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Thursday 26 March | 9.00am – 7.00pm | Europa, Belfast

Northern Ireland’s leading renewable event Smart Energy returns with the theme
“Developments for Delivering” driving the reforms, infrastructure, and skills needed to meet our 80% clean electricity target by 2030.

The final design of the Renewable Electricity Price Guarantee (REPG) has been published by the Department for the Economy.  A key enabler to unlock renewable projects, leading to millions of pounds of private investment in Northern Ireland and delivering affordable electricity for NI consumers.  Still waiting to progress through the Northern Ireland Assembly, with the first auction round is set for Q1 2027, this is critical.

At Smart Energy 2026 hear from Executive Ministers, policymakers and industry experts as we discuss the policy and infrastructure reforms needed to achieve the REPG potential.  We discuss how to support the supply chain, including skills, to ensure the sector is ready to build the new projects.  We debate how to build Northern Ireland’s offshore wind and ensuring delivery is ready for second auction.

Connecting industry and policy

Our True Passion

The International Energy Agency (IEA) states that all advanced economies must achieve zero carbon electricity by 2035. This is now reflected in UK Government policy.

Smart Energy sets out the renewable opportunities for local businesses and suppliers, boosting regional economic resilience, creating a secure energy supply and creating a cleaner future.

Economy Minister

Northern Ireland’s Economy Minister, Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA, is confirmed as the keynote morning speaker for Smart Energy 2026.

Dr Archibald in pink jacket

DAERA Minister

Andrew Muir MLA, Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs in Northern Ireland is confirmed as the afternoon keynote at Smart Energy 2026.

Come together with industry experts and policy makers to discuss important issues

REPG

Ensuring renewable electricity industry has the support needed to develop the current pipeline and meet this milestone in time.

Grid investment

Grid infrastructure to meet future demands.

Delivering Offshore

Addressing uncertain timelines.

Supply Chain

Industry, policy makers and technology innovators collaborating for clean energy future.
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Let's work together

By working together we can achieve
80% renewable generation by 2030.

Unlocking the REPG potential for economic growth and energy security.

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Frankie ParkDirector, Park Elliott

“RenewableNI events have provided unparalleled networking opportunities for our business, and I would highly recommend them to other organisations who want to grow their knowledge and influence in this sector.”

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Emma KellyAssociate Director, Turley

“This event is always a great opportunity to build connections and learn about the headline issues of the time from key players in the sector, especially as we can work towards 2030 targets.”

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Emmet HeronHeron Energy

“Smart Energy is a must attend event, not just for the speakers, but because you will meet likeminded stakeholders, in a wonderful venue, to appreciate and discuss RNI’s members collective ideas and projects.”

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Patricia McGrathHead of Projects, ABO Energy

“Smart Energy brings together leading players from across the sector and is always a great source of information and inspiration as we all work to deliver Northern Ireland’s 80% by 2030 target.”

It's time to make renewable energy our priority. Let's change the world together.