LF Energy Summit Europe 2027
The Linux Foundation
At a glance
- Dates
- September 29–30, 2027 · In 11 months
- Where
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Format
- in-person
- Primary topic
- Open Source · also Linux, Cloud, Software Development
- Tickets
- See the official site
- Call for papers
- No deadline on record — see the official site
- Organizer
- The Linux Foundation
- Official link
- Checked on November 7, 2026
Official link last checked: November 7, 2026 · how we verify
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About
LF Energy Summit Europe 2027 is the Linux Foundation's annual in-person gathering for the open source energy ecosystem, taking place in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, on 29–30 September 2027. The summit serves the community digitalising the power sector: utilities, grid operators, technology vendors, policymakers and researchers who build and run shared open source software for energy systems. Over two days the programme combines LF Energy project updates with technical deep dives and, notably, deployment experience from organizations already running open source in production on real grids. That production focus distinguishes the summit from broader energy conferences — attendees come to see exactly what their peers are running and how it holds up. For participants, the value is a concentrated view of where open source grid software is heading, direct contact with the maintainers behind the projects, and candid conversations about interoperability and regulation that rarely happen across company lines. As Europe's grids absorb renewables and face mounting flexibility demands, this Amsterdam summit has become the continent's reference point for collaborative, open energy infrastructure.
FAQ — LF Energy Summit Europe 2027
When and where does LF Energy Summit Europe 2027 take place?+
LF Energy Summit Europe 2027 takes place September 29–30, 2027 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Is LF Energy Summit Europe 2027 in-person or online?+
LF Energy Summit Europe 2027 is an in-person event.
Who organizes LF Energy Summit Europe 2027?+
LF Energy Summit Europe 2027 is organized by The Linux Foundation.
How do I register for LF Energy Summit Europe 2027?+
Registration and tickets are handled on the official website, events.linuxfoundation.org. conventions.io links only to the organizer's own domain, last checked November 7, 2026.
What topics does LF Energy Summit Europe 2027 cover?+
LF Energy Summit Europe 2027 covers Open Source, Linux, Cloud, Software Development. LF Energy Summit Europe 2027 is the Linux Foundation's annual in-person gathering for the open source energy ecosystem, taking place in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, on 29–30 September 2027.
How many days is LF Energy Summit Europe 2027?+
LF Energy Summit Europe 2027 runs for 2 days, September 29–30, 2027.
Travel questions? See Good to know in the travel guide below.
Planning your trip to Amsterdam
Contains sponsored linksLF Energy Summit Europe convenes in Amsterdam on 29–30 September 2027, gathering the open-source grid and energy-software community as Dutch autumn settles in — 11–17°C, changeable skies, and the canals at their photogenic, post-summer calm. Late September is shoulder season: hotel prices ease off, museum queues shrink, and the city's famous cycling culture is still in full swing before the winter rains.
Getting there & around
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is one of Europe's best-connected hubs; direct trains run from the airport's underground platforms to Amsterdam Centraal every few minutes and take about 15 minutes. Thalys and ICE trains link the city directly with Paris, Brussels and the German Ruhr, so many European attendees skip flying altogether. In town, GVB trams and metros run on contactless bank cards — no ticket machine needed.
Skip the taxi queue — pre-book a fixed-price airport transfer with Welcome Pickups. Exploring beyond the city? compare rental cars on EconomyBookings.
Staying connected
EU attendees roam at home rates; everyone else does well to install a prepaid eSIM before landing, as Schiphol SIM kiosks charge a premium. Set up an eSIM with Airalo before you board and you're online the moment you land.
After the sessions
Rijksmuseum. The Dutch national collection — Rembrandt's Night Watch, Vermeer, and a superb engineering wing — deserves a full morning. Late September weekday slots are easy to book; go at opening to have the Gallery of Honour almost to yourself. Tickets on Tiqets →
Canal ring by evening boat. A one-hour canal cruise after the closing sessions shows the UNESCO-listed ring at its best, with the bridges lit and autumn mist on the water. Smaller open-or-covered boats from the Jordaan side beat the big glass barges for atmosphere. Tickets on Tiqets →
NEMO Science Museum rooftop. The green copper hull rising near Centraal station houses five floors of hands-on science; its free rooftop square gives one of the city's best panoramas. A natural quick stop for an energy-systems crowd — allow 90 minutes.
Cycling the Amstel river. Rent a bike and follow the Amstel south past windmills and rowing clubs to the village of Ouderkerk — flat, signposted, and about two hours round trip. September is prime cycling weather; locals consider it the only correct way to see the city.
Good to know
Should I rent a bike or use transit?
Both work. Trams and metros accept contactless cards directly; bikes are everywhere and cheap to rent, but ride assertively and park only in racks — fines are real.
What should I pack for late September?
A waterproof layer and a sweater. Days hover around 16°C with sudden showers; umbrellas struggle against canal-side wind, so a rain jacket serves better.
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