Facing the Sun: Policy for sustainable grid-connected solar energy

This Presentation on "Facing the Sun: Policy for sustainable grid-connected solar energy" was delivered by Jonas Hamberg, Centre for Science and Environment, during the round table on solar energy policy, on 29 June 2012, organised by CSE in New Delhi, describing briefly the findings of the report on the same title. The presentation gives insights on previously uncovered issues with regard to implementation of the current policy framework for solar power in India. Issues with regard to land usage for setting up large scale solar power plants, effect on nearby communities, water usage and the current manufacturing slump in the market have been highlighted.