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The European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (EU PVSEC) is pleased to announce that Prof. Dr Wilfried van Sark, Professor of Photovoltaics Integration at Utrecht University, has been appointed as General Chair of the EU PVSEC 2026, which will take place from 14\u201318 September 2026 in Rotterdam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prof van Sark commented: \u201cThe Netherlands is demonstrating what a forward-looking solar energy landscape can achieve. Bringing the EU PVSEC to Rotterdam will help accelerate this momentum and foster collaboration across Europe\u2019s scientific and industrial communities. I am honoured to be chairing the 2026 edition at such a pivotal moment for the PV sector.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Call for Papers for the event is now open, inviting experts from around the world to submit their latest research and innovations. Abstracts can be submitted until 2 February 2026, with selected contributions forming the core of the scientific and technology programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preparations for the 2026 exhibition are also under way. Companies, research institutes and organisations active along the solar value chain are invited to secure their presence at one of the sector\u2019s key business and networking platforms. Exhibitors benefit from a 10% Early Bird discount on stand bookings until 31 January 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information on the General Chair, the Call for Papers, and exhibition opportunities, please visit www.eupvsec.org<\/a>.
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