Unlocking the Full Potential of Inverters Beyond PV and Storage Systems

For Future Energy Demands and Stable Grids in the Philippines

March 31st, 2023
2 PM - 6 PM (6PM - 8PM VVIP DINNER)
The Ascott Hotel, Makati City, Philippines
Technology advancement is the key to realizing the Philippines' potential to transition to a self-sufficient, decentralized and renewable energy supply.

Presented by SMA Technology and Escom Events, this seminar invites developers, contractors, with energy authority, and grid operators in the Philippines to explore the market opportunities, challenges and technology solutions. We will tap into topics such as PV/RE for energy needs, PV + DC coupled BESS, Grid forming BESS for power system stability, and intelligent energy management systems. We look forward to your active participation to shape the energy transition. For a climate-friendly, sustainable future in the Philippines.

We look forward to your active participation to shape the energy transition. For a climate-friendly, sustainable future in the Philippines.

Meet the Seminar Experts/Speakers
  • YOGESH SHARMA
    Head of Sales for Southeast Asia and South Asia
    SMA GROUP
  • CYRIAC LOYOLA
    Customer Project Manager - Utility PV & Large Scale Storage Projects
    SMA GROUP
  • MYRNA VELASCO
    Energy Journalist
    MANILA BULLETIN
  • HANZEL CUBANGBANG
    Senior Manager, Business Development
    Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation
  • FERDINAND BINONDO
    Chief, Solar and Wind Management Division
    Department of Energy, Renewable Energy Management Bureau
EVENT PROGRAM
March 31st, 2 PM - 6 PM
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Registration
3:00 - 3:10 PM
Opening Remarks
3:10 - 3:30 PM
Presentation by External Speaker
3:30 - 3:45 PM
An Overview of SMA
Yogesh Sharma, Head of Sales for Southeast Asia and South Asia, SMA GROUP
Yogesh Sharma, Head of Sales for Southeast Asia and South Asia has been associated for over 8 years with SMA, a leading technology company. With a background in engineering, he has consistently demonstrated his techno sales prowess and ability to deliver high-quality solutions for clients who want to take clean energy to the next level.


He is known for his strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Yogesh is also a lifelong learner and is constantly seeking new opportunities to improve his skills and stay at the forefront of the industry on skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Yogesh is also a lifelong learner and is constantly seeking new opportunities to improve his skills and stay at the forefront of the industry.
3:45 - 4:30 PM
In-depth Technical and Service Aspects of SMA Products and Solutions
CYRIAC LOYOLA, Customer Project Manager - Utility PV & Large Scale Storage Projects, SMA GROUP
Cyriac Loyola is the Customer Project Manager responsible for Utility PV and Large Scale Storage projects at SMA India in the APAC region. He is also, globally part of SMA’s advanced Engineering Services which cater to various complex technical project requirements.


With a background in Electrical Engineering and a Master‘s in Renewable Energy Management from the Technische Hochschule Köln, he has been active in the renewable energy and storage industry since 2011.


In over 5 years of his association with SMA, he has handled a varied range of projects and roles that requires a specialist focus on technology to match PV + storage systems with market applications and needs.
4:30 - 5:00 PM
Coffee and Tea Break
5:00 - 5:50 PM
Panel Discussion:
  • Unlocking the Full Potential of Inverters Beyond PV and Storage Systems for Future Energy Demands and Stable Grids in the Philippines
MODERATOR:
  • MANILA BULLETIN, Myrna Velasco, Energy Journalist
PANELISTS:
  • SMA GROUP, Cyriac Loyola, Customer Project Manager
  • SMA GROUP, Yogesh Sharma, Head of Sales for Southeast Asia and South Asia
  • CITICORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CORPORATION, Hanzel Cubangbang, Senior Manager - Business Development
  • DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY,  RENEWABLE ENERGY MANAGEMENT BUREAU, Ferdinand Binondo, Chief - Solar and Wind Management Division
6:00 PM
Networking Session and Closing Remarks
Your Benefits of Attending
  • 5 star food & drinks (tea breaks, coffee, snacks, refreshments)
  • Hearing from Solar & Storage Experts
  • High Energy Networking Session with Industry Peers
  • Receive Gifts from the Organizers
  • Be Updated with Solar & Storage Technological Advancements
  • EXCLUSIVE 5 Star-Dinner Session with Unlimited Drinks (Strictly by Invitation Only)
The Venue
The Ascott Hotel, Makati, Philippines
Amenities Provided
  • 5 star refreshments, tea, coffee, snancks
  • 5 star plated dinner (for selected delegates) with unlimited beverage and drinks supply
  • full event materials, delegate list and the presentation copies
  • Gifts from the organizers
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With nearly 40 years experience, SMA is the world's longest servicing solar inverter manufacturer. SMA is committed to driving the transition to clean, renewable energy for a sustainable future for generations to come.
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