29th Solar Colloquium 2026

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

The 29th DLR Solar Colloquium, taking place in Cologne-Porz this year, will focus on solar thermal energy in the temperature range of 100 to 1,000 °C.

Solar heat 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 event will be held in presence and in German.

The regular price is 150,- Euro, students pay 50,- Euro