David Wedepohl

Job Title
Managing Director International Affairs
Company
BSW - German Solar Association
Country
Germany

David Wedepohl first came into contact with the solar industry while working for a US consulting firm before joining the German Solar Industry Association as Head of Market and Communications and spokesperson for the association. Today, he is responsible for all of the association's international activities outside of the EU. This now includes projects and partnerships in and with Africa, Latin America, Asia and the USA. He is a broadcast journalist trained at the international broadcaster Deutsche Welle and has studied and worked on both sides of the Atlantic. He earned his US degree as a Fulbright Scholar. He gained professional experience as a press and public diplomacy officer at the German Embassy in Washington, DC, and in the communications department of DaimlerChrysler AG. Since 2023, he has also been Managing Director of the non-profit branch of the solar and storage sector, BSW-Solar gGmbh.

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Sessions
Joint Session
When Power Becomes a Target - Building Resilient European Energy Systems Through Solar, Storage and Grid-Forming Technologies

Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 11:30 am - 01:00 pm

ICM München Room 14 A

In the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Europe's energy systems are facing increasing physicaland cyber threats. Strengthening resilience has become a strategic priority. This session explores how solar PV, battery storage and grid-forming technologies can protect critical infrastructure, enhance system stability and support rapid recovery after disruptions. Drawing on lessons from Ukraine and Europe's frontline states, experts will be discussing how decentralized renewables can contribute to energy security. Key topics: How solar, battery storage and renewables contribute to Europe's energy security Lessons from Ukraine on system resilience and recovery The strategic role of solar-plus-storage in future security planning Integrating security into energy system design and regulation  

Session
Policy Deep Dive Germany: What's Next for Europe's Largest Solar Market?

Monday, June 22, 2026, 03:45 pm - 04:45 pm

ICM München Room 14 A

Germany is still Europe's largest solar market by far, but its government policies are under review. About a year into the new government's term, legislative changes affecting the electricity market are under discussion. These include withdrawing priority grid access for renewables and scrapping feed-in tariffs. If these changes go through, they could significantly worsen investment conditions for solar and battery storage in Germany. This session examines what is on the cards for solar in Germany and how the potential regulatory changes would impact deployment in the future. Key topics: Overview of key solar policy frameworks under discussion Status of Germany's solar market across segments Impact of new legislation on investment attractiveness Future outlook for solar in Germany  

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