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The 14th International Energy Storage Expo and Conference, ESIE 2026, will be held from March 31 to April 3, 2026, in Beijing Capital International Convention and Exhibition Center The event was held in grand style. As the premier global gathering for the energy storage industry, this year’s summit has specially curated a series of “international” initiatives designed to establish an efficient and targeted hub for exchange and collaboration among industry partners worldwide.

To enable global participants to plan their itineraries clearly and participate with precision, This article provides a comprehensive overview of all the major highlights of ESIE 2026’s international events. , covering Five cutting-edge international forums, five targeted international business matchmaking sessions, and one closed-door international symposium, Helps you lock in the agenda with a single click, ensuring you don’t miss any critical opportunities. In addition, the B3 Shuangdeng Shares Pavilion (International Pavilion) has specially set up German Pavilion and International Zone , to build a full-chain international platform spanning “policy, technology, and commerce.”

Fully Launch International Cooperation

World Bank Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP)

AHK Greater China, Federation of German Chambers of Commerce Abroad

German Energy Storage Association BVES

German Trade & Investment Agency (GTAI)

International Battery and Energy Storage Alliance (IBESA)

German International Cooperation Agency (GIZ)

European Battery Manufacturing Alliance Upcell Alliance

EUPD Group

Spanish Energy Storage Technology Platform Batteyplat

Spanish Institute of Energy Technology (ITE)

Australian Renewable Energy Association (AREA)

Malaysia Zero Emission Vehicle Association, MyZEVA

SOLARABIC, the Middle East Solar Association

European Flow Battery Association FBE

Arab Renewable Energy Commission (AREC)

Borerless Renewables

African Battery Initiative Association ABI

Bangladesh Sustainable and Renewable Energy Association (BSREA)

International Power Professionals Forum IPPF

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Exhibition + Forum + Matchmaking

German Pavilion

German Association of Foreign Chambers of Commerce – Greater China For the first time, in collaboration with ESIE, we are organizing Seven German companies Establishing the inaugural German Pavilion and making its debut B3 Shuangdeng Shares Pavilion (International Pavilion) , showcasing leading products, technologies, and services from German companies in the energy storage sector.

and with Museum tour and visit format , visit the booths of leading Chinese companies in the energy storage sector and engage in face-to-face, one-on-one dialogues and exchanges.

International Zone

SUN-ICE ENERGY, Energy Exempar, ABB, ITE, MediSun, KYORITSU, Green Gold Energy, AREA, Batterplat, Varta Storage 10 Overseas Enterprises/Institutions Centralized debut B3 Shuangdeng Shares Pavilion (International Pavilion) – International Zone It delivers international solutions in areas such as energy storage system integration, power market modeling, and battery technology, thereby establishing an efficient platform for global energy storage technology matchmaking and commercial cooperation.

Five International Forums

Forum One

Global Energy Storage Market Development and Trends Forum This event has specially invited representatives from leading international organizations, including the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), the World Bank, the Electric Power Planning & Engineering Institute, the European Association for Storage of Energy (EASE), the California Energy Storage Alliance (CESA), the Spanish Battery Technology Platform (BatteryPlat), the Canadian Energy Storage Association, and the Australian Renewable Energy Council, to focus on key topics such as global energy-storage project collaboration, overseas green-power-system planning tools, the European market and policy landscape, California’s policies for large-scale battery deployment, Spain’s R&D innovation and market orientation, Canada’s growth potential, and microgrid opportunities in Australia and Southeast Asia. The session will provide a systematic analysis of cutting-edge practices and development trends across regions in terms of policy frameworks, market mechanisms, technological pathways, and cross-border collaboration.

Forum 2

Global Energy Storage Operators Conference We have specially invited representatives from more than ten internationally recognized authorities, including GreenGold Energy, ESIG, Enduro Corp., Hong Kang Cospowers Technology, Wärtsilä, RedFlow/CHARG Energy, Constellation, the Global Solar Council, EDF, and others. The event will focus on key markets such as the United States, Australia, India, and Europe, with in-depth discussions on grid-forming energy storage, net-energy-metering (NEM) projects, AI-powered data center solutions, compliance with India’s manufacturing regulations, overseas project deployment, and Australian energy-storage case studies. A roundtable dialogue will explore global energy-storage practices and future prospects, while shedding light on region-specific approaches and opportunities for collaboration.

Forum Three

International Symposium on Value, Benefits, and Carbon Emission Assessment of Large-Scale Energy Storage (I) Co-organized by the Technology and Economic Research Institute of China Datang Corporation and the Zhongguancun Energy Storage Industry Technology Alliance, this event has invited representatives from authoritative institutions such as the National Center for Climate Change Strategy and International Cooperation under the Ministry of Ecology and Environment, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Tsinghua University, the University of Tokyo, Envision Intelligence Zero Carbon, SGS, and the German Economic Institute/GBA. The agenda focuses on key topics including energy transition in the context of carbon neutrality, carbon footprint management, Japan’s emissions-reduction pathways, life-cycle carbon assessments for energy-storage batteries, comparative analyses of battery-carbon-footprint regulations, and the implications of Germany’s new Battery Act. Through roundtable discussions, the event will explore policy frameworks and practical approaches that leverage carbon-market mechanisms to transform energy storage from a cost item into a profitable asset.

Forum Four

International Symposium on Value Benefits and Carbon Emission Assessment of Large-Scale Energy Storage (II) This event has specially invited representatives from leading institutions, including the China Academy of Electrical Sciences, the Jiangsu Electric Power Economic Research Institute, University College London in the UK, Aurora Energy Research, Qingneng Interconnect, the Zhongguancun Energy Storage Industry Technology Alliance, Thailand’s SUPER ENERGY, and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The discussions will focus on key topics such as energy storage market rules, the development of energy storage in Jiangsu Province, the UK market and battery energy storage, cost-and-revenue pricing under Australia’s electricity market mechanisms, valuation of large-scale energy storage, and the levelized cost of electricity for energy storage power stations in various provinces following Document No. 114. In addition, a roundtable dialogue will explore how energy storage can achieve multiple revenue streams within a diversified market system, providing a systematic analysis of how different regional markets can realize the value of energy storage through mechanism design, cost–benefit modeling, and policy incentives.

Forum Five

9th Frontier Energy Storage Technology Conference – Safety and Standards Forum: Overseas Markets Session Inviting core representatives from authoritative organizations and enterprises—including FM, EPRI, CSA, ITE, the CNESA Energy Storage Safety Professional Committee, and Sungrow—this event will conduct in-depth discussions on key challenges such as fire protection, failure analysis, large-scale testing, and European standardization.

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1 international closed-door seminar

Closed-door seminar

International Side Event on Long-Duration Energy Storage (Closed-Door Seminar) Bringing together the world’s leading authorities, including the International Long-Duration Energy Storage Council (LDES Council), Google, Amazon, Redox One, ESB (Electricity Supply Board of Ireland), ExxonMobil, Invinity Energy Systems, Energy Vault, and other prominent international institutions, cutting-edge technology companies, key energy users, and major investors, to jointly discuss emerging trends and the future of the industry.

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International Side Event on Long-Duration Energy Storage (Closed-Door Seminar)

Following registration, the Organizing Committee will review all applications. Applicants whose submissions are approved will receive a formal notification of participation, including details on the specific meeting room.

Five International Matching Sessions

Exclusive Benefits for the International Matchmaking Event Open exclusively to ESIE 2026 exhibitors. , Some of the matchmaking sessions are currently fully booked.

Networking Session 1

International Business Matching Conference (I) – The Keys to Success in Europe’s Energy Storage Sector The event will be held on the morning of April 1 at the Capital International Convention and Exhibition Center. Centered on the critical capabilities that energy-storage companies need to achieve successful operations in Europe, the program will delve into core elements such as technological innovation, market strategy, and ecosystem collaboration, helping enterprises seize growth opportunities and navigate the competitive landscape of the European energy-storage market.

Networking Session 2

International Business Matchmaking Event (II) – Energy Storage Cooperation Opportunities in Azerbaijan The event will be held on the morning of April 1 at the Capital International Convention and Exhibition Center. H.E. Ambassador Timur of Azerbaijan to China and the Commercial Representative Office of the Azerbaijani Ministry of Economy in China will deliver on-site briefings on Azerbaijan’s policies and industrial landscape, facilitating face-to-face, in-depth discussions with interested enterprises. Subsequently, China Datang Overseas Investment Co., Ltd. will provide matchmaking support to these enterprises, helping them expand their operations internationally.

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International Business Matchmaking Event (II) – Azerbaijan’s Opportunities for Energy Storage Cooperation

Following registration, the Organizing Committee will review all applications. Applicants whose submissions are approved will receive a formal notification of participation, including details on the specific meeting room.

Networking Session 3

International Business Matching Fair (III) – (International Organizations) Representatives from industry associations and government offices in Canada, Australia, Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, and other countries will be invited to deliver presentations on national energy-storage market trends, opportunities in the energy transition, and policy and investment prospects. The event will also feature Q&A sessions and one-on-one business matchmaking meetings, with the aim of facilitating precise alignment of international energy-storage industry resources and the successful implementation of collaborative initiatives.

Networking Session 4

International Business Matching Event (IV) – Overseas Buyers Session The event brought together nearly 35 representatives from installers, developers, distributors, and EPC firms across Eastern Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, with a focus on markets including Argentina, the United Arab Emirates, Brazil, Bulgaria, Colombia, Croatia, Romania, Serbia, Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, and Chile.

Networking Session 5

International Business Matching Event (V) – Overseas Buyers Session The event brought together nearly 50 international buyers from Europe, North America, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, spanning industries such as power systems, mineral development, AI models, robotics manufacturing, and offshore platform development. Their procurement interests cover battery energy storage, residential energy storage, commercial and industrial energy storage, large-scale energy storage, digital energy, and smart manufacturing.

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The 14th International Energy Storage Summit and Exhibition

Exhibition Duration: April 1–3, 2026

Summit Time: March 31–April 3, 2026

Location: Beijing Capital International Convention and Exhibition Center

For more information on exhibitors, please see: Save This! Major Release of Booth Layout for ESIE 2026 Energy Storage Exhibition