Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf

    A two-day B2B renewable-energy trade fair in Düsseldorf focused on solar, smart storage, EV charging and green HVAC, with product innovations, seminars and an Innovation Boulevard.

    Dates

    2–3 Dec 2026

    City / country

    Düsseldorf, Germany

    Venue

    Messe Düsseldorf

    Time

    9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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    Notable exhibitors

    Companies exhibiting at Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf include 4BLUE, Adalbert Zajadacz GmbH & Co. KG, Allround Transport BV, Anker Solix and ASKOMA AG.

    • 4BLUE
    • Adalbert Zajadacz GmbH & Co. KG
    • Allround Transport BV
    • Anker Solix
    • ASKOMA AG

    Event overview

    Overview

    Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf is a B2B exhibition for the renewable-energy sector in North Rhine-Westphalia, taking place on 2–3 December 2026 in Halls 13 & 14 at Messe Düsseldorf.

    It showcases product innovations for solar, smart storage, EV charging and green HVAC, aimed at installers, developers, EPC companies and other solar-industry professionals.

    The programme includes seminars and the Innovation Boulevard, where exhibitors can present products or services that have been on the market for less than 12 months and compete for the Best Innovation Award.

    TL;DR

    1. 1B2B renewable-energy trade fair in Düsseldorf, 2–3 December 2026, Halls 13 & 14 at Messe Düsseldorf.
    2. 2Four core themes: Solar, Smart Storage, EV Charging and Green HVAC.
    3. 3Positioned for installers, developers, EPC companies and other solar-industry professionals.
    4. 4Innovation Boulevard highlights products and services on the market for less than 12 months, with a Best Innovation Award.
    5. 5Includes a seminar programme and practical networking for the renewable-energy trade.

    Why visit

    • See product innovations across solar, smart storage, EV charging and green HVAC. • Meet producers and suppliers spanning residential, commercial and industrial applications. • Visit the Innovation Boulevard to discover products and services new to the market. • Attend seminars to follow trends and technical developments. • Compare solutions and gather practical information for advising customers. • Network with professional peers and reconnect with familiar faces.

    Why exhibit

    • Reach a strictly professional audience of decision-makers in North Rhine-Westphalia. • Meet manufacturers, importers and wholesalers alongside installers, EPC companies, project developers and other purchasers. • Present new products, innovations and industry trends to a regional trade market. • Use the Innovation Boulevard to showcase products or services on the market for less than 12 months and compete for the Best Innovation Award. • Combine exhibiting with seminars, special exhibitions and workshops. • Gain a gateway to an economically strong German Bundesland with solar market potential.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Installers and solar installation companies
    EPC companies and project developers
    Technical specialists and engineers
    Decision-makers, managing directors and business owners
    Wholesalers, distributors and trade purchasers
    Professionals seeking practical knowledge on solar, storage, EV charging and HVAC

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers and suppliers of solar PV products, including panels, inverters and mounting systems
    Battery storage and energy-management solution providers, from residential systems to BESS
    EV charging infrastructure providers, including AC/DC and bidirectional charging
    Green HVAC providers, including heat pump and heat-network technologies
    Importers, wholesalers and distributors serving the renewable-energy trade
    Providers of planning, monitoring and energy-management software or services

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Solar PV: panels, inverters, mounting systems and smart energy management
    Smart storage: residential and commercial batteries, BESS and EMS
    EV charging: AC/DC charging, bidirectional charging and smart charging
    Green HVAC: hybrid and all-electric heat pumps, and heat networks
    Digital tools and services for planning, monitoring and optimisation

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Halls & areas

    2
    Hall 13Hall 14

    Messe Düsseldorf

    Stockumer Kirchstraße 61, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany

    Entrances & gates

    East Entrance

    Primary event access for visitor parking shuttles and public transport via Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße.

    Facilities

    Parking

    On-site parking is available in multiple lots (P1, P2, etc.) with around 20,000 spaces. Day rate is €12 on-site; pre-book online for €10. Free shuttle buses connect parking areas to the entrances. Payment by card only at on-site machines; pre-booking via Goldbeck Parking online is recommended.

    20,000 spaces · €12.00/day

    Accessibility

    Fully accessible venue with lifts, ramps and accessible restrooms in all halls. Wheelchairs and electric scooters are available for loan (advance reservation strongly recommended; wheelchair loan via rollstuhlverleih@messe-duesseldorf.de). Parking spaces for visitors with aG or BI disability passes are free in P1/P2, with designated spaces near the North Entrance on Arenastraße.

    Prayer rooms

    A prayer room and chapel are located in Hall 7. Accessible during show hours for quiet reflection and prayer.

    Cloakroom

    Free cloakrooms are available at the entrances. Open from 1.5 hours before the fair until one hour after closing. Staffed cloakrooms accept coats, bags and luggage items.

    Luggage storage

    Luggage lockers are available (press centre area and other locations). Suitcases and trolleys are permitted on the fairgrounds. For oversized items, staffed cloakrooms provide storage during show hours.

    Charging points

    19 EV charging points are available across six locations on the parking areas. Compatible with standard electric vehicles; bring your own charging cable if required. Locations are marked on the site plan.

    On-site shuttle

    Free shuttle buses run between the parking areas (including P1 and P2) and the entrances (East and North) throughout show days. Additional shuttles may operate between halls and remote parking during peak periods.

    Food options

    Restaurants and snack bars

    On-site dining

    Parking: Take the A44 exit 29 Messe/Arena to the visitor parking area at Am Staad (Stockumer Höfe). Free shuttle buses run to the East Entrance. Parking tickets are available on site and online; arrive early to secure a spot.

    Gate: Use the East Entrance. Visitor parking shuttles serve it, and the U78/U79 stop Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße is about a 5-minute walk from the exhibition grounds.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Trade-only

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    Wednesday, 2 December 2026:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Thursday, 3 December 2026:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

    • Standard ticket

      Normal price excluding VAT; free entry possible with a partner invitation code.

      €75.00
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    Ticket info

    Ticket notes

    Trade-only B2B exhibition; normal ticket price is €75 (excl. VAT), with free entry available via personal invitation codes from exhibiting partners.

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Xpo Messe Kontakt GmbH

    Organiser

    Website

    Support

    General inquiries

    EmailCallWebsite

    Thea Kranz

    Media & Press

    EmailWebsite

    Jeremy Dejonckheere

    Participation & Sponsorships

    EmailWebsite

    Anoushka Bakx

    Participation & Sponsorships

    EmailWebsite

    Simon Molenaar

    Exhibiting & Sponsoring

    EmailWebsite

    What's on

    Programme

    53

    Seminar

    2

    Event days

    09:30–17:00

    Typical time

    Official agenda
    This agenda is still being finalised. Check the official agenda for the latest sessions.

    Speakers

    HS

    Heiko Schwarzburger

    Chefredakteur photovoltaik @ Redaktion photovoltaik/PV Europe

    Eröffnung und Einführung ins Thema; Abschluss des Messetages

    DM

    David Muggli

    Wie Digitalisierung dem Handwerk nutzt

    HF

    Hani Fischer

    EWS GmbH & Co. KG

    Von der PV-Anlage zum Energiesystem: Lösungen und Erfolgschancen für das Fachhandwerk

    MN

    Mathias Neumann

    Bees & Bears

    Warum die Energiewende im Eigenheim "Zahlung erst nach Abnahme" braucht!

    YP

    Yasin Pehlivan

    Bees & Bears

    Warum die Energiewende im Eigenheim "Zahlung erst nach Abnahme" braucht!

    MB

    Mark Blömeke

    IBC Solar AG

    Mehr als Dach-PV: Potenziale auf Gründächern und Carports

    GK

    Gregor Kuschmann

    Solarwatt

    Energiewelt immer komplexer: Wie Installateure von diesem Wandel profitieren

    RP

    Robert Pawlik

    Solarwatt

    Energiewelt immer komplexer: Wie Installateure von diesem Wandel profitieren

    VH

    Viktor Haase

    Staatssekretär @ Umweltministerium NRW

    JR

    Johannes Rittmann

    LEE NRW

    Der Stand der Solarenergie in NRW; Podiumsgespräch: Aussichten der Energiewende in NRW

    HG

    Heiko Gehlen

    B&W Energy GmbH & Co. KG

    Wenn Strom nichts kostet – warum Batteriespeicher jetzt den Unterschied machen

    CH

    Christian Huff

    FRONIUS Deutschland GmbH

    Solarstrom ausnutzen: Optimales Zusammenspiel aller Komponenten

    MV

    Markus Veldmann

    EKV Nord

    Ziegelbruch & Wasserschaden: Typische Montagefehler auf dem Schrägdach und wie Sie sie vermeiden

    MK

    Marvin Krabbe

    EKV Nord

    Ziegelbruch & Wasserschaden: Typische Montagefehler auf dem Schrägdach und wie Sie sie vermeiden

    NH

    Niels H. Petersen

    Moderation

    Begrüßung und Moderation; Abschluss des Tages; Abschluss der Veranstaltung

    SP

    Sebastian Poensgen

    PI Gesellschaft für regenerative Energien UG

    Batteriespeicher – wie kriegen wir das Ding zum Fliegen?

    MM

    Mustafa Motraji

    Huawei FusionSolar Deutschland

    Huawei FusionSolar LUTERRA S2 – das neue. All-in-One-System für intelligente Energieversorgung

    FJ

    Felix Jedamzik

    Coneva

    MiSpeL und AgNeS: Neue Chancen für Batteriespeicher im Mittelstand

    MG

    Markus Gundendorfer

    my-PV

    Warmwassererzeugung in vollelektrischen Projekten: machbare und wirtschaftliche Lösungen

    KG

    Klaus Gemereth

    Thermostone

    Heizen mit Infrarot und PV-Überschuss

    GF

    Guluma F. Megersa

    Sigenergy Smartek GmbH

    Innovative Systemlösungen für C&I & Utility von Sigenergy

    AP

    Andreas Pirner

    Askoma

    Infrarotheizung und Warmwasser steuern: Raum-, Tarif- und PV-optimiert mit individuellem Nutzerprofil

    PG

    Peter Gutendorf

    EcoFlow

    Modular gedacht: Wie OCEAN 2 mit 8-kWh-Modulen den Heimspeicher neu skaliert – für Installateure und Endkunden

    CW

    Christoph Weiland

    IG Infrarot Deutschland e.V.

    Wärmeoffensive – Infrarotheizung trifft PV: Nachhaltig, behaglich und wirtschaftlich heizen

    HS

    Hermann Stegink

    WTW

    Wie plane ich ein solarelektrisches Gebäude mit Infrarotheizung?

    GH

    Günther Hraby

    easyTherm GmbH

    Hochgradige Energieautarkie im Wohnquartier; Bezahlbares Wohnen neu gedacht: Warum Energieautarkie zum Erfolgsfaktor für Immobilien wird

    FF

    Fabian Ferda

    Sigenergy Smartek GmbH

    KI gesteuerte Heimspeichersysteme von Sigenergy warum Home-Ökosysteme ohne funktionierende KI keine Zukunft haben

    SS

    Stefan Schneider

    Technotherm/Lucht LHZ

    Wärme neu denken!

    AB

    Andreas Beran

    Sunnyheat

    Ein Jahr mit Infrarotheizungen im Realbetrieb

    MW

    Mark-Vinzent Weiler

    SAX Power

    Keine Einspeisevergütung? Mit dem Testsieger Ihren Strom maximal nutzen

    PR

    Pascal Ruisinger

    BRC Solar

    Gezielte Anlagenoptimierung – Ab wann und wo Optimierer sich wirklich lohnen

    JP

    Joachim Plesch

    Gorfion Green Energy

    C&I: PV, BESS & Ladeinfrastruktur – Boommärkte 2027 mit der richtigen Finanzierung erschließen

    NM

    Nadim Mouawad

    Orkestra

    Neues C&I-Speicher-Playbook für Deutschland: Wie neue Regularien den Business Case für C&I-Projekte verändern

    MJ

    Michael Jürgens

    Mos.25

    Herausforderung angenommen: Von Anforderungen auf dem Dach und von Montagesystemen.

    LE

    Luuk Eeftink

    Sunbeam BV

    Beyond scale: Do we choose our future in Solar Energy? From global energy scenarios to the choices in your projects

    DA

    Dr. Ahmet Lokurlu

    Soliterm Group

    Solarthermie mit Parabolrinnenkollektoren (PTC) für industrielle Prozesswärme und -kälte – Good Practice am Beispiel Alanod

    AH

    Alexander Heine

    SunenergyXT

    Vorsicht Suchtgefahr! Wie die solare Einstiegsdroge „Balkonkraftwerk“ den PV-Markt verändert und wie Installateure davon profitieren

    SR

    Sabine Ruoff-Sixt

    BayWa r.e. Solar Energy Systems GmbH

    Energiewende mit Speichern in der Praxis: Erfahrungen und Erfolgsfaktoren aus realisierten C&I- und Utility-Projekten

    AC

    Alec Curry

    Atmoce

    Nachrüstung (Retrofit) von Speichersystemen

    MK

    Maximilian Kräss

    Sunbrush.mobil

    Wenn Verschmutzung Ertrag kostet – Die professionelle PV-Reinigung

    Wednesday, Dec 2, 2026

    09:30 – 10:00

    Eröffnung und Einführung ins Thema

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    09:30 – 10:00

    Begrüßung und Einführung ins Thema

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    10:00 – 10:30

    Wie Digitalisierung dem Handwerk nutzt

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    10:00 – 10:30

    Batteriespeicher – wie kriegen wir das Ding zum Fliegen?

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    10:30 – 11:00

    Von der PV-Anlage zum Energiesystem: Lösungen und Erfolgschancen für das Fachhandwerk

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    10:30 – 11:00

    Huawei FusionSolar LUTERRA S2 – das neue. All-in-One-System für intelligente Energieversorgung

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    11:00 – 11:30

    Warum die Energiewende im Eigenheim "Zahlung erst nach Abnahme" braucht!

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    11:00 – 11:30

    Energiewende mit Speichern in der Praxis: Erfahrungen und Erfolgsfaktoren aus realisierten C&I- und Utility-Projekten

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    11:30 – 12:00

    Mehr als Dach-PV: Potenziale auf Gründächern und Carports

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    11:30 – 12:00

    MiSpeL und AgNeS: Neue Chancen für Batteriespeicher im Mittelstand

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    12:00 – 12:30

    Energiewelt immer komplexer: Wie Installateure von diesem Wandel profitieren

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    12:00 – 12:30

    Warmwassererzeugung in vollelektrischen Projekten: machbare und wirtschaftliche Lösungen

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    12:30 – 13:00

    Heizen mit Infrarot und PV-Überschuss

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    13:00 – 13:30

    liefert JR bis Ende September 2026

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    13:00 – 13:30

    Innovative Systemlösungen für C&I & Utility von Sigenergy

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    13:30 – 14:00

    Der Stand der Solarenergie in NRW

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    13:30 – 14:00

    Infrarotheizung und Warmwasser steuern: Raum-, Tarif- und PV-optimiert mit individuellem Nutzerprofil

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    14:00 – 14:30

    Wenn Strom nichts kostet – warum Batteriespeicher jetzt den Unterschied machen

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    14:00 – 14:30

    Modular gedacht: Wie OCEAN 2 mit 8-kWh-Modulen den Heimspeicher neu skaliert – für Installateure und Endkunden

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    14:30 – 15:00

    Podiumsgespräch: Aussichten der Energiewende in NRW

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    14:30 – 15:00

    Wärmeoffensive – Infrarotheizung trifft PV: Nachhaltig, behaglich und wirtschaftlich heizen

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    15:00 – 15:30

    Solarstrom ausnutzen: Optimales Zusammenspiel aller Komponenten

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    15:00 – 15:30

    Wie plane ich ein solarelektrisches Gebäude mit Infrarotheizung?

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    15:30 – 16:00

    Ziegelbruch & Wasserschaden: Typische Montagefehler auf dem Schrägdach und wie Sie sie vermeiden

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    15:30 – 16:00

    Hochgradige Energieautarkie im Wohnquartier

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    16:00 – 16:30

    Abschluss des Messetages

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    16:30 – 17:00

    Abschluss des Tages

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC

    Thursday, Dec 3, 2026

    09:30 – 10:00

    Begrüßung

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    09:30 – 10:00

    Eröffnung und Einführung ins Thema

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    10:00 – 10:30

    Modular gedacht: Wie OCEAN 2 mit 8-kWh-Modulen den Heimspeicher neu skaliert – für Installateure und Endkunden

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    10:00 – 10:30

    Wärmeoffensive – Infrarotheizung trifft PV: Nachhaltig, behaglich und wirtschaftlich heizen

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    10:30 – 11:00

    Infrarotheizung und Warmwasser steuern: Raum-, Tarif- und PV-optimiert mit individuellem Nutzerprofil

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    10:30 – 11:00

    Ziegelbruch & Wasserschaden: Typische Montagefehler auf dem Schrägdach und wie Sie sie vermeiden

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    11:00 – 11:30

    KI gesteuerte Heimspeichersysteme von Sigenergy warum Home-Ökosysteme ohne funktionierende KI keine Zukunft haben

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    11:30 – 12:00

    Warmwassererzeugung in vollelektrischen Projekten: machbare und wirtschaftliche Lösungen

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    11:30 – 12:00

    Gezielte Anlagenoptimierung – Ab wann und wo Optimierer sich wirklich lohnen

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    12:00 – 12:30

    Wenn Verschmutzung Ertrag kostet – Die professionelle PV-Reinigung

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    12:30 – 13:00

    Nachrüstung (Retrofit) von Speichersystemen

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    12:30 – 13:00

    C&I: PV, BESS & Ladeinfrastruktur – Boommärkte 2027 mit der richtigen Finanzierung erschließen

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    13:00 – 13:30

    Wärme neu denken!

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    13:00 – 13:30

    Neues C&I-Speicher-Playbook für Deutschland: Wie neue Regularien den Business Case für C&I-Projekte verändern

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    13:30 – 14:00

    Wie plane ich ein solarelektrisches Gebäude mit Infrarotheizung?

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    13:30 – 14:00

    Herausforderung angenommen: Von Anforderungen auf dem Dach und von Montagesystemen.

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    14:00 – 14:30

    Bezahlbares Wohnen neu gedacht: Warum Energieautarkie zum Erfolgsfaktor für Immobilien wird

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    14:00 – 14:30

    Beyond scale: Do we choose our future in Solar Energy? From global energy scenarios to the choices in your projects

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    14:30 – 15:00

    Huawei FusionSolar LUTERRA S2 – das neue. All-in-One-System für intelligente Energieversorgung

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    14:30 – 15:00

    Solarthermie mit Parabolrinnenkollektoren (PTC) für industrielle Prozesswärme und -kälte – Good Practice am Beispiel Alanod

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    15:00 – 15:30

    Ein Jahr mit Infrarotheizungen im Realbetrieb

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    15:00 – 15:30

    Von der PV-Anlage zum Energiesystem: Lösungen und Erfolgschancen für das Fachhandwerk

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    15:30 – 16:00

    Keine Einspeisevergütung? Mit dem Testsieger Ihren Strom maximal nutzen

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    15:30 – 16:00

    Vorsicht Suchtgefahr! Wie die solare Einstiegsdroge „Balkonkraftwerk“ den PV-Markt verändert und wie Installateure davon profitieren

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    16:00 – 16:30

    Abschluss der Veranstaltung – Resümee & Ausblick auf Solar Solutions Wien

    Seminar
    Seminar Storage & Green HVAC
    16:00 – 16:30

    Abschluss des Messetages

    Seminar
    Seminars PV & E-Mobility

    Topic tracks

    SolarStorageChargingGreen HVAC

    Awards

    Best Innovation Award

    Independent expert jury award for the most distinctive new product or service displayed on the Innovation Boulevard. Nominees must have been on the market for no longer than 12 months and are judged on sector image, commercial advantage for installers/end users, genuine innovation, and distinctive design.

    source

    Best Promotion Award

    Award for the exhibitor with the best and most effective promotional campaign, determined by the number of pre-registrations generated through a unique invitation code distributed to B2B contacts before the fair.

    source

    Sponsors

    EKV-NORD GmbH & Co. KG

    SIG Energy

    Anker SOLIX

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Last edition

    2025

    Completed

    Visitors: 13,304

    Exhibitors: 267

    This edition

    2026

    Exhibitors: 200

    Next edition

    2026

    The 2026 edition will be the first under the Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf name, marking a strategic expansion from a solar-focused trade fair to a broader platform covering solar, smart storage, EV charging and green HVAC. The rebranding reflects the convergence of energy and climate technologies and is intended to attract a wider range of exhibitors and trade visitors. The event remains a two-day B2B show in Halls 13 and 14 of Messe Düsseldorf.

    Rebranding from Solar Solutions Düsseldorf to Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf Broader thematic scope encompassing solar, smart storage, EV charging and green HVAC under one roof Potential for expanded exhibitor and visitor participation following record 2025 edition

    Growth over time

    Edition recap

    2025 recap: Solar Solutions Düsseldorf ran on 3–4 December 2025 at Messe Düsseldorf. The latest organiser factsheet records 267 exhibitors, while Event Escapes reports 13,304 visitors and attributes that figure to the organiser factsheet. The organiser's visitor profile shows 85% of attendees from Germany, 7% from the Netherlands and 1% from China. A pre-show organiser release planned 27,050 m² across two halls, but that footprint is retained as a forecast rather than treated as a confirmed post-show actual. The official press page also retains short and long aftermovies from the 2025 edition.

    New this edition

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      Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf rebrand

      For the 2026 edition, the organiser has renamed Solar Solutions Düsseldorf to Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf and introduced a new visual identity. The organiser says the broader branding better reflects the full range of sustainable-energy technologies already represented at the fair, while retaining its established B2B format.

      Source

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Solar Solutions Düsseldorf 2025 closed as the largest edition in the series' history, bringing together 267 exhibitors and more than 13,000 trade visitors across 27,050 sqm in Halls 13 and 14 of Messe Düsseldorf. The show solidified its role as the central B2B marketplace for solar, storage, EV charging and green HVAC professionals in North Rhine-Westphalia and neighbouring markets. Attendee composition was heavily weighted toward decision-makers, and the event served as the launchpad for the rebranding to Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf, reflecting the convergence of energy and climate technologies.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    The visitor profile is strongly decision-oriented, including managing directors, senior management, business owners and technical specialists. Attendees come primarily from Germany, with notable international participation from the Netherlands and China. Sectors represented span energy generation and supply, electrical installation, trade and distribution, consulting and project development. The high density of decision-makers and the regional focus on North Rhine-Westphalia make the audience highly relevant for exhibitors seeking qualified B2B leads.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    No official ROI metrics or lead-scan totals were published for the 2025 edition. Qualitative indicators support a positive ROI case: the event grew to 267 exhibitors (up from 259 in 2024) and drew more than 13,000 visitors with a strong decision-maker profile. The 2023 edition recorded 12,504 product and exhibitor lead scans via the in-house app, demonstrating active visitor-exhibitor interaction. Exhibitors consistently report the show as an effective platform for direct business conversations and regional market access, though specific 2025 ROI figures remain unpublished.

    Intelligence

    Exhibitors

    213

    Exhibitors

    16

    Categories

    14

    Countries

    14

    Pavilions

    Top exhibitor countries

    Top 10 by exhibitor count — estimates based on published directory.

    • Germany
      128
    • China
      44
    • Netherlands
      21
    • Austria
      5
    • Belgium
      3
    • Poland
      3
    • Czechia
      2
    • France
      1
    • Switzerland
      1
    • Luxembourg
      1

    ~60% of listed exhibitors are from Germany.

    Category breakdown

    1~49
    estimate
    2~40
    estimate
    3~37
    estimate
    4~23
    estimate
    5~16
    estimate
    6~11
    estimate
    7~10
    estimate
    8~6
    estimate
    9~5
    estimate
    10~3
    estimate
    11~3
    estimate
    12~3
    estimate
    13~2
    estimate
    14~2
    estimate
    15~2
    estimate

    National pavilions

    Germany

    ~128 stands
    estimate

    China

    ~44 stands
    estimate

    Netherlands

    ~21 stands
    estimate

    Austria

    ~5 stands
    estimate

    Belgium

    ~3 stands
    estimate

    Poland

    ~3 stands
    estimate

    Czechia

    ~2 stands
    estimate

    France

    ~1 stands
    estimate

    Switzerland

    ~1 stands
    estimate

    Luxembourg

    ~1 stands
    estimate

    Slovakia

    ~1 stands
    estimate

    Australia

    ~1 stands
    estimate

    Italy

    ~1 stands
    estimate

    Spain

    ~1 stands
    estimate

    Buyer targets

    High priority

    Buyers sourcing

    Other Solar & Sustainable Energy Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    Solar PV Modules, Cells & Bifacial Panel Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    Battery Storage, BMS & Off-Grid Energy System Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    Solar & Sustainable Energy Suppliers (profile Pending)

    Buyers sourcing

    EV Charging, E-Mobility & V2X Infrastructure Suppliers

    Medium priority

    Buyers sourcing

    Solar Wholesale, Distribution & Component Trading Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    PV Mounting, Racking & Building-Integrated Solar Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    Solar Inverters, Optimizers & Power Electronics Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    Home Energy Management & Smart Building Software Suppliers

    Buyers sourcing

    Logistics, Freight & Transport for Energy Equipment Suppliers

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Germany and broader Europe, centred on the German solar, storage, EV-charging and green-HVAC market, with strong trade links to the Netherlands, Austria, Belgium, Poland and China.

    Why it matters

    Germany remains Europe’s largest solar market and is simultaneously experiencing rapid battery-storage growth, making it a critical bellwether for the European renewable-energy trade. The country met its 2026 EEG solar target ahead of schedule but faces regulatory uncertainty and a rooftop slowdown, while storage additions are surging and policy is shifting toward co-located PV-plus-storage projects. For trade professionals, this creates demand for practical, cost-efficient solutions across solar, storage, EV charging and green HVAC, and makes Düsseldorf a focused regional meeting point for installers, EPCs and distributors who serve the German and neighbouring markets.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Rooftop solar slowdown despite record cumulative capacity

    Germany added 12.76 GW of solar in the first nine months of 2026, but monthly rooftop additions are below expectations as the anticipated rush ahead of planned EEG feed-in-tariff changes has not materialised. Utility-scale additions fell to their lowest monthly level of the year in September.

    Source
    02

    Battery storage additions up 91% year on year

    Germany installed around 8.2 GWh of new battery storage in the first nine months of 2026, 91% more than in the same period of 2025. Large-scale battery parks more than quadrupled and accounted for roughly half of new capacity, while full-year additions are expected to exceed 10 GWh.

    Source
    03

    Co-locating solar with storage becomes policy priority

    The German economy ministry plans to create incentives in the revised Renewable Energy Act for combined photovoltaic and storage systems to avoid wasting electricity during sunny periods and to reduce negative day-ahead power prices.

    Source
    04

    Large-scale BESS can unlock 150 GW of additional PV potential

    A Fraunhofer IEE study for the German Solar Association estimates that intelligently controlled large-scale battery storage could enable around 150 GW of additional PV capacity across 1,313 rural substations by improving grid-connection utilisation and limiting curtailment.

    Source
    05

    Storage revenue stack broadening with new inertia services

    Germany is emerging as one of Europe’s most attractive BESS markets due to deep and volatile electricity markets. In 2026, transmission system operators will begin actively procuring inertia services, adding a new revenue stream for storage operators.

    Source

    Market news

    Latest updates from across the market.

    Germany deploys 12.76 GW of solar in first nine months of 2026

    Read

    Battery storage deployment in Germany up 91%, reforms needed to maintain momentum

    Read

    Fraunhofer IEE study: large-scale BESS could unlock 150 GW of additional solar PV potential

    Read

    Solarwatt launches bifacial TOPCon module for BIPV applications

    Read

    Similar solar, storage and energy trade events in Europe (next 12 months)

    December 2026 – June 2027

    The European solar and storage circuit in 2026–2027 is anchored by Intersolar Europe in Munich in June, followed by national and regional trade fairs in Spain, Germany, France and the Nordics. Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf occupies a late-year, two-day B2B slot that complements the larger summer events and serves the German-speaking market with a practical, installer-focused agenda. The circuit offers exhibitors a sequence of touchpoints across Europe, from broad international platforms to focused regional shows.

    23–25 Jun 2026

    Intersolar Europe / The smarter E Europe

    Munich, Germany

    Held at Messe München; 2026 edition runs Tuesday to Thursday for the first time.

    website
    13–15 Oct 2026

    Chillventa

    Nuremberg, Germany

    Relevant for green-HVAC and heat-pump suppliers exhibiting at Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf.

    website
    19–21 Nov 2026

    GET NORD

    Hamburg, Germany

    Regional focus on northern Germany and Scandinavia; complements the Düsseldorf event’s western-German focus.

    website
    24–26 Nov 2026

    Genera

    Madrid, Spain

    Held at IFEMA Madrid; a key event for Southern European solar and storage professionals.

    website
    9–10 Dec 2026

    Energaia

    Montpellier, France

    Held at Montpellier Exhibition Center; useful for reaching the French Mediterranean market.

    website

    Early summer window

    Intersolar Europe / the Smarter E Europe

    June 2026: the flagship European solar and storage event in Munich.

    Autumn–winter window

    ChillventaGET NORDGeneraSustainable Solutions DüsseldorfEnergaia

    October–December 2026: a sequence of national and regional events across Germany, Spain and France, ending with the Düsseldorf trade fair on 2–3 December.

    Dates and event details are taken from official event websites and organiser-published calendars where available; regional event dates should be reconfirmed with the respective organisers as schedules may change.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    DUS

    Düsseldorf Airport

    Closest airport. New U81 light rail runs directly from the terminal to MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA/Messe Nord (North Entrance) in 7 minutes on trade fair days. U80 connects the airport to Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße (East Entrance) and the city centre. Taxis and rental cars available at the terminal.

    3 km

    to venue

    10 minutes

    by car

    CGN

    Cologne Bonn Airport

    Secondary option with good train connections. Take the S-Bahn or regional train from the airport station to Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof (approx. 1 hour), then U78/U79 to the exhibition grounds. Direct trains also connect to Düsseldorf Hbf in about 1 hour.

    69 km

    to venue

    50–60 minutes by car

    by car

    NRN

    Weeze Airport

    Budget-carrier airport northwest of Düsseldorf. Limited public transport; pre-booked transfers or car rental recommended. Suitable only if flying with Ryanair or similar low-cost carriers.

    78 km

    to venue

    approximately 59 minutes

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Stockum / Lohausen (near Messe)

    USD 65–120 / night

    Walkable or short tram ride to the fairgrounds. Examples include Airport Messe Hotel, Holiday Inn – the niu Hub Düsseldorf Messe, and Hotel Carlton Mayfair. Prices are estimates based on 2026 booking data and may rise during trade-fair dates.

    Mid-range
    Seestern / Derendorf / City North

    USD 120–220 / night

    Business-oriented hotels with good tram/U-Bahn connections to Messe Düsseldorf (10–20 minutes). Examples include Courtyard Düsseldorf Seestern, Essential by Dorint Düsseldorf Deiker Höfe, and INNSiDE by Meliá Düsseldorf Derendorf. Prices are estimates.

    Premium
    City Centre / Altstadt / Königsallee

    USD 220–400 / night

    Luxury and upscale hotels with easy access to dining, shopping and nightlife. A 15–25 minute tram or taxi ride to the venue. Examples include Hilton Düsseldorf, Meliá Düsseldorf, and Radisson Blu Conference Hotel. Prices are estimates and can exceed USD 400 during major trade fairs.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    U-Bahn / Tram (VRR)

    Estimated cost€3.80 single ticket (price level A, 2026)
    Best forU78 / U79 from Düsseldorf Hbf to Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstr. or Merkur Spiel-Arena/Messe Nord

    Frequent service (every 10 minutes). Journey time around 15–20 minutes from the main station. U78 serves both Messe Nord and Messe Ost; U79 serves Messe Ost. Tickets must be purchased before boarding.

    U-Bahn (airport connection)

    Estimated cost€3.80 single ticket (price level A, 2026)
    Best forU81 from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal to MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA/Messe Nord

    New line opened in 2026. Journey time approximately 7 minutes from the airport to the North Entrance. Operates on trade-fair days.

    Bus

    Estimated cost€3.80 single ticket (price level A, 2026)
    Best forBus 722 to Messe Ost or Messe Süd/CCD

    Useful for connections from areas not directly served by the U-Bahn. Bus 722 stops at Messe Ost and Messe Süd/CCD, serving different entrances.

    Taxi

    Estimated cost€25 fixed trade-fair rate
    Best forDüsseldorf Airport ↔ Messe Düsseldorf

    Official fixed fare for trips between the airport and the exhibition grounds, regardless of duration. Base fare €5, €2.70 per km for other trips. Large-capacity taxis (more than 4 passengers) incur a €9 surcharge.

    Ride-hailing (Uber / Bolt)

    Estimated cost€12–€28 depending on origin and demand
    Best forAirport / city centre to Messe Düsseldorf

    Uber, Bolt and FreeNow operate in Düsseldorf. Fares are often close to metered taxi prices but can surge during peak trade-fair closing times. Bolt estimates around €13.70 from the airport to Messe Tor 2.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: accepted
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    Schengen short-stay business visa (Type C)Third-country nationals who are visa-required for the Schengen area and are visiting the trade fair for business purposes for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.$97.00Usually 15 calendar days from the day the application is lodged at the consulate; may be extended to 30–45 days in peak periods or if additional checks are required.
    Exhibitor visa (visa fee waiver with exhibitor authorisation)Exhibitors who are visa-required and can present an exhibitor authorisation (Aussteller-Zulassung) issued by Messe Düsseldorf for the event.—Same Schengen processing timeline as the standard business visa; the fee waiver applies when the exhibitor authorisation is submitted with the application.

    EU/EEA and Swiss citizens enjoy freedom of movement and do not need a visa for this short business visit. Nationals of many other countries (e.g. UK, USA, Canada, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Brazil, and several others) benefit from visa-free short stays for business under Schengen rules, typically up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Visa-required nationals must obtain a Schengen Type C visa before travel. Because visa-free lists can change and entry conditions depend on nationality and travel history, this field is nationality-dependent and should be verified with the competent German mission or the EU Visa Code before booking.

    Germany accepts ATA Carnets for temporary admission of exhibition goods, professional equipment and commercial samples. Carnets are issued exclusively by the German Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHK), with the DIHK acting as the guaranteeing body. From 1 June 2026, Germany and around 30 other participating states are moving to a fully digital ATA Carnet process using QR codes, although paper Carnets issued before that date remain valid for their full validity period. Exhibitors using an ATA Carnet avoid separate customs declarations and security deposits at the border.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    December is winter in Düsseldorf with cold, damp conditions. Daytime highs average around 5°C, dropping to 1–3°C at night. Rain is frequent (16–18 days per month) with monthly rainfall of 53–76 mm; snow is possible but usually light. Daylight is short, with sunset around 16:30. Pack warm layers, a waterproof coat and comfortable waterproof shoes for the trade fair halls and outdoor walkways.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Messe Düsseldorf is exceptionally well connected. Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) is only 3 km away; the new U81 light rail takes 7 minutes directly from the terminal to MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA/Messe Nord (North Entrance) on trade fair days, while the U80 connects the airport to Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße (East Entrance). From Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof, the U78 and U79 trams reach the exhibition grounds in about 15 minutes. The venue has direct motorway access via the A44 and A52, with around 20,000 parking spaces and shuttle buses. Hotels are concentrated in the city centre (10–15 minutes by tram) and near the arena. The Rhine riverfront and Altstadt are a short tram ride from the East Entrance.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Formal business attire

    German trade shows are conducted formally. Business suits or smart business attire are expected; khakis and golf shirts are generally too informal. Dress conservatively and professionally.

    Punctuality and greetings

    Punctuality is taken seriously; arriving late for meetings is considered rude. Shake hands firmly with good eye contact on arrival and departure, greeting women first regardless of rank. Use titles (Herr, Frau, Dr.) and last names until invited to use first names.

    Business cards and introductions

    Business cards are not handed out casually. Wait until a conversation has developed; offering a card too early can seem intrusive. Treat cards you receive as confidential. Germans often do not wear name badges at trade shows, so introduce yourself when a visitor shows interest.

    Tipping etiquette

    Tipping is customary but not obligatory. In restaurants, round up the bill or leave 5–10% for good service. Tip directly to the server rather than adding it to a card payment. Excessive tipping is not expected.

    Environmental awareness

    Environmental issues are highly regulated and taken seriously in Germany. Be prepared to discuss your company's sustainability practices and product environmental impact; vague claims are viewed sceptically.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: DUS

    Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) is the primary arrival point, with direct flights from major European hubs and connecting services from intercontinental origins. Cologne/Bonn (CGN) and Weeze (NRN) are secondary options served by low-cost carriers. Book flights to DUS for the shortest transfer to the venue (7 minutes by U81).

    Visa

    Visa requirements are nationality-dependent. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens do not need a visa. Many other nationals (including UK, US, Canadian, Japanese, Australian, New Zealand, South Korean and Brazilian citizens) can enter Germany visa-free for short business stays. Visa-required third-country nationals must obtain a Schengen Type C short-stay visa before travelling to the fair.

    Processing: Standard processing is 15 calendar days from lodging the application; allow up to 30–45 days in peak periods or where additional documents or an interview are required.

    The standard Schengen visa fee is EUR 90 for adults (approximately USD 97 in 2026). Exhibitors may benefit from a fee waiver if they submit an exhibitor authorisation from Messe Düsseldorf with the visa application. Trade-visitor visa applicants may need to show trade-visitor legitimation (e.g. trade licence, employer certificate, or similar proof of professional activity). Apply at the German mission or visa centre responsible for your place of residence, and submit the application well in advance because December is a peak travel period.

    Official

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) is 3 km from the venue. The U81 light rail runs directly from the terminal to MERKUR SPIEL-ARENA/Messe Nord in 7 minutes on trade-fair days. A fixed taxi fare of €25 applies between the airport and the exhibition grounds. Ride-hailing (Uber/Bolt) typically costs €12–€18.

    Hotel → venue: Downtown Atlanta and convention-center hotels are typically within walking distance or a short ride-hail/MARTA trip to the venue.

    Ride-hail: Uber, Bolt and FreeNow operate in Düsseldorf. Fares are often close to metered taxi prices. A Bolt trip from the airport to Messe Tor 2 is estimated at around €13.70 and takes about 10 minutes. Expect surge pricing after major fair closures.

    Public transit: The VRR network provides frequent U-Bahn, tram and bus services. Single tickets for price level A cost €3.80 (2026). Day tickets and multi-ride tickets are available. The venue is served by U78, U79, bus 722 and the new U81 airport line. Tickets must be validated before travel.

    Parking: Around 20,000 parking spaces are available on-site. The day rate is €12 at the gate or €10 when pre-booked online. Free shuttle buses connect parking areas to the entrances. Payment at on-site machines is card-only; pre-booking through Goldbeck Parking is recommended.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: December

    Temperature: 1°C to 5°C

    Seasonality: Frequent rain (16–18 days per month), occasional light snow, short daylight hours with sunset around 16:30. Winter conditions may cause minor travel delays.

    Packing: Warm waterproof coat, layers, scarf and gloves. Waterproof comfortable shoes for walking between halls and outdoor areas. Compact umbrella. Formal business attire for the show floor, with thermal layers underneath.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: 2026-12-02

    Recommended for the broadest strategic one-day visit: the published 2 December programme combines the NRW solar-market update at 13:30, the NRW energy-transition panel at 14:30, a full PV & E-Mobility programme and a parallel Storage & Green HVAC track. This is an editorial recommendation based on the current organiser schedule, not an organiser-designated 'best day'.

    T-30

    Define the visit objective and decide whether the priority is supplier sourcing, technical learning, partnerships or market intelligence. — Planning guidance. The 2026 event is a B2B renewable-energy fair focused on solar, storage, EV charging and green HVAC, so set a measurable objective before building the agenda.

    T-21

    Register for the visitor ticket and save the confirmation. — Planning guidance, not an organiser deadline. A current organiser-hosted partner registration page states a normal ticket price of EUR 75 excluding VAT, while invitation codes can provide free entry.

    T-14

    Book travel and accommodation and check passport, visa or entry requirements where applicable. — Planning guidance. The fair runs 2-3 December 2026, 09:00-17:00, and the organiser lists hotels from 300 m to 3.2 km from Messe Düsseldorf. Exact visa requirements depend on nationality.

    T-10

    Shortlist target exhibitors and products by the categories most relevant to your projects. — Use the official exhibitor and product lists. Prioritise solar PV, smart storage, EV charging, green HVAC and enabling software/services rather than trying to cover every stand.

    T-7

    Lock the seminar blocks that directly affect buying or project decisions. — The organiser says the online seminar version is the most up to date and may change. Recheck it shortly before travel.

    T-5

    Request meetings with the highest-value exhibitors and prepare three qualification questions for each. — Planning guidance. A meeting-led agenda reduces the risk of spending a short two-day B2B show only browsing.

    T-2

    Confirm the venue route and arrival method. — For 2026 the organiser directs visitors to Halls 13 and 14. U78/U79 run from Düsseldorf main station to Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße; by car use A44 exit 29 Messe/Arena and the visitor parking area with shuttle service to the East Entrance.

    T-1

    Save badge, meetings, exhibitor shortlist and seminar choices offline and leave buffer between appointments. — Planning guidance. The event runs 09:00-17:00 on both days, so protect time for the Innovation Boulevard and unplanned supplier discoveries.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    08:45

    Arrive, clear entry and review the day's top meetings before the halls open.

    East Entrance / Messe Düsseldorf
    09:00

    Start with Innovation Boulevard to identify new products and shortlist unexpected supplier leads.

    Halls 13 & 14
    09:30

    Attend the opening session or the parallel Storage & Green HVAC welcome, depending on your priority.

    Seminar areas
    10:00

    Run the first supplier-meeting block across your highest-priority solar, storage, charging or HVAC targets.

    Halls 13 & 14
    12:00

    Lunch and immediately clean up notes, next steps and unresolved questions.

    Messe Düsseldorf
    13:30

    Attend 'Der Stand der Solarenergie in NRW' for regional market context.

    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    14:30

    Attend the panel 'Aussichten der Energiewende in NRW'.

    Seminars PV & E-Mobility
    15:00

    Use the final technical block for one specialist seminar or a second round of supplier meetings.

    Seminar areas / Halls 13 & 14
    16:30

    Close open loops, confirm promised follow-ups and revisit the highest-priority stand before the 17:00 close.

    Halls 13 & 14

    Side trips

    4

    Nordpark

    Park

    Stockum, beside the Messe Düsseldorf area

    Easy low-friction walk before or after the fair, with formal gardens, ponds and the Japanese Garden; recommended independently, not an event activity.

    Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum

    Museum and Aquarium

    Nordpark/Aquazoo stop on U78/U79, in the same Stockum district as the venue

    A nearby indoor option combining aquarium, zoo and natural-history exhibits; useful if you have a spare half-day. Daily opening is 10:00-18:00.

    Altstadt (Old Town)

    Historic District

    Düsseldorf city centre; suitable for an after-show side trip

    More than 260 food and drink venues plus historic sights make it practical for a self-arranged team or client evening; not affiliated with the event.

    MedienHafen

    Architecture and Dining District

    Düsseldorf harbour, south-west of the Altstadt

    Good for architecture, riverside atmosphere and self-arranged client dinners; Visit Düsseldorf notes more than 700 companies and several popular restaurants in the district.

    Networking spots

    5

    Innovation Boulevard

    on-site event feature

    Recommended as a natural conversation point around products and services that have been on the market for less than 12 months. It is an official feature, but the organiser does not describe it as a formal networking programme.

    Target exhibitor stands in Halls 13 & 14

    on-site meeting recommendation

    Use pre-arranged stand meetings rather than relying on random encounters. This is planning guidance, not an organiser-hosted networking session.

    East Entrance

    on-site meeting anchor

    A practical rendezvous point because organiser transport guidance directs visitor shuttles and U78/U79 access toward the East side. Use only as a self-arranged meeting point.

    Altstadt (Old Town)

    off-site recommendation

    More than 260 food and drink venues make it suitable for self-arranged post-show team or client meetings. It is not event-affiliated.

    MedienHafen

    off-site recommendation

    A business and restaurant district suitable for pre-arranged client dinners or small-group meetings after the show. It is not event-affiliated.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    The organiser does not publish 2026 stand rental, shell-scheme or raw-space rates online. The official exhibitor page and the current factsheet contain no price list. Pricing, participation fees and conditions are provided on request via the published exhibitor contacts (Anoushka Bakx, Jeremy Dejonckheere, Simon Molenaar).

    source

    Build your working budget

    Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.

    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Hotel × 3 nights$306.00
    • Per diem × 3$192.00
    Estimated total$498.00

    This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visitor_ticket_standard

    visitor · standard

    EUR 75 / ticket excluding VAT

    officialAs of 2026-11-10

    local_transit_24h

    both · standard

    EUR 7.6 / one-person 24-hour ticket, price level A

    officialAs of 2026-11-10

    airport_messe_taxi

    both · standard

    EUR 25 / one-way taxi, Düsseldorf Airport to/from Messe Düsseldorf

    officialAs of 2026-11-10

    hotel_room

    both · budget

    EUR 90–93 / room per night, indicative nearby/city hotel rate

    estimateAs of 2026-11-07

    hotel_room

    both · mid

    EUR 133–205 / room per night, indicative nearby hotel rate

    estimateAs of 2026-11-07

    hotel_room

    both · premium

    EUR 207–316 / room per night, indicative 5-star hotel rate

    estimateAs of 2026-11-07

    meals_daily

    both · planning

    EUR 45–70 / person per day

    estimateAs of 2026-11-10

    stand_plan_optional_inspection

    exhibitor · standard

    EUR 105 / one-time drawing review plus VAT

    officialAs of 2026-11-10

    hgv_parking

    exhibitor · logistics

    EUR 30 / empty HGV or trailer per day

    officialAs of 2026-11-10

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Answer eight event-specific questions on market fit, category fit, buyers, timing, travel, booth readiness, budget and meeting density.

    QUESTION 1 OF 8

    How important is North Rhine-Westphalia or the wider German market to your next 12 months?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    Choose Visit when the market/category fit is strong but you do not yet have a booth-ready pipeline plan, or when supplier comparison and technical learning are the primary goals.

    Best for

    Installers, EPCs, project developers, wholesalers, technical specialists and buyers who need to compare several solar, storage, EV charging or green-HVAC suppliers and use the seminar programme for current market intelligence.

    Min. budget

    $145.00

    Timeline

    Plan 1-3 weeks for registration, shortlist and meetings; start earlier if international travel or visa processing is required.

    Risks

    The seminar programme can still change.

    A one-day visit can become low-value if target meetings are not prioritised.

    The normal visitor ticket is EUR 75 excluding VAT unless an invitation code applies.

    Hotel demand can tighten around Messe Düsseldorf during overlapping fair dates.

    exhibit

    Choose Exhibit when you can name the buyer segments you want, have a relevant product or solution, can secure meetings before the show and can measure pipeline or partner outcomes against the organiser quote.

    Best for

    Manufacturers, importers, wholesalers and solution providers with a clear NRW/Germany growth objective, a strong fit to the show's professional buyer groups and a booth team capable of qualifying and following up leads.

    Timeline

    Allow roughly 6-12+ weeks for quote, stand planning, service orders, logistics, staff preparation and prospect outreach; clearance-required stand plans are due no later than six weeks before set-up.

    Risks

    The organiser does not publish 2026 stand rental or package prices online, so a reliable minimum exhibit budget cannot be calculated publicly.

    Venue safety, stand-construction and material-handling rules add execution requirements.

    ROI depends on pre-booked meetings, qualification discipline and rapid post-show follow-up.

    The event has a strong regional NRW/German market focus, which can reduce value for exhibitors targeting unrelated geographies.

    skip

    Choose Skip when both target-market fit and meeting density are low, or when travel/booth cost cannot be connected to a near-term commercial objective.

    Best for

    Companies or visitors with weak NRW/Germany relevance, poor category/buyer fit, no active project or sales timeline, or insufficient preparation to create meaningful meetings.

    Timeline

    No on-site preparation required; use remote supplier research and revisit the next edition when market fit or timing improves.

    Risks

    You may miss direct supplier comparisons and live product demonstrations.

    You may miss NRW-specific policy and market discussions in the seminar programme.

    You lose an efficient in-person opportunity to meet multiple professional suppliers and buyers in two days.

    Book with

    Partners

    Messe Düsseldorf Parking

    Parking

    On-site parking area P1 with free shuttle buses to the East Entrance. Parking tickets available on location and online.

    Visit partner Confidence: high

    Official practical information page for the 2026 edition.

    Public Transport

    Transport

    U78 and U79 trains run every 10 minutes from Düsseldorf main station to Messe Ost / Stockumer Kirchstraße, a 5-minute walk to the exhibition. Bus 722 stops at D-Messe Ost, a 10-minute walk.

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    Insurance

    Messe Düsseldorf Online Order System

    The 2026 venue guidelines state that exhibition, accident and liability insurance can be obtained through the Online Order System. They do not state that exhibition insurance is universally mandatory; event participation conditions may add requirements.

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    Frequently asked

    What are the opening hours of Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf 2026?
    The event runs on Wednesday, 2 December 2026 and Thursday, 3 December 2026, both days from 09:00 to 17:00.
    Where is Sustainable Solutions Düsseldorf 2026 held?
    It takes place in Hall 13 & 14 of Messe Düsseldorf, Stockumer Kirchstraße 61, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany.
    Is parking available at Messe Düsseldorf?
    Yes, a dedicated parking area (P1) is available. Free shuttle buses take visitors directly to the East Entrance. Parking tickets can be purchased on location or online.
    How can I reach the venue by public transport?
    Take subway U78 or U79 from Düsseldorf main station to the stop Messe Ost / Stockumer Kirchstraße (journey time about 10 minutes, frequency every 10 minutes). From there it is a 5-minute walk to the exhibition. Alternatively, bus 722 stops at D-Messe Ost, a 10-minute walk away.

    Glossary

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    BESS
    Battery Energy Storage System; a large-scale battery system used to store and discharge electricity.
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    EMS
    Energy Management System; a smart system that controls and optimises energy storage, charging and energy flows.
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    V2G
    Vehicle-to-Grid; bidirectional charging technology that allows electric vehicles to feed electricity back to the grid or a building.
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    Green HVAC
    Sustainable heating, cooling and ventilation technologies, including heat pumps and heat networks.
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    Innovation Boulevard
    A central exhibition area for products or services that have been on the market for less than 12 months; an independent jury awards the Best Innovation Award.

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