Entrepreneur/entrepreneurship/enterprise

The Renewable Energy Entrepreneurship Eco-System

Advancements in solar and wind energy technologies

Energy storage innovations (batteries, hydrogen, etc.)

Smart grids and digital transformation in energy

AI, IoT, and blockchain applications in renewable energy

Design thinking and problem-solving frameworks

Identifying energy challenges and opportunities for innovation

Brainstorming techniques and idea generation

Overview of Renewable Energy Policies in South Africa

Licensing and Permits for Renewable Energy Entrepreneurs

Certification and Compliance for Solar and Wind Projects

Legal Aspects of Energy Trading & Net Metering

Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations

Theme 1 – Identifying your customers

Theme 2 – Value proposition for the customers

Theme 3 – Reaching and acquiring customers

Theme 4 – Generating an income from your product or service

Theme 5 – Designing and building your product or service

Theme 6 – Scaling up your business

Business financing models

Accessing external finance

Sources of funding available

Navigating credit versus equity dynamics

Procurement Processes and contracts

Stock and materials management