10th Microgrid Global Innovation Forum | Sept. 10-12, 2019 | London
Optimizing hybrid renewable energy microgrids for off-grid and grid-tied environments
The 14th edition of the Microgrid Global Innovation Forum, September 7-9, 2021 in London, focuses on microgrid advances, case studies and applications in Europe, Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. Organized by the Smart Grid Observer, the event draws hundreds of industry professionals from around the world interested in maximizing the effective use of renewable and distributed energy resources, refining the positive business model for microgrid deployments, and sharing real-world case studies in both grid-tied and off-grid/remote environments.

Currently Open: Virtual Exhibit Area (click on logo to visit booth)

EDF R&D Leclanche mango solar PESTECH

Socomec Blue Planet Energy Elum Energy 247Solar

Sagemcom Alliance for Rural Electrification Qantic Solargen

Interested in joining the exhibit? Contact us for details

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
  • 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

To participate as a speaker, attendee, sponsor or exhibitor in London, contact us to discuss options.

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

Executive Networking: Strategic partnerships and alliances will shape the future of this industry. The event will foster 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
  • Utility and energy provider executives
  • Solar PV, wind power, and renewable energy companies
  • Power control system and software vendors
  • Battery suppliers and energy storage companies
  • Regulatory and policy development professionals
  • Academic researchers, educators and professors
  • Financial and VC professionals
  • System integrators and project consultants


  • Media and Association Partners

    Alliance for Rural Electrification AFSEA IESA Navigant

    THEnergy canale energia IEC IBESA EUREC

    Strathmore University ABI Research The Energy Industry Times ISES

    RPIA Svensk Solenergi altenergymag.org SolarServer

    APESF WADE Swissolar Alternative Energy Africa Xprt Energy

    Organized by:

    Smart Grid Observer