As the drive toward net zero accelerates, solar and storage have moved from “nice to have” to essential parts of modern installation. The Solar & Storage Theatre at InstallerSHOW 2026 brings clarity, confidence and cutting-edge insight to this pivoting sector.

This theatre is your destination for practical techniques, system design principles and real-world integration strategies - all delivered live by industry experts and technical specialists.

If you’re installing, specifying, selling or designing solar and storage solutions, this stage is built for you.

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12:00
  1. 60 mins
    Join Sam Donaghy, Head of Technical Advice and Practice and Daniel Yeates, Energy Efficiency Scheme manager at the NICEIC for a look at Electrical Energy Storage Systems. As the nation grapples with soaring energy prices and the race to reach net-zero, consumers are looking for ways to utilise energy more efficiently. Electrical Energy Storage Systems have a pivotal role to play, and correct design and installation is vital. This session looks at everything you need to know about this technology.
13:00
  1. 60 mins
    Join industry experts for a discussion on the opportunities in the solar PV and battery storage markets, exploring how the technologies can work together. The panel will unpack market trends, available'grants'and funding, and why certification is crucial in driving quality across the industry. This session will provide insights for installers and manufacturers into how they can make the most of a growing sector.'
14:00
  1. 60 mins
    Join us for a live edition of the popular Renewables Podcast, by Mark Allison and Sam Featherstone. The pod focusses on everything you ever wanted to know about renewables, solar power, heat'pumps'and battery storage. From off grid living, residential roofs and commercial systems. Mark and Sam will be joined by some of their favourite guests to tackle the hottest industry topics.'
14:00
  1. 60 mins
    Experts from MCS will lead this discussion on the latest developments in the battery storage sector - from certification to products - that are supporting a growing industry. The panel will look at how the industry is collaborating to drive innovation and raise standards, and what this means for installers and manufacturers.