The holy grail of solar energy is to reach grid parity and beat our traditional energy source, that’s why in the last few years solar research and development has focused on boosting efficiency and reducing prices. Today we are seeing real world cost reductions. This, combined with the fall in global demand for PV in 2008-2009, has led to a rapid crash in price for thin film and PV modules. The net result is that Balance of Systems/Balance of Plants (BoS/BoP) has become the critical cost factor in lowering your plant’s Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE). Improving your BoS/BoP is one of the fastest and smartest ways you can give your solar business a competitive advantage. The cost cuts you will gain from improving your BoS/BoP planning and design are vital - but in addition improved BoS/BoP will also have a strong impact on your plant’s future monitoring, efficiency and operations & maintenance. Better BoS/BoP will improve the operation of your plant throughout its entire life cycle! The Solar Balance of Systems & Balance of Plants Conference + Expo 2009 has been created to provide you with the exact information and leading strategies you need to master your BoS/BoP and unleash the full profit potential of your solar project.