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The Future of Solar Energy for Businesses
Explore what’s next for solar energy in this expert-led fireside chat featuring Conall Bolger and Mark Kane. Moderated by the Institute of Sustainability Studies, the session will unpack current trends, adoption challenges, breakthrough innovations, and the future role of solar in global decarbonisation. Gain expert insights into technologies like floating solar and perovskites, and how policy, investment, and business integration shape the path to a net-zero energy future.
What’s covered in the session:
• Adoption trends: Where is solar gaining traction—and why?
• Key barriers: What’s holding back broader rollout?
• Policy & finance: How do regulation and investment unlock growth?
• Net-zero role: How critical is solar to climate targets?
- 8th May 2025
- 1:00 PM – 1:40 PM (UTC+1)
- Online, via Zoom
About the Speakers
Conall Bolger
CEO, Irish Solar Energy Association
Conall Bolger is the CEO of the Irish Solar Energy Association, bringing nearly two decades of experience in energy markets and policy. He has worked across the energy value chain, from community and customer site projects to large-scale onshore and offshore wind development. He founded and led Cornwall Insight’s Irish operations and has international renewables experience in Poland, Canada, and the UK.
Mark Kane
CEO, Sustainabil-IT.ie
Mark is credited with establishing the concept of “Sustainable Digital Transformation”, used first to describe the 5-year transformation programme he implemented as Global Head of Information Solutions at Mainstream Renewable Power. Now CEO of Sustainabil-IT.ie, a sustainability and technology consultancy, he advises organisations on how they can leverage technology to drive sustainability and ESG transformation initiatives.
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- 15th Aug 2024
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- 27th Jun 2024
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- 9th May 2024
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- 25th Apr 2024
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learn the key principles of sustainability leadership, including long-term vision, and innovation. Explore characteristics of effective leaders, such as passion, visionary leadership, and emotional intelligence. The session will also cover strategies for integrating sustainability into the boardroom, focusing on board composition, strategic planning, and risk management.
- 11th Apr 2024
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Business Planning
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- 14th Mar 2024
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- 15th Feb 2024
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- 28th Mar 2024
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- 16th Nov 2023
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- 19th Oct 2023
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- 7th Sep 2023
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- Michael Costello
- 13th July 2023
As the business landscape continues to evolve, ESG considerations have emerged as essential drivers of sustainable business growth. By understanding and effectively navigating the ESG landscape, companies can position themselves for success in the long term while creating positive social and environmental impact.
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