Strengthening Skills for Excellence in the PV Sector

Recording from Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | Solar Quality Summit 2025 | Language: English | Duration: 71:28 .

The European PV sector is experiencing continuous growth, leading to increased job creation, with 5 million people now working in solar worldwide. However, this growth comes with the challenge of attracting new talent qualified for the evolving workforce. Discover initiatives like SolarPower Europe's Lifecycle Academy and the Global Solar Council's Solar Training Standard Initiative, which aim to equip both existing professionals and career changers with the essential knowledge and skills. Learn how a global training standard can enhance workforce mobility, efficiency, and ensure high performance across the industry.

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Guillermo Oviedo Hernandez
Technical Innovation Manager
BayWa r.e.

Julie Beaufils
Secretary General
EuropeOn

Rakesh Maharaj
CEO
Armsa

Jacopo Piccagli
Project & Policy Officer
SolarPower Europe

Krzysztof Ignaciuk
Senior Advisor
InnoEnergy Skills Institute

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