The OFF-GRID Expo + Conference trade fair in Augsburg

The future of energy independence and resilient infrastructure

The OFF-GRID Expo + Conference is Germany's leading trade fair and conference platform for self-sufficient energy supply, resilient system solutions, and sustainable grid equipment. Innovative companies, research institutions, public authorities, engineers, utilities, grid operators, and decision-makers from industry and the public sector gather in Augsburg to discuss the technological, legal, and economic transformation toward energy independence. Whether in rural areas, urban neighborhoods, or critical infrastructure, the central question is: How can energy, water, waste, and communication systems be designed to function even in the event of power outages, extreme weather, or political crises? OFF-GRID Expo offers answers, practical examples, and strategic networks for these challenges.

Resilient energy supply – not just self-sufficient, but smart

The trade fair focuses on systems that function without central grid integration – or operate independently in the event of grid problems. Exhibitors present solutions such as solar-powered stand-alone systems, wind power hybrid solutions, fuel cells, biogas couplings, and mobile emergency power systems. Modular concepts that can be combined with energy storage, hydrogen technology, microgrids, or intelligent energy management are particularly in demand—also with a view to sustainable energy availability in crisis or rural contexts. These technical solutions are complemented by monitoring systems, sensor technology, control technology, IoT connectivity, and digital platforms for operation via apps or web interfaces. This means that reliability is not only considered in terms of hardware, but also supported by software.

Conference – knowledge transfer at expert level

The OFF-GRID Conference will take place parallel to the exhibition – a high-quality curated program of lectures and workshops. The sessions range from keynote speeches on decentralized energy policy to use cases in Germany, India, and sub-Saharan Africa. Topics such as legal frameworks, grid monitoring, project financing, regulatory innovations, and social added value will be discussed in a practical manner. A special focus will be placed on critical infrastructure, such as in healthcare, government agencies, and supply and security networks. The conference will show how pilot systems are already being used in hospitals, government agencies, and data centers to ensure security of supply even in the event of power outages.

Areas of application: From crisis areas to digital nomads

The trade fair is aimed at various target groups:

• Local authorities and public services: Self-sufficient energy supply for fire stations, schools, waterworks.
• Industry and commerce: Backup systems, electric mobility charging infrastructure, data center security.
• Humanitarian missions & development cooperation: Mobile energy systems for crisis areas, field hospitals, drinking water treatment.
• Lifestyle & impulse groups: Tiny houses, off-grid housing projects, remote workplaces, climate protection initiatives.
• Agriculture & forestry: Energy independence for farms, irrigation systems, protection against damage caused by wildlife.
• Network technology & research: Expertise in implementing smart grids, expanding digital network models.

Focus on innovation – start-ups, pilot projects, and scalability

The OFF-GRID Innovators Hub presents young companies and projects with disruptive technologies: mobile power solutions, drone charging stations, smart grid add-ons, blockchain-based microgrid billing, and novel storage materials. A networking format brings start-ups together with investors, operators, and makers – ideal for pilot ideas with practical relevance.

Digitizing complexity – automation, control, scaling

Keynotes and presentations demonstrate how digital tools and automation enable intelligent, self-sufficient systems. Topics such as predictive maintenance, AI-supported load optimization, digital twins, and cloud data integration create synergies between technology and scalability. 

Focus on energy and sustainability strategy

The energy transition requires technical, structural, and social responses. OFF-GRID Expo highlights ways to integrate renewable energy forms, CO₂-neutral infrastructures, and the circular economy. Sustainability is not just green—it must work locally and be accepted. That is why product shows, project examples, and strategy discussions are closely interlinked at the trade fair.

Practical exchange – networking, live demos, workshops

In addition to the exhibition and conference, there will be live demos for the operation of self-sufficient systems in mini and large-scale plants. A workshop area invites visitors to get involved – energy workshops, DIY modules, swarm charging experiments. Business matchmaking, networking evenings, and guided tours offer opportunities for direct exchange with multiple partners.

Augsburg as a partner for resilient change

For the first time in 2025 in Augsburg – the city with a long-standing trade fair tradition and a leading ecological culture will gain a new anchor in the context of sustainable infrastructure with the OFF-GRID Expo. The trade fair will leverage Augsburg's infrastructural strengths – its central location, quick access, proximity to universities, and the innovation network of southern Germany – and link them to future-oriented topics such as energy independence, urban resilience, and regional supply systems. Anyone interested in other events in Augsburg – such as those related to health, technology, urban development, or education – will find a comprehensive overview of the regional portfolio at the Augsburg Trade Fair.

OFF-GRID Expo + Conference – Shaping resilience, securing processes, sharing knowledge

The OFF-GRID Expo in Augsburg offers pure forward thinking: climate-neutral design, digitally supported self-sufficiency, and practical solutions for crisis preparedness make it the ideal platform – both for large-scale infrastructure projects and lifestyle innovations. It is a meeting place, a laboratory of ideas, and a compass for a world in which reliability and sustainability go hand in hand. Further information can be found on the organizer's website: www.off-grid-expo.com