The Eilat-Eilot Sustainable Energy Conference 2026, which began today, is being held for the 11th year in Eilat and the Eilot region. The conference serves as the central discussion forum for Israel’s energy sector. The conference brings together decision-makers, senior government and regulatory officials, local authority heads, industry leaders, investors, and researchers to shape the future of Israel’s energy sector.

Yossi Dayan, Director General of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure: “I stood here two years ago, when I took office, and there was a demand to close down the Chief Scientist’s office in the Ministry of Energy. I committed that on my watch, this would not happen – and it did not happen, and it will not happen. On the contrary, we have increased the budgets for the Chief Scientist and support budgets, and in the past year, we supported 19 startup companies and established AI innovation centers. In parallel, 2025 was the first year in which electricity production from renewable energies surpassed electricity production from coal and fuel oil in Israel. renewable energy is no longer just an environmental goal – it is an economic engine and the backbone of energy security, which proved itself during the heatwaves and emergencies of the past year. The goal of 20% renewable energy by 2026 is already on the horizon, and we are working to accelerate dual-use and agri-voltaic facilities.”

The Eilat-Eilot Sustainable Energy Conference 2026 includes dozens of professional sessions, a technology exhibition, B2B meetings, and tours focusing on advanced energy solutions being implemented in the Eilat-Eilot region – Israel’s pioneering area in renewable energy.

For the full list of speakers and the conference program. 

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