Agrivoltaics: a sustainable solution combining RES and agriculture

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Written by Aggeliki Marinou, environmental specialist at Wattcrop

The main threat facing our planet is the impact of climate change. There is a need to redefine the way that we find, use and conserve energy and natural resources, as they are key to slowing down climate change and can lead our planet to more sustainable development. A massive shift to clean energy systems and a greater use of renewable energy sources is strongly recommended. 

In recent years there has been a rapid growth and demand for photovoltaic projects. Photovoltaic technology due to its smart structure, cost reduction, long lifetime and improved efficiency plays an important role in the transition to a low-carbon society. However, land-based PV farms are competing with the food production sector in terms of land coverage. Innovative solutions have already been implemented to implement photovoltaic systems while reducing land use. Photovoltaic systems on buildings that make use of existing building surfaces, floating photovoltaic systems use the existing water surface and agricultural systems use agricultural land are some examples. 

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Oι προϋποθέσεις για μια ομαλή ανάπτυξη των ΑΠΕ και τις αποθήκευσης- Roundtable

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Conference: Renewable & Storage Forum

Organiser: Energypress

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The conditions for a smooth development of renewables and storage- Roundtable

As Managing Partner of Wattcrop (hhtps://www.wattcrop.com) I participated as a penlist at a Round Table discussing with some industry experts about the conditions for a smooth development of renewables and storage.

Panel Moderator: Kostas Deligiannis, journalist

Panel Experts:

1.Ypatios Moysiadis, Managing Partner, Wattcrop

2. Dimitris Tsalemis, General Manager of Energy of the Greek Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources

3. Dimitris Vranis, Head of the Department of Network Users, DEDDIE 

4. Evi Samonaki, Manager of DAPEEP 

5. Dimitris Varlamis, Sales Director of JinkoSolar in Southeast Europe and Vice President of SEF 

6. Zisimos Mantas – Head of Project Development and Licensing MORE 

7. Youla Tsiknakou, Director of Hydroelectric Projects, TERNA ENERGY

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O&M in a Crowded Market – Analysing Key Solar PV O&M Issues with experts from across the value chain

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Conference: LARGE SCALE SOLAR EU CONFERENCE 2022 | MAR 22 | LISBON

Organisers: SOLAR MEDIA – https://lss.solarenergyevents.com/

As Managing Partner of Wattcrop (hhtps://www.wattcrop.com) I had the pleasure to moderate a panel of four experts from companies representing all aspecs of Solar PV O&M services. The discussion focused on four key issues:

A) Price pressure to the service providers

B) Increase of service demands both on Scope and digital tools

C) People and Systems

D) Lack of proper OPEX forecasting

 

Panel Moderator: Ypatios Moysiadis, Managing Partner Wattcrop

Panel Experts:

1. Christian Schede, Head of Operations, Encavis

2. Jose Pascoal, Global Head of Technical Operations, WiseEnergy

3. Timo Moeller, Vice President and Managing Director, EMEA and APAC, NovaSource Power Services

4. Thomas Pettersen, VP Operations Management , Prediktor

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An Update on the Greek Renewable Energy Landscape – Insights and the views from market experts

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Conference: SOLAR FINANCE & INVESTMENT EUROPE 2022 | MAR 22 | LONDON

Organisers: SOLAR MEDIA – https://financeeurope.solarenergyeven…

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An Update on the Greek Renewable Energy Landscape – Insights and the views from market experts

As Managing Partner of Wattcrop (hhtps://www.wattcrop.com) I participated as a penlist on the update for the Greek Renewables Market. The panel provided insights and valuable opinions on the environment and the markat conditions within th Greece.

Panel Moderator: Virginia Murray, Head of the Greek Projects & Structured Finance Group, Watson, Farley & Williams Panel Experts:

1.Ypatios Moysiadis, Managing Partner, Wattcrop

2. Josh Matthews, Head of Origination and Execution EMEA, Cubico

3. George Gkiaouris, Regional Head, Energy SEE, EBRD

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Greek Renewable Energy Market – Project Developers Roundtable

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Conference: THE SOLAR FUTURE GREECE CONFERENCE 2021 | NOV 21 | ATHENS

Organisers: SOLARPLAZA – https://www.solarplaza.com/

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Greek Renewable Energy Market – Project Developers Roundtable

As Managing Partner of Wattcrop (hhtps://www.wattcrop.com), I participated as a penlist to the Developer’s Round Table discussing the difficulting, challenges and opportunities for developers within the Greek renewable energy market with emphasis on Solar PV utility scale projects Panel Moderator: Dr Sotiris Kapelos – Chief Operating Officer, ELPE Renewables. Panel Experts: 1. Christian Spies, Director Business Development Smartenergy 2. Ypatios Moysiadis, Managing Partner Wattcrop 3. Takis Sarris, Managing Director, Juwi Hellas

Excuse the quality as the video was recorded on a mobile phone.

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Inside Cleantech – S2:E6 – Education & Value Creation in Solar PV – Interview | Steve Williams -CSS

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Cleantech Geek – Inside Cleantech Series – Series 2 : Episode 6 | Education & Value Creation in Solar PV – Interview | Steve Williams -CSS

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At this series we discuss with experts, senior executives and influencers from the Cleantech and Renewable Energy Industry as well as from the Entrepreneurship and Investment World. Find out about their opinions on the future of Green Entech and Cleantech, get their insights on opportunities & risks, discover the secrets of successful businesses & ventures, learn from their successes and failures.

On this interview, I am discussing with Mr Steve Williams, Founder of Clean Solar Solutions. Steve, is sharing with us his thoughts on the value of educating clients and creating value instead of competing in price. We also discuss about best practises and the mistakes that we keep on making as Soal PV industry when we develop new projects and creating forecast models. CSS, is an established Solar PV specialist service provider, the first to adopt robotic cleaning of solar PV systems in the UK. Filmed in Solar & Storage live Expo in Birmingham UK we also discuss about the current state of the solar pv service industry and what the future holds for CSS and Steve.

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Inside Cleantech – S2:E5 – An institutional Investor’s Perspective | Eric Bjonerud – Macquarie GIG

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Renewable Energy Investments – An institutional Investor’s Perspective | Eric Bjonerud – Macquarie GIG

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Cleantech Geek – Inside Cleantech Series – Series 2 : Episode 5

At this series we discuss with experts, senior executives and influencers from the Cleantech and Renewable Energy Industry as well as from the Entrepreneurship and Investment World. Find out about their opinions on the future of Green Entech and Cleantech, get their insights on opportunities & risks, discover the secrets of successful businesses & ventures, learn from their successes and failures.

On this interview, I am discussing with Mr Eric Bjonerud, Managing Director of Macquarie’s Green Investment Group. Macquarie’s GIG is an established global player on renewable energy investments. Eric, is sharing with us his thoughts on:

-Why institutional investors are now willing to take development risk.

-What are the current bottlenecks on accelerating investments in Renewables.

-What are the important key criteria when they invest in new markets and development platforms.

We also discuss about PPAs, the current energy crisis and the challenges in procurement and logistics.

Filmed in Macquarie’s Office Tower in London during the COP26 conference in Glasgow, Eric and I touch upon a controversial matter in the industry of CAPEX vs OPEX and share personal expectations from COP26 climate change conference.

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Inside Cleantech – S2:E4 – Evolution of Battery Storage – Interview | Jorg Heinemann – EverVenue

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Evolution of Battery Storage – Interview | Jorg Heinemann – EverVenue

Cleantech Geek – Inside Cleantech Series – Series 2 : Episode 4 – At this series we discuss with experts, senior executives and influencers from the Cleantech and Renewable Energy Industry as well as from the Entrepreneurship and Investment World. Find out about their opinions on the future of Green Entech and Cleantech, get their insights on opportunities & risks, discover the secrets of successful businesses & ventures, learn from their successes and failures.

On this interview, I am discussing with Mr Jorg Heinemann, CEO of EnerVenue. Jorg, is sharing with us his insighs on Battery Storage and the develpments both from market and technologies perspective. EnerVenue, is a Unicorn Startup based in the USA, developing cutting edge energy storage techology for Utility Scale Applications. Filmed over a video call on Teams Jorg and I, are discussing about EnerVenue’s journey the current state of the renewable and energy storage industries, developemtns in the battery storage and the challenges we face towards a decarbonised energy generating market environment.

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How Electric Scooters are Cleaning the Transportation Sector

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How Electric Scooters are Cleaning the Transportation Sector

Written by Hubert Pablo – Mearth, Guest Contributor at Cleantech Geek

In just a few years, electric scooters have become the fastest-growing micro-mobility option worldwide. However, the industry has also become one of the most controversial because of its legality and environmental effects. Moreover, some people say it is just an overhyped trend.

However, in just a short period, electric scooters have made their design and features more sustainable, and manufacturers and brands are taking steps to reduce their overall impact on cities and the environment. E-scooter developers have also become more active in engaging with legislators to legalise electric scooters and make them safer for riders.

As the industry continues to improve, micro-mobility solutions like electric scooters will offer more pros than cons for increasingly congested and polluted cities. In this article, we discuss the legal, social, and environmental benefits of electric scooters.

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