Recording of Thursday, September 03, 2026 | Intersolar Middle East Conference 2026 | Language: English | Duration: 18:51 .

Challenges and Innovations in the Global Solar Manufacturing Sector

The global solar supply chain is witnessing significant changes in manufacturing processes, driven by advancements in solar technology and the shift to new encapsulation films. A transition from PERC to N-type technologies has altered defect patterns, increasing vulnerability to issues like broken fingers and thermal stress damage. Manufacturers are under intense pricing pressure, prompting them to seek cost-cutting measures amid heightened competition and the necessity for innovation. Additionally, raw material control challenges are compromising quality standards, as adherence to standard operating procedures diminishes. Findings from over 500 factory audits reveal that critical compliance issues remain at a low level, indicating industry maturation, even as manufacturers face ongoing operational complexities. Notably, India’s solar module rejection rate is twice that of China, exacerbating supply chain challenges and underscoring the need for stringent quality control. Emerging quality trends indicate the necessity for updated QAQC strategies, particularly as the market evolves and compliance remains a critical focus in facilitating sustainable production.

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Speaker

Carlos Leon Worner
AMEA - Renewable Energy Services Manager
Enertis Applus+
Spain

Talk of session: Resilient & Circular Solar Infrastructure: O&M, Recycling & Asset Lifecycle

Explore strategies for maximizing the resilience, performance, and sustainability of solar assets throughout their entire lifecycle. This session brings together best practices in resilient system design, advanced monitoring, predictive operations and maintenance (O&M), and asset lifetime optimization with circular economy approaches such as PV panel recycling, battery repurposing, and ESG-driven business strategies. Learn how innovation, digitalization, and evolving regulations are helping the industry improve reliability, extend asset value, recover critical materials, and reduce environmental impact while creating more sustainable and profitable solar ecosystems.

Further Talks of this session:

Welcome and Introduction

Speaker

Dr. Nabih Cherradi
CEO
EmpowerSun
UAE

To Talk

Harnessing DC Connections: The Hidden Risks of PV Systems

Speaker

Rashed Hanieh
Business Development Manager
Stäubli Electrical Connectors
Switzerland

To Talk

Optimizing the Solar Asset Lifecycle: Resilience, Digitalization, and Circular Economy

Speaker

Dr. Nabih Cherradi
CEO
EmpowerSun
UAE

To Talk