The partnership aims to usher in a new era of quality and safety in solar installations, as concerns over the quality of solar PV installations have become more common.
The industry body aims to address this issue by redoubling its efforts to instill public confidence, with its PVGC programme standing as an industry hallmark for quality assurance.
Speaking during the partnership parley yesterday, the SAPVIA CEO, Dr Rethebile Melamu noted that, South African public has come to trust its PVGC-accredited members for solar installations that adhere to the highest quality standards.
The renewable energy executive explained that all certified PVGC installation companies are registered electrical contractors with the Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) and employ PVGC-assessed individuals.
The green economy expert said, Bravo Scan will be integral to skills development within the PVGC ecosystem and will also assist with inspections of installations.
She urged the public to use only the services of credible solar power installation companies, adding that the partnership also aspires to enlighten end-users about their responsibilities in selecting solar installation companies.
Dr. Melamu who is also the conference speaker for Solar Power Africa 2023, assured consumers that their investment aligns with the most stringent safety and compliance protocols and that their solar PV installations will function as advertised, standing up to the test of time.
She promised South African public that Bravo Scan will conduct meticulous investigations and audits to ensure that solar PV installations adhere to all relevant safety and compliance standards.
SAPVIA urges suppliers and consumers to read more about the PVGC programme on its website, to take an informed step towards South Africa’s sustainable energy future.
“Collaborating closely with our new quality assessment partner Bravo Scan, we aim to further intensify the objectivity and rigour with which we oversee the activities of our certified PVGC installation companies.
“This will allow us to further improve quality and compliance, making sure that we are making the most of our abundant solar energy resources at every installation site. Bravo Scan’s endorsement by both the DEL and South African National Accreditation System gives an additional layer of credibility and authority to the PVGC.
“A key goal is to bridge the knowledge gap between clients and installers, allowing consumers to make highly informed choices around which solar solutions to invest in,” she concluded.
SAPVIA is a non profit industry association that aims to promote the increased deployment of Solar PV technology in South Africa.