Digital transformation is reshaping the energy sector, but most initiatives still fall short. Industry consultant Ingo Kocke of Octave explains why data integration determines success or failure.

With deployments accelerating in Brighton, Reading and beyond, char.gy's lamp-column model is turning on-street parking into a practical charging option for millions of UK households.

Energy crises and rising fossil and nuclear prices are making solar and battery storage more attractive than ever, driving demand across industrial rooftops, open land and car parks – find out more in the latest guide.

The European Commission's Strategic Roadmap for Digitalisation and AI in Energy identifies smarter grids, demand-side flexibility and sovereign AI as key pillars of a more resilient energy system.

PV Guided Tours: Solar canopies for vines, fruit and berry plantations serve to protect growing fruit from harsh weather and environmental conditions. In most cases, however, the grapevines, the bushes and trees are already firmly rooted in the ground. Mo Horowitz, COO of Solargik, shows how this can be achieved without interrupting agricultural operations – even on slopes.

Solar fire safety specialist ArcBox is broadening its European presence with additional sales managers, a new regional office in Cologne and its first exhibit at Intersolar Europe in June.

Solar-as-service provider Alight has commissioned a 1.4 MW solar carport at Lear's site in Valls, Spain, alongside new rooftop installations at two manufacturing plants in Poland, bringing the partnership to six European sites.

Countries are responding to the second energy crisis in five years by expanding electricity investment and turning to new supply routes and domestic resources, the International Energy Agency (IEA) reports.

Every breakthrough in photovoltaic technology brings us one step closer to a greener future. As a world-leading provider of PEC-BC lightweight modules and BIPV solutions, Peakup Power is proud to announce the establishment of our European headquarters – Peakup Europe GmbH – in Germany.

Danish developer European Energy has started construction of the Indian Queens project in Cornwall, combining 67.96 MW of solar capacity with a 95 MWh battery system, with revenues secured through a corporate PPA and a capacity market contract.

The Danish developer has promoted Rene Alcaraz Frederiksen, previously head of its Mitsui joint venture, and brought in former Maersk and Topsoe executive Torben Nørgaard to lead offtake and partnership work.

PV Guided Tours: Solis offers a broad portfolio of inverters for residential and C&I. A standout highlight is the new hybrid inverter with 125 kilowatts of power and ten MPP trackers. On the service side, the company is increasingly focusing on AI capable of responding in real time – a clear benefit for installers and consumers.

PV Guided Tours: APsystems presents a three-phase micro inverter for up to eight modules, a hybrid inverter for balcony systems and new storage solutions for private and commercial contexts. Sales Manager Aymeri R. Barrailh explains how their solutions stand out.

Flat roofs offer huge potential – but they also demand smart solutions. Large modules, complex layouts, strict structural and safety requirements and rising cost pressure call for a mounting system that does more than simply hold panels in place.

PV Guided Tours: Mounting systems play a crucial role in PV installations by providing stability and reliability over many years. What details do manufacturers focus on to make your work easier? Ludwig M. Schletter from SL Rack shows the latest solutions for optimal installation. Watch the video to find out more.