PublicJune 18, 2026, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

29th Solar Colloquium 2026

Solar heat from 100 to 1,000 °C Technologies, Use Cases, Prospects

Solar heat ranging from 100 to 1,000 °C offers a wide range of applications – from the building sector and local and district heating networks to industrial process heat and high-temperature systems. The event brings together experts from industry and research to explore these application areas.

In addition to current research contributions, leading specialists from industry will present practical solutions, operational experience, and prospects for large-scale implementation.

The event provides a concise overview of technologies, system integration, and future application fields for solar heat, and facilitates professional exchange with experts from both industry and research.

The day before, from 1 pm, the launch event for the BMWE’s new ‘Solar Thermal Energy’ research network at the DLR site in Cologne-Porz offers an opportunity to learn about the technology’s potential and to engage in a strategic discussion with experts from research and industry on current research and development needs.

The registration link will be available on this page in April 2026. The event will be held in German.

Registration fee

Regular participant

Student

150,00 €

50,00 €

Location

German Aerospace Center (DLR)

DLR Casino (Building 53)
Linder Höhe
51147 Cologne
Germany

Route to DLR Casino, Building 53
Route from the main entrance to the event building DLR Casino, Building 53.

Contact

Kristin Hofer

Communication Officer
German Aerospace Center (DLR)
Institute of Solar Research
Linder Höhe, 51147 Köln-Porz
Germany
Tel: +49 2203 601-1904