Hybrid PV Power Plants I: Providing Flexible Generation for the Energy System

Sangeetha has worked in the energy transition and sustainability space for over 14 years. At EUPD, she tracks market developments closely - from policy and regulatory change to key players, equipment providers and emerging business models. She identifies client's requirements and curates market intelligence products, marketing campaigns, events or bespoke consulting projects to meet them.

With over 20 years of global research and development experience, I specialize in driving innovation in solar photovoltaic (PV) technologies and their integration into hybrid power solutions, adapting these technologies for new business applications. My expertise encompasses advanced materials, manufacturing, and reliable PV integration, with a focus on optimizing Net Present Value and Levelized Cost of Electricity in challenging arid environments. I have successfully led teams and projects across Qatar, Japan, and France, collaborating with industry partners and applied research institutions to secure funding and foster strategic partnerships in the renewable energy sector. Honored with the Women in New Energy Leadership Award and the Schieber Prize, I aim to enhance the efficiency and reliability of solar PV systems through the advancement of innovative technologies and solutions, contributing to the development of a green economy. I look forward to sharing my insights and experiences to support the Middle East's transition toward sustainable energy solutions.

Michael Heilig is the CEO of SwissWatt One AG, with 17 years in the PV industry and 22 years in direct sales and business development. He spent 14 years at SunPower / Maxeon, managing key markets in Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Eastern Europe, Pakistan, and parts of the Middle East. Additionally, he lived and worked for 8 years in Southeast Asia, gaining deep industry expertise. His strengths include account management, revenue growth, distributor network expansion, and strategic market planning. He has represented SunPower and Maxeon at global trade fairs and conferences. Michael holds a Diploma in Business Informatics and has extensive experience in Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. He is fluent in German (C2) and English (C1).

As VP of Product Development at Yellow Door Energy, Youssef oversees a team of product development experts to bring innovative product solutions to businesses. Most recently, he developed the company's battery energy storage system (BESS) solutions for commercial and industrial businesses in Middle East and South Africa. He has over a decade of experience in the renewable energy industry, with particular focus on hybrid solutions. Prior to joining Yellow Door Energy, Youssef was the Chief Technology Officer at Solstice Renewable Energy in Jordan, and the head of the renewable energy department at ACEMCO in Lebanon. Youssef holds an Executive Master in Business Administration (EMBA) from Ecole Supérieure de Commerce de Paris (ESCP) in France and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from American University of Beirut in Lebanon.