- 2 Oct 2026 - Webinar - Solar Funding 101 with Jaltech
Solar Funding 101: Cash, Finance, Rental or PPA?
Which solar funding option is right for your project or your client?
In this practical webinar, Jonty Sacks from Jaltech joins IBC SOLAR South Africa to unpack the four main approaches to funding commercial solar projects: cash, finance, rental and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
The session explores how each option works, the advantages and considerations associated with different funding structures, and why the right solution depends on factors such as available capital, cash flow, ownership preferences, creditworthiness and the client's long-term objectives.
Jonty also discusses how access to funding can help installers and EPCs address one of the common barriers to project implementation, expand the pool of potential customers and provide clients with additional options when upfront capital is limited.
The webinar also covers:
• Current trends in the South African commercial solar funding market
• How cash, finance, rental and PPA structures differ
• Fixed and tariff-based PPA structures
• How to determine which funding option may suit a particular client
• How funding can support installers and EPCs during the sales process
• Jaltech's approach to working with EPCs and evaluating projects
• The relationship between IBC SOLAR, Jaltech and our installer partnersWatch the full recording and download the presentation below.
- 15 Sept 2026 - SolarConnect - powered by Huawei
Thank you for joining us at SolarConnect powered by Huawei.
As we continue to grow and improve SolarConnect and future industry events, we would greatly appreciate your feedback even just a few bullet points! Whether it relates to the presentation topics, venue, networking format, content shared, or overall experience, your input will help us create even more meaningful events going forward.
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- 18 Aug 2026 - In-person Session - Huawei Product & Solution Overview Training | Cape Town
Led by Muzakkir from Huawei, this 90-minute session provided an in-depth Huawei Product and Solution Overview, giving attendees a better understanding of Huawei's product portfolio, solutions and how the technologies work together within an integrated energy ecosystem.
Event Details
- Date: 18 August 2026
- Time: 10:00
- Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Venue: IBC SOLAR Cape Town Office
- Training: Huawei Product and Solution Overview
- Presented by: Muzakkir, Huawei
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HUAWEI LUNA2000-(2236-5015) Series Smart String Grid Forming ESS:
- 27 May 2026 - Webinar - IBC SOLAR l meteocontrol
Discover how to unlock the full potential of your solar PV systems with Meteocontrol VCOM monitoring and analysis tools. In this IBC SOLAR South Africa webinar, Alton Mbedzi walks through the Meteocontrol VCOM platform, covering everything from system setup and technical configuration to smart alarms, reporting, SCADA integration, and real-time performance monitoring. This session is ideal for:
- Solar EPCs
- O&M teams
- Asset managers
- Technical installers
- Commercial and utility-scale solar professionals
Meteocontrol’s VCOM platform helps streamline solar plant monitoring, improve system visibility, reduce downtime, and optimise energy yield across residential, commercial, and utility-scale installations.
Topics covered:
- Creating and configuring systems in VCOM
- Integrating inverters and data loggers
- Technical data setup and performance calculations
- Smart alarms and automated fault analysis
- Power flow visualisation
- SCADA and grid compliance solutions
- Multi-brand inverter integration
- Monitoring optimisation and reporting tools
- 21 May 2026 - SolarConnect - hosted by SolarMD & powered by Victron Energy and Schletter
Thank you for joining us at SolarConnect hosted at SolarMD and powered by Schletter and Victron Energy.
We appreciate you taking the time to attend the event and hope you found the panel discussion, networking session, and factory tour valuable and insightful.
As we continue to grow and improve SolarConnect and future industry events, we would greatly appreciate your feedback even just a few bullet points! Whether it relates to the panel discussion topics, venue, networking format, content shared, or overall experience, your input will help us create even more meaningful events going forward.
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- 20 May 2026 - Hands-on Training - IBC SOLAR l meteocontrol
- 14 April 2026 - Hands-on Training - IBC SOLAR l Schletter
- 25-27 Mar 2026 - SolarConnect & Solar & Storage Live Africa JHB
- 19-20 Mar 2026 - Partner Coneference
- 25 Feb 2026 - In-person Session - Maximising ROI with New SolarMD and Victron Solutions
2025
- 12 Nov 2025 - Victron Energy - EcoSolar 30/72 Launch and Demonstration
On 12 November 2025, Victron Energy and Solar MD hosted a product showcase and collaborative training session featuring the launch of the EcoSolar 30/72, supported by live demonstrations of integrated Solar MD and Victron Energy solutions. Attendees learned about the collaboration between the two brands and its role in advancing training and innovation within the renewable energy sector, explored the Hybrid Generator market and the capabilities of the new EcoSolar 30/72, gained insights into real-world applications and system design considerations, and experienced practical demonstrations of the product in action. The programme included a welcome and introduction, a product reveal with a live demo and Q&A, an overview of the Victron Energy and SolarMD interactive training courses, a SolarMD factory tour, and concluded with networking and refreshments.
- 30 Oct 2025 - SolarConnect (CPT) with LONGi, SolarMD, Schletter, and Huawei
- 29 Oct 2025 - Webinar - IBC SOLAR | Schletter Webinar
Date: 29 October 2025
In this session, we unpacked the latest innovations in solar mounting technology for both rooftop and ground-mount installations. The Schletter team joined us for a technical walk-through of their new product range now available through IBC SOLAR, with a strong focus on South African conditions, installer practicality, and long-term system reliability.
We covered:
- New Schletter mounting solutions added to the IBC SOLAR portfolio
- Rooftop systems for pitched, IBR and concealed-fix roofs
- Ground-mount structures engineered for local wind and environmental loads
- Design best practices, ventilation considerations, and wind loading essentials
- Professional design tools: S Calc 3 and Creator
- Kit-based systems that streamline installation and reduce site risk
Ideal for installers, EPCs, and engineers, this session delivered practical guidance to improve project quality, reduce errors, and build PV systems that last.
- 23 Oct 2025 - Webinar - IBC SOLAR l meteocontrol
Date: 23 Oct 2025
Start Time: 09:30 - 11:00
From Monitoring to Control: De-Risking your Projects with Alton Mbedzi
What to expect:
- Why visibility and control matter for financiers in grid-tied and hybrid projects.
- Monitoring with VCOM Cloud – portfolio and real-time insights.
- Grid code compliance – how automated controls protect profitability.
- Generator integration – ensuring uptime, optimising dispatch, and reducing costs.
- Q&A
- 17 Sept 2025 - SolarConnect (JHB) with Schletter, LONGi and Huawei
- 10 Sept 2025 - Webinar - IBC SOLAR l BYD Webinar
BYD Webinar
Date: 10 Sept 2025
Learn how to design, size, and install BYD’s Max Lite Indoors and LV5 / LV5 Plus battery systems for commercial and residential applications in South Africa.
In this IBC SOLAR South Africa webinar, Ivan Holdsworth from BYD walked through the BYD ecosystem — from cell manufacturing to complete storage solutions — and then dived into practical, installer-focused detail on the Max Lite range.
In this session attendees learned:
- Who BYD was: global footprint, LFP cell technology, and safety (incl. nail-penetration test)
- Where Max Lite Indoors fitted: typical C&I use cases, self-consumption and tariff savings
- Technical specs: voltage ranges, stack sizes (4–11 modules), C-rating, temperature limits
- Compatible inverters (Deye, GoodWe, Solis, Mega Revo, etc.) and how to match module count to inverter voltage windows
- Installation guidelines: rack assembly, spacing, airflow, earthing, and IP20 indoor requirements
- PDU layout, DC connections, terminations, and parallel tower configuration
- Commissioning via the Max Lite app (firmware updates, time setting, inverter selection)
- Safety and best practice: SOC alignment when expanding banks, derating in cold conditions, DC-arcing risks, proper fuse operation
- LV5 & LV5 Plus overview: low-voltage residential/commercial use, parallel configurations, LED status codes, and quick commissioning
Whether attendees were EPCs, installers, or engineers, the session gave them the detail needed to spec, install, and commission BYD storage correctly — with a strong focus on South African grid and tariff realities.
- 29 Aug 2025 - Mini SolarConnect (CPT) with SolarMD and Schletter
Mini SolarConnect (CPT) with SolarMD and Schletter
Date: 29 Aug 2025
Exclusive SolarConnect: Factory tour, tech showcase, Schletter intro & padel fun with Solar MD.
- 30 July 2025 - Webinar - IBC SOLAR l NEW SolarMD Outdoor Cabinet
New SolarMD Outdoor Cabinet
Date: 30 July 2025
In this webinar, IBC SOLAR and SolarMD revealed the new SolarMD Outdoor Cabinet, a flexible, all-in-one energy storage solution designed for outdoor use. The session explored how this cabinet simplifies installation, supports various system sizes, and enhances energy resilience for both commercial and residential projects. Watch the recording to see how this new solution can help you deliver smarter, more adaptable solar installations.
STS-KS Series STC Module Technical Datasheet
Mars-125KT PCS Module Tehnical Data
- 25 June 2025 - Webinar - IBC SOLAR | Upgraded Solar MD Battery Range
Upgraded Solar MD Battery Range
Date: 25 June 2025
IBC SOLAR Webinar | Solar MD’s Upgraded Battery Range In this exclusive IBC SOLAR webinar, Solar MD's Alexander Joist unveils the latest updates to their lithium battery range, rolling out from July 2025. Learn all about the new 16 kWh battery modules featuring upgraded CATL cells. Plus, get answers to key installer questions on BMS firmware, balancing, compatibility with older modules, and integration with systems like Victron and Sunsynk.
- 29 May 2025 - Webinar - IBC SOLAR | GoodWe & BYD Training
GoodWe and BYD Training
Date: 29 May 2025
HV system, touch on LV Commissioning of GoodWe inverters Compatibility with BYD Troubleshooting for BYD & GoodWe Practical illustrations
- 26 Feb 2025 - Webinar - IBC SOLAR | Maximising Profits with Energy Storage: Beating the Tariff Hike with SolarMD
IBC SOLAR | Maximising Profits with Energy Storage: Beating the Tariff Hike with SolarMD
Date: 26 February 2025
With electricity tariffs increasing by 12.7% in 2025 and grid instability becoming a daily challenge, solar with battery storage is no longer optional—it’s essential! In this webinar, we explore how SolarMD’s advanced battery solutions and IBC SOLAR’s expertise can help businesses and homeowners:
- Reduce electricity bills with peak shaving & arbitrage
- Achieve energy independence and protect against load shedding
- Maximise ROI with scalable solar + storage solutions
- Implement best practices for energy management
Don’t let rising energy costs affect your business or home! Watch this session to learn how to take control of your energy future.
- 13 Feb 2025 - Webinar - PV Manager Basics Training
PV Manager Basics Training
Date: 13 February 2025
Master PVManager for Efficient Solar System Design!
Missed our PVManager Basics Training? Watch the recording now for a comprehensive overview of this powerful solar planning software. Led by Jama Kananelo, this session covers everything you need to optimise your solar designs and streamline project planning.
What You’ll Learn:
- Project Setup: Enter site details, commissioning info, and location-based environmental data.
- System Planning: Define roof types, dimensions, and obstacles like chimneys or walls.
- PV Array Design: Select panel types, orientation, and mounting configurations with real-time 3D simulations.
- Shading Analysis: Simulate sun movement to optimise panel placement and avoid losses.
- Inverter Selection & Configuration: Match inverters to your system with auto or manual dimensioning.
- Cable & Connection Planning: Ensure proper DC/AC cabling, safety considerations, and energy flow analysis.
- Quotation & Reports: Auto-generate bills of materials, financial reports, and custom-branded proposals.
Why Watch?
Gain hands-on insights to design efficient, cost-effective solar installations while reducing errors and improving project accuracy. Plus, integrate your design directly into the IBC Solar Shop for seamless ordering!