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Quantum computers promise to solve problems classical machines can't — but what's the energy cost of getting there? The Centre for Quantum and Society and the Quantum Energy Initiative, are bringing the community together in Delft to tackle quantum computing's own energy footprint head-on.

The goal: get real data on the table, share best practices, and make sure the people who'll actually run this hardware, like HPC centers, have a seat at the table from day one.

Why you should be in the room:

Academics — The field is short on hard metrics. Help define what "good data" even looks like, from thermodynamics to economics.

Industry vendors — Shape the IEEE standard while it's still being written. Early input protects your market access and puts you face-to-face with end-users.

HPC centers — Integration decisions and vendor roadmaps are coming. Get your requirements on record before they're locked in.

Policymakers — See where the data is solid, where the gaps are, and where smart policy can actually move the needle.

Caring about quantum technology’s energy footprint

Photonics, nanotechnology and quantum technology are moving from the laboratory into application. What that shift means for research, for education and for the companies involved is the subject of the FONQT Symposium on Thursday 8 October 2026. This year Fontys University of Applied Sciences hosts the event, in Eindhoven.
The symposium brings together researchers, lecturers, students and industry partners from the five universities of applied sciences in the FONQT platform and from the companies and institutes they work with.
The programme includes:

Keynote by Prof. Dr Esther Alarcon Llado, head of the 3D Solar Cells Group at Amolf, on research challenges for physics in the Netherlands
Keynote by Robert van Veldhoven, NXP, on collaboration with universities of applied sciences
A poster session with lunch, showing work from students of the participating research groups
Parallel sessions on the Eindhoven Talent and Learning Centre, on student teams in education, on the Einstein Telescope project and on the SFEER project
A tour of the Fontys laboratories
A plenary panel on how Talent and Learning Centres shorten the route from research results to learning experiences

Who is it for?
Professionals working in industry, public institutions and knowledge organisations. Among them researchers and lecturers in physics, electrical engineering, materials science and nanotechnology, engineers working on optical systems, semiconductors, quantum computing and nanotechnology, master’s students and PhD candidates, companies and start-ups in high tech, and policymakers working on innovation.

Practical information:
Date: Thursday 8 October 2026
Time: 10:00 to 17:30, including drinks and networking
Venue: Fontys Nexus, fourth floor, Eindhoven
Language: English
Attendance: free of charge, registration required
Please register before: 5 October 2026

FONQT Symposium at Fontys

World Quantum Cannes Festival

Hosted in Eindhoven, PIC Summit Europe is the leading event for the integrated photonics industry, bringing together global leaders across technology, business, and application.

Since its launch, the summit has grown into a key meeting point for the industry- connecting designers, foundries, integrators, OEMs, investors, researchers, and end-users.

Each edition reflects the rapid evolution of photonic integrated circuits and their increasing role in real-world applications.

PIC Summit Europe 2026

As the only conference and exhibition in the Netherlands covering the entire photonics value chain, the DutchPhotonicsEvent brings together industry leaders, researchers, innovators, startups, end users, and policymakers under one roof.
 
📅 16–17 September 2026
📍 1931 Congress Centre, Brabanthallen – 's-Hertogenbosch

DutchPhotonicsEvent

Amsterdam

QDNL Amsterdam Networking event: The Next Computational Toolkit: Quantum Computing for Chemistry, Pharma and Material Science | World AI Week 2026

Tuesday 6th October (3:00 - 6:00 pm) 

Venue: Meet Berlage - Amsterdam Center, Oudebrugsteeg 9, 1012 JN, Amsterdam

Discover Quantum Computing: Learn why quantum computing is relevant in your field, no prior knowledge needed. 

Showcasing the state-of-the-art: Be up to date about the latest innovations and affairs, brought by renowned experts. 

Collaborative Networking: Strong focus on making friends and starting innovation projects, with abundant time for networking and drinks.

The Next Computational Toolkit: Quantum Computing for Chemistry, Pharma and Material Science

Last year’s Delft Quantum Showcase was a great success, and this year, QuTech and QDNL Delft are building on it.

The 2026 edition will take place on 27 October and will again bring together the entire academic and business quantum community in Delft in one space during the afternoon expo. Expect even more parties than last year, as the quantum community in Delft has grown to an impressive 1,100+ professionals.

A new addition to this year’s Showcase is a morning symposium running from 10:00 to 12:30. It will cover four main topics: quantum & AI, quantum applications, quantum & Dual Use, and ecosystems. The expo will take place in the afternoon, between 13:30 and 17:30, and will be rounded off with drinks.

Delft Quantum Showcase 2026

Bringing together 1,100+ attendees, 140+ speakers, 50+ conference sessions and 50+ exhibitors & sponsors, EQTC 2026 offers an exceptional opportunity to showcase your technologies, products and services to the organisations and people driving Europe's quantum future.

Learn more about exhibition opportunities: https://www.eqtc2026.eu/sponsors-and-exhibitors

EQTC 2026

AQMCSE 2026, the second international conference dedicated to applied quantum methods in computational science and engineering, will take place from 14–17 September 2026 in Delft, The Netherlands.

AQMCSE bridges the gap between the quantum industry and academia, fostering deep exchange on real-world quantum applications in computational science and engineering. From fluid dynamics and structural analysis, to optimisation, materials science, machine learning, and cryptography – the topics explored here aim to unlock quantum’s potential in hybrid, scalable ways.

AQMCSE 2026

Innovation for Health is the leading conference in the Netherlands, bringing together key stakeholders from across the Life Sciences & Health ecosystem to accelerate innovation and improve patient outcomes.

From groundbreaking innovations to impactful collaborations, the conference offers a dynamic platform to explore the latest trends, showcase cutting-edge developments, and connect with the thriving Life Sciences & Health ecosystem - and the people driving it forward.

The next edition of Innovation for Health will take place on 11 March 2027 in the Beatrix Building at Jaarbeurs Utrecht, back-to-back with Global Investor Forum on 10 March 2027.

Innovation for Health 2027

Brainport Quantum Day brings together quantum technology companies, high-tech manufacturers, investors, researchers and ecosystem partners to explore what is needed to industrialise quantum technology.
For this fifth edition, Brainport Development and Eindhoven University of Technology are proud to partner with Prodrive Technologies. Throughout the day, leading companies will share practical examples of how quantum hardware is developed, engineered, manufactured and brought closer to market.

Date: Monday, 2 November 2026
Time: 10:00 – 17:30
Location: Prodrive Technologies, Eindhoven

How do we move quantum technology from research to products?

Brainport Quantum Day 2026

Now Us

Benelux quantum communication infrastructure (QCI) event

CES Unveiled Milan

QCI Days

Q2B Copenhagen

The third edition of the Technical Quantum Sensing Event will take place on 14 October at De Doelen, Rotterdam, from 09:30 to 16:30.

The one-day event brings together the quantum sensing ecosystem, including researchers, companies, and government representatives, for a day full of insight, connection and inspiration.
 
The programme offers a mix of perspectives:

- A presentation from the European Commission on the broader vision and strategy for quantum sensing in Europe

- An industry perspective on the real-world deployment of quantum sensors, presented by one of the companies active in our ecosystem

- The latest results from leading labs, alongside a look at ambitious, forward-looking projects shaping the future of the field
 
Throughout the day, there will be plenty of room to connect. Posters and booths will feature researchers, companies, and other organisations sharing their work in the field. The day will close with a networking borrel.
 
Registration is free, but space is limited! Register below.

Quantum Sensing Tech Event

Save the date: 18 - 21 May 2027

Quantum Meets 2027

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