Women+ in Concentrated Solar, with the valuable support and organization by ATA Insights, is happy to present their webinar on “Decarbonising industrial heat: European insights, real case studies, and cost-effective solutions“, held online on April 16, 2026 @ 11 am CET (duration: 1h).

The decarbonisation of industrial heat is no longer a distant ambition but an immediate business challenge. As energy costs rise and regulatory pressure intensifies, industries face a critical question: how to transition away from fossil fuels without increasing operational risk or compromising competitiveness?

Industrial players are navigating a complex landscape where electrification, thermal energy storage, and concentrated solar thermal technologies offer promising solutions, but their feasibility varies significantly depending on local conditions. Differences in electricity prices, grid structures, and tariff schemes across countries such as Spain, the Netherlands, and the UK can directly determine whether these solutions are viable or not. Without clear data, comparative insights, and real operational experience, making the right decisions becomes increasingly complex.

In this webinar, you will gain a clear and data-driven understanding of how thermal energy storage and concentrated solar thermal solutions can decarbonise industrial heat. We will also combine comparative analysis across Spain, the Netherlands, and the UK, and gain real operational insights from the Heineken brewery in Seville, as well as obtaining a global perspective on economic viability.

• Understand how electricity prices, grid fees, and energy mixes in Spain, the Netherlands, and the UK impact the feasibility of industrial heat electrification
• Learn how thermal energy storage can optimise energy use and improve flexibility in industrial processes below 400 °C
• Explore the real-world integration of concentrated solar thermal technology at the Heineken brewery in Seville
• Assess the economic viability of solar process heat based on global market trends and recent studies
• Identify practical pathways to reduce emissions while maintaining cost-efficiency and industrial competitiveness

Speakers:

• Leyre Allende, O&M Project Manager at Engie Heineken brewery in Sevilla
• Juliane Hinsch, Independent Expert, formerly BSW-Solar
• Sabrina Hasni, Representative of Women+ in Concentrated Solar leadership team
• Cristina Galán, ATA Insights, Content & Event Manager [Moderator]

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Women+ in Concentrated Solar, with the valuable support and organization by ATA Insights, is happy to present their webinar on “Solar thermal growth: exploring the social and policy dynamics beyond technology“, held online on March 19, 2025 @ 11 am CET (duration: 1h).

This webinar explores the intersection of social, policy, and gender dimensions in the development of Concentrated Solar.

The first session will introduce the vital role of women in concentrated solar (CS), and highlight the policies needed to support CS growth, especially relevant in view of “diversity, equity, and inclusion” (DEI) program cancellation in the USA.

The second talk will dive into IRENA’s recent report on the job requirements for CS development, with a focus on leveraging local capacity for a sustainable CS workforce.

Finally, we will address the broader social and policy challenges shaping the European Green Deal, examining issues like cross-sector collaboration, social acceptance, and gender equality, and how these factors influence the future of renewable energy. 

Key takeaways:

• Policy frameworks for CS expansion: why “diversity, equity, and inclusion” (DEI) and other gender equality programs matter for technological innovation, and what is needed beyond simple cost reduction for CS growth.
• Local content and job creation: discover strategies for integrating local content in CS projects and leveraging local capacities to build a sustainable workforce, as highlighted in IRENA’s recent report.
• Social and policy dynamics in the EU Green Deal: explore the broader social and policy challenges influencing the European Green Deal, including cross-sector collaboration, social acceptance, and gender equality, and their impact on the future of renewable energy. 

Speakers:

• Celia García-Baños, Programme Officer – Policy, Gender and Socioeconomics
• Yelda Erden Topal, Researcher in SSH, Gender and Policy Aspects of Sustainable Transitions
• Alina Gilmanova, Co-founder of Women+ in Concentrated Solar [Moderator] 

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Women+ in Concentrated Solar, with the valuable support and organization by ATA Insights, is happy to present their webinar on “Securing funding from research to project development stages: promoting diversity in project leadership“, which was held online on December 3, 2024 @ 5 pm CET (duration: 1h).

Join us for an empowering webinar in collaboration with Women+ in Concentrated Solar designed to elevate your skills and knowledge on securing funding—from the initial research phase through to project development. This session is dedicated to promoting diversity in renewable energy project leadership. You’ll gain tools, strategies, and valuable tips to enhance your chances of obtaining financial support, from the initial search to the application process. By empowering diverse actors, we support their ability to lead impactful projects.

Since funding opportunities are rarely technology-specific, this webinar will focus on funding options for renewable energy (RES) projects in general, with a particular emphasis on those available specifically for CST projects.

This webinar is a skill-building session for individuals and organizations seeking funding for renewable energy projects. It covers the entire journey from initial research to project development. A primary aim is to empower and equip diverse leaders in the renewable energy sector with practical tools and strategies for successfully securing funding.

Key Takeaways:

• Discover Effective Strategies: Learn how to improve your chances of obtaining funding for impactful and sustainable projects.
• Funding Call Insights: Gain valuable tips and insights into CST funding calls and how to prepare a compelling proposal.
• Bankability Pillars: Explore the five pillars that drive the bankability of commercial renewable projects.

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your projects to the next level!

Speakers:

• Vanessa Ferreira, Team Manager at IDENER & EU Project Coordinator
• Adeline Duclos, Associate Programme Officer, Renewable energy project finance division at IRENA 
• Meriem Chaanaoui, Assistant Professor, Women+ in Concentrated Solar
• Marina Casanova, Renewable Energies Researcher, Women+ in Concentrated Solar [Moderator] 

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Women+ in Concentrated Solar, with the valuable support and organization by ATA Insights, is happy to present their webinar on “The untapped potential of small scale CSP“, which was held online on January 16, 2024 @ 1 pm CET (duration: 1h).

CSP is emerging as a dynamic solution in the renewable energy landscape. Unlike its large-scale counterparts, small-scale CSP systems are designed with modularity in mind, providing a flexible and scalable approach to energy generation. Whether it’s powering a remote community, an agricultural operation, or an individual residence, these systems can be tailored to meet specific energy needs, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional power sources.

The decentralized nature of small-scale CSP is a game-changer. By bringing solar energy generation closer to the point of use, these systems reduce dependence on centralized grids, especially in off-grid or remote areas. This decentralization not only enhances energy access but also promotes resilience, making small-scale CSP a key player in the quest for sustainable and locally-driven energy solutions.

Beyond electricity generation, small-scale CSP showcases its versatility in various applications. From providing heat for industrial processes to supporting agricultural activities like crop drying, the potential applications are diverse.

Join this webinar to learn how small-scale CSP stands out as a technology that empowers communities and businesses alike to harness the abundant power of the sun:

• Discover the need and solutions available on small scale CSP to provide affordable and sustainable energy solutions for industrial process heat and rural on/off-grid applications
• Learn about small-scale concentrated solar power systems
• Access an example of a practical case on small-scale concentrated solar power system

Speakers

Moderator: Belén Gallego, CEO, ATA Insights

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Women+ in Concentrated Solar, with the valuable support and organization by ATA Insights, is happy to announce their first webinar on “How thermal energy storage makes variable renewables dispatchable”, which will be held online on May 25, 2023 @ 1 pm CEST.

Energy storage is the key to secure resilience, reliability and dispatchability in the grid even when the energy mix is based on variable renewables. However, while there is a lot of awareness about batteries, thermal storage is still a largely unknown treasure to be distpachable – coming at third or less of the cost.  In this webinar 5 thermal energy storage talk about the experience with thermal storage in Spain, China and Morocco and the new R&D technology that will revolutionize storing energy with longer durations, better round trip efficiencies and more competitive costs.  

Join this webinar and…

• Hear about state-of-the-art of thermal energy storage developments in China, Spain and Morocco and understand the impact it has in renewable energy industry growth
• Analyze the main promising innovation efforts under development worldwide and when they will be deployed in commercial projects
• Study thermal storage technology close up to understand how large commercial capacity systems figures

Speakers

• Esther Rojas: Senior Scientist from Plataforma Solar de Almería (PSA) in CIEMAT
• Mª Del Rocío Bayon: Researcher and Coordinator of the Thermal Storage Unit from Plataforma Solar de Almería (PSA) in CIEMAT
• Teresa Gong: Deputy Director of Global Business Development of Cosin Solar
• Yan Wang: associate professor of Institute of Electrical Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences
• Khadija Elalami: postdoc at Green Energy Park
• Cristina Galán: Content & Event Manager at ATA Insights [Moderator]

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