Today’s Solutions for Tomorrow’s Reality
All signs indicate that 2009 could be a major turning point for
U.S. renewable energy firms. As such, the U.S. Department
of Commerce in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy
and the U.S.. Export/Import Bank will lead a dedicated Solar
Trade Mission to India set for March 22nd -27th, 2009. This
groundbreaking mission offers U.S. firms a cost effective way to
meet potential business partners and government decision makers
who are on the forward edge of shaping India's solar energy
sector.
Apply to be part of the Solar Trade Mission
The final registration deadline is February 13,
2008. Please contact Cynthia Torres at (760)
342-1310 or via email at: Cynthia.Torres@
mail.doc.gov
India's Daily Energy Challenge and the Road
Ahead
Energy demand in India is expected to grow at an annual rate of
6% over next 10 years. Finding adequate supplies of energy to
satisfy this increased demand is a significant challenge. The
Indian energy sector continues to struggle to overcome chronic
energy shortages. A new era of solar awareness is beginning
to emerge in India. Both the private sector and government
entities are moving toward the creation of what could prove to be
THE most vibrant solar energy market of the future. India’s
visionaries are looking ahead toward turning barren wastelands
into “Integrated Solar Energy Hubs” for the entire country.
Government of India
Support
India's energy sector has undergone a significant renaissance
over the last decade as a number of new policies have created
institutions & the government support that's needed to see
projects through to completion. Clean energy has moved to
the forefront of India's energy generation, infrastructure &
investment activities. Increased foreign investor
opportunities for BOO of RE based generation via joint ventures
are gaining widespread support. Most recently, on January
6, 2009, the State Government of Gujarat announced the
implementation of the Solar Power Policy 2009
initiative.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Sacramento U.S. Export Assistance Center Director George Tastard, who's contact infornation is listed below. As your local U.S. Commercial Service representative, he is more than happy to meet with you and discuss how to meet your needs.
George Tastard, Director
Sacramento US Export Assistance Center
U.S. Commercial Service
U.S. Department of Commerce
1410 Ethan Way, Suite 131N
Sacramento CA 95825
Tel: 916-566-7170
Fax: 916-566-7123
E-Mail: George.Tastard@ mail.doc.gov
URL: https://www.buyusa.gov/sacramento/