Tbilisi, Georgia — EUROSOLAR Georgia recently hosted the 1st Enabling PV Forum for South Caucasus and Central Asia, bringing together stakeholders from the renewable energy sector to discuss advancements in solar energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable practices. Held on October 3-4, 2024, in Tbilisi, the event was a remarkable success, creating a vibrant platform for knowledge-sharing, networking, and collaborative dialogue.
The forum saw participation from representatives across the region, including industry experts, government officials, researchers, and financial institutions, all committed to advancing the development of photovoltaic (PV) and renewable energy projects. The event featured insightful panel discussions, breakout sessions, and presentations on key topics such as accelerating solar energy investments, vocational training for the renewable energy workforce, and the role of universities in fostering innovation within the solar industry.
Key highlights of the forum included:
- Breakout Sessions: Sessions like “Accelerating Solar Energy Investments” and “Elevating Solar Energy Workforce: Enhancing Vocational Training” provided a platform for participants to explore investment opportunities and the need for a skilled workforce to support the growing solar sector in the region.
- Expert Panels: Engaging discussions on the challenges and opportunities in developing local production for renewable energy components, along with strategies to build climate-resilient municipalities, emphasized the importance of innovation and cross-sector collaboration.
- Networking Opportunities: Participants praised the forum’s networking environment, where many meaningful connections were made, leading to potential future partnerships in the renewable energy sector.
- International Representation: The event welcomed distinguished guests and speakers from Georgia, Germany, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and other countries, making it a truly international platform for dialogue on solar energy and green skills development.
The atmosphere at the forum was friendly and collaborative, with attendees actively engaging in discussions and exchanging ideas. The enthusiasm and smiles from participants created an open environment that encouraged knowledge-sharing and the development of new partnerships.
EUROSOLAR Georgia’s Role in Shaping Renewable Energy Education
A significant focus of the forum was on vocational education and workforce development in the renewable energy sector. EUROSOLAR Georgia emphasized the importance of aligning training programs with industry needs and fostering collaborations between educational institutions and the solar industry to bridge the skills gap in the region.
Looking Ahead
As the main organizers, EUROSOLAR Georgia, in partnership with eclareon GmbH and Ideas Into Energy GmbH, aim to build on the success of this year’s event by developing even more comprehensive agendas and fostering deeper collaborations for future forums. With the support of the German Energy Agency (dena), German Solar Association (BSW-Solar) and the Federal Foreign Office, the Enabling PV Forum has set a strong foundation for continued growth and innovation in the solar energy sector.
For those who missed the event, the forum’s highlights and memories have been captured in a series of photos, which can be viewed here.
EUROSOLAR Georgia is grateful to all participants, speakers, and partners for their contributions, and looks forward to seeing everyone again next year as we continue to advance the renewable energy transition in the region.
About EUROSOLAR Georgia:
EUROSOLAR Georgia is dedicated to promoting renewable energy solutions and supporting sustainable development through educational initiatives, industry collaboration, and advocacy efforts across Georgia and beyond.
