Photovoltaic venture analysis. Final report. Volume I. Executive summary

Abstract

Volume_l..-Volumes II and III present details of the analytical assumptions, results, and background information.

Objectives and Strategies of the International Photovoltaic Program Plan

“…The major components of the very large market scenario are lighting and DOD applications, both of which are highly speculative markets. The recently completed report on the export potential for photovoltaic systems arrived at similar conclusions [2]. Table 2-2 presents the foreign market sales forecasts made in…”

“…As a starting point, available statistical information on current and potential markets will be reviewed by SERI staff.· Most of. this information is summarized in the Photovoltaic Venture Analysis [2]. This material will be used as needed to identify promismg markets.…”

“…Several sources have already identified federal programs that could accelerate solar exports and photovoltaics in particular [2,10,11,121. Preliminary interviews by the project team with the photovoltaic industry and U.S. government agencies plus other -initial findings of the analytical tasks suggest strategies and tactics that could be included in the plan.…”