PV cumulative capacity reached 1TW in 2022 and PV is expected contribute the pathway to achieve carbon neutral. In addition to conventional application such as ground mounted PV systems and rooftop PV systems, the markets of emerging application such as BIPV, VIPV, and FPV are expected to grow. However, obstacles and challenges of these application still remains. In this workshop, enablers of these technologies will be discussed from regulatory, policy and technological aspects.
 
Time: 10:30 – 12:00 (JST)
Chair: Dr. Arnulf Jäger-Waldau (EC JRC)

A potential of PV market in the transport will be large, and the market will be the next driving force for the further development of PV.
In order to mitigate CO₂ emission in the transport sector, promoting electrified vehicles is suggested as an effective option. Taking into account the WTW emissions, a mutual exploitation of PV and electrified vehicles with battery should be a key, as well as for deployment of PV in the transport.
In this workshop, expected impacts and requirements for possible options; VIPV (vehicle integrated PV) and PVSC (PV charging station) will be discussed.
 
Time: 15:30 – 17:00 (JST)
Chair: Dr. Keiichi Komoto (MHRT, Task 17 Task Manager)

With PV deployment increasing exponentially, the number of PV modules that reach the end of useful life will also increase, accumulating proportionately as waste after the time lag of operation. When a product cannot be repaired or reused, recycling is the next preferable option before disposing as waste. PV module recycling has become an important emerging and strategic topic, with numerous global, regional, and country-specific activities conducted and developed by governments, organizations, and companies in recent years.
In this workshop, a current status and a challenge to overcome will be discussed.
 
Time: 17:30-19:00 (JST)
Chair: Dr. Garvin Heath (NREL/Task 12 Task Manager)
Chair: Dr. Keiichi Komoto (MHRT/Task12 expert)