Shine On with SolarPower Europe: Recent Episodes
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Shine On is a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe, the European Association for Solar Power. We represent over 200 companies and organisations from the solar value chain, and our aim is to ensure that more energy is generated by solar than any other energy source by 2030. Episodes will feature interviews with experts, industry heavyweights, leading policymakers, and solar pioneers, covering all the latest developments in the solar sector.
In our new podcast series, we talk to Members of the European Parliament about their journey in energy and climate policymaking over the last 4 years, and their journey through the European Green Deal. What is their vision for solar? What role can Parliament play? Why is it important to vote in the European elections?
In this special episode of Shine On Policycast in the lead up to the EU elections 2024, our Deputy CEO Dries Acke visits the European Parliament in Brussels for a sit down chat with MEP Niels Fuglsang. MEP Fuglsang shares his views on how to keep momentum for the green transition in the EU, including how to support a competitive solar industry in Europe, and how to engage citizens in the deployment of renewables.
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In our new podcast series, we talk to Members of the European Parliament about their journey in energy and climate policymaking over the last 4 years, and their journey through the European Green Deal. What is their vision for solar? What role can Parliament play? Why is it important to vote in the European elections?
In this special episode of Shine On Policycast in the lead up to the EU elections 2024, our Deputy CEO Dries Acke visits the European Parliament in Brussels for a sit down chat with MEP Jutta Paulus. During her time in office, MEP Paulus has been a champion for nature and biodiversity, as well as energy efficiency. In this episode, we discuss how the EU can ensure a competitive solar industry, and solar deployment that works in harmony with nature to deliver climate and energy security targets.
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We're back for season 3 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics linked to solar and the EU elections with our team of experts.
In this episode, Bethany sits down with Thomas Garabetian, our R&I manager to discuss the role of research and innovation in the energy transition, and in particular for driving solar development in Europe. In our Solar For Europe Manifesto ahead of the 2024 EU elections, we lay out key steps for the next EU to take to foster solar R&I in Europe.
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In our new podcast series, we talk to Members of European Parliament about their journey in energy and climate policymaking over the last 4 years, and their journey through the European Green Deal. What is their vision for solar ? What role can Parliament play? Why is it important to vote in the European elections?
In this special episode of Shine On Policycast in the lead up to the EU elections 2024, our Policy Director Dries Acke visits the European Parliament in Brussels for a sit down chat with MEP Seán Kelly. During his time in office, Mr Kelly has played an important role in the progression of renewables, working on key files such as the Renewable Energy Directive (RED), and the European Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
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We're back for season 3 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics linked to solar and the EU elections with our team of experts.
In this episode, Bethany welcomes back Lina Dubina, Policy Advisor at SolarPower Europe, to talk about how solar can help improve land efficiency across the EU. In our Solar For Europe Manifesto, highlighting our vision for the next 5 years, we call for new rural and urban renewables strategies at EU level - ensuring solar can be rolled out in harmony with nature!
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In our new podcast series, we talk to Members of European Parliament about their journey in energy and climate policymaking over the last 4 years, and their journey through the European Green Deal. What is their vision for solar? What role can Parliament play? Why is it important to vote in the European elections?
In this special episode of Shine On Policycast in the lead up to the EU elections 2024, our Policy Director Dries Acke visits the European Parliament in Brussels for a sit down chat with MEP Nicolas Casares. Mr Casares has played a key role in progressing renewables during his time in office, working on key files such as the REPowerEU package and the Renewable Energy Directive (RED).
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We're back for season 3 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics linked to solar and the EU elections with our team of experts.
In this episode, Bethany welcomes back Arthur Daemers, Policy Advisor at SolarPower Europe, to talk about the need to focus on electrification and skills in order to provide the right conditions for solar to flourish across the EU. These topics some of the key asks highlighted in our Solar For Europe Manifesto ahead of the 2024 EU elections.
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We're back for season 3 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics linked to solar and the EU elections with our team of experts.
In this first episode of the season, Bethany welcomes back our first ever Policycast guest, Dries Acke, Policy Director at SolarPower Europe, to talk about how we can ensure an environment for solar to thrive in the coming years. We look at EU 2040 climate targets, and dive into the key asks in our Solar For Europe Manifesto.
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Welcome to season 2 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics with our team of experts.
In this special episode, our host Bethany sits down with SolarPower Europe CEO, Walburga Hemetsberger, to shed light on solar highlights of 2023. We have seen another year of record solar growth, and a lot of legislative success. However, some of these bright moments have been overshadowed with challenges we have faced this year. As we look ahead to 2024, the team are committed to addressing these challenges with EU policymakers to ensure solar continues to grow in Europe.
Thanks for listening along to Policycast this year! We will see you back again in 2024 for more insights in the lead up to the EU elections.
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Welcome to season 2 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics with our team of experts.
In this episode, we sit down with Director of Global Affairs at SolarPower Europe and Chair of the Global Solar Council, Máté Heisz, to talk all things COP28! The renewables sector is planning to be more vocal than ever before at this year's COP. Listen to find out all about the global renewables target we are calling for, plus other activities and experiences from past COPs.
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Welcome to season 2 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics with our team of experts.
In this episode, we sit down with Senior Technical Advisor at SolarPower Europe, Catarina Augusto, to talk all things grids-related! We delve into the challenges European grids are seeing, and what we need to do to ensure are grids are ready, and flexible, for solar energy.
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Welcome to season 2 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics with our team of experts.
In this episode, we talk with Policy and Impact Director of the Renewable Hydrogen Coalition, François Paquet, about the role of green hydrogen in decarbonising European economy, the main challenges facing the sector and some of the key solutions to ensure renewable hydrogen meets the ambition set out by the European Commission.
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Welcome to season 2 of Shine On Policycast: the podcast that brings you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in 20 minutes or less! Join your host Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe as she dives into key topics with our team of experts.
In this episode, published during #SolarJobsWeek, we talk with Policy Advisor, Arthur Daemers, about the solar skills challenge in Europe. In our most recent EU Solar Jobs Report 2023, we revealed that 650,000 people were employed in the solar sector in 2022. This number is now set to reach 1 million by as early as 2025.
So what are they key challenges, and how do we address them to ensure a robust, diverse solar workforce to deliver our energy and climate objectives? Listen to find out!
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Welcome to Shine On Policycast, SolarPower Europe's new podcast segment that gives you the run down on EU policy relevant to solar and the energy transition in 10 minutes or less!
In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, sits down with Annie Scanlan, Impact Director at RE-Source, to discuss corporate renewable energy sourcing and how it is helping deliver the green transition. All you need to know about PPAs, Market Design and the upcoming RE-Source event in under 15 minutes.
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Welcome to Shine On Policycast, SolarPower Europe's new podcast segment that gives you the run down on EU policy relevant to solar and the energy transition in 10 minutes or less!
In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, sits down with Jan Osenberg, Policy Advisor at SolarPower Europe, to discuss the concept of energy sharing which could transform citizen solar in Europe. Find out exactly what energy sharing is, how it works, and the future foreseen for energy sharing in the proposed revision to the EU electricity market design.
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In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, sits down with Jonathan Bonadio, Senior Policy Advisor at SolarPower Europe, to discuss the perfect solution that solar offers for decarbonising cities, and how solar and cities can support one another through the energy transition.
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In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, sits down with Lina Dubina, Policy Advisor for Sustainability at SolarPower Europe, to discuss global challenges to nature and agriculture, and how solar offers the perfect solution. Find out more about what Agrisolar is, how it benefits the land and the farmers, and how EU policy can support its uptake.
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In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, sits down with Naomi Chevillard, Head of Regulatory Affairs at SolarPower Europe, to discuss the recent proposal to reform the Electricity Market Design. Hear why we’re happy with the proposal, what it’s missing and what all of this means for solar power in Europe.
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In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, talks with Dries Acke, Policy Director at SolarPower Europe, about the Net Zero Industry Act. The Act was announced in March 2030 as part of the Green deal Industrial Plan, as an attempt to boost European manufacturing of solar. But does it really do what it says on the tin?
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Welcome to ShineOn Policycast, SolarPower Europe's new podcast segment that gives you the run down on EU policy relevant to solar and the energy transition in 10 minutes or less!
In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, talks with Raffaele Rossi, Head of Market Intelligence, about National Energy and Climate Plans. EU Member States will have to submit their updated plans by June 2023 - so what does this mean for solar? Where are EU Member States currently sitting in terms of ambition and what do we expect in the coming months as they review their NECPs for the years ahead?
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Welcome to ShineOn Policycast, SolarPower Europe's new podcast segment that gives you the run down on EU policy relevant to solar and the energy transition in 10 minutes or less!
In this episode, our Head of Press and Policy Communications, Bethany Meban, talks with Jan Osenberg, Policy Advisor for solar on buildings, about European Parliament Committee for Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE)'s recent vote on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), and how this will revolutionise the European solar sector.
Listen now to find out the positions of the different European Union institutions when it comes to solar on buildings, what the next legislative steps are, and what challenges still need to be overcome to ensure Europe becomes a solar powerhouse, creating millions of solar citizens.
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Everybody wants solar – but what happens if you don’t own your own home, or you don’t have your own roof because you live in an apartment building? In a city?
In this episode, we chat with co-founder of German start up We Do Solar, Karolina Attspodina, about their vertical solar solutions or ‘balcony solar’. This innovative concept allows more and more people living in apartments to benefit from their own home-grown solar energy.
As we continue through times of energy and climate crises, the versatility of solar will continue to help us on all fronts. But what hurdles must be overcome?
Climate journalist, Anna Gumbau, and SolarPower Europe Policy Director, Dries Acke, are your hosts for this episode, where we explore the story of a Ukrainian solarpreneur and uncover what balcony solar really is, how it works, and what is in store for the future!
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Karolina Attspodina is a serial entrepreneur with over 12 years of experience in the Tech industry.
She has 10 years of experience in business management and technology sales for SaaS companies. She co-founded the TargetSummit conference, which focuses on mobile app technology. Karolina has worked for a number of global SaaS companies that lead the way in innovation technologies and has been mentoring a number of startups around the globe.
Karolina is helping to build the local tech ecosystem in Germany via her extensive network by enabling corporates and startups to collaborate. She is an active speaker and sales coach, helping founders to set up processes for analytics and sales.
She is passionate about technology and innovation, and mentors local & international startups on digital growth strategies and new market entries.
In September 2021, together with Qian Qin, a serial entrepreneur and ex-Managing Director of BSH Digital Ventures GmbH, she founded a solar tech startup WeDoSolar. Its balcony solar solution enables the users to lower their dependence on grid energy while also reducing CO2 footprint by up to 600kg and saving up to 25% of annual electricity costs.
Karolina is a passionate supporter of sustainable green innovations that help fight climate change and pollution.
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Welcome to ShineOn Policycast, SolarPower Europe's new podcast segment that gives you the run down on EU policy relevant to solar and the energy transition in 10 minutes or less!
In this episode, our Press and Communications Advisor, Bethany Meban, talks with Dries Acke, Policy Director, about the European Commission's recent Communication on the Green Deal Industrial Plan.
Listen now to find out more about what the Green Deal Industrial Plan is, and what it means for solar in Europe; what does the plan still lack and what are the next key dates for your diary?
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We sat down with EU Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson to talk about a year that has changed everything for solar in the EU and how we can go even further, faster.
In a seismic shift for the energy landscape, the European Union added a record-breaking 41.4 GW of solar power in 2022. The new capacity is equivalent to the power needs of 12.4 million European homes, and replaces 102 LNG tankers. Annual EU solar power growth has increased by 47% from 28.1 GW in 2021.
In the face of an unprecedented energy crisis and heightened energy security concerns, EU total solar power capacity grew by a mammoth 25% in just one year – from 167.5 GW to 208.9 GW in 2022.
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Just a few weeks ago, COP27 took place in Sharm El Sheikh. Two weeks of negotiations, exhibitions and demonstrations focused on how to address the looming threat of climate change. But the one question everyone wants the answer to: was it a good COP, or a bad COP?
In this episode, Brussels-based climate journalist Anna Gumbau is joined by our Director of Global Affairs, Máté Heisz, and guest speaker Olasimbo Sojinrin, COO of Solar Sister, to reflect on the most recent UN Climate Change Conferences.
This years COP was labelled 'Africa's COP' and throughout our conversation we will explore: what does that mean for Africa? How is climate change affecting countries across Africa and how can solar energy offer a lifeline to the most vulnerable communities?
In the current times of energy and climate crises, one question on the minds of many is that of jobs. There is a real skills gap in the clean energy sector that must be addressed if we are to achieve our goals of accelerating renewables for energy security and tackling climate change.
In this conversation during our #SolarJobsWeek, we dive into challenges and opportunities for solar jobs in Europe, answering key questions about how we can address the skills gap.
Our hosts Anna Gumbau and Dries Acke talk with young entrepreneur Filip Koprčina, founder of Energy Shift, a blockchain powered platform that enables citizens to jointly invest in and co-own solar farms. Filip has previous work experience from a solar installation company and was a Technical Working Group member in the United Nations’ High Level Dialogue on Energy. He won the EU Sustainable Energy Award in the Young Trailblazer category, awarded by the European Commission, and is a laureate of the Forbes 30 under 30 Europe 2022.
At the end of the episode we also hear from SolarPower Europe's Project and Communications Officer, Sien Van de Wiele, about the #SolarWorks campaign and the new SolarWorks Job Platform and online #SolarWorksFair on 1 December.
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Anna Gumbau, freelance energy and climate journalist based in Brussels
Dries Acke, Policy Director at SolarPower Europe
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In the second season of our Solar Success in Africa series we'll hear more about innovative solar projects bringing clean and reliable energy to communities across Sub-Saharan Africa.
This podcast series is supported by GET.invest, a European programme that mobilises investment in decentralised renewable energy projects, supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria.
In the final episode in this series, I have the pleasure of chatting with Oluwaseun Abraham, Head of Project at Havenhill Synergy. We discuss the state of solar in Nigeria, different strategies to service urban areas and rural communities, and how COVID-19 highlighted the potential of solar to deliver last-mile electricity connections.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact host Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In the second season of our Solar Success in Africa series we'll hear more about innovative solar projects bringing clean and reliable energy to communities across Sub-Saharan Africa.
This podcast series is supported by GET.invest, a European programme that mobilises investment in decentralised renewable energy projects, supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria.
In the third episode in this series, I talk with Servaas Van Den Noortgate, Co-Founder of FlexGrid. We discuss the role of digitalisation and artificial intelligence in solar, Pay-As-You-Go financial models, and facilitating rural electrification in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact host Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In the second season of our Solar Success in Africa series we'll hear more about innovative solar projects bringing clean and reliable energy to communities across Sub-Saharan Africa.
This podcast series is supported by GET.invest, a European programme that mobilises investment in decentralised renewable energy projects, supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria.
In the second episode in this series, we hear from Francine Munyaneza, Founder and CEO of Munyax Eco, a Rwandan solar company. We discuss the challenges and opportunities of founding a renewable energy company in Africa, access to financing, and the future of solar in the region.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact host Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In the second season of our Solar Success in Africa series we'll hear more about innovative solar projects bringing clean and reliable energy to communities across Sub-Saharan Africa.
This podcast series is supported by GET.invest, a European programme that mobilises investment in decentralised renewable energy projects, supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria.
In the first episode in this series, I have the pleasure of talking with Josef Abramowitz, CEO of Gigawatt Global. We discuss the potential for solar in Sub-Saharan Africa, financing and support instruments, and the many inspiring solar projects that Gigawatt Global has in the pipeline.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact host Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our fourth podcast series, Sustainability Champions, we are shining a spotlight on people and companies leading the charge with sustainability efforts.
In this episode I talk with Enel Green Power's Head of Sustainability Ecosystem, Massimo Lombardi, who discusses Ene's sustainability vision, focusing on the circular economy and how to overcome sustainability challenges.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
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Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our fourth podcast series, Sustainability Champions, we are shining a spotlight on people and companies leading the charge with sustainability efforts.
In Episode 3, we talk with Martin Hackl, Global Director Solar Energy at Fronius International, and address a range of topics related to solar and sustainability, including how the sector has changed in the past two decades and Fronius' vision of "24 hours of sun".
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
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Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our fourth podcast series, Sustainability Champions, we are shining a spotlight on people and companies leading the charge with sustainability efforts.
Episode 2 is a conversation with Jochen Hauff, who is Director of Corporate Strategy, Energy Policy and Sustainability at BayWa r.e., and also Vice-President of SolarPower Europe. We discuss BayWa r.e.'s sustainability strategy and how it aligns with the UN SDGs, as well as the role solar plays in achieving climate targets.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our fourth podcast series, Sustainability Champions, we are shining a spotlight on people and companies leading the charge with sustainability efforts.
In this first episode, I talk with Statkraft's VP Public Affairs, European Wind and Solar, Susannah Wood, who shares Statkraft's sustainability vision, dives deep into biodiversity and carbon footprints, and offers some recommendations for living a sustainable life.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact host Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our third podcast series, Solar Success in Africa, we explore a range of inspiring solar projects from across Africa, with entrepreneurs and innovators who have extensive experience with the African solar sector.
In this fifth and final episode in the series, we hear from Matthew Orosz, Founder and CEO of OnePower Africa. We discuss the regulatory and financing framework in Lesotho, vertical integration strategy, and the recent vast changes to the African solar sector.
This series was produced in cooperation with GET.invest, a European programme supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria, which supports investments in decentralised renewable energy projects. It targets private sector business and project developers, financiers, and regulators to build sustainable energy markets.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact host Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our third podcast series, Solar Success in Africa, we explore a range of inspiring solar projects from across Africa, with entrepreneurs and innovators who have extensive experience with the African solar sector.
In this fourth episode, we hear from Marianne Walpert, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Simusolar. We discuss the opportunities and regulatory framework of Tanzania, financing, and the importance of a pay-as-you-go business model.
This series was produced in cooperation with GET.invest, a European programme supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria, which supports investments in decentralised renewable energy projects. It targets private sector business and project developers, financiers, and regulators to build sustainable energy markets.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact host Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our third podcast series, Solar Success in Africa, we explore a range of inspiring solar projects from across Africa, with entrepreneurs and innovators who have extensive experience with the African solar sector.
In this third episode, we hear from Rupesh Hindocha, Founder and Group CEO of Premier Solar Group, who demystifies the experience of working in solar in Africa, talks in detail about the largest rooftop project in the history of Kenya, and offers a vision for the future of the African solar sector.
This series was produced in cooperation with GET.invest, a European programme supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria, which supports investments in decentralised renewable energy projects. It targets private sector business and project developers, financiers, and regulators to build sustainable energy markets.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact host Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our third podcast series, Solar Success in Africa, we explore a range of inspiring solar projects from across Africa, with entrepreneurs and innovators who have extensive experience with the African solar sector.
In this second episode, we hear from Arnoud de Vroomen, CEO and Co-Founder of SolarWorks!, who discusses financing, regulatory challenges, and the importance of promoting gender equality in his company.
This series was produced in cooperation with GET.invest, a European programme supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria, which supports investments in decentralised renewable energy projects. It targets private sector business and project developers, financiers, and regulators to build sustainable energy markets.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact host Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our third podcast series, Solar Success in Africa, we explore a range of inspiring solar projects from across Africa, with entrepreneurs and innovators who have extensive experience with the African solar sector.
In this first episode, we hear from GET.invest's Team Leader Michael Franz, who explains how working in emerging markets shapes the way he and his team support companies operating in Africa, to the benefit of local populations.
This series was produced in cooperation with GET.invest, a European programme supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria, which supports investments in decentralised renewable energy projects. It targets private sector business and project developers, financiers, and regulators to build sustainable energy markets.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact host Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our second podcast series, 100% Renewable Europe, I talk with key figures representing different sectors of the energy transition about what is needed to reach a 100% renewables-based energy system by 2050. In this episode we hear from Luxembourg's Minister for Energy and Spatial Planning, Claude Turmes, who was formerly an MEP with the Greens/EFA group. We discuss Luxembourg's ambitious climate and energy plan, and the future of renewables in the EU.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- To read the report, 100% Renewable Europe, visit: https://www.solarpowereurope.org/new-study-100-renewable-europe
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening, and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our second podcast series, 100% Renewable Europe, I will talk with key figures representing different sectors of the energy transition about what is needed to reach a 100% renewables-based energy system by 2050. In this episode we hear from William Todts, Executive Director of Transport & Environment (T&E) on the topic of decarboising European transport – from the latest innovations in electric vehicles, to renewable synthetic fuels, to necessary EU regulation in support of Green Deal targets.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- To read the report, 100% Renewable Europe, visit: https://www.solarpowereurope.org/new-study-100-renewable-europe
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening, and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our second podcast series, 100% Renewable Europe, I will talk with key figures representing different sectors of the energy transition about what is needed to reach a 100% renewables-based energy system by 2050. In this episode we hear from Francesco Gattiglio, Director EU Affairs & Policy of Eurobat, the Association of European Automotive and Industrial Battery Manufacturers. We discuss the latest in new battery technologies, how the sector has changed over the years, and what the battery sector must do today to prepare for the future surge in demand. Francesco also recommends some books, television series, and reports that help to shed some light on the current energy transition.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- To read the report, 100% Renewable Europe, visit: https://www.solarpowereurope.org/new-study-100-renewable-europe
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening, and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our second podcast series, 100% Renewable Europe, I will talk with key figures representing different sectors of the energy transition about what is needed to reach a 100% renewables-based energy system by 2050. In this episode we hear from Kristian Ruby, Secretary General of Eurelectric, the Union of Europe's Electricity Industry. We discuss what the electricity sector needs to do today to prepare for the huge increase in electrification, as well as the importance of strong sectoral integration. Kristian also recommends some books and authors that help to shed some light on the current energy transition.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- To read the report, 100% Renewable Europe, visit: https://www.solarpowereurope.org/new-study-100-renewable-europe
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening, and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our second podcast series, 100% Renewable Europe, I will talk with key figures representing different sectors of the energy transition about what is needed to reach a 100% renewables-based energy system by 2050. In this episode we hear from Aristotelis Chantavas, President of SolarPower Europe, and Head of Europe for Enel Green Power. He introduces SolarPower Europe's ground-breaking report, discusses the benefits of a 100% renewables-bases system, and explores the policy framework necessary for achieving the goals of the European Green Deal.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- To read the report, 100% Renewable Europe,visit: https://www.solarpowereurope.org/new-study-100-renewable-europe
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Thanks for listening, and until next time: Shine On!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our first podcast series, Solar in the Time of COVID-19, we will talk with a variety of experts to highlight the impact of the virus on the European solar sector and how we can recover from it. In this episode we hear from Pedro Amaral Jorge, CEO of the Portuguese Renewable Energy Association (APREN). He talks about Portugal's record for the lowest solar tender in the EU, their new regulation on self consumption, and the impact of COVID-19 on the Portuguese solar sector.
- For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
- Join the conversation on social media using #ShineOnSolar
- For any questions or comments, contact Lukas Clark-Memler: l.clarkmemler@solarpowereurope.org
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our first podcast series, Solar in the Time of COVID-19, we will talk with a variety of experts to highlight the impact of the virus on the European solar sector and how we can recover from it. In this episode we hear from Jan Krčmář, Chairman of the Board of the Czech Solar Association (Solární Asociace). Mr. Krčmář reports on the state of solar in the Czech Republic, and discusses the importance of self-sufficient and decentralised energy system.
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Please note that this episode was recorded on 20 April 2020, and thus does not reflect the latest changes to the Czech solar sector.
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our first podcast series, Solar in the Time of COVID-19, we will talk with a variety of experts to highlight the impact of the virus on the European solar sector and how we can recover from it. In this episode we hear from Dr. Christian Westermeier, Vice President Sales, Marketing, and Application Engineering at Wacker Chemie AG. Dr. Westermeier discusses Wacker's contribution to fighting the virus in Germany, and what European industries can learn from this situation.
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One of our key priorities at SolarPower Europe is to make sure that the solar industry is established as a strategic value chain, in order to ensure Europe’s security of supply and to maintain industrial leadership. European researchers, developers, and manufacturers are pioneers in solar technology, and an industrial strategy would allow Europe companies to continue to lead the world in solar.
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our first podcast series, Solar in the Time of COVID-19, we will talk with a variety of experts to highlight the impact of the virus on the European solar sector and how we can recover from it. In this episode we hear from Julie Beaufils, Secretary General of EuropeOn, The European Electrical Contractors Association. She shares best practices and guidelines related to rooftop solar, and talks about the next steps to ensure a green economic recovery.
For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
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To find out how solar rooftops can produce massive amounts of clean electricity, and save up to 7 million tonnes of CO2 every year, check out our #Solar4Buildings campaign. Sign the petition today to get solar installed on all new and renovated buildings in the EU!
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our first podcast series, Solar in the Time of COVID-19, we will talk with a variety of experts to highlight the impact of the virus on the European solar sector and how we can recover from it. In this episode we hear from Aurélie Beauvais, Policy Director at SolarPower Europe, about the state of the European solar sector. She also shares some homeworking tips, and discusses the year ahead for SolarPower Europe.
For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www.solarpowereurope.org
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