Powering Critical Infrastructure for a Clean Energy Transition in the Heart of Nürnberg.

intelec2026 brings together leading experts from industry and academia to discuss advances in power systems, energy storage, DC systems, data centers, and sustainable telecom infrastructure.
Don’t miss the chance to participate in this unique event either by submitting a paper or join in as an exhibitor or sponsor.  There is limited exhibition space, to secure exhibition space use exhibition@intelec2026.org.

Dates
20th - 23th of September 2026, 
Location
Nürnberg, Germany
Format
On-site conference

This is a preliminary website for INTELEC 2026 in Nürnberg. Content will be updated as details are confirmed.

About

intelec 2026 · Nürnberg

intelec is the premier international forum for the science and application of power systems for communications and ICT. In 2026, the conference will focus on resilient, efficient and sustainable energy solutions for modern communication networks, data centers and critical infrastructure.

Scope of the Conference

The conference program will include peer-reviewed technical papers, industry presentations, tutorials, and panel discussions covering state-of-the-art and future directions in communications and ICT energy systems. Researchers, product developers, practitioners, utilities, equipment vendors and operators are all invited to contribute.

Telecom power systems Energy storage DC & AC systems Data centers Renewables & grids e-Mobility interfaces

Key Topics

Power Conversion & Distribution
Rectifiers, inverters, HVDC distribution, modular power systems.
Energy Storage & Batteries
Battery systems, lifecycle, safety, hybrid storage solutions.
5G/6G & Edge Infrastructure
Power for small cells, edge sites, and distributed architectures.
Data Centers & Cloud
High-density power, cooling, efficiency, and reliability.
Green Energy, e-Mobility
PV integration, microgrids, carbon reduction, smart grids, EV charging
Resilient Infrastructure & Safety
Codes, regulations, cybersecurity, AI support for power system recovery
Timeline

Important Dates & Call for Papers

The exact schedule will be aligned with the overall IEEE INTELEC timeline. The preliminary dates below serve as a guideline and may be updated.

Call for Papers
28th of February 2026
An abstract of minimum 400 words along with a paper proposal digest of maximum two pages to
Paper Submission Deadline
April 2026 (tentative)
Full paper submission via the official INTELEC submission portal.
Notification of Acceptance
June 2026 (tentative)
Authors will receive reviews and acceptance decisions.
Final Manuscript Due
July 2026 (planned)
Camera-ready papers for IEEE Xplore proceedings.
Early Registration
Summer 2026
Reduced early-bird registration rates available.
Conference
September 2026
3–4 day technical program in Nürnberg, Germany.
Submission information: Detailed information about the submission process, templates, and portal links will be provided here as soon as they are available from the official IEEE INTELEC committee.
Venue

Welcome to Nürnberg

Nürnberg combines a historic city center with a strong engineering and technology ecosystem in the heart of Bavaria, making it an ideal host for INTELEC 2026.

Conference Venue
Meistersingerhalle Nürnberg.
  • Easy access via Nürnberg Airport (NUE)
  • High-speed rail connections within Germany
  • Public transport links within the city

Nürnberg offers a rich cultural and technical environment:

  • Historic old town and Imperial Castle
  • Strong industrial and power electronics community
  • Central European location with excellent connectivity

Information on recommended hotels, transportation, and local guidance for attendees will be provided closer to the event date. Details to follow

City & Technology

Impressions

A glimpse of Nürnberg’s atmosphere and the technical backdrop for telecommunications energy – from historic streets to modern data centers.

Evening view of a historic European city
Historic European cityscape
Representative of Nürnberg’s old town.
Server racks in a datacenter
Meistersinger-Halle
Conference location
High voltage power lines
Meistersinger-Halle
Conference loaction
Organization

Local Organizing Committee

The local organizing committee in Nürnberg will work in close coordination with the global IEEE INTELEC steering committee. Names and affiliations will be announced as they are confirmed.

  • General Chair – Prof. Dr.-Ing. Norbert Grass
  • Technical Program Chair – Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ralph Kennel
  • Industry Chair – TBD
  • Tutorials Chair – TBD
  • Workshops Chair – TBD
  • Publications Chair – TBD
  • Local Arrangements – TBD
  • Exhibition & Sponsorship – TBD