6 October –  Day 1: Conference

08:30     Registration and coffee

09:15     Chairman: Ing Roberto Vigotti – OME , PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory

Session I: Government Policy, Regulation and International Trends

09:30    The Industry Association: The Italian Government Programme: 4th Conto Energia explained and explored

• What is the latest news concerning the Government Policy and FiT?
• What are the plans, goals and targets set for the coming years?
• When will the current FiT be reviewed?
• Where are the best market opportunities?

Valerio Natalizia - President, GIFI (The Italian PV Industry Association)

09:50    The Italian Market Expert: How did the Italian market develop and what are the market forecasts?

• How much new PV power was installed in 2010 and in the first half of 2011?
• What are the forecasts for 2011, 2012 and 2013?
• What are the most successful market segments?
• How is the Italian PV market likely to develop in the coming years?

Prof. Federico Frattini - Assistant Professor, Politecnico di Milano - member, The Energy & Strategy Group

10:10    The Consultant: The global solar industry dynamics and possible impact on Italian market development

• What are cost developments and trends in the supply chain?
• How is the strong growth of the Chinese PV industry influencing module prices?
• How much can and will module prices decline in the coming years?
• How will price decreases change the business models for the Italian market?

Stefan Pietzsch - Senior consultant, EuPD

10:30    Expert Panel Discussion

• What will the impact of grid parity be for the Italian market?
• For how long does Italy need a FiT?
• Which market segments offer the greatest potential?

Valerio Natalizia – GIFI, Federico Frattini – Politecnico di Milano, Gianni Chianetta -  Assosolare

11:00    Coffee break
Meet the sponsors and share your strategic insights with other participants

Session II: From Ground to Roof: Experiences and Opportunities in the Italian PV Market

11:30    The Inverter Manufacturer: Challenges and opportunities for large-scale PV roof application

• What are the latest developments with respect to inverters for large-scale PV roofs?
• What practical experiences and lessons have been learned to date in the Italian market?
• What are the challenges in Italy for large-scale PV roof applications with grid connection?
• What are BOS and price developments for inverters?
• What is the view on the future business model for large-scale PV roofs?

Stefano Geminiani - Applications Engineer & Project Manager, Satcon Europe

11:45    The EPC Developer: What will be the business model for the residential market segment in Italy?

• What do residential customers want?
• Which is the preferred business model: leasing or owning a PV system?
• What are the price trends for residential PV systems being utilised in Italy?
• How does a business case work in practice for a customer?
• What are the market expectations for 2012 and 2013?

Paolo Rocco Viscontini - CEO, Enerpoint

12:00    The Power Plant Developer: Will Italy’s commercial roof PV power plant market experience a boom?

• What does the commercial customer need – and what does he want?
• Which is the preferred business model: leasing or owning a PV system?
• What are the price trends for commercial PV systems being utilised in Italy?
• How does a business case work in practice?
• What are the market expectations for 2012 and 2013?

Andrea Brumgnach - Director Sales and Marketing, Making Energy 

12:15     The EPC: What are the EPC experiences in the Italian PV roof market?

• How different are practical EPC experiences in the Italian PV market compared to Germany?
• What lessons have been learned with respect to large-scale PV roof development and installation?
• What do customers want?
• What are the market expectations for 2012?

Giovanni Migliore - Managing Director, AE-Photonics Italia

12:30     Business Networking Lunch

The optimal networking event for all participants. The lunch buffet is an ideal moment to meet the sponsors, test your knowledge and insights, and get to know your future business partners.

Session III: Financing and Investment Opportunities

14:00     The Bank: The Solar PV Sector in Italy and the Role of Banks.

• The challenges Banks face in supporting power generation from solar PV.
• What is the financial outlook for the Italian solar energy industry?
• What can banks and renewable energy companies do, in order to contain the impact of the financial crisis on the Solar PV sector?

Carlo Rolle - Corporate & Investment Banking, Project Finance, BNP Paribas

14:20    The Roof Developer: How can roof leasing stimulate market development for large rooftop PV systems?

• What are practical experiences and the lessons learned in other European markets?
• What are the system price trends?
• What is the market potential and what are the opportunities in this segment?
• What is the business model of the future? Selling systems or selling electricity?

David Inscoe - International Developer, SolarAccess

14:40     The Developer: What and where are the market opportunities as we head towards grid parity?

• What are practical experiences and the lessons learned?
• What are the PV system price trends?
• What is the market vision for the period following the achievement of grid parity?
• What are the opportunities for PPA contracts without FiT or other incentives?
• What does the business model of the future look like?

Michele Appendino - CEO, Solarventures 

15:00    The Green Utility: What is the vision of the green energy utility on the role of solar energy in Italy?

• What is the solar PV vision of the green energy utility?
• What is the potential for large scale solar PV power plants in Italy?
• Is there a future for PPA contracts without using a FiT?
• Where and how does solar energy fit into the energy mix in the near future?

Umberto Catani - Managing Director, Sorgenia

15:20     Tea break 

Session IV: The Solar Future in Italy: The Business Opportunities Beyond Grid Parity

16:00     The System Integrator: When will Italy reach grid parity and what is likely to happen then?

• When and where will grid parity be reached first in Italy?
• What did the grid parity study teach us about upcoming business opportunities in Italy?
• What will be the best business models for continued market development without a FiT?
• How will a future business case work in Italy, beyond grid parity?

Ing. Giuseppe Sofia - CEO, Conergy Italy 

16:15     The Consultant: What will be the most promising business models for the Italian PV market after grid parity?

• Which business models will offer new opportunities in the Italian PV market?
• Which market players will have the best position in the market once grid parity is reached in Italy?
• How will a future business case work in Italy beyond grid parity?
• How will grid parity impact Italian PV market development?

Antonio Nodari - Poyry Management Consulting  

16:30    The Module Manufacturer: How will global PV industry dynamics impact Italian market development?

• How can a leading Chinese manufacturer contribute to reaching grid parity?
• What cost and price reductions can we expect for crystalline solar modules?
• What will the future c-Si module look like in terms of efficiency, power and size?
• What new features can we expect, and what are the biggest opportunities?

Alberto Cuter - Country Manager Italy, Jinko Solar

16:45    The Expert: What will happen at grid parity?

• What are international PV industry dynamics and how will this impact Italian market development?
• What are the opportunities for the domestic Italian solar industry?
• What cost and price reductions can we expect for crystalline solar modules?
• What will happen at grid-parity?

Edwin Koot - CEO, Solarplaza

17:00    Plenary Panel Discussion: What will the future PV market in Italy look like?

• How do leading industry players see the future of the Italian PV market once it has reached grid parity?
• What are the market opportunities according to Italian investors?
• How will international PV industry dynamics impact Italian market development?
• What are opportunities for the domestic Italian solar industry?
• What sort of sales prices can we expect for solar energy in the near future?

Massimo Sapienza - Asso Energie Future, International PV Industry Expert, Pietro Pacchione - Adviser, APER, Fabien Occhipinti - Sales Director Italy, France & Belgium, Trina Solar

17:30    End of Program and Informal Drinks
A networking moment for all participants. Meet the sponsors, enjoy a drink and a nibble, and discuss things further with other professionals, in an informal atmosphere.

 

19:00      Business Networking Dinner

The best personal networking opportunity for participating attendees. Discuss the Conference findings and conclusions and explore new business opportunities with other professionals during an exclusive informal dinner.

Click here to see the program for the Project visits on the 7th of October