Materials studies for solar cells and modules, solar cell improvements and characterisation (all types of solar cells), PV modules, BOS components
PV system reliability and availability, stand-alone systems, mini-grids, grid integration of PV systems, standardization as tool for trade, innovation and cost reduction
PV business opportunities; Cost of PV systems in Africa, business models for mini-grids, PV in electricity markets, Financing PV in Africa, PV globalization, enabling regulatory frameworks; policy developments.