The Solar Technology Excellence Awards 2024, a prestigious event celebrating innovation and leadership in the solar energy sector, was held at a local hotel in Lahore. The ceremony, organized by Energy Update in partnership with the Ministry of Energy (Power Division), Private Power Infrastructure Board (PPIB), and Pakistan Solar Association, recognized 28 companies for their outstanding contributions to the advancement of solar energy in Pakistan.
The event was graced by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, who served as the Chief Guest. In his address, Governor Kundi highlighted the significance of solar energy in alleviating the burden of rising electricity costs on the Pakistani populace. He emphasized the government’s commitment to expanding the use of clean energy to reduce the nation’s dependence on imported fossil fuels.
Managing Editor of Energy Update and Chairman of the Organizing Committee, Mr. Naeem Qureshi, welcomed attendees and outlined the rigorous criteria and transparent nominations process that led to the selection of award winners. He highlighted that the nominations underwent careful scrutiny by a panel of esteemed judges to ensure fairness and merit. Mr. Qureshi praised the exceptional achievements of the honorees, noting their pivotal roles in driving innovation and sustainability in the solar industry.
Shah Jahan Mirza, Managing Director of PPIB, echoed these sentiments, expressing confidence that the efforts recognized at this conference would significantly contribute to Pakistan’s clean energy goals. He congratulated the award recipients for their leadership and ingenuity in various sectors of the solar power industry, including domestic, commercial, and industrial applications.
Governor Kundi presented awards to representatives from 28 leading companies, including:
SOLIS Inverters, Shenzhen Growatt New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., Huawei International Co., Limited, GoodWe Technologies Co., Ltd., Inverex Solar Energy, Huasun Energy Co., Limited, Ziewnic Pvt Limited, Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd., Enercap Energy Holdings Ltd, Astronergy Solar, Sogo Group of Companies, Dyness Digital Energy Technology Co., Ltd., ESL Renewables (Pvt.) Limited, Albario Engineering Pvt Limited, Crown Solar Energy, Voltaic Power Private Limited, Netline Group of Companies, AMA Energy Services Pvt Limited, Meezan Bank Ltd, ACM Group of Industries, Decent Solar, New Rabia Enterprises, Landmark Energy, Universal Cables Industries Limited, Tri Angels Electronics (Pvt.) Ltd, American Solar, Solar Power 99 and NRTC Energies Pvt Ltd.
These companies were recognized for their excellence in various categories, reflecting the diverse and innovative landscape of solar energy in Pakistan.
The event was generously sponsored by industry leaders including SOLIS Inverters, Shenzhen Growatt New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., Huawei International Co., Limited, GoodWe Technologies Co., Ltd., Inverex Solar Energy, Huasun Energy Co., Limited, Ziewnic Pvt Limited, Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd., Enercap Energy Holdings Ltd, Astronergy Solar, Sogo Group of Companies, Dyness Digital Energy Technology Co., Ltd., and Sustainable Development Policy Institute.
The Solar Technology Excellence Awards 2024 underscored the critical role of renewable energy in Pakistan’s future and celebrated the companies that are leading the charge toward a more sustainable and energy-secure nation.
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