Author(s):	Gunning, R.; Bates, J.R.; McNelis, B.
Organization:	IT Power Ltd, Grove House, Lutyens Close Chineham Hampshire RG24 8AG, United Kingdom
Date of issue:	October 2002
Details:	5 pages
Type:	Paper IEA  PVPS Task 9
Presented at:	PV in Europe. From PV technology to energy solutions. Conference and exhibition, 7-11 October 2002, Rome, Italy
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Abstract:	This paper presents the progress of Task 9 of the International Energy Agency’s Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme. The overall mission of the IEA PVPS Programme is to encourage international collaboration efforts through which photovoltaic energy becomes a significant renewable energy option in the near future. An important part of the work of Task 9 is the preparation and dissemination of Recommended Practice Guides (RPGs) for the deployment requirements of PV, and the compilation of case studies on PV implementation programmes. The guides are both technical and non-technical in nature and cover a range of issues. The RPGs are targeted at both the PV programme implementation agencies (multi-lateral agencies, bi-lateral agencies, governments, NGOs and utilities) as well as at financing institutions and capacity builders. The first of the guides: Financing Mechanisms for Solar Home Systems in Developing Countries – The Role of Financing in the Dissemination Process was published in September 2002. Following the launch of the RPGs a comprehensive dissemination strategy will be implemented through a series of targeted workshops and seminars. Feedback from these activities will be incorporated into the guides to ensure that they both fully reflect the views of the developing nations and are likely to be utilised and incorporated into manuals of the relevant implementing agencies.

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