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The potential solutions that renewable energy resources can provide in solving the global energy crisis will be presented by scientists and researchers at the International Solar Energy Society’s (ISES) Solar World Conference 2009 at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, from 11-14 October. The Sustainable Energy Society of Southern Africa (SESSA) and ISES are co-hosting this biennial congress in South Africa for the first time. The theme of the 29th International Congress is Renewable Energy: Shaping Our Future.
Although the congress will focus on global issues, a significant focus will be placed on Africa and the role that renewable resources of energy can play in the sustainable development of poor and rural communities in Africa. Also of significance will be the use of various new technologies that can convert the abundance of solar energy on our continent into electricity to boost much needed economic development, which relies heavily on energy supplies. Presentations will include the latest research and technological advances in these conversion processes.
With the aim of attracting approximately one thousand delegates from all over the world, the congress will see top international scientists and researchers share their latest findings and innovations with peers and the energy industry.
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.
Although the congress programme is not final as yet, it promises a good balance between science and research, with a generous touch of current affairs and controversy. High profile and international speakers will address the most recent and current topics in the sustainable energy field, including a presentation by Prof Eike Weber of the Fraunhofer Solar Energy Institute in Freinburg who will deliver a keynote address on grid parity for concentrating photo-voltaic energy.
Added to this, a panel discussion on concentrated solar power and Eskom’s technology choices is bound to attract considerable interest from Governments and industry in the southern African region.
Renewable Energy ExpoA 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. Enquiries and informationFor more information about the Congress and the Expo, please contact Magda Naude on 082 452 5878 or
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for assistance. Detail about delegate registration and exhibitions opportunities are also available on www.swc2009.co.za |
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