The EU PVSEC 2026 Industry Summit programme is shaped by an expert Advisory Board representing the full PV value chain – from research and manufacturing to deployment and investment. Their collective expertise ensures the programme addresses real industry priorities and emerging challenges.

This year's board brings together six leaders driving innovation and strategy across the sector:

Dr Peter Pasmans – Eternal Sun | WAVELABS
Business Developer for Perovskites with a PhD in Applied Physics. Peter brings extensive materials expertise in anti-reflective coatings and conductive backsheets, navigating the market evolution of perovskite tandem modules while contributing to international standardization as a member of IEC TC82 WG2.

Kahya Engler – TNO
Program Manager Solar at TNO Energy Supply with two decades of experience in circular PV solutions. Kahya leads technical assessments across residential, BIPV, industrial, and large-scale systems with international experience spanning Europe, Canada, and the Philippines. She co-develops TNO's strategic solar research outlook and leads PV circularity initiatives.

Dr Veronica Bermúdez Benito – Berbetin
Clean-energy strategist specializing in scaling PV technologies from lab breakthroughs to gigawatt-scale manufacturing. With over 20 years of international experience, Veronica advises manufacturers and investors on manufacturing strategy and industrial integration, bringing disciplined approaches to innovation-driven environments.

Dr Radovan Kopecek – ISC Konstanz
Co-founder and former CTO of ISC Konstanz with over 200 publications and multiple patents in n-type and thin-film PV. As Head of Strategy and Education, he drives strategic PV manufacturing research through leadership roles in EUREC, ESMC, and BMWK.

Walburga Hemetsberger – SolarPower Europe
CEO of SolarPower Europe since 2019 with over 20 years in Brussels across utilities, trade associations, the European Parliament, and the European Commission. She brings deep expertise in renewable energies and hydrogen strategy.

Dr Wolfgang Jooss – RCT Solutions
Renowned renewable energy professional with 25+ years in photovoltaic technology. Dr Jooss combines expertise in solar cell technology and the crystalline silicon value chain with financial acumen in project financing. With over 50 publications and 10 patents, he is currently Director Technology at RCT Solutions.

Together, they represent the expertise shaping the future of the PV.

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The EU PVSEC is where innovation meets collaboration – and where new professional relationships take shape. Whether you're seeking strategic partnerships, exploring fresh perspectives, or expanding your network within the global PV community, the conference offers a diverse range of opportunities to connect authentically.

From informal gatherings to curated evening events, the 2026 programme creates multiple settings for meaningful exchanges. Casual coffee breaks and networking lunches provide natural moments to reconnect with colleagues and meet new faces across the sector. Larger networking events offer a more festive atmosphere to celebrate the conference's role as a key platform for global PV collaboration.

The beauty of the networking programme lies in its diversity – you can tailor your experience to match your goals, whether that's quick conversations over coffee, relaxed discussions during lunch, or evening celebrations with the broader PV community.

Explore the full networking programme and find the right fit for you:

The PV Academy is a global platform dedicated to advancing knowledge in photovoltaics through high-quality educational content and meaningful networking opportunities. On Sunday, September 13, before the main conference begins, the PV Academy hosts a series of in-depth tutorials and lectures designed for researchers, professionals, and students at all career stages.

These sessions move beyond traditional conference formats to provide practical, hands-on learning on topics ranging from space photovoltaics and artificial intelligence to energy systems modeling and grid integration. Whether you're exploring emerging applications, mastering new tools, or understanding the practical challenges facing the industry, the PV Academy sessions offer focused, expert-led opportunities to advance your knowledge and network with peers across the global PV community.

Beyond the live sessions, access the PV Academy's online library – a comprehensive resource for continued learning and professional development long after the conference concludes.

Explore the PV Academy programme and register for Sunday sessions:

We are delighted to welcome the European Space Agency (ESA) as an official sponsor of the PV Academy at EU PVSEC 2026. Founded in 1975 and celebrating its 50th anniversary, ESA develops next-generation solar cell and solar array technologies that power scientific missions, Earth observation, navigation, and telecommunications satellites.

In photovoltaics, ESA plays a pivotal role. The extreme demands of the orbital environment – radiation, thermal cycling, and power density requirements – drive innovation in PV materials and design that extends far beyond space applications, informing terrestrial solar innovation.

By sponsoring the PV Academy, ESA brings this expertise to PV researchers and professionals. The Academy's opening session on "Space Photovoltaics from Lab to Launch" exemplifies this collaboration, offering insights on radiation-induced degradation, qualification standards, and novel PV concepts that inform innovation across the entire solar industry.

We look forward to connecting with ESA in Rotterdam and exploring how space-grade technologies continue to drive the solar sector forward.

Learn more about ESA's work in photovoltaics: www.esa.int

We are delighted to welcome halm elektronik gmbh as a Gold Sponsor of EU PVSEC 2026. Founded in 1984, halm brings four decades of expertise in designing and manufacturing high-end measuring systems for photovoltaic technologies. For 20 years, the company has specialized in electrical characterisation of PV cells and modules – underpinning quality and innovation across the global PV industry.

With headquarters in Frankfurt and a subsidiary in Suzhou, China, halm serves an international market. From leading PV manufacturers to prestigious testing institutes including Fraunhofer ISE, TÜV Rheinland, and TÜV Süd, halm's advanced measurement solutions are trusted where precision matters most. Owner-operated and ISO-certified, halm combines unmatched technology with exceptional service – the undisputed technology leader in PV metrology.

At EU PVSEC 2026, visit halm at Booth C8 in the Exhibition. You can also engage with halm at the Industry Summit's roundtable discussion on Better Quality Control For Complex Production – a conversation shaping how manufacturers ensure excellence across the PV value chain.

We look forward to connecting with halm in Rotterdam and exploring how precision measurement drives innovation across the solar sector.

Learn more about halm: www.halm.de

If you want to contribute to the EU PVSEC, there are many ways to do so: