Dear Colleagues and Friends,

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 18th Annual IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition (ECCE 2026), taking place October 4–8 at the Vancouver Convention Centre in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. On behalf of the organizing committee, I extend our warmest greetings to all researchers, engineers, students, and industry professionals joining us from around the world.

ECCE continues to be the premier international event dedicated to energy conversion technologies, bridging the gap between innovative research and practical applications. This year’s program offers a rich combination of technical presentations, plenary talks, tutorials, and an extensive industry exposition showcasing the latest advancements in power electronics, electric machines, drives, and energy systems.

We are especially proud to host ECCE 2026 in the beautiful and vibrant city of Vancouver, a location that embodies our conference theme of sustainability and innovation. We encourage you to take advantage of the opportunities to exchange ideas, collaborate on emerging challenges, and expand professional networks in this inspiring setting.

I would like to express my sincere appreciation to our organizing committees, sponsors, and volunteers for their tireless efforts in making ECCE 2026 possible. Most importantly, thank you – our participants – for your continued commitment to advancing the field of energy conversion and for being a part of the ECCE community.

We hope you have a productive, rewarding, and enjoyable experience at ECCE 2026.

Sincerely,

Michael Harke

General Chair, IEEE ECCE 2026