17th Microgrid Global Innovation Forum 2023 - EMEA | APAC } LATAM
Optimizing hybrid renewable energy microgrids for off-grid and grid-tied environments
The 17th edition of the Microgrid Global Innovation Forum, 26-27 September 2023 in London, focuses on microgrid advances, case studies and deployments in remote, rural and off-grid environments, as well as in grid-tied scenarios. Organized by the Smart Grid Observer, the event brings together developers, project owners, non-governmental organizations, finance professionals and technology innovators interested in maximizing the effective use of hybrid renewable energy systems. The emphasis is on networking and sharing the very latest technology developments and case studies for advancing microgrids in critical-need applications.

Topics to be covered in include:
  • Microgrid feasibility, design, and implementation
  • Refining the business case for off-grid, remote, and island microgrids
  • Solar + storage advances
  • Project financing and investor perspectives
  • Determining the correct technology mix for hybrid energy systems
  • Advanced battery, fuel cell, and flow battery technologies
  • Microgrid power control, management, and integration
  • Microgrids in Virtual Power Plant (VPP) configurations
  • Integrating distributed renewable energy resources into the grid
  • Effective project evaluation, implementation, and management
  • Regulatory and public policy advances
  • Standards and interoperability issues
  • Market drivers and opportunities worldwide
  • Utilizing renewables-centric microgrids to achieve climate change goals
  • and more



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Real-World Lessons: The emphasis of the event is on key take-aways from leading microgrid case studies in a range of regions and deployment environments

Networking and Information-Sharing: The event is designed to foster strategic relationships and interaction among key decision makers and stakeholders across the microgrid spectrum.

Results Oriented: Ample time is reserved for discussion of technology advances and projects at the forefront of microgrid development. Network with project principals and get up to speed on best practices and success strategies.

Financing sources: Forum attendees will learn about effectively planning and financing renewable energy and microgrid projects, and network with key investment professionals who are looking to support such projects.

An Open, Cross-Industry Networking Event

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This event brings together technology thought leaders, project managers, system integrators, and development advocates for in-depth sharing of insights and experiences to date.

The forum is technology-agnostic and open to all industry professionals and researchers working to optimize hybrid energy systems.



Who Should Participate?

  • Microgrid project developers, owners, and entrepreneurs
  • NGOs and international development agencies
  • Finance and VC professionals
  • Utility and energy provider executives
  • Solar PV, wind power, and renewable energy innovators
  • Power control system and software vendors
  • Battery suppliers and energy storage companies
  • Academic researchers, educators and professors
  • System integrators and project consultants


  • Sponsors
    ComAp Energy Pool


    Media and Association Partners

    Alliance for Rural Electrification Energy Catalyst ISES AFSIA AMDA

    IBESA IESA IEC Stiftung Solarenergie Power for All

    AFSEA ABI Research The Energy Industry Times ALER canale energia

    RPIA Svensk Solenergi altenergymag.org Xprt Energy Guidehouse Research

    APESF WADE Swissolar Alternative Energy Africa



    Organized by:

    Smart Grid Observer