Solar & Storage Live is expanding its European presence with a new event in Paris, targeting one of the continent’s fastest-growing solar and storage markets.
Richard Leach, Commercial Manager for Solar & Storage Live Paris, describes how the show will connect developers and innovators across France and Europe – driving collaboration that accelerates the country’s clean energy transition.
Why did Solar & Storage Live choose Paris, and how does it fit within the Europe portfolio?
Paris offers unparalleled access to one of Europe’s fastest-growing solar and storage markets. France is scaling up its energy transition through increasingly ambitious renewable targets, substantial public support mechanisms and a rapidly maturing utility-scale and C&I segment.
Solar & Storage Live Paris strengthens our European portfolio by establishing a presence in a strategic market that complements our events in the United Kingdom, Italy & Spain, creating a connected platform for innovators, investors, and decision makers across the continent.
What should attendees and exhibitors expect from the inaugural edition, and who will benefit from being there?
The inaugural edition will deliver a curated, high-value experience focused on commercial outcomes. Exhibitors can expect direct access to EPCs, developers, installers, and distributors who are actively engaged in project deployment. Attendees will benefit from practical insights, new technologies, and strong networking opportunities spanning the full value chain.
The event is particularly advantageous for companies seeking to enter or scale within the French market, as well as for stakeholders searching for reliable solutions to increase deployment speed and performance.
Can you highlight some stand-out features of the upcoming show, either on the show floor or in the agenda?
The show floor will prioritise innovation in batteries, PV modules, inverters, energy storage, asset management, and digitalisation. There will be 3 theatres with dedicated sessions that will explore utility-scale build-out, urban integration, regulatory clarity, and grid flexibility.
The agenda includes thought leadership from top-tier developers, financiers, policymakers, and technology providers. Targeted networking opportunities will facilitate business introductions aligned with procurement needs and real project pipelines.
What is your overarching vision for the Paris event’s role in the French energy transition?
Solar & Storage Live Paris is designed to be a strategic accelerator for France’s clean energy ambitions. The event convenes the full ecosystem of market participants to confront persistent barriers in permitting, grid integration, financing, and supply chain capacity. It provides a high-value platform to highlight proven solutions, foster industrial cooperation, and advance innovation that can unlock faster deployment.
By connecting French stakeholders with European expertise and global technological leadership, Solar & Storage Live Paris will contribute to building a more secure, affordable, and resilient power system for the nation’s long-term energy transition.
When the 2025 show wraps, what is on the horizon for Solar & Storage Live Paris?
The Paris event is planned as a long-term platform with annual expansion. Following 2025, our focus will be on growing the show’s scale, deepening engagement with policymakers and regional stakeholders, and advancing cross-border collaboration on innovation and investment.
The objective is to ensure Solar & Storage Live Paris becomes a cornerstone event that supports the continuous growth of solar and storage capacity in France and contributes meaningfully to Europe’s collective clean energy goals.
France Solar Week marks the lead-up to Solar & Storage Live Paris, taking place 5-6 November. Haven’t registered yet? Don’t miss out on your free ticket by securing your place here.
Companies looking to confirm their stand at next year’s event should contact Richard Leach at Richard.Leach@terrapinn.com, or meet the sales team in person on stand G10 at next week’s event in Paris.
