After being one of the pioneering states with a strong legacy of both utility and solar for C&I and industrial categories, is Karnataka ready for the solar rooftop boom? What are the challenges the state faces, and possible solutions?

With its progressive open access policies and responsible corporations, Karnataka took an early lead in solar for C&I segment. But future growth faces serious challenges, which point to one solution. Energy storage. Industry experts debate the best way, and solutions going ahead.

A large number of firms with a global footprint across sectors means the pressure to reduce emissions for these firms will only go up in the future. That makes adding renewable energy a non-negotiable for these firms. But is the local ecosystem ready to handle the pressure of adding capacity in the C&I segment?

The session brings together solar customers across categories, especially rooftop solar, rural and the corporate segment, to share their stories, and the big learnings for future customers and stakeholders.

The Voice of the solar customer For an industry expected to double installations in the next 4 years, and add massive manufacturing additions over the next 3, the people challenge is beginning to bite hard. Costs are shooting up, and firms are still struggling to find and train the right people. Have we learnt any lessons yet? What is the prognosis to ensure your solar plans are not tripped up due to lack of the people, or the right people? .