Explore the PV Academy Programme & Secure Your Stay in Bilbao
PV Academy 2025 – Programme Now Online
We are excited to unveil the programme of the PV Academy 2025. The event offers a full day of in-depth lectures tailored for students, early-career researchers, and professionals looking to deepen their expertise in photovoltaics. Led by renowned international experts, this year’s programme covers a broad spectrum — from core principles to cutting-edge insights on PV reliability and its role in climate action. Join us for the PV Academy on 21 September 2025 for the following sessions:
Don’t forget to also check out the free session Recycling of PV Systems from last year’s PV Academy in Vienna using the code PVA-202503-NEWS. Whether you are new to the field or seeking to update your knowledge, the PV Academy is your gateway to learning from world-leading PV researchers.
Explore the PV Academy programme and check out the free session.
Submit Your Late Abstra
Although the main programme is taking shape, there is still time to be part of the EU PVSEC 2025! We are still accepting late abstracts for a limited number of oral and visual presentation slots. If you have new or late-breaking results to share, this is your chance to present your work to an international audience of leading PV experts and stakeholders. We invite all researchers and professionals in the field to submit their contributions and join us in shaping the future of photovoltaics.
Find Your Ideal Accommodation in Bilbao
Planning your stay for the EU PVSEC 2025 in Bilbao? We have teamed up with our trusted partner Bnetwork to make your trip as smooth and enjoyable as possible. With Bnetwork, you can access exclusive hotel deals tailored for EU PVSEC participants — whether you are looking for comfort, convenience, or eco-friendly options. All hotels are carefully selected for their quality, location near the venue, and commitment to sustainability.
Don’t wait too long – book early to secure the best options and rates!
Call for Nominations – Becquerel Prize 2025
Have you submitted your nomination yet? There is still time to honour the visionaries shaping the future of solar energy! The Becquerel Prize 2025 will be awarded during the EU PVSEC opening ceremony to an individual with exceptional achievements in the field of photovoltaic solar energy. Established by the European Commission in 1989, this prestigious award will be presented during the Opening Ceremony of the 42nd EU PVSEC in Bilbao. We warmly invite the PV community to nominate candidates whose work has made a lasting and significant impact on the advancement of photovoltaics. Please note that self-nominations are not permitted. The nomination deadline is 12 May 2025.
Let’s celebrate excellence and inspire the next generation of innovators in solar energy!
Contribute to the EU PVSEC
If you want to contribute to the EU PVSEC, there are many ways to do so:
Become and Exhibitor Show the world your expertise and secure your stand in the B2B exhibition!
Become a Sponsor Present your company on the international PV stage and contribute!
PV Academy: Save the Date Mark your calendars for the 4th PV Academy on 21 September in Bilbao!
Submit a Late Abstract Be part of the conference programme and submit your late abstract!
We Thank Our Sponsors
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Ente Vasco De La Energía As an energy agency, Ente Vasco de la Energía proposes the Basque Government's energy strategies based on its technical knowledge. It also participates actively in developing those strategies both through its own projects and active collaboration with local and international agents. As a result, the Basque energy system has been in continuous development for more than 40 years, doing away with the use of coal for energy uses and reducing the relative share of petroleum products by 20 percentage points. Natural gas and renewable energy have been of key importance in this change and today the Basque energy transition marks a commitment to continuing along this path and guaranteeing a sustainable energy future.
Partner News
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