NETWORKING TIPS: ALL THINGS EVENTS
🤝 Want to Maximise Your Impact at Renewable Energy Events?
In renewables, strong professional networks can lead to big opportunities. Whether you’re attending events in offshore wind, onshore renewables, solar PV, energy storage or the wider clean energy space, knowing how to network effectively is essential.
At LSP Renewables, we’ve created a free Networking Guide packed with practical tips to help you build meaningful relationships and grow your career in the industry.
🔑 What’s Inside:
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How to prepare before attending a renewable energy event, from researching speakers to mapping target companies
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Conversation starters and confidence boosters for in-person meet-ups and virtual webinars
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Tips for building meaningful connections—not just collecting business cards at conferences like WindEnergy Hamburg or Solar Power International
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Follow-up strategies that actually lead to project collaborations, job interviews and mentorships
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Key events and organisations to keep on your radar in offshore wind, solar PV, BESS, grid infrastructure and subsea engineering
Whether you’re new to the sector or a seasoned expert, this guide will help you turn introductions into lasting professional relationships and accelerate your path to net zero careers.
Key Takeaways
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Research speakers and companies beforehand to set clear networking goals.
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Use sector-specific conversation starters to demonstrate expertise in offshore wind, solar and storage.
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Focus on quality over quantity—aim for 3–5 meaningful connections at each event.
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Send personalised follow-ups within 24–48 hours to convert introductions into opportunities.
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Track high-impact events like Global Offshore Wind and RenewableUK summits to expand your network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I prepare for a renewable energy networking event?
A: Research key speakers, map target companies and set 3–5 networking goals before you arrive.
Q: What are effective conversation starters?
A: Ask about recent project challenges, technology trends in BESS or lessons from offshore wind deployments.
Q: How many people should I aim to connect with?
A: Focus on quality—3–5 meaningful conversations per event yields better follow-up success.
Q: When should I send follow-up messages?
A: Within 24–48 hours, include a personal detail from your chat and suggest a next step.
Q: Which renewable energy events are most valuable?
A: Prioritise specialist conferences like WindEnergy Hamburg, Solar Power International and RenewableUK summits for targeted connections.
Find out what industry events LSP will be attending here: https://www.lsprenewables.com/events/