Towards a Sustainable Solar PV Supply Chain: Quality Trends, ESG Procurement, and Certification Insights

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Recording from Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | Solar Quality Summit 2025 | Language: English | Duration: 51:34 .

Ensuring quality and traceability in manufacturing is critical for a sustainable supply chain, especially within the framework of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations. This session will explore emerging quality trends in manufacturing alongside traceability efforts that enhance supply chain transparency and resilience. A key focus will be the Solar Stewardship Initiative, which has developed an ESG standard for a more responsible, transparent, and sustainable solar value chain. Gain first insights into the ESG standard assessment results and lessons learned.

Speakers

Pia Alina Lange
EU Public Affairs & Policy Director
Trina Solar

Steven Xuereb
Executive Director
Kiwa Pi Berlin

Margaux Plurien
Project Officer
Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI)

Salvador Salat Mardaras
Director General
Sunowatt proyectos SL

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