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Solar PV: Expert Insights on Cost & Supply Chain

Solar PV: Expert Insights on Cost & Supply Chain

August 24, 2024 2 min read Utilities
Solar PV: Expert Insights on Cost & Supply Chain

Q1. Could you start by giving us a brief overview of your professional background, particularly focusing on your expertise in the industry?

Professional Technical Leader in PV sector for more than 10 years with total experience of 16+ years within entire value chain of PV with wide working exposure as Manufacturer, EPC, review engineer, Developer / IPP

 

Q2. What are some efficient strategies to reduce costs in Solar PV plants without compromising quality or service levels?

  • Considering high power density and high energy density technologies
  • Optimised design to reduce capex with a greater number of modules per table design
  • Reduce OPEX by going with clean robots which can reduce man hours and even amount of water required to clean modules

 

Q3. How do you ensure a seamless flow of materials and products for Solar PV plants through the supply chain?

Having strategic tie up as per capabilities of the vertical integrated manufacturing line

 

Q4. Are there recent or planned investments in PV technology to improve operational efficiency of the supply chain? 

TOPCON,  Back contact, HJT and Pervoskite

 

Q5. What are the primary raw materials used in your production process of solarr PV and Who are your main suppliers? 

BOM components are few but makes are many and varies as per specific required compliance requirements.

 

Q6. How do you align procurement activities with inventory management to avoid overstocking or stockouts? 

Forward contracting and dealerships for DG sales

 

Q7. If you were an investor looking at companies within the space, what critical question would you pose to their senior management? 

Technology selected, size of investment, expected market share and target markets. 

 


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