Announcement posted by marcus evans, summits division 08 Oct 2010
Interview with: Guillermo Bouzas, Senior Design - Industrial Engineer, Grupo Montebalito
Dubai, UAE, October 7, 2010 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Having a diversified power generation portfolio is very important for ensuring a constant supply of energy to consumers, says Guillermo Bouzas, Senior Design - Industrial Engineer at Grupo Montebalito. However, it can be very windy one day and calm the next, therefore the sun is the most warranted energy resource of all in the Middle East and Africa. From a sponsor company at the marcus evans Power Generation MEA Summit 2010 taking place in Dubai, UAE, 29 November to 1 December, Bouzas shares his thoughts on how to take advantage of solar energy through rooftop solar panel installations.
Why are solar installations ideal for the Middle East and Africa?
Guillermo Bouzas: There is a great opportunity for building solar photovoltaic plants in the Middle East, as the resource of solar energy is available all year round. Power generation directors can initiate a new era in solar panel installations on rooftops, as the technology is just beginning to be taken up in the region.
What is the best way of taking advantage of this technology?
Guillermo Bouzas: It is important to have the generation facilities as close as possible to where the energy will be consumed. Solar panel installations can have a capacity of a few kilowatts to many megawatts, which can be re-powered as requirements grow.
Another advantage to solar panels is that they make no noise, produce no emissions and can be integrated into the design of the building to ensure minimum visual impact.
The best way is to let experts assess the company first and start off with a pilot solar plant on a rooftop to experience how it works and what results to expect, before making the decision to install more panels or to build more plants.
What is your outlook for the future?
Guillermo Bouzas: Solar photovoltaic panels have a great future because the solar resource is all around the world and does not belong to one region or country. The cost of the panels is 60 to 65 per cent of investment, therefore with prices decreasing, I see a bright future ahead.
Having a diversified power generation portfolio is very important; one day there can be a lot of wind and none the day after. As renewable resources are not constant, it is important to have different ways of generating electricity in the portfolio to ensure a constant supply to consumers. This makes the sun an ideal source of energy in this region - it shines every day of the year, some days sunnier than others, but always there.
What long-term strategies would you recommend?
Guillermo Bouzas: The Middle East and Africa need to open their eyes to how others are making use of photovoltaic panels. Solar technologies work really well and are a good source of generating energy for the future as people become more cautious of the effects of climate change. Investors will soon realise the benefits of such technologies after taking into account the availability of the resource in the region and the ease of installation.
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Aboutthe Power Generation MEA Summit 2010
This unique forum will take place at the Park Hyatt Dubai, UAE, 29 November - 1 December 2010. Offering much more than any conference, exhibition or trade show, this exclusive meeting will bring together esteemed industry thought leaders and solution providers to a highly focused and interactive networking event. The summit includes presentations on maximising output, achieving a cost-effective and diversified energy portfolio and efficient plant management strategies.
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About Grupo Montebalito
Montebalito Energas Renovables S.L. (MER) was founded in 2006 as subsidiary of GRUPO MONTEBALITO S.A. with headquarters in Madrid. Mer is a platform for the development of renewable energy business focused on solar photovoltaic, independent from the real estate business, operating in a national and international scope, provided with a specialized engineering team work, legal advisor, finance and purchase department. The photovoltaic solar energy provides a lot of benefits, with high profitability and minimum maintenance.
For more information: http://www.montebalito.com