Entries for the Energy Storage Awards 2026 close soon, and with it, the last chance to take the stage alongside the industry’s finest, and Special Guest Speaker, Ben Fogle.
The global industry’s first and best dedicated awards night for the energy storage sector returns for its fourth year. The window opened in March, and entrants have just one week left to complete their online submissions by 4 September 2026.
Entering the Energy Storage Awards 2026 is free of charge (no pun intended!). Please submit your entries via the official website, where you can also book your tickets for the glittering ceremony, taking place on 19 November 2026 at the Hilton London Metropole.
From the site, you can also download our Event Experience Guide, with full details of the night itself. Meanwhile, read on for more information and help.
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This year, the number of categories has been expanded to reflect the increasingly diverse array of disciplines, talents and technologies that comprise the world of energy storage.
Dare we say it, but this also increases the chances of coming home with a coveted Energy Storage Award or Highly Commended prize for the next-highest-ranked nominees. See the full run-through of categories and awards here.
Note that we said “complete”—we’ve noticed a few uncompleted entries, and it would be sad for any deserving companies, teams or individuals to miss out for this reason.
Helpful hints and guidance
In a recent LinkedIn post, awards judge and renowned “energy storage aficionado” Marek Kubik offered hints to the three key things most likely to let an entry down:
These were:
- Lack of evidence beyond unsubstantiated claims such as “significant cost savings” or “industry-leading performance,”
“Give me the US$/kWh, the round-trip efficiency, the availability etc. then prove it. After dozens of entries, data and supporting evidence is what I remember, not marketing copy,” Kubik wrote.
- Lack of baseline comparisons that illuminate the context in which the entry is meant to stand out. For instance, Kubik wrote that in Texas, a 400MWh project is “unremarkable” in scale, while in an emerging market, the same-sized project would be a game-changer. Kubik advised entrants to “draw comparisons.”
- Lack of story or narrative. While every project and technology milestone sounds impressive on the surface, a strong and memorable entry explains the problem solved and offers honesty “about the ups and downs.”
You can read the thoughts of three other independent judges from our panel of 19 experts in this recent article.
There’s also more help on the event website’s Support page, including Top Tips, an entry guide, an explanation of the rules and eligibility, and FAQs. But we must stress one final time, be quick!
Introducing Special Guest Speaker Ben Fogle
We’re also delighted that UK television personality, presenter, journalist and adventurer Ben Fogle will join us for the Energy Storage Awards 2026.
One of the UK’s best-known broadcasters and adventurers, Ben has spent more than two decades exploring some of the world’s most extraordinary places.
From rowing across the Atlantic and racing to the South Pole to crossing the Empty Quarter and summiting Mount Everest, his experiences have given him a unique perspective on resilience, adaptability, and pushing beyond the expected.
As Special Guest Speaker, he will bring a combination of thrilling stories and life insights to the Hilton London Metropole, as we bring the energy storage industry together for an unforgettable evening of recognition, networking and celebration.
So, don’t forget to enter now! Tickets and table packages are now available. We encourage early booking to avoid disappointment.
