o That the provision of small solar powered grids be provided in the areas which are not on ESKOM's list of areas to be electrified as an interim measure. o The Minister of Energy engages with the Minister of Trade and Industry with regards to resolving what is alleged as high cost for testing products and work a mechanism that will cater for emerging SMMEs in particular. o Members further noted that the initial costs involved in solar water heaters is substantive, and requested the Banking sector to become more involved in the process. o Advocacy and information sessions relating to the building regulations be strengthened and reinforced. o The Minister takes an initiative to facilitate better cooperation amongst role players in the renewable energy sector. Furthermore, the Minister to ensure that SAREC engages with BASA, the IDC and other financing entities as well as the SABS to explore solutions to problems faced by the renewable energy sector, and that, SAREC engages with the National Treasury, the DOE and COGTA to explore ways of resolving the issue of local government authorities being prevented from purchasing energy from IPP's. o The Minister of Energy should develop a consistent market demand for small scale power production and develop a framework for the development of the local industry. o The Minister of Energy to ensure more engagement with Further Education and Training (FET) institutions to address the issue of skills development be facilitated.