INSTALLERS UNIVERSITY
Johannesburg, 25 - 27 March 2025
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Mar 259:30
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PRESENTATION Next-Generation solar panels: enhanced efficiency and durability in converting sunlight to electricity
Keynotes
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 259:50
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PANEL From sunlight to savings: a comprehensive analysis to the economic and environmental impact of solar power in Africa
Keynotes
Dina Anjaraniaina, Director: Energy Emergence, Ministry of Energy and Hydrocarbons Madagascar
Prathaban Moodley, General Manager: Applied Energy R&D and Innovation, SANEDI (South African National Energy Development Institute)
Peter Acheampong, Deputy Director Renewable, Bui Power Authority
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2511:00
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PANEL Enhancing cross-border integration: how is Africa preparing for energy collaboration and electricity trade?
Strategy & Big Picture
Melissa Sikwila, Chief Vice President: Project Development & Finance, Genesis Energy
Abigail (Mahlangu) Khuluse, Programme Manager: Economic Inclusion, NBI (National Business Initiative)
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2511:00
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PANEL Maximizing efficiency: exploring the latest advances in solar technology
Solar, Battery & Storage
Lawrence Pratt, Principal Researcher and Solar PV Lab Manager, CSIR
Phumudzo Mandiwana, General Manager, ACCIONA
Moderator: Thobile Nyawo Thobile Nyawo, Chief Executive Officer, Isamabane Energy
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2511:30
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PRESENTATION Advance solar PV back contact technology
Installers University
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Mar 2511:40
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PRESENTATION Solar pay, carbon slay: unlock the green cashflow
Strategy & Big Picture
Shaun G. Slabber, Co-Founder, Crunch Carbon
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2512:00
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PANEL How does energy security influence foreign direct investment (FDI) in Africa?
Strategy & Big Picture
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2512:00
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PANEL The Solar boom: revolutionizing energy with cutting-edge technology
Solar, Battery & Storage
Sula Ntsaluba, Managing Director, Grenex Pty Ltd
Phumudzo Mandiwana, General Manager, ACCIONA
David Lupepe, CEO, Nebia Energy
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2512:30
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PRESENTATION Understanding amps, volts, watts, and efficiency in the perspective of solar installations
Installers University
Neels Grobbelaar, KA Manager, CHINT GLOBAL
Installer University
Mar 2513:00
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PANEL Beyond the grid: the evolution and impact of advanced battery storage
Solar, Battery & Storage
Renesh Thakoordeen, Energy Storage Testbed Supervisor, CSIR
Santosh Sookgrim, Senior Technical Advisor, South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA)
Maria Michael, Senior Consultant: Energy and Sustainability Services, Grenex Pty Ltd
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2513:00
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PANEL Powering tomorrow: how modern battery storage is transforming energy solutions
Strategy & Big Picture
Renesh Thakoordeen, Energy Storage Testbed Supervisor, CSIR
Caroleen Naidoo, Chief Planning Engineer, Eskom Transmission
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2513:00
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PRESENTATION Solar PV installers, demand less than supply ?
Installers University
Gideon Potgieter, CEO, Resolution Circle (Pty) Ltd
Installer University
Mar 2513:00
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ROUNDTABLE
Roundtables
ROUNDTABLE 1 Addressing grid modernization without compromising the affordability and accessibility of renewable energy
Thabisile Charlotte Kubheka, Director Stakeholder Engagement, Smartgrid SA
ROUNDTABLE 2 Political instability and corruption impede long-term energy planning Discussion Point: Collaborating to mitigate political instability in energy planning
Thabisile Charlotte Kubheka, Director Stakeholder Engagement, Smartgrid SA
ROUNDTABLE 3 Developing more efficient transmission networks in Africa to reduce energy loss and ensure equitable distribution
Thabisile Charlotte Kubheka, Director Stakeholder Engagement, Smartgrid SA
Mar 2513:30
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PRESENTATION Getting your solar PV system legally compliant and according to standard
Installers University
Installer University
Mar 2514:00
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PRESENTATION Opportunities for entrepreneurs/small businesses and young people in the renewable energy sector/green economy
Installers University
Installer University
Mar 2514:20
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PANEL From vision to reality: scaling up solar energy deployment
Solar, Battery & Storage
Silindile Pepi Zungu, Country Director, Genesis Energy Group
Dr Emmanuel Jengwa, Energy Advisor, Futuristicworx
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2514:20
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PANEL How political and economic instability affects energy policy implementation and investment
Strategy & Big Picture
Babatunde Osadare, Chief Legal and Regulatory Officer, Ikeja Electric
Happy Khambule, Director: Environment and Energy, Business Unity South Africa (BUSA)
Mohamed Sadiq Sheikh, International Relation Director & CEO Skills Training Centre BTI, Beco Power
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2514:30
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PRESENTATION Costs and benefits of small grid-tied PV systems in SA with reference to AC microinverters
Installers University
Installer University
Mar 2515:00
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PRESENTATION Just Energy Transition (JET) in the municipal landscape
Solar, Battery & Storage
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2515:00
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PRESENTATION South Africa’s evolving electricity market: the policy perspective
Strategy & Big Picture
Mvumikazi Vimbani, Electricity Policy Developer, Department of Mineral Resources & Energy
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2515:20
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PANEL How can policymakers balance the need for regulation with the desire to foster innovation in energy storage technology?
Strategy & Big Picture
Babatunde Osadare, Chief Legal and Regulatory Officer, Ikeja Electric
Khalid Salmi, Expert – Sustainable Energy Management, RCREEE
Moderator: Maria Michael, Senior Consultant: Energy and Sustainability Services, Grenex Pty Ltd
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2515:20
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PANEL What role do advancements in solar technology play in accelerating the transition to green energy?
Solar, Battery & Storage
Werdi Mohammed, Eastern Region Director, Ethiopian Electric Power
Salama Abdelhady, Head of Department of Renewable Energy, Aswan Iniversity, Aswan University
Moderator: Sindisiwe Shozi, Acting Project Executive, eThekwini Municipality
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2516:00
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PANEL Energy storage unleashed: maximizing potential with BESS technology in improving energy management
Strategy & Big Picture
Lawrence Pratt, Principal Researcher and Solar PV Lab Manager, CSIR
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2516:00
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PANEL Grid stability and reliability: how BESS can help balance supply and demand and enhance grid reliability
Solar, Battery & Storage
Tshepo Tshivhasa, Head of Grid Engineering, EDF Renewables
Onyinye Anene-Nzelu, Head Mini Grid, Engie Energy Access
Future Energy Stage
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Mar 269:30
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KEYNOTE FIRESIDE CHAT The energy transition: how far can municipalities really go?
Keynotes
Lomile Modiselle, Engineering Consultant Sseg, City of Tshwane
Moderator: Tokologo Phetla, Chief Executive Officer, Commodore Industries
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 269:50
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PANEL Balancing energy security: leveraging oil and gas alongside renewables for a sustainable future
Keynotes
Yolanda De Lange, Managing Director, Institute of Energy Professionals Africa
Mohamed Sadiq Sheikh, International Relation Director & CEO Skills Training Centre BTI, Beco Power
Joseph Adetuberu, Manager Commercial Operations, Heirs Energies
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2610:30
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PRESENTATION The potential of Power-to-X technologies in driving the South African energy transition
Keynotes
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2610:50
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PANEL Balancing traditional and renewable energy sources: how to integrate fossil fuels with renewables effectively
Energy Leaders Circle
Santosh Sookgrim, Senior Technical Advisor, South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA)
Mohamed Sadiq Sheikh, International Relation Director & CEO Skills Training Centre BTI, Beco Power
Jacques De Villiers, CEO, VivaSol Africa
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2610:50
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PANEL What are the latest developments in materials used for PV cells?
Solar, Battery & Storage
Lawrence Pratt, Principal Researcher and Solar PV Lab Manager, CSIR
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2611:30
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PANEL Landlord vs Tenants responsibilities: exploring how to involve and motivate tenant in tracking energy consumption
Commercial & Industrial End Users
Leemisa Neo Tsolo, Retail Asset Manager, Attacq
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2611:50
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PANEL How can the principles of the circular economy be integrated into solar procurement to promote recycling and reduce waste?
Solar, Battery & Storage
Khethani Ramulongo, Operations Manager, Heineken
Colette Yende, Procurement Executive, Gibela Rail Transportation
Moderator: Phuti Moloto, Mineralogist: Masters in Sustainability Management, Johannesburg Business School
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2612:10
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PRESENTATION Sustainable energy by design: building a future that lasts
Commercial & Industrial End Users
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2612:30
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PRESENTATION Lighting and DC microgrids
Commercial & Industrial End Users
Henk Rotman, Chairman Gauteng, IESSA
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2612:50
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FIRESIDE CHAT Hydrogen in Africa: Unlocking a Sustainable Future Through Clean Energy and Economic Growth
Energy Leaders Circle
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2613:00
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ROUNDTABLES
Roundtables
ROUNDTABLE 1 The argument for maintaining natural gas as part of Africa's energy mix
Babalwa Mni, Chief Executive Officer, UTANDO
ROUNDTABLE 2 Balancing rapid industrialization with the need to reduce carbon emissions
Babalwa Mni, Chief Executive Officer, UTANDO
ROUNDTABLE 3 Structuring PPPs to ensure equitable benefits from energy projects
Babalwa Mni, Chief Executive Officer, UTANDO
Mar 2614:00
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PANEL A closer look to the state of natural gas infrastructure in Africa: pipelines, storage facilities, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals?
Energy Leaders Circle
Gcobisa Melaman, Senior Clean Coal Research Specialist, SANEDI (South African National Energy Development Institute)
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2614:00
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PANEL How do utilities and municipalities perceive and respond to the concept of energy wheeling?
Solar, Battery & Storage
Riccardo Ridolfi, Chief Executive Officer, Equatorial Power
Sindisiwe Shozi, Acting Project Executive, eThekwini Municipality
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2614:30
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PRESENTATION Solar O&M: Innovations and Best Practices
Installers University
Installer University
Mar 2614:40
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PRESENTATION Green accounting & its impact on business sustainability
Commercial & Industrial End Users
Moses Obasesin, Head, Internal Audit / Tutor, Anchor University Lagos
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2614:40
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PRESENTATION Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: Lessons from South Africa’s Energy Infrastructure Projects
Energy Leaders Circle
Kalnisha Singh, Development Economist - Executive Director, Women Energy Connect NPC
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2615:00
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PANEL Unlocking long-term value and sustainability impacts: incentives for integrating renewable energy in property development
Energy Leaders Circle
Methembeni Moyo, Senior Lawyer - Construction and Africa Mining, NSDV Inc.
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2615:00
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PANEL What are the financial benefits of integrating renewable energy sources into property developments?
Commercial & Industrial End Users
Matthew Whalley, Managing Director: Balwin Green Living, Balwin Properties
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2615:40
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PANEL Building Management Systems (BMS): how BMS can optimize energy use through real-time monitoring and control of building systems.
Commercial & Industrial End Users
Henk Rotman, Chairman Gauteng, IESSA
Dr Emmanuel Jengwa, Energy Advisor, Futuristicworx
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2615:40
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PANEL Preparing for Africa’s Gas to power projects: what are its opportunities and plans for use
Energy Leaders Circle
Chafik Akachouche, Senior Electric Power Systems Expert, Electricity and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG)
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2616:00
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PANEL Revolutionizing energy: integrated strategies for clean fossil and innovative product development
Energy Leaders Circle
Gcobisa Melaman, Senior Clean Coal Research Specialist, SANEDI (South African National Energy Development Institute)
Caroleen Naidoo, Chief Planning Engineer, Eskom Transmission
Keynote & Solar Stage
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Mar 2710:00
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PANEL SAPP and EAPP transmission integration: what does the road map look like? Is it sustainable?
Keynotes
Kasweka Konga, Business Development and New Ventures Associate, Africa GreenCo
Maodo Sene, Rural Electrification and Distribution Project Manager, Senelec
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2710:40
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INTERVIEW Global sustainability regulations from developed economies influence on African economies: challenges and opportunities for local companies
Keynotes
Interviewee: Abel Sakhau, Chief Sustainability Officer, Sanlam
Interviewer: Riccardo Ridolfi, Chief Executive Officer, Equatorial Power
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2711:00
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PANEL A closer look to the diversity of financial landscapes: what are the best practices for financing large-scale energy projects in Africa?
Strategy & Big Picture
Moderator: Babatunde Osadare, Chief Legal and Regulatory Officer, Ikeja Electric
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2711:00
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PANEL Power cuts impact on Africa’s water system: how do backup power systems support water services during outages
Power Delivery
Lindy Mthembu, Engineer, eThekwini
Dr Koketso Rakhudu, Traditional Leadership, Royal Bafokeng Nation
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2711:30
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PRESENTATION The recovery and recycling of solar panels
Installers University
Installer University
Mar 2712:00
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PANEL How can African countries ensure that energy development is sustainable and environmentally friendly?
Power Delivery
Joseph Adetuberu, Manager Commercial Operations, Heirs Energies
Joseph Nkrumah, Manager Project Development -Renewables, Bui Power Authority
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2712:00
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PRESENTATION The importance of being a PV-Green Card certified
Installers University
Installer University
Mar 2712:30
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PRESENTATION Looking ahead: integrating battery storage with large-scale solar farms
Installers University
Installer University
Mar 2713:00
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PRESENTATION The basics of solar photovoltaic systems for commercial and residential use: best practices for maintenance and care of panels
Installers University
Installer University
Mar 2713:00
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ROUNDTABLES
Roundtables
ROUNDTABLE 1 Incentivizing the growth of off-grid solar markets while ensuring sustainability and affordability
Yonela Nzuzo, Managing Director, Umbane Energy Investments
ROUNDTABLE 2 Balancing the potential of hydropower with fair compensation and the preservation of local livelihoods
Yonela Nzuzo, Managing Director, Umbane Energy Investments
ROUNDTABLE 3 Integrating sustainable energy solutions to accommodate growing populations without straining resources
Yonela Nzuzo, Managing Director, Umbane Energy Investments
Mar 2713:30
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PANEL Sustainable energy projects for mining: competitive advantage with respect to provision of power and cost
Commercial & Industrial End Users
Methembeni Moyo, Senior Lawyer - Construction and Africa Mining, NSDV Inc.
Jerry Dungu, Heard: Market and Product Development, ArcelorMittal South Africa
Methembeni Moyo, Senior Lawyer - Construction and Africa Mining, NSDV Inc.
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2713:30
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PANEL What measures can be taken to prevent theft and vandalism in energy infrastructure?
Power Delivery
Lindy Mthembu, Engineer, eThekwini
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2713:30
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PRESENTATION Power factor and solar PV Inverters
Installers University
Installer University
Mar 2714:10
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PANEL Smart Grids and IoT: Boosting Energy Management and Efficiency in Heavy Industry
Commercial & Industrial End Users
Nikash Rughubir, Executive Head : Energy, Ndalamo Resources
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2714:50
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PANEL Overcoming challenges: the youth navigating careers in the energy sector
Strategy & Big Picture
Tokologo Phetla, Chief Executive Officer, Commodore Industries
Lydia Jonathan Kapangila, Founder, African Youth in Energy Network
Mvumikazi Vimbani, Electricity Policy Developer, Department of Mineral Resources & Energy
Lindy Mthembu, Engineer, eThekwini
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2715:10
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PANEL Minimizing disruptions and costs: how can utilities and municipalities respond to and recover from theft and vandalism incidents?
Power Delivery
Asante Phiri, Head of Asset Management and O&M, PowerGen Renewable Energy
Jude Ugwuoke, Head, Revenue Protection Unit, Ibadan Electricity Distribution
Future Energy Stage
Mar 2715:30
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PANEL Addressing gender gaps: strategies for increasing women's representation in energy fields
Strategy & Big Picture
Moderator: Phuti Moloto, Mineralogist: Masters in Sustainability Management, Johannesburg Business School
Keynote & Solar Stage
Mar 2715:40
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PANEL Addressing the energy shortage: electrify a continent and create the conditions for economic empowerment
Power Delivery
Kasweka Konga, Business Development and New Ventures Associate, Africa GreenCo
Joseph Nkrumah, Manager Project Development -Renewables, Bui Power Authority
Future Energy Stage
last published: 04/Feb/25 04:35 GMT
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