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ETV VIPERS
Process

Understanding the VIPERS Process

The ETV Programme follows a structured methodology to accelerate technology commercialisation using a proprietary framework called "VIPERS (c) ".​

Although the ETV programme runs in an open ended, continuous mode, once technology is shortlisted, it is accelerated using the VIPERS (c) framework as described further below:

V - Validation

  • The first step in the ETV-VIPERS process is for the experts to do a "Desktop Validation" exercise for the applicability and relevance of the technology solution to address the given problem.

  • The technology/ solution is also validated for its high-impact potential.

  • If found suitable, the technology is invited into the ETV programme.

I - Induction

  • The second step in the ETV-VIPERS process is an invitation to the technology proponent to join the ETV programme.

  • The induction process establishes the baseline TRL / CRL / IRL scores.

  • It also establishes a commercialisation pathway unique to each entity.

P - Partnerships

  • The third step in the ETV-VIPERS process is to form alliances and partnerships that enables a delivery consortium.

  • A typical consortium will include the core technology company, a number of OEMs and supply chain partners, a systems integrator, an EPC contractor, a university partner, and most critically a client / off-taker.

  • The main objective of the partnership is to identify and create the "First-of-a-Kind" commercial demonstration project.

  • Where needed a financing consortium shall also be established that would includes a project developer, lenders and investors.

E - Evaluation

  • The fourth step in the ETV-VIPERS process is for the consortium to present the complete techno-commercial framework to the ETV panel.

  • The panel reviews the proposal from the perspective of the techno-commercial feasibility of the solution, as well as the implementation viability of the proposed project.

  • On completion of the evaluation, the panel "Approves" the technology solution.

  • This marks the completion of Phase-1 (Validation and Approval) of the technology solution.

R - Reference Site / Project

  • The fifth step in the ETV-VIPERS process is for the consortium to develop the commercial reference project.

  • The ETV panel will recommend and present the proposal to the "sponsor" or the "client" who will review and sanction the project. 

  • The project enables the showcasing of the technology in its entirety at a commercial demonstration site. The showcasing would also include operational, commercial, legal and financial aspects.

  • The successful implementation of the project marks (FOAK) the completion of Phase-2 (Verification) of the technology solution, and officially the end of the ETV process.

S - Scaling Up

  • The sixth (optional) step in the ETV-VIPERS process is to create a pathway to scale the technology up.

  • Scaling the technology up requires innovative financing and deepening of the market which may also require policy support and the creation of an enabling environment.

  • The scaling will also require establishing a global commercialisation strategy

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