British Photovoltaic Association

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