Objectives:

To explore advancements in solar cooker technologies and their applications in food processing.

• To promote sustainable and eco-friendly cooking solutions to reduce fossil fuel dependence.
• To share best practices, research findings, and field experiences related to solar thermal energy in food industries.
• To facilitate collaboration among researchers, manufacturers, policymakers, and end-users.

Key Themes and Topics:

• Innovations in Solar Cooker Design: Parabolic, box, and panel cookers tailored for industrial and household food processing.
• Thermal Efficiency and Performance: Enhancements in heat concentration, tracking systems, and materials.
• Food Processing Applications: Drying, cooking, pasteurization, and sterilization using solar energy.
• Socioeconomic Impact: Benefits for rural communities, job creation, and women empowerment.
• Environmental Impact: Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and deforestation.
• Policy and Market Development: Incentives, subsidies, and scaling-up strategies for solar cooking technologies.
• Case Studies and Pilot Projects: Success stories and lessons learned from diverse geographical regions.

Target Audience:

• Researchers and academics in renewable energy and food technology.
• Manufacturers and entrepreneurs specializing in solar cooking equipment.
• Agricultural extension workers and rural development professionals.
• Government officials and policymakers in energy and environment sectors.
• NGOs and international development agencies.
• Farmers and community leaders interested in sustainable technologies.

Conference Format:

• Keynote Speeches: Delivered by global experts in solar thermal energy and food processing.
• Technical Sessions: Presentations on design innovations, performance studies, and food application research.
• Workshops: Hands-on demonstrations of solar cookers and training on installation and maintenance.
• Panel Discussions: Debates on policy frameworks, market challenges, and future research directions.
• Exhibition: Showcase of solar cooker models, components, and related renewable energy products.
• Networking Events: Opportunities for partnerships, funding discussions, and collaborative projects.

Expected Outcomes:

• Strengthened knowledge base and technology transfer in solar cooking applications.
• Formation of strategic partnerships among stakeholders.
• Roadmap for integrating solar cookers into food processing value chains.
• Recommendations for policy enhancements to support solar cooking adoption.
• Increased visibility for solar cooker manufacturers and innovators.