Aditya Saraswat

Job Title: Research Director
Company: Rystad Energy
Country: Norway

Aditya Saraswat is a Research Director at Rystad Energy, leading the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) energy analysis. With over 10 years of experience in upstream operational and business analysis, Aditya has previously worked in the drilling industry across India and Norway. He holds a Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT-ISM), India.

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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.