The main topics of the Symposium are: 1. Lightning physics and characteristics; 2. Lightning measurements; 3. Lightning electromagnetic fields; 4. Lightning detection and location systems; 5. Lightning nowcasting and warning systems; 6. Modeling of power system components for lightning studies; 7. Measurement, simulation, and analysis of lightning transients; 8. Lightning protection of power transmission systems; 9. Lightning protection of power distribution systems; 10. Lightning protection of power plants and substations; 11. Lightning protection of renewable energy systems; 12. Lightning protection of structures and installations; 13. Lightning protection of electronics, communication, and railway systems; 14. Surge protective devices; 15. Grounding for lightning protection; 16. Lightning protection testing and standardization; 17. Lightning-caused accidents and injuries; 18. Real-time lightning protection.