Introducing: The British Photovoltaic Association BPVA.ORG.UK James Steynor Chief Executive Officer 24th September 2010 Abu Dhabi
What’s to follow
The BPVA is born The basics The mission Making of the BPVA Structure & Governance Benefits of membership Partnership & Alliances Membership categories Snapshot of members Closing remarks
The BPVA is born - Why now? Backdrop: – Major drive by UK government (DECC) towards reducing UK carbon emissions – photovoltaic a significant component – The feed-in tariff (FIT) April 1st sends clear message to users and investors alike – Widespread adoption of PV key to meeting target of 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050 Focus: – PV has a unique profile v other alternative sources of renewable energy (wind/tide etc) – PV offers scalable projects from existing homes through to large commercial installations – Unlike other renewable energy sources, PV is on a local scale and can contribute directly to local energy requirements – PV is regarded as so key it is a standalone initiative in most countries Support: – The BPVA is filling a need identified by a key group of companies – Other PV associations outside the UK want to see a focus in the UK market – A fully independent initiative is needed with no distractions (or conflicts) from alternative renewable energy technologies
The basics – a solid foundation
A fully independent non profit making association 100% dedicated to photovoltaic in the UK – Focusing on the technology and application of PV – An ambassador for PV both in the UK and representing home interests internationally – No favour: all members treated equally
Dedicated to make the most of the UK market for PV – – – –
Educate and inform the consumer and other user groups Stimulate interest in PV in a broad range of applications A catalyst to investment – both indigenous and from abroad Stimulate growth in the UK PV sector – job creation both in innovation and application
Dynamic management – Streamlined structure to react fast to market demands – Close contact to members through Board level representation – Proactive; driving force behind PV in the UK
Our mission – to focus on PV To educate and inform – Awareness of technology and benefits to consumer – Promotion at grass roots level – eg schools – Demystifying and encouraging widespread adoption
To stimulate growth in the UK photovoltaic industry – Facilitating PV roll-out – planning assistance, gateway to technology support etc. – Working with Government (local and national) – Advising key decision-makers on policies to develop a sustainable PV market
Establish photovoltaic power as a leading energy source in the UK – Selling and promoting the vision – Stimulating growth in infrastructure and technologies behind PV – The catalyst to providing significant environmental and monetary benefits
Assist members in their business development – In the UK, the European Union and beyond – Networking opportunities through BPVA events – Building a foundation for growth
Making of the BPVA
The foundation – Identification of the need – Establishing the legal entity – Limited by Guarantee – Recruitment of CEO, Treasurer, Secretary and PR/Marketing – Investment in start-up structures – website, legal's etc. The BPVA is born – 18th August 2010 establishing legal entity – 24th September 2010 the official launch – Establishing the BPVA showroom in The Building Centre – London (to be officially opened October this year) Membership targets – Currently 40 members and growing – Target for Y/E 2010: 100+ – Target for Y/E 2011: 500+ Membership open to all associated with PV – both UK and international based
Structure & Governance
Members – Two main categories: Full and Associate • Full membership fee paying with voting rights • Associate membership free to qualifying organisations (non voting)
Non-Executive Board – Representing the voice of the membership and offering guidance to the Executive Board • 10 Full Members – a combination of selected and elected
Executive Board – A team of professionals dedicated to the association • • • • •
Chairman (part time) CEO (full time) Treasurer/CFO (part time) Secretary (part time) PR/Marketing (full time)
Structure & Governance
Members
Non Executive Board
Executive Board
Chairman CEO Secretary CFO Marketing & Communications
Chief Executive
Secretary
CFO Treasurer
Marketing & Communications
Benefits of membership Advocacy – Representing the UK PV industry at European and International level – Exhibitions, conferences, training courses, workshops and networking events – Participation on panels representing the UK at key industry international trade events Information supply/support – Market research studies (Tracking industry trends, central source of information for PV) – The latest technical, market & legislative developments – Legal counsel and general advice (planning, legislation, grants etc.) Networking – Facilitating business-to-business contacts – Promotion to user groups – Member magazine Promotion – BPVA dedicated showroom in The Building Centre - London – Member directory (physical and on-line), discounts in other publications – Participation in annual UK PV BPVA sponsored award event
Partnerships & Alliances
Government & Media Department of Energy & Climate Change, Carbon Trust, Solar Installer, Photon, Solar in Building Design & Construction, Sun & Wind Energy
Associations & Academia REA, SER, ASIF, GIFI EPIA, SEIA, SEPA, PV Group, IPVEA , ISES, JPEA, BSW, CSIA Fraunhofer Institute, Royal Institute of British Architect (RIBA) NRF
Membership categories Full Members (fee based)
Full Members (cont.)
– MCS Certified Installers & System Integrators
– National Solar Association
– Distributors, Retailers & Resellers
– Consultancy firms & engineering companies
– Production equipment manufacturers – Material & Components suppliers including BOS
– Other associations
– Energy suppliers & utilities – Recruitment & training companies
– Architects – National homebuilders & developers – Roofing companies – Financial institutions, investors and banks – Solar module manufacturers
Associate Members (no fee) – Governmental organisations & institutions – Educational institutions – Research organisations
Full details on our website www.bpva.org.uk
Snapshot of members
Closing remarks
The British Photovoltaic Association - Our mission
To educate and inform To stimulate and facilitate growth To support and maximise the potential of PV
Thank you for your time James Steynor, CEO BPVA james.steynor@bpva.org.uk www.bpva.org.uk