Lennart van Walsum

Job Title: Director EMEA & Americas
Company: Global Solar Council
Country: UK

Lennart's solar career started in 2008, as CEO of Krannich Solar in the Benelux. He gained further expertise at SMA in Germany and California and later joined LONGi. With a clear understanding of global regions and key industry verticals, based in London he represents today the Global Solar Council, uniting the voice of the solar industry with governments, associations, policymakers, and businesses.

April 07, 2025Working to Address Grid Challenges for Solar PV: Strengthening Utility-Scale Resilience & Flexibility through Innovation, Policy, and Collaboration

Sessions

Session

Utility-scale Solar Power: Trends in Development, EPC, Digitalization and Asset Management

Monday, April 07, 2025, 11:15 am - 12:45 pm

Dubai World Trade Centre Conference Area / The Pavillon

Utility-scale solar projects face challenges like rising costs, supply chain volatility, and the impacts of extreme weather. Digitalization, including digital twins and advanced analytics, enhances O&M, asset management, and data integration, though implementation hurdles remain. Ensuring module reliability, product quality, and end-of-life practices like recycling and repowering is crucial. By embracing digital tools and robust strategies, the sector can optimize performance and sustainability throughout the project lifecycle.