- Job Title
- Solar Advisory Lead EMEALA
- Company
- UL LLC
- Country
- U.S.
Mr. Barandalla has more than 15 years of experience in the solar photovoltaic industry as a renewable energy consultant and project manager. He currently serves as a Solar Advisory Lead for UL Solutions Advisory Team in Europe and Latin America. He has relevant experience in lender's (technical due diligence review and independent engineering services) and owner's engineer tasks for solar PV projects developed worldwide. Daniel has worked in key Merge and Acquisition (M&A) transactions for UL Solutions key clients overseeing portfolios of operating and development Solar PV assets worldwide. Furthermore, prior to joining UL Solutions, he focused as TA on commercial activities in Latin America with good expertise on Projects in Mexico, Chile, Brazil and other areas in Central America. He has been previously involved in Projects in the Asia Pacific Region, with experience in PV module audit inspections as well as providing training solutions for different stakeholders.
May 06, 2025Contractual Quality Assurance Smoothing the Path for Finance
03:05 pm - 03:20 pm
Utility-Scale Solar Power I: Trends in Development, Construction & Operation
The utility-scale solar segment expanded its market share in Europe last year despite growing challenges. Developers often still face long approval times, grid connection hurdles, and increasing local opposition to large ground-mounted projects. EPCs must navigate volatile prices and rapidly evolving product portfolios, while operators face declining market values for solar power in many European countries. Additionally, ESG compliance adds another layer of complexity across the value chain.
This session will provide:
- Key risks and opportunities for utility-scale solar developers in Europe
- Best practices for EPC and O&M of PV plants
- Asset management strategies for profitable long-term operations
- Panel discussion on how to successfully develop and operate utility-scale PV in Europe
May 06, 2025Panel Discussion: How to Overcome Obstacles for Utility-Scale Solar in Europe?
03:35 pm - 04:00 pm
Utility-Scale Solar Power I: Trends in Development, Construction & Operation
The utility-scale solar segment expanded its market share in Europe last year despite growing challenges. Developers often still face long approval times, grid connection hurdles, and increasing local opposition to large ground-mounted projects. EPCs must navigate volatile prices and rapidly evolving product portfolios, while operators face declining market values for solar power in many European countries. Additionally, ESG compliance adds another layer of complexity across the value chain.
This session will provide:
- Key risks and opportunities for utility-scale solar developers in Europe
- Best practices for EPC and O&M of PV plants
- Asset management strategies for profitable long-term operations
- Panel discussion on how to successfully develop and operate utility-scale PV in Europe