Risks and Challenges of Solar Projects

By Insurance Institute Atlantic | January 6, 2025 | Last updated on January 29, 2025
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Risks and Challenges of Solar Projects-Webinar

Navigating Risks and Challenges of Utility-Scale Solar Projects in the Energy Transition.

As solar energy grows, professionals face new risks. This Webinar covers financial and insurance challenges, offering expert strategies to manage them!

As the global Energy Transition accelerates at an unprecedented pace, the development and deployment of new technologies—especially in solar energy—bring forth a complex risk environment for developers, contractors, owners, and insurance companies alike. With the rapid growth of utility-scale solar projects across North America, professionals in the field face evolving challenges. While solar projects offer immense potential, they remain a relatively new frontier for many, and their exponential rise is accompanied by significant risks and challenges.

From technical concerns to financial liabilities and insurance claims, understanding the intricacies of solar projects is critical for ensuring success and mitigating exposure.

Session Highlights-

Technical Risks: Learn about common issues in system design, installation, and equipment reliability that can affect the performance of solar projects.

Cost Challenges: Explore the financial risks tied to budget overruns, delays, and unexpected operational costs that frequently impact large-scale solar installations.

Claims & Insurance: Understand the evolving landscape of solar project insurance, including claim trends, coverage limitations, and emerging liability risks.

Lessons from the Field: Discover real-world examples and first-hand experiences from industry experts that provide valuable insights into overcoming project risks.

Join our experts Ben and Timothy as they share their experiences, discuss lessons learned, and provide actionable strategies to navigate the evolving complexities of solar projects.

Event date Feb 11, 2025
Event time 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (AST)
 Virtual
Organization nameThe Insurance Institute

Dr.Ben Daee
M.S., PhD
J.S.HELD

Timothy Dowden
Senior Vice President
J.S.HELD
Register with you local Insurance Institute:
IINB, IINS, IINL, IIPE
For any additional information contact:
Christine Doucet- cdoucet@insuranceinstitute.ca
Development Specialist IINB/IINS

Event Details:

Start Date: 11/02/2025

End Date: 11/02/2025

Website: https://www.insuranceinstitute.ca/