GESS II: Development and Economics of Photovoltaic Projects
With the current downward price in the development for photovoltaic (PV) projects, there is an increased interest in installing PV systems. Newly-installed peak power of PV now surpasses all other technologies, both conventional/fossil-based technologies as well as renewable technologies.
With this training course, you will learn how to implement projects using one of the most promising energy technologies currently available. You will acquire a solid theoretical and foundational understanding of PV project management, combined with practical hands-on exercises. Our experienced trainers will get you involved in the training and will facilitate valuable group interactions and discussions.
Topics
- Photovoltaic markets and technical introduction
- Management of solar projects (with case studies)
- Economics and financing of PV projects (with case studies)
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Training Course Objectives:
- Evaluate the bankability of PV projects;
- discuss technical, commercial, legal, and political risks as well as risk mitigation schemes;
- determine CAPEX/OPEX, assess key financial indicators, and set up the financial structure of PV projects;
- debate the advantages and challenges of PV power plant economics;
- provide the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions on PV projects; and
- facilitate the exchange of potential or specific project ideas among participants, who bring perspectives from around the globe.
Learning Objectives:
- identify PV market development, segments, and outlooks;
- describe the main components of a PV system and use software to access meteorological data estimates and forecast PV system yields;
- define project phases, starting with the initial concept to operation and maintenance, to developing PV project plans, including: planning and commissioning, approvals, logistics, construction, and grid-connection;
- implement, coordinate, and control PV projects from the installation process to grid-connection;
- identify project risks, risk mitigation, and dos and don’ts;
- analyse operational data from a real PV system;
- evaluate the core activities within the PV value chain;
- assess main steps of project development and implementation;
- understand key stakeholders’ roles and project structures;
- assess the KPIs of PV project calculation;
- investigate main costs (CAPEX and OPEX) and other relevant figures for an economic analysis; identify leverage of projects; and evaluate a project with an accompanying economic efficiency calculation tool
Duration: 5 days, from 9:00 - 17:00 each day
Start Date: 01 September 2025
End Date: 05 September 2025
Structure: 3.5 days covering theory and case studies, 1 day of hands-on exercises, and a half-day site visit
Number of Participants: 15
Course Location: RENAC's Training Centre, Berlin, Germany
Certificate Awarded: Certificate of attendance from RENAC
Training Course Language: English
Price: €1,800
Early Bird Price: €1,620 available until: 1 July 2025
Contact
Tarini Lamba
Project Manager
Academic Programmes and Professional Training
Tel: +49 (0)30 58 70870 19
Email: lamba[at]renac.de
*incl 19 % of German
Additional Information
Highlights
- Assessment of knowledge acquisition
- Qualified trainer with extensive industry experience
- Theoretical lectures, discussions, and group work
- State-of-the-art practical training (calculations, hands-on exercises)
- Use of technology-specific, self-build practical training rigs
- Informative and engaging site visits or field trips with inspections of power plants and buildings
- Certificate of attendance from RENAC
- We offer discounts for our alumni, group bookings, and multiple purchases. Contact us for further details.
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Contact
Tarini Lamba
Project Manager
Academic Programmes and Professional Training
Tel: +49 (0)30 58 70870 19
Email: lamba[at]renac.de
Lecturers
Current position:
Jens Brand has been working at RENAC since March 2021. As project director of the Solar and Energy Efficiency department, he develops photovoltaics off-grid curricula and seminar training material for practitioners, trainers, and other experts in the sector.
Professional experience:
Before joining RENAC, Jens worked at hardware manufacturing facilities, including SMD production, and designed solar home systems for markets in Africa. He brings extensive practice-based experience in hardware engineering, product design, manufacturing, and technical operations to the RENAC team.
Education:
Jens Brand holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in sustainable energy studies. He speaks English, French, and German.
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