The 14th Edition of Utility Solar Show India 2023, orchestrated by SolarQuarter at the prestigious Radisson Blu Plaza, New Delhi, concluded on December 12, 2023, signifying a pivotal juncture in advancing the trajectory of India’s solar sector. The event served as a crucial nexus for industry leaders, professionals, and decision-makers, fostering insightful discussions, cultivating new alliances, and delving into sustainable growth strategies for the Utility and Large-Scale Solar Sector.
The conference witnessed a remarkable assembly, boasting over 150 senior decision-makers representing project developers, solar EPC companies, equipment manufacturers, service/technology providers, and esteemed consulting firms. The indelible contributions of Advisory Board Members, Prakash Morankar (COO, Engie Solar), and Anil Vishwakarma (Section Head Solar Detailed Engineering, New Energy Reliance Industries Ltd), were instrumental in shaping the event’s agenda and guiding discussions.
Key Discussion Points:
The deliberations at the conference encompassed an extensive range of topics critical to the evolution of the solar industry in India. Among these, a comprehensive review of the current state of utility-scale solar in the country provided a nuanced understanding of progress toward achieving the 2030 solar and renewable energy targets.
A pivotal focal point of discussion was the National Solar Mission’s audacious goal to install 280 GW of grid-connected solar power plants by 2030. The impact of government schemes and initiatives, such as the Solar Park Scheme and VGF Schemes, aimed at promoting solar power generation, also featured prominently in the discourse.
Distinguished industry leaders including Dr. Yogesh Kumar Singh, Goutam Samanta, Rajneesh Sharma, Vinay Pabba, Pradeep Chauhan, Ashish Agarwal, Manish Narula and others shared profound insights into the challenges and opportunities inherent in the sector. In particular, discussions were enriched by a thorough examination of key policy measures, including the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO), inter-state transmission, tariff-based competitive bidding, and the infrastructure status for solar projects.
Event Partners:
The success of the Utility Solar Show India 2023 was made possible through the unwavering support of industry leaders and partners such as LONGi Solar, Jinko Solar, Growatt, Solar-LIT, TBEA, and FIMER, to name a few. These partnerships played a pivotal role in orchestrating an event of such magnitude, underscoring the collective commitment to driving sustainable solar development in India.
In reflecting on the event, Alka Chauhan, Manager-Marketing from LONGi Solar remarked, “The Utility Solar Show India 2023 has emerged as a vital forum for meaningful discussions and collaborations, reinforcing our commitment to sustainable solar development in India.”
Dhruv Sahni, Head of Marketing – South & Central Asia, Jinko Solar expressed pride in their association, stating, “The Utility Solar show keeps getting bigger and better each year. We have always been proud partners. This year we had some quite interesting sessions on how the whole PV landscape is changing rapidly with new-age technologies and active participation from all stakeholders.”
The Utility Solar Show India 2023 not only facilitated the exchange of knowledge but also served as a catalyst for forging partnerships that will contribute significantly to the ongoing growth of India’s solar industry. As the nation strides resolutely toward its renewable energy goals, events of this nature play an instrumental role in shaping the future of solar energy in India.
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