Smart Energy Exhibition and Networking

The exhibition area sits at the heart of the Smart Energy Conference, providing a relaxed and welcoming space to connect with speakers, sponsors and fellow delegates throughout the day.

Refreshments and lunch will be served in the exhibition area, giving you plenty of opportunities to network between sessions. Lunch is kindly sponsored by Action Renewables.

The exhibition will also host the Women in Renewables stand, offering a friendly and informal place to connect with mentors and mentees from across the sector. Whether you are attending with colleagues or on your own, this is a great way to start conversations, build confidence and make meaningful connections during the breaks.

A large selfie banner will also be available, encouraging delegates to capture the moment and share their Smart Energy experience.

The day will conclude with a networking drinks reception, held in the exhibition area and sponsored by ERG, bringing together speakers, exhibitors and delegates to continue discussions in a relaxed, informal setting.

The exhibition space is designed to encourage conversation, collaboration and connection, making it an essential part of the Smart Energy Conference experience.

AgendaNi
Astatine
Carson McDowell

4. EnergyPulse
5. ESB
6. Failte Solar

7. Landis + Gyr
8. ORE Catapult
9. NIMO

10. SONI
11. Tetra Tech RPS
12. Women in Renewables

Be part of Smart Energy - sponsorship opportunities and exhibition space available

Smart Energy Conference 2026 Sponsors

Smart Energy Strategic Event Partner

ESB is a leading company in the energy utility sector with plans to significantly increase investment in renewable generation in the UK and Irish markets. Principle interests include project development and acquisition in the wind and marine sector.

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Carson McDowell is the largest independent law firm in Northern Ireland. Headquartered in Belfast, with offices in Dublin, the firm employs over 210 staff, including 117 solicitors, and is led by a team of 46 partners. As a full-service law firm, we cater to all our clients’ needs, regardless of complexity. Our expertise has been built over many years and spans more than 29 distinct practice areas. What truly sets us apart is our unrivalled strength in key industry sectors, including energy and renewables, technology, transport, manufacturing, and education, among others. Carson McDowell is proud to represent over 50% of Northern Ireland’s top 100 companies, as well as international businesses operating in the region. Our lawyers have actively participated in numerous significant transactions and legal cases, serving regional, national, and international clients who rely on our expertise. Recently we were honoured to be the first Northern Ireland- based law firm included in the Belfast Telegraph’s Top 100 Northern Ireland Companies list and to receive a Highly Commended recognition in the Regional Offshore Law Firm of the Year category at the Legal Business Awards in London.

For more information on Carson McDowell, visit www.carson-mcdowell.com

SONI operate the electricity transmission system for Northern Ireland. From their control centre in Belfast, they ensure power flows from where it is generated to where it is needed.

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Smart Energy 2026 Sponsor

ABO Energy successfully develops and builds wind and solar farms as well as battery storage and hydrogen projects. Founded in 1996, the Germany-based company has realised 6.6 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity to date and has built around half of them. The annual investment amounts to one billion euros. 1,400 employees on four continents work with enthusiasm on the development, planning, financing, construction, operational management, and maintenance of plants for a sustainable energy supply.

View ABO Energy website.

Action Renewables – sponsor of networking lunch

Action Renewables is a registered NI Charity, supported with funding from Action Renewables Energy Trading Limited, a leading provider of renewable energy expertise since 2003. We deliver value, support and knowledge to over 7000 renewable energy customers. Our vision is to create a Northern Ireland which recognises the serious impacts of climate change, and we will take measures to prevent and mitigate against those impacts through the delivery of our charitable objectives here in Northern Ireland, and specific global projects that provide a direct benefit to the communities in which they serve.
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ERG – Networking Reception Sponsor

ERG is a leading independent renewable energy operator, specialized in wind and PV. ERG operates in nine European markets and the US and is the onshore wind market leader in Italy and among the top ten in Europe. The Group is also actively developing battery storage solutions. Sustainability is at the heart of Group’s strategy, aiming to create long-term value for the environment, its people, and future.

In Northern Ireland, the 117,3 MW capacity of Craiggore, Evishagaran, and Corlacky Hill wind farms, makes ERG the largest investor in renewables in the 2020s and among the top 3 operators in the country.

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NIMO – Session Sponsor

Northern Ireland Maritime & Offshore brings together ports, offshore developers, shipbuilders, manufacturers, logistics and specialist companies with expertise in low carbon solutions to integrate and support the maritime & offshore sectors – working together to ensure a net zero future.

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