchmaking around the 2026 Batt4EU Horizon Europe calls, giving members the opportunity to build strong consortia and explore project opportunities. We will present and analyse the open calls together, listen to members’ pitches after which, we will give the floor to the matchmaking.
REGISTER HERE

Tech.Land Xperience Cross-Border Innovation Festival
2026-02-12
TECH.LAND Xperience 2026 offers a full-day program that brings the strengths of our Dutch-German innovation region to the stage. Following our motto “Transforming Borders into Connection”, the festival celebrates the exchange of ideas and joint efforts toward a more innovative and sustainable future.
Across four stages, breakout rooms, interactive workshops, curated match-makings, and an exhibition area, we’ll dive into the key cluster topics of our region and provide space for deeper exchange, hands-on insights, and new connections.
The topics discussed will be:

Manufacturing and robotics
Batteries
Circular economy
Health and medtech
Hydrogen
Chip technology
Security and defence

More information here

The Battery Materials and Processing Conference
2026-05-27 - 2026-05-28
This is a key meeting point for experts, researchers and industry leaders in battery materials, processing and energy storage. The conference offers insights into the latest developments in materials innovation, sustainability and next-generation battery technology.
The conference covers the entire battery materials value chain – from raw materials and active components to processing, battery cells and manufacturing. Key topics include cell components, binders, separators, as well as testing methods and advanced analysis. Safety, recycling and reuse are also in focus, driving sustainable and innovative energy solutions.
