Energy

The doors have closed on the 2026 edition of KEY – The Energy Transition Expo, and the atmosphere at the Rimini Expo Centre was...

Europe’s offshore wind industry is gaining momentum after successful auctions and new political commitments. But a critical bottleneck remains: ports and shipyards. Without stronger maritime infrastructure and vessels, Europe risks slowing the expansion of offshore wind and weakening its energy security.

At KEY Energy Summit 2026, energy leaders, policymakers and industry experts examined the future of renewables, hydrogen, AI-driven data centres and electric mobility. New projections reveal a sharp rise in electricity demand and major shifts in Europe’s energy market.

Italy takes center stage at KEY – The Energy Transition Expo 2026. With 1,000+ brands and 24 halls at the Rimini Expo Centre, the event showcases the future of green tech, from sodium-ion batteries to the new SSEC launch in Vicenza this September.

As the energy transition accelerates, Rimini becomes the global hub for sustainable tech. Explore how KEY 2026’s Innovation District is bridging the gap between cutting-edge R&D and industrial practice.

Held alongside KEY – The Energy Transition Expo, DPE 2026 gathers Europe’s electricity supply chain in Rimini, spotlighting distributed generation, smart grids and digital solutions shaping the future of energy infrastructure.

The World Future Energy Summit 2026 in Abu Dhabi gathered more than 51,000 participants from 124 countries, generating over $3 billion in potential investments and showcasing breakthrough innovations in renewable energy, AI and climate technologies.

The European Commission launches €5.2bn in new Innovation Fund calls to support net-zero technologies, hydrogen production and industrial heat decarbonisation, marking a major step toward the EU’s 2030 and 2050 climate goals.