Solar Maghreb

Introduction:

The conference will be simultaneously translated in English and French

Solar Maghreb is a high level networking conference that has been developed to bring together key solar experts to address the tremendous potential for generating solar power across the region.  The event will have a particular focus on the domestic markets of Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Libya and Mauritania and the opportunity for electricity export to Europe. 

Regional Round-Up

• The recent announcement of the DESERTEC Industrial Initiative to develop a reliable, sustainable and clean energy supply from the deserts in the Middle East and North Africa highlights the potential of the region
• In Algeria, Energy Minister Dr. Chakib Khelil has introduced a solar thermal plant feed in tariff and signed a series of bilateral agreements aimed at expanding the country’s solar energy production and export capabilities
• In Morocco, Energy Minister Amina Benkhadra has launched a bn scheme to produce 38% of their electricity needs from solar by 2020
• In Libya a newly designated authority, REAOL has been tasked with developing the Libyan sustainable energy strategy
• In Tunisia, international companies are carrying out feasibility studies for large scale CSP plants and the Ministry of Industry has set a target of 500,000sqm of panels installed by 2010

Solar Maghreb will address these developments and examine the key challenges in developing successful domestic solar and export markets. Participants will have a unique opportunity to network with key players in the region and develop profitable partnerships in this nascent market.

This event forms part of the Solar Global Series which is now in its 3rd year and has been attended by over 1500 high caliber delegates to date.

Key reasons to attend:

• Understand the true market potential for solar power in the Maghreb region
• Learn from project development case studies in Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco and more
• Learn from the experiences of successful European projects
• Hear Nur Energie’s blueprint for developing utility scale CSP in Tunisia for export to Europe
• Understand the policy frameworks and support levels in each country
• Identify key investment opportunities
• Participate in a series of interactive panel discussions and help shape this fast moving market
• Benefit from first class networking opportunities with regional market leaders

Industry leading insight from:

Agenda outline:

Day One – 25 May 2010:

Solar Energy for Sustainable Economic Development

08.30 Registration and refreshments

09.00 Chair’s opening remarks

Keynote Session - Building a Solar Energy Future in the Maghreb Region
The keynote session will review how solar markets are developing across the world and explore the potential for market development in the region.

• What is the potential for different forms of solar: BIPV, CST, CPV, PV?
• How will residential, industrial and utility scale solar evolve?
• How can solar energy contribute towards economic development in the region?

10.20  Interactive discussion session with speakers

10.40  Networking refreshment break and exhibition visit

11.20 Policy, Regulation and Government Support

This session will review what governments are currently doing to stimulate the development of solar markets in the region and what they are planning moving forward. 

• Key updates from the region including Libya and Tunisia
• The role of feed in tariffs

12.40 Interactive discussion session with speakers

13.00 Networking lunch break and exhibition visit

14.30 Solar Finance, Investment & Economics

This session will look at the challenges of raising finance for solar project development and will examine the economics surrounding solar power.

• What types of finance are available for solar in North Africa?
• How can developers increase the bankability of their projects?
• What are the true costs of solar power?
• How can the point of grid parity and levelised electricity costs be calculated?

15.30 Interactive discussion session with speakers

15.50 Networking refreshment break and exhibition visit

16.20 Solar & Hydrocarbons

• How can leading regional oil and gas companies harness solar?
• How can hybrid solar and gas power stations be developed?
• Solar & carbon finance
• How can solar use carbon finance to improve the economics?

16.40 Panel Discussion: Solar Business Models and Future Market Development

This panel will examine the factors that must be addressed in order to drive market development.   It will consist of 10 minute presentations followed by an interactive discussion session.

• What are the successful business models for residential, industrial and utility scale projects?
• What recent technological developments will contribute to the development of the region moving forward? 
• What new business models are emerging to drive industry growth?
• How can technology and knowledge transfer help to develop local expertise?
• What local research and development initiatives are in place?

17.50  Chair’s closing remarks

18.00  End of day one and networking drinks reception

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Day Two – 26 May 2010:

Solar Energy Technologies & Innovation

08.30  Refreshments and exhibition visit

09.00  Chair’s opening remarks

Technology & Innovation - CST, Silicon PV, Thin Film PV & CPV

In this session a series of key speakers will provide the latest updates on their rapidly developing technologies and innovation paths. 

• What has been learnt from previous implementations?
• What needs to be applied to the development of the solar market in this region?
• How to match the correct technology with each project - a combination of solutions will apply across the region

10.30 Interactive discussion session with speakers

10.50  Networking refreshment break and exhibition visit

11.30 Large Scale Project Case Studies

This session will showcase a series of practical deployments of large scale projects from early adopters in the region.

• What can be learnt from the experiences of pioneering developers?
• What are the key challenges that developers face in setting up large scale projects?
• What are the key success factors to project development?

12.50 Interactive discussion session with speakers

13.10 Networking lunch break and exhibition visit

14.40 Developing Solar Supply Chains and Domestic Solar Industries

This session will discuss how the building blocks for the development of domestic solar markets can be developed.

• What are the elements to consider when developing solar manufacturing plants?
• What are the prospects for local component supply chains?

15.20  Interactive discussion session with speakers

15.40  Networking refreshment break and exhibition visit

16.10 – 17.10 Panel Discussion: Solar Transmission

This panel will look at the latest developments of connecting solar power to the electricity grid and in transmitting power to Europe.

• What are the latest improvements in transmission efficiency?
• What technological advances have been made in solar transmission?
• What are the latest developments in projects for transmitting solar electricity to Europe?

16.50 Chair’s closing remarks

17.00  Close of conference

Speaking opportunities:

If you are interested in speaking at this event please submit a speaking proposal (presentation title, 4-5 bullet points and brief synopsis) to Rebecca Jackson
Email: rebecca.jackson@greenpowerconferences.com

Sponsorship & exhibition opportunities:

Gold sponsor

www.appliedmaterials.com

Applied Materials, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMAT) is the global leader in Nanomanufacturing Technology solutions with a broad portfolio of innovative equipment, service and software products for the fabrication of semiconductor chips, flat panel displays, solar photovoltaic cells, flexible electronics and energy efficient glass.

Founded in 1967, Applied Materials creates and commercializes the nanomanufacturing technology that helps produce virtually every semiconductor chip and flat panel display in the world. Our service products improve yield enhancement and increase nanomanufacturing productivity. Today, our expertise is also being used in solar photovoltaic (PV) panels that turn abundant sunlight into clean electricity.

Silver sponsor

www.airliquide.com

Air Liquide is the world leader in gases for industry, health and the environment, and is present in over 75 countries with 43,000 employees.

Oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen and rare gases have been at the core of Air Liquide’s activities since its creation in 1902. Using these molecules, Air Liquide continuously reinvents its business, anticipating the needs of current and future markets. The Group innovates to enable progress, to achieve dynamic growth and a consistent performance.

Air Liquide combines many products and technologies to develop valuable applications and services not only for its customers but also for society. Innovative technologies that curb polluting emissions, lower industry’s energy use, recover and reuse natural resources or develop the energies of tomorrow, such as hydrogen, biofuels or photovoltaic energy.

 

www.orbeo.com

Orbeo is the joint-venture between Rhodia and Société Générale that combines industrial, environmental and financial expertise dedicated to greenhouse gas emission reductions. From project to market, orbeo covers the whole carbon value chain. Orbeo is among the leading participants of the CO2 markets, and a recognised developer of greenhouse gas emission reduction projects.

Orbeo benefits from an extensive portfolio of high quality emission reduction projects (among them, solar projects in Africa), and a widened geographic presence (14 implantations worldwide). Combined with its trading and distribution skills, orbeo offers its clients a wide range of innovative and diversified products and services related to CO2.

www.sunrayrenewable.com/

Supporting sponsor

www.oerlikon.com

www.fco.gov.uk

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Sponsor Solar Maghreb and benefit from:

• 1st class lead generation: meet companies actively working in the solar industry
• Enhanced brand profile: pre-event promotional campaign plus extensive on site branding
• Excellent publicity: gain an incredible amount of presence from on site promotion
• A cost effective marketing solution: our development team will be happy to customize a package and develop a cost effective marketing channel to generate new sales leads

Sponsorship options offering varying levels of branding and exposure are available to suit budgets and marketing aims.

Contact William Todd for further details
Tel (Dir): +971 50 5517234 | Fax: +44 207 900 1853
E-mail: william.t@greenpowerconferences.com

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If you would like to partner with us, please contact Ryan Winchester, ryan.winchester@greenpowerconferences.com

Venue:

Hilton Alger Hotel
Pins Maritimes El Mohammadia, Algiers, Algeria 16000
Tel: 213-21-219-696 Fax: 213-21-219-797