Increased presence of floating solar equipment makers at 12th edition REI Expo demonstrated the growing demand for such projects in India
The 12th edition of Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo, which recently concluded at the India Expo Center in Greater Noida, witnessed participation of over 750+ exhibitors from 45 countries, with over 1,000 delegates and 225 speakers making their presence at the 37 conference sessions.
This year, the show organised by UBM India focused on approaching renewables in a more holistic manner, with due consideration to wind, hydropower and biomass along with solar energy.
The three-day event themed ‘Accelerating Momentum…From Ambition to Action’ witnessed entry of various new products, ranging from charging stations, frameless glass to glass panels, solar inverters, solar kit solutions, bi-facial modules and testing lab facilities.
Increased presence of floating solar equipment makers at the show this year demonstrated the growing demand for such projects in the country.
Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, UBM India said, “This year was remarkable, with intense global participation in the form of renowned forums such as Business Beyond Borders, European Business Technology Center (EBTC), European Commission, World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), Indo-German Energy Forum (IGEF), European Union, and more.”
“REI also witnessed a pre-bidding meet by the Govt. Of Madhya Pradesh for its
project RESCO and a session – Advantage Telangana by the Govt. Of Telangana which made it one of the must-attend event for green energy professionals in India and across the globe,” he added.
Various subjects ranging from viability of manufacturing, large-scale project development
challenges caused by land and transmission bottlenecks, rooftop challenges caused by DISCOM’s, low bids, payment issues, net-metering, and financing were discussed in the B2B meetings.
REI 2018 also showcased bolstering Start-ups and SMEs with the launch of Sunrisers
Pavilion, Session on Advantage Telangana, crucial industry dialogues in the form of CEO
Roundtable, Financial Leadership Forum, Quality and Future Round Table, 5th Indo-German Energy Symposium, EU – India Clean Energy and Climate Days and International Matchmaking, and the 4th edition of Renewable Energy India Awards to recognize the Innovation and Excellence in the field of Renewable Energy.
