2026 International Conference on Power Electronics and Power Conversion (ICPEPC 2026) Successfully Concluded in Harbin

From January 16 to 18, 2026, the 2026 International Conference on Power Electronics and Power Conversion (ICPEPC 2026) was successfully held and concluded in the icy city of Harbin. The conference was organized under the guidance of the Heilongjiang Provincial Instrumentation Society, hosted by Harbin Huade University, and undertaken by the School of Intelligent Manufacturing Engineering of Harbin Huade University. It was jointly supported by multiple institutions including Northeast Petroleum University, the Smart Energy Storage Research Institute of Inner Mongolia University of Technology, İNÖNÜ UNIVERSITY, and Siemens Ltd., China. Focusing on cutting-edge topics in "power electronics technology, energy conversion systems, and power supply technology," the conference provided a high-level platform for academic and industrial exchange and collaboration worldwide.

【Opening Ceremony】

Prof. Li Changwei, President of Harbin Huade University and Conference Chair, delivered the opening address. He extended a warm welcome to experts, scholars, and industry colleagues from around the world, and highlighted Harbin Huade University’s distinctive characteristics—"985 heritage, cradle of engineers, and employment among Fortune 500 companies"—along with its recent achievements. He emphasized that the conference aligns with the global trends of energy transition and intelligent manufacturing, resonates with Harbin’s industrial heritage and innovation DNA, and is expected to foster innovation and promote industry-university-research cooperation. Following the address, all guests took a group photo, capturing a memorable moment of academic gathering.

【Keynote Reports】

The conference invited four distinguished experts to share their latest research findings and deep insights in power electronics and power conversion:

Prof. Shunli  Wang  (Academic Dean of the School of Electric Power, Inner Mongolia University of Technology; IET Fellow)

Prof.  Zhixin  Wang (Vice Chairman of Shanghai Society for Hydropower Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University)

Prof.  Jianjun  Xu  (Associate Dean of the School of Electrical and Information Engineering, Northeast Petroleum University)

Associate Prof.  Xiong  Liu  (IEEE Senior Member, Jinan University)

【Young Scholar Session】

During the oral presentation sessions, young scholars from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Quanzhou Institute of Equipment Manufacturing, Shandong University, Northeast Electric Power University, Harbin Huade University, and other institutions took the stage one after another. They presented their latest research progress on topics including dual three-phase permanent magnet synchronous generator control, building solar radiation potential prediction, high-precision position estimation, SVG electromagnetic transient simulation, and energy storage station trading decisions. Their presentations demonstrated the vitality and innovative thinking of the new generation of researchers and sparked lively discussions throughout the audience.

【Campus Tour】

In addition to the core academic presentations, the conference arranged a tour of the Campus Cultural Center and the Intelligent Manufacturing Practice Teaching Center, allowing participants to experience first-hand the teaching, research, and training environment of Harbin Huade University. From the cutting-edge insights of keynote speeches to the innovative explorations of young scholars, and from academic discussions to on-site visits, the multi-dimensional exchange format offered a rich experience for all attendees.

【Successful Conclusion】

After the completion of all academic programs, the chair officially announced the closing of the 2026 International Conference on Power Electronics and Power Conversion (ICPEPC 2026). The successful convening of the conference has deepened global academic exchange and collaboration in the field of power electronics, injecting new impetus into technological breakthroughs for energy transition and carbon neutrality goals.

We look forward to reuniting at the next conference to explore new frontiers in power electronics and power conversion together!