EERA Workshop on Photovoltaics & Digitalization
- Date
- 2026-02-25
- Location
- Wien, Wien, Austria
- Host
- EERA - The European Energy Research Alliance
About this event
Photovoltaics is scaling fast, and digitalization is changing how solar systems are designed, operated, monitored, and improved. This workshop brings those two conversations into the same room: a focused in-person gathering in Vienna for people who want to think seriously about where solar technology is heading, what digital tools are making possible, and how collaboration can move the field forward. About the Event The EERA Workshop on Photovoltaics & Digitalization is an in-person workshop built around exchange, discussion, and practical insight. Set in Vienna on Wednesday, February 25 at 2:00 PM GMT+1, it offers a dedicated space for people working around photovoltaics, energy systems, and digital innovation to connect around a shared set of challenges and opportunities. At its core, this event is about the intersection of two important developments: the continued growth of photovoltaic technologies and the increasing role of digital methods across research, deployment, and system management. Rather than treating these as separate topics, the workshop is designed to explore how they inform each other in real-world contexts. Because it is a workshop format, expect something more interactive and grounded than a broad conference-style program. The value here is in being able to discuss ideas directly, compare approaches, and hear how others are thinking about similar problems from different angles. What to Expect You can expect a mix of structured discussion and informal exchange focused on the practical and strategic questions shaping photovoltaics today. The workshop setting is especially well suited to conversations that go beyond surface-level trend talk and into how digitalization is actually affecting technical work, research priorities, and collaboration. Topics are likely to center on issues relevant to photovoltaic systems and the digital tools, methods, and frameworks surrounding them. That may include questions such as: How digital technologies are supporting photovoltaic research and innovation Better ways to monitor, analyze, and optimize system performance Data-driven approaches to improving reliability and decision-making Cross-disciplinary collaboration between energy, software, and systems experts Shared challenges in scaling solutions from research into practice You should also expect time for networking and peer-to-peer conversation. With community, meetup, and networking elements built into the event identity, this is not just a sit-and-listen session. It is a place to meet others working in adjacent areas, compare current priorities, and build connections that may continue after the workshop. For attendees, the experience should feel focused and useful: enough structure to give the afternoon direction, and enough openness to allow real discussion. If you value events where you can both learn and contribute, this format is likely to be a strong fit. Why Attend If you work in or around photovoltaics, digitalization is no longer a side topic. It shapes how systems are modeled, monitored, integrated, and improved. Attending this workshop gives you the chance to engage with that shift in a setting that is specific enough to be relevant and collaborative enough to be productive. This event is especially valuable if you want to sharpen your understanding of where the field is moving. Workshops like this can help you test assumptions, hear how others are approaching similar technical or strategic questions, and come away with a clearer picture of the current landscape. You may leave with: A better sense of key themes at the intersection of solar and digital innovation New contacts across research, technical, and community-oriented networks Useful perspectives on current challenges and emerging approaches Fresh ideas you can apply in your own projects, conversations, or planning A stronger understanding of how your work connects to wider developments in the field Just as important, attending in person creates room for the kinds of conversations that rarely happen in more formal or crowded event formats. Whether you are looking to deepen your expertise, build relationships, or simply stay close to important developments, this workshop offers a smart way to spend an afternoon. Practical Details The workshop takes place in person in Vienna, Austria, making it a strong opportunity for local and regional attendees who want face-to-face discussion rather than another online session. Being in the room matters for this kind of topic, especially when ideas benefit from open exchange and nuanced conversation. Date and time: Wednesday, February 25 at 2:00 PM GMT+1. A few things to keep in mind: This is an in-person event, so plan your travel and arrival time accordingly The workshop is geared toward people with a genuine interest in photovoltaics, digitalization, and related collaboration The afternoon timing makes it accessible as a focused midweek professional gathering Since networking is part of the value, it is worth arriving ready to introduce yourself and discuss your current work or interests If you are looking for a focused, relevant event in Vienna that brings together solar and digital thinking in a practical community setting, this workshop is a strong reason to show up in person.
Who should attend
This will be a strong fit if you want thoughtful, in-person discussion at the intersection of solar energy and digital innovation, and you value meeting others who are working through similar questions. - You work in **photovoltaics** and want to better understand how digital tools, data, and system intelligence are shaping the field. - You are involved in **energy research, applied innovation, or technical development** and want a closer view of current thinking around PV and digitalization. - You build, study, or support **digital systems, analytics, monitoring, or optimization** and want to connect that work to real photovoltaic applications. - You are looking for a **networking-driven professional gathering** where conversation and peer exchange matter as much as formal content. - You care about **cross-disciplinary collaboration** and want to hear how people from different parts of the ecosystem are approaching shared challenges. - You are based in or near **Vienna** or plan to be there, and you prefer an in-person format where discussions can be more direct, practical, and useful. If you want an event that feels relevant to your work, gives you room to exchange ideas, and helps you stay close to important developments in photovoltaics, this workshop is for you.