Balkan Solar Summit 2026, to be held on February 26 and 27 in Banja Luka, comes at a time when the region’s energy sector is under greater pressure than ever before. Issues of storage, grids, regulatory frameworks, and financing are no longer long-term topics — today they directly determine project value, company competitiveness, and the pace of the energy transition.
The Summit program focuses on what is currently slowing down or accelerating the development of the renewable energy market in the region. Particular emphasis is placed on energy aggregation and storage as key mechanisms for system stability and the integration of renewables, as well as on market flexibility, which is becoming the new currency of the energy sector.
One of the central segments addresses how ESG and sustainability are shifting from a regulatory obligation into a concrete business opportunity. Through practical examples, panelists will discuss how companies can measure sustainability, where real value is created, and how it translates into a competitive advantage. The growth in electricity consumption driven by data centers and e-mobility raises new questions around grid planning and investment priorities.
“Balkan Solar Summit is important because, in the era of the green transition, no one wins alone — we must talk, connect, and develop business. This is where investors, the profession, and policymakers meet, and where decisions are made from which new green megawatts are born.
Elnos Group stands behind undertakings that have already changed the energy map of the region and Europe, and our participation in green energy projects has long since exceeded two gigawatts. We always strive for new breakthroughs, which is why we naturally support events like this. For everyone who wants a faster and more efficient transition of the region, this summit is a reliable starting point for partnerships and concrete next steps,” emphasized Branko Torbica, Vice President of Elnos Group, sponsor of this year’s Balkan Solar Summit.
Special attention is also given to the topics of CBAM and ETS, which are becoming a tangible cost and reputational risk for exporters in the region. Instead of general interpretations, the panels provide a clear overview of obligations, deadlines, and the steps companies must take to remain competitive on the European market.
One of the most sensitive topics — grid connection — is addressed through a discussion on flexible contracts and new models that can accelerate project delivery and reduce congestion. The focus is on solutions that are already in use or ready for implementation.
The final part of the program is dedicated to financing the green transition, offering an overview of new models, PPA structures, investor criteria, and the role of banks and funds in turning projects into bankable investments.
Balkan Solar Summit 2026 is a reliable meeting place for investors, major market players, and experts in the green transition. Will you be joining us as well?
Accreditations are available on the official Summit website: www.solarsummit.ba.