ForumTech 2025: Technological Innovations in the Photovoltaic Industry. Plenary Session 2.1

The ForumTech 2025 brings together industry experts, researchers, academics, and professionals to discuss the latest innovations and future trends in the photovoltaic field. During the conference, participants will have the opportunity to explore new technologies, innovative materials, and advanced solutions to improve the eCiciency and integration of photovoltaics into existing infrastructures.

The morning will open with an introductory session on the current state of the photovoltaic industry and its future prospects, followed by in-depth discussions on storage systems and advanced maintenance and monitoring technologies. The afternoon will focus on integrating photovoltaics into smart cities, exploring synergies between photovoltaics and electric mobility, and a round table on the future of photovoltaics. The conference will oCer ample networking opportunities, fostering the exchange of ideas and collaboration among participants.

Program

PV Modules: Technologies for end-of-life management

Introduces and moderates
Andrea Rovera, coordinator GdL Production chain and sustainable procurement, Italia Solare

• impact of art 9 of the NZIA regulation on material circularity for PV modules;
• the current status of material recovery center management and future prospects;
• the evolution of disposal costs and impact on operators' costs;
• The challenges of collecting forms in the domestic and professional circuit.

Speakers
Valentina Negri, Head of Management, Cobat Raee
Cristian Gullino - Head of Research, Development and Innovation, Consorzio ERP Italia
​Rosa Narcisi – Country Manager, PV CYCLE