Co-organized by the IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES) and the Research Centre for Grid Modernization at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the 2026 conference marks a historic milestone: for the first time, the IEEE PES International Conference will be held outside North America, taking place in Hong Kong from January 18–21, 2026.
Why Hong Kong?
Focusing on the theme “Global Power & Energy Systems Resilience: Leveraging Collaborative Expertise,” the conference has already attracted over 1,000 attendees, including 10+ Academicians and 40+ IEEE Fellows from around the world. Hosted in Hong Kong—an international hub for finance, culture, and technology—the event aligns with both the Hong Kong’s strategic priorities and PolyU’s vision for a low-carbon, resilient, and smart energy future. Backed by proactive policies promoting sustainable development and innovation, Hong Kong offers an ideal platform for global dialogue, bridging East and West, academia and industry, while showcasing its remarkable technological advancements.
Conference Highlights
• Global Professional Gathering: An annual event uniting engineers, scholars, industry leaders, students, and stakeholders across the power and energy sector.
• Forward-Looking Theme: Addressing borderless energy challenges and rapid technological progress, the conference unites the global community to explore resilient futures through knowledge sharing and cross-border collaboration.
• Interactive Exchange Platform: Offers unparalleled opportunities to share insights, discuss emerging challenges, forge partnerships, and collectively shape the energy sector’s future blueprint.
IEEE PES provides a unique platform for multidisciplinary and multi-stakeholder collaboration to thrive. We look forward to a productive, stimulating, and enjoyable meeting, as well as a memorable stay in Hong Kong for all attendees.
More Information
https://www.pes-im.org/
