18 Sep 2024
Paris
18 Sep 2024
Paris
Wednesday 18 September 2024
Program
Session 1
In the coming decade, Agri-PV projects are forecasted to make the jump from megawatt to gigawatt scale globally. Having experienced a far evolution from its beginnings as an innovative idea, the Agri-PV industry now faces its greatest challenge yet: scaling. Join us for this invigorating opening keynote, where one of Europe's and the world's leading companies in the field of innovative renewable energies - RWE - reflect on the industry's progress and highlight the opportunities ahead.
Fabian Neu
RWE
A comprehensive regulatory overview on the country and European level. In 15 minutes, gain insight into the challenges and opportunities presented by existing and upcoming Agri-PV policies.
Emilien Simonot
Lightsource bp
Considering the current policies and regulations, this roundtable takes an optimistic perspective. Learn from multiple stakeholders - developers, investors, farmers on how sustainable Agri-PV growth can be co-created to support farmers in climate adaptation.
Emilien Simonot
Lightsource bp
Ronald Knoche
REM Tec
Nicolas Leonetti
KPMG
David Lecoufle
Ecolieu Lacampagne
Aymeric Olibet
BNP Paribas Fortis
Morning Networking Break
Last year, 85% Of attendees said they made a valuable business connection during the conference. As you plan your attendance this year, remember to leverage Solarplaza networking app to ensure that you make the connections you want to make.
Session 2
This roundtable discussion reflects on, and evaluates, the progress and efforts carried out by participating partiers to build trust and create a dialogue with policy makers; support the harmonisation of national frameworks.
Even Kvelland
Glint Solar
Theresa Kärtner
Deutscher Bauernverband E.V.
Rolando Roberto
ITALIA SOLARE
Jiří Bím
Czech Solar Association (Solární Asociace)
Peter Karam
BNZ
Carla Mendonça Tavares
GALP
180 hectares - translating to 200 football pitches is the size to keep in mind during this exclusive case study presentation. Join JA Solar as they share insights, challenges and key learnings behind building Europe's largest Agri-PV project in Burgenland, Austria.
Petra Zelenická
JA Solar
What does it mean to do Agri-PV, practically? The farmers/growers perspective is a crucial piece of the Agri-PV puzzle. This roundtable takes place on the farm level, understanding the key challenges and innovations needed before scaling up. What does it take for a farmer to engage in agri-PV, and why would they choose to do so? Who do they choose to partner with, and for what purpose and vision? With what technologies?
Constantin Klyk
Agri-PV Consulting
Angela Heinssen
Kanzlei an der Lühe
Antanas Karbauskas
European Commission
Jean-Michel Durand
Andrés Franco
Isigenere - Isifloating
Networking Lunch: Farmers Market
Experience the heart of Agri-PV by connecting directly with the farmers and growers who make it possible. During our lunch exhibition, you'll have the unique opportunity to engage with Agri-PV farmers, explore their produce, and hear firsthand about their experiences and insights. This interactive farmer's market is designed to foster meaningful connections between businesses and the agricultural community, allowing you to see, touch, and taste the tangible results of Agri-PV innovation.
Session 3
A practical show&tell presentation on how Agri-PV works on the farm level. See real life examples of the machines, and agrivoltaic practises behind all Next2Sun projects. Gain insights into the everyday challenges, lessons learned and best practises honed from nearly a decade of experience.
Sascha Krause-Tünker
Next2sun
A future-forward panel that is based on a thought-provoking question intended to tease forth a friendly debate: “If we place ourselves 10 years further into the future of the Agri-PV industry, what is the main technology that can deliver in scale?"
Miguel Herrero
PVcase
Fabian Neu
RWE
Alice Lefort
BayWa r.e.
Lars Wissmann
Zimmermann PV-Steel Group
Netanel Hansel
Solargik
O&M has the most value when it is incorporated into the earliest design phase. Learn, through a presentation and workshop from leading O&M players, how looking ahead can save you money, now.
Noam Schwartz
SolarEdge
Jean-Marc Nieznanski
EnRgy
Afternoon Networking Break
No missed connections at our conference! Use our networking app to ensure you don't miss a beat and connect with anyone attending as the day of insight draws to a close.
Session 4
Having grown into the largest agri-PV market of Europe, France, and its journey from innovation tenders to establishing clear regulatory frameworks in 2023, offer invaluable lessons.
Quentin Hans
Fédération Française des Producteurs Agrivoltaiques (FFPA)
Exploring the untapped value of AgriPV, through different perspectives and experiences
Emilien Simonot
Lightsource bp
Audrey Juillac
Fédération Française des Producteurs Agrivoltaiques (FFPA)
Luiggino Torrigiani
Insolight
Adriaan Harthoorn
Energy Farming
Aline Hallwood Thompson
Fruits Rouges & Co
James MacDonald
ENGIE
Dee Yon Chng
Solarplaza
Boules & BBQ: Rooftop Networking Joint Dinner & Drinks
Find at the end of the conference day, a vibrant networking dinner overlooking the beautiful rooftops of Paris. Each year, this joint dinner brings together the community of attendees from both our innovation-focused solar events: Agri-PV and Floating PV summits for one Networking Joint Dinner. Benefit from the knowledge and inspiration that your solar colleagues from the floating arena gained throughout the day and learn about the similarities and potential synergies between these two novel PV applications. Don't miss out on this opportunity to maximize your experience and expand your professional network in an informal way and capture the last rays of summer at our themed Boules & BBQ rooftop networking dinner.
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Sabine Dhevaraj
Project Coordinator
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