Digital buyer journeys
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Event overview
Overview
The Beijing Energy Congress is a premier event that brings together the entire energy ecosystem, including policymakers, industry leaders, and technology providers. Taking place from January 13 to 15, 2027, at the China National Convention Center, this congress will feature discussions on critical topics such as energy transformation, clean technology, and the future of global energy systems.
Beijing Energy Congress takes place in Beijing, China. Venue: China National Convention Center.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The Beijing Energy Congress takes place from January 13 to 15, 2027, at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, China.
- 2Scale and Focus: This congress is a major platform for discussing the future of the global energy sector, featuring over 500 industry speakers and 150 conference sessions.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by dmg events, a leading international exhibition and conference organiser.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include energy leaders, government officials, technical experts, and investors from around the world.
- 5Entry: Registration details and further information can be found on the official website.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights from global leaders and experts on the latest energy trends and technologies. The congress offers a chance to network with key decision-makers and explore new business opportunities in the energy sector. Participants can also learn about China's pivotal role in the global energy landscape and the future of energy markets.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at the Beijing Energy Congress allows companies to showcase their innovations and solutions to a global audience. It provides access to the largest energy market in the world and opportunities to connect with industry leaders and potential partners. Exhibitors can demonstrate their commitment to energy transformation and sustainability while gaining visibility in a competitive market.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Energy leaders and executives
Government officials and policymakers
Technical experts and engineers
Investors and financiers
Project owners and developers
Energy traders and offtakers
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Companies in oil and gas
Renewable energy technology providers
Clean technology manufacturers
Energy management solution providers
Nuclear energy firms
Electrification and AI technology companies
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Upstream oil and gas: drilling, reservoir management, enhanced oil recovery and well services
Gas processing, LNG liquefaction, regasification and gas-fired power equipment
Solar PV: modules, inverters, trackers, mounting structures and O&M services
Wind power: turbines, blades, nacelles, foundations and offshore installation
Energy storage: lithium-ion, flow batteries, sodium-ion, thermal storage and BESS integration
Green hydrogen: electrolyzers, compressors, storage tanks, pipelines and ammonia cracking
CCUS: carbon capture solvents, CO2 compression, transport, monitoring and storage
Smart grid and digitalization: grid automation, SCADA, AI forecasting, VPP and demand response
Energy efficiency: industrial heat recovery, HVAC, LED, motors, boilers and building retrofit
Power transmission and distribution: HVDC, substations, switchgear, cables and protection relays
Carbon markets and energy trading: ETS, PPAs, green certificates and carbon accounting
Nuclear and conventional generation: SMRs, fuel cycle, turbines, generators and plant services
Geothermal, heat pumps and district heating and cooling systems
Location & Facilities
Venue
China National Convention Center
Beijing, China
Facilities
Parking
China National Convention Center in Beijing typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: China National Convention Center in Beijing typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at China National Convention Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Beijing, China
Why it matters
On 2027-01-13 to 2027-01-15, Beijing Energy Congress in Beijing covering Oil and gas technologies, Renewable energy solutions, Energy storage systems, Hydrogen production technologies, Energy e gives energy buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Sustainability in procurement
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Automation and labour efficiency
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Regional supply-chain resilience
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Hybrid engagement models
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · CNY
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Bolly Wood Hotel Beijing Wangfujing Branch
4-star
Wangfujing, central BeijingUSD 150–190 / night
Google Hotels listing shows breakfast, free Wi-Fi, parking, air conditioning, restaurant, airport shuttle and full-service laundry; rated 4.4 in the capture.
Ibis Style Beijing Capital Airport
3-star
Beijing Capital Airport areaUSD 95–122 / night
Airport-area 3-star option listed with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, restaurant and airport shuttle; rated 4.0 in the capture.
Holiday Inn Express Langfang Park View
3-star
Langfang (Greater Beijing region, not central Beijing)USD 95–122 / night
Budget 3-star listed with breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, restaurant and business center; rated 4.0 (4 reviews) in the capture. Confirm distance to the venue before booking.
Holiday Inn Express Langfang New Chaoyang
4-star
Langfang (Greater Beijing region, not central Beijing)USD 150–190 / night
Listed as a 4-star property in the Langfang area; rated 3.8 (5 reviews) in the capture. Confirm distance to the venue before booking.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Airport express train
Estimated costCNY typical airport or regional rail single journey (confirm before travel)
Best forBeijing Capital Airport Terminal 3 to Dongzhimen
Capital Airport Express connects PEK to the city metro network; then transfer toward Olympic Green for CNCC.
Metro
Estimated costCNY 2-8 typical single public transport journey (confirm before travel)
Best forBeijing Metro toward Olympic Green and CNCC
Beijing Metro fares are distance-based. Metro Line 8 serves the Olympic Green area; confirm the correct exit for CNCC.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. CNY 120-200; confirm meter and traffic conditions
Best forBeijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to China National Convention Center
Use the official taxi queue at PEK and ask for the CNCC address in Chinese characters.
Ride-hailing (Didi)
Estimated costApprox. CNY 100-180 from central Chaoyang; airport trips higher
Best forCentral Beijing hotels or Chaoyang district to China National Convention Center
Didi is widely used in Beijing; confirm the pickup point in large venues and hotels.
Parking
Estimated costApprox. CNY 40-80 per day; confirm venue rate
Best forChina National Convention Center on-site parking
On-site parking is available at CNCC; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Hotel shuttle
Estimated costApprox. CNY 0-30 or hotel courtesy shuttle; confirm with hotel
Best forPEK airport-area hotels to airport terminals
Ibis Style Beijing Capital Airport lists an airport shuttle among amenities; schedules vary by property.
taxi
Estimated costCNY 120-250 taxi or Didi ride to the venue district
Best forBeijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to China National Convention Center
Weather
Beijing in January is cold and dry, with sub-zero overnight temperatures typical of the season. The automated weather lookup failed for this run, so rely on a live forecast in the final two weeks before travel. Open-Meteo air-quality sampling for Beijing returned US AQI around 170 with PM2.5 about 63.8 µg/m³; sensitive travellers should check local advisories.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to China.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business cards
Bring plenty of cards and offer or receive them with both hands; a Chinese-language side is helpful but not essential.
Language
Mandarin is the working language in Beijing. Save the venue name and address in Chinese characters for taxi drivers and use a translation app for detailed conversations.
Mobile payments
Alipay and WeChat Pay are widely used; international cards can often be linked before travel. Carry some CNY cash for small vendors or if a card is not accepted.
Connectivity
Some global apps and services are restricted in mainland China. Arrange roaming or a local eSIM and install any tools you need before departure.
Punctuality and security
Allow extra time for security screening at CNCC and arrive early for meetings; large venues can require long walks between halls.
Dining and banquets
At formal banquets, wait for the host to indicate seating and toasts. Tea is common; alcohol may be offered but refusing politely is acceptable.
Air quality
Beijing winter air can have elevated PM2.5. Check the live AQI each morning and carry a mask if you are sensitive to poor air.
Tipping and bargaining
Tipping is not standard in taxis or restaurants. Bargaining is limited to markets, not stores or trade services.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Fares in the captures were pulled on Google Flights for departures 13 Jan 2027 and returns 17 Jan 2027, priced in CNY for one adult including taxes and fees. Economy round-trip samples ranged from roughly CNY 3,577 (Seoul connection) and CNY 5,134-5,135 (London connections) to about CNY 9,200 (New York connections). Re-check live prices and baggage rules before booking.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Beijing; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near China National Convention Center: Wangfujing, central Beijing: Bolly Wood Hotel Beijing Wangfujing Branch; Beijing Capital Airport area: Ibis Style Beijing Capital Airport; Langfang (Greater Beijing region, not central Beijing): Holiday Inn Express Langfang Park View.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Beijing; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: The China National Convention Center sits in Beijing's Chaoyang district. Use the Beijing metro, city buses or metered taxis from central hotels; the venue maps capture confirmed the Chaoyang address but the transit mission returned no route-level detail, so verify the line and stop before departure.
Parking: On-site parking is available at China National Convention Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: January 2027
Temperature: January in Beijing is deep winter: expect cold days and sub-zero nights. The free-sources weather lookup failed for this run, so use a live forecast close to travel.
Seasonality: January falls in Beijing's dry winter season with low precipitation; the more relevant risk is cold and, on some days, poor air quality.
Packing: Pack a heavy winter coat, layers, gloves and a scarf for January in Beijing. Open-Meteo air-quality data for the city showed elevated PM2.5 levels (US AQI around 170 in the forecast sample), so consider an N95 mask and check daily advisories.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Beijing Energy Congress usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 14-10
Register for Beijing Energy Congress and confirm whether your badge covers trade-only days or public sessions at China National Convention Center. — Keep your registration confirmation and passport name identical.
Day 14-10
Check Chinese visa requirements for your passport and apply early if a visa is needed for Beijing. — Ask the organiser whether an invitation letter is available for your registration.
Day 10-7
Book flights to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) and compare arrival times against the congress schedule. — Confirm final event dates and opening hours on the organiser site before locking non-refundable fares.
Day 7-4
Reserve a hotel in Chaoyang near Olympic Green or a PEK airport-area property with a shuttle, then confirm the commute to China National Convention Center. — Central Beijing properties in Wangfujing are convenient for evening dining but add daily travel time.
Day 7-4
Download Amap, Didi and a translation app, and set up Alipay or WeChat Pay with an international card before departure. — Mobile payment is standard in Beijing; carry some CNY cash as backup.
Day 4-1
Check Beijing weather and air quality, pack layers for sub-zero January nights and any personal medication for poor air days. — Open-Meteo sampling showed elevated PM2.5; check the live AQI each morning.
Day 4-1
Plan your metro or taxi route to CNCC and save the venue name and address in Chinese characters for drivers. — Metro Line 8 serves the Olympic Green area; confirm the correct exit for CNCC before travelling.
Day 4-1
Confirm meeting slots with exhibitors and download the floor plan or event app if the organiser publishes one. — Do not rely on on-site Wi-Fi for critical calls; arrange roaming or a local eSIM.
Day 2-1
Pack business cards, a Type A or Type I power adapter and a portable battery for long hall days. — China uses 220 V at 50 Hz.
Day 1
Arrive at CNCC with your passport and registration QR code, allowing extra time for security screening. — Large venues can require long walks between halls; wear comfortable shoes.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at China National Convention Center
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Beijing Energy Congress registration concourse
China National Convention Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
China National Convention Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsCN¥190.00
- Per diem × 2CN¥150.00
Estimated totalCN¥340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Beijing Energy Congress fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Beijing Energy Congress, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Oil and gas technologies and Renewable energy solutions solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Beijing Energy Congress in Beijing.
Min. budget
$3,785.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Oil and gas technologies and Renewable energy solutions products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$17,032.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Beijing show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Where is the China National Convention Center?
The venue is in Beijing's Chaoyang district (postal code 100107). Google Maps lists it as a point of interest rated 4.5 from 142 reviews in the capture. Use metro, taxi or hotel shuttle connections from central Beijing; confirm the exact line with your hotel.
Which Beijing airport should I fly into?
The flight captures in this run all used Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK); one listed hotel, Ibis Style Beijing Capital Airport, runs an airport shuttle. Compare fares from your origin and confirm transfer times to Chaoyang once booked.
What is the typical flight cost to Beijing for the January dates?
Google Flights samples for departures on 13 Jan 2027 and returns on 17 Jan 2027 showed economy round-trip fares of about CNY 5,134 from London (one stop) and CNY 9,193-9,620 from New York; prices include taxes and fees for one adult and change daily.
What should I pack for Beijing in January?
January is Beijing's deep winter: cold days, sub-zero nights and little rain. Bring a heavy coat, thermal layers, gloves and a scarf, and check the air-quality forecast since Open-Meteo sampling showed elevated PM2.5 levels.
How do I get from a central Beijing hotel to the convention center?
Central districts such as Wangfujing and Chaoyang connect to the China National Convention Center by metro, bus and taxi. The transit capture for this run did not return route-level detail, so verify the exact metro line and stop with your hotel or the venue before travelling.
Glossary
- CCUS
- Carbon capture, utilization and storage: technologies that capture CO2 from power plants or industrial processes, then use it or store it permanently underground.
- Green hydrogen
- Hydrogen produced by electrolysis of water using renewable electricity, with near-zero lifecycle CO2 emissions.
- Electrolyzer
- A device that splits water into hydrogen and oxygen using electricity; PEM and alkaline electrolyzers are common types.
- Battery energy storage system (BESS)
- Grid-connected batteries that charge and discharge to balance supply and demand, provide frequency response and shift renewable output.
- Virtual power plant (VPP)
- Software that aggregates distributed assets such as batteries, heat pumps and electric vehicles so they can bid into power markets like a single plant.
- Smart grid
- An electricity network with digital sensing, communication and control that balances distributed generation, storage and flexible demand in real time.
- Power purchase agreement (PPA)
- A long-term contract between an offtaker and a generator that fixes price, volume and delivery terms for electricity.
- Emissions trading system (ETS)
- A cap-and-trade market that sets a limit on greenhouse gas emissions and allows covered entities to trade allowances.
- LNG
- Liquefied natural gas: natural gas cooled to about -162 C for shipping and storage, then regasified for power, industry or city gas.
- Demand response
- Payments or tariffs that reward consumers for shifting or cutting electricity use during grid stress or high prices.
- Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions
- Greenhouse gas accounting categories: Scope 1 direct emissions, Scope 2 purchased energy and Scope 3 value-chain emissions.
- HVDC
- High-voltage direct current: transmission technology used for long-distance bulk power and asynchronous grid connections.
- Small modular reactor (SMR)
- A factory-built nuclear reactor design with lower capacity, intended for flexible deployment or industrial heat.
- Blue hydrogen
- Hydrogen produced from fossil gas with carbon capture and storage, reducing but not eliminating lifecycle emissions.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- China energy congress
- global energy conference
- energy transformation
- clean energy investment
- Beijing Energy Congress 2027
- Beijing China
- Energy Conference Beijing 2027
- Renewable Energy
- Clean Technology
- Energy Management
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