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Follow on Google News |  Encouraging Signs For Intersolar India 2014: New Indian Government Backs Solar EnergyIntersolar India and accompanying Intersolar India Conference take place under one roof for the first time
By: iData Insights For India, the replacement of the Indian National Congress (INC), the party that had governed the country for decades, marks a deep-rooted change. The prime minister now at the helm of the country, Narendra Modi from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), is the first man to hold this office in 30 years who is not dependent on the support of other parties. As a result, it will be much easier for his government to vote in and implement its plans, which also gives cause for optimism in the solar camp. Under his leadership as Chief Minister of Gujarat, Modi not only completely reformed the state’s energy supply system, he also promoted renewable sources of energy, and solar power in particular. 2009 saw the birth of the first solar energy incentive program introduced by an Indian federal state. Gujarat’s installed photovoltaic capacity now totals around 1 gigawatt (GW) – more than a third of the cumulative PV capacity installed in India. In its election manifesto, the BJP promised to expand the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM), the national incentive program. To date, 400 million people in India still have no access to electricity. The primary aim is therefore to have at least one solar-powered light in every house by 2019. Technologies and trends in India’s solar energy supply The fact that the new Indian government is giving so much precedence to solar energy is hardly surprising, as solar irradiation in the country amounts to between four and seven kilowatt hours (kWh) per square meter per day. With around 300 days of sunshine each year, India therefore has ideal conditions for overcoming its energy deficit with the aid of solar power in the future. Since many regions currently have no working power grid, off-grid solar installations (or ‘microgrids’) Conference and exhibition under one roof for the first time This year, the exhibition conference are taking place for the first time under one roof at the Bombay Convention Centre (BEC). This will allow for easier, more in-depth exchange between exhibition and conference attendees. Featuring 100 international speakers, this year’s conference is also focusing largely on the positive prospects for the Indian solar market. A session on the first conference day is devoted to the national PV market and the individual federal states. By way of contrast, a further session on the same day focuses on international markets in Europe, the MENA region and Asia. Another series of presentations additionally highlights current developments and applications in the solar thermal market. A set of presentations on the second day of the conference addresses the latest situation and market outlook for off-grid installations in India. As well as market developments, the conference agenda also highlights practical knowledge of technologies and applications. Several sessions deal with the development, financing, safety and operation of large-scale PV power plants, as well as with training specialist staff. In addition, further presentations focus on industrial and commercial roofs, solar/diesel hybrid systems and the topic of energy storage. Parallel networking events give attendees the opportunity to develop business relations and forge new contacts. About Intersolar With events spanning four continents, Intersolar is the world’s leading exhibition series for the solar industry and its partners. It unites people and companies from around the world with the aim of increasing the share of solar power in our energy supply. Intersolar India is the country’s largest exhibition and conference for the solar industry. It takes place annually at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Mumbai. The event’s exhibition and conference both focus on the areas of photovoltaics, PV production technologies, energy storage and solar thermal technologies. Since being founded, Intersolar has become the most important industry platform for manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, service providers and partners of the solar industry. In 2013, 170 international exhibitors and around 8,000 visitors attended Intersolar India. Some 100 speakers and about 500 attendees discussed current industry topics and shed light on the conditions surrounding technological, market and political developments at the accompanying conference. With more than 20 years of experience, Intersolar has the unique ability to bring together members of the solar industry from across the world’s most influential markets. Intersolar exhibitions and conferences are held in Munich, San Francisco, Mumbai, Beijing and São Paulo. Starting in 2014, these global events will be complemented by the Intersolar Summits, which will take place in emerging and growing markets worldwide. Organizers: The event’s local organizer is MMI India Pvt. Ltd and its international contacts are Solar Promotion International GmbH, Pforzheim and Freiburg Management and Marketing International GmbH (FMMI). Contact In India: Mr. Brijesh Nair, MMI India Pvt. Ltd., Tel.: +91 22 4255 4707, brijesh.nair@ End
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