World leaders in solar energy will present the latest findings in renewable energy resources at the biennial ISES Solar World Congress 2009 that will be held in Johannesburg, from 11 -14 October. One of the major draw cards is Dr Hermann Scheer from Germany recipient of the prestigious Karl W Böer Solar Energy Medal of Merit who will share is expertise on feed in tariffs. Scheer has played a unique role as a world pioneer for the promotion of Solar Energy in all its forms. He also established the International Renewable Energy Agency 'Irena', which South Africa is expected to join soon.
Other confirmed keynote speakers include:
- Controversial South African, Prof Vivian Alberts, who will discuss his reasons for moving his thin solar panel enterprise to Germany.
- Prof Eike Weber of Fraunhofer Solar Energy Institute in Freiburg, will address grid pricing parity for concentrating PV.
- ISES president, Dr Monica Oliphant from Australia, will open the congress. Oliphant has made important inputs to public hearings in South Africa on the renewable energy feed-in tariff.
The 29th ISES Solar World Congress 2009 will be hosted by the International Solar Energy Society (ISES) together with the Sustainable Energy Society of Southern Africa (SESSA). The theme of the Congress is: Renewable Energy: Shaping our future.
With more than 370 abstracts received from 55 countries, the ISES Solar World Congress 2009 promises to highlight major advances and opportunities in the field of renewable energy.
South Africa takes the lead with no less than 65 submissions, with China, Germany, Brazil and Australia not far behind. 26 abstracts were submitted by speakers from ten African countries. This enthusiasm from African scientists and researchers to share their findings is welcomed with great optimism that solutions for the African continent's energy needs can be found in Africa.
More information about the programme and speakers is expected shortly and will be made available on the www.swc2009.co.za website.
Tours
Delegates will be able to join a selection of technical and leisure tours on 15 and 16 October. More information is available from the Conference Secretariat.
Expo
A trade exhibition, Renewable Energy Expo will run parallel to the congress. The theme of the Expo is Efficient, Alternative, Sustainable, and will focus on solar, renewable, sustainable, alternative and energy efficient resources, products, services and developments. This exhibition will be open to the trade and will contribute towards bridging the gap between science and consumers.
Registration
Visit www.swc2009.co.za to register as a delegate or to access more information about the congress.
Enquiries and information
Conference Secretariat:
Tel: + 27 (012) 816 9067
Fax: +27 (0)86 567 0319
Email: info@swc2009.co.za
Website: www.swc2009.co.za
