Solar storage

RWE’s 400 MW/700 MWh battery storage facility will tap into the existing grid connection at the decommissioned Gundremmingen nuclear plant in Bavaria, transforming the historic site into a cornerstone of Germany’s energy transition.

Bureau Veritas has certified Sonnen’s storage systems for cybersecurity under the Radio Equipment Directive, verifying compliance with the EU’s most recent requirements for connected devices.

The new position paper recommends leveraging solar, storage and electrification to reinforce Europe’s energy security and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

E3/DC’s new home power plant, SMA’s Sunny Tripower, Sigenergy’s fanless hybrid inverter and Heckert Solar’s 460 W module headline this week’s product highlights.

The German energy storage company has joined forces with Lithuania’s Elinta to deliver advanced storage solutions to the Baltic region.

As Europe’s strained energy grid puts business growth at risk, innovative companies are seizing the moment, as Emmanuel Trivin, Managing Director Continental Europe at Wewise, explains.

The new Sunny Tripower 125 inverter from SMA is tailored for decentralised commercial PV systems, supporting both ground-mounted and complex rooftop projects up to the megawatt range.

German manufacturer E3/DC has launched the One home power plant, a residential storage system with a twelve-kilowatt hybrid inverter and a modular, expandable high-voltage battery.

The global market for energy storage is set to reach unprecedented levels next year, with utility-scale projects leading the charge, according to BNEF.

Despite significant challenges in financing and project development, utility-scale battery storage remains within reach. Diego De Lucia of Nexta Capital Partners highlights practical solutions being implemented in Italy.

Large-scale storage systems are gaining ground across Europe, driven by growing demand for grid stabilisation and peak load shifting. Italy, Great Britain and Germany are leading the charge. Download our latest free e-paper now.

CEO Talk: Power storage for C&I applications is booming. Sofar is expanding its portfolio with the launch of the new PowerIn system this year, and is ramping up sales across Europe. What's the strategy behind this push? Let‘s find out.

The energy storage and hydrogen solutions provider has established subsidiaries in Australia and South Africa to further advance its battery energy storage systems and hydrogen business.

CEO Talk: In a world driven by electric energy, Ampace is one of the forerunners of technology. From cutting-edge batteries to intelligent energy solutions, the company is fuelling the future for all kinds of applications – one charge at a time.

From homes to industry, Spanish manufacturer Cegasa’s new modular batteries promise flexible, future-ready storage for every scale.

PV Guided Tours: The new Sigenergy app uses AI to optimise energy management, with new features that support the integration of DC optimisers, bidirectional charging and energy tradin  – good news for cost-conscious users. The second-generation hybrid inverter, with battery packs and easy retrofit options, is now available.

PV Guided Tours: Atmoce presents two new innovative products – a micro inverter and a low-voltage battery. The M-ELV battery operates at less than 30 volts, increasing safety for installers and simplifying day-to-day work. Intelligent energy management system connects both components. The low-voltage technology is designed to benefit private households as well as commercial users.

Manufacturer Axitec has introduced the Axistorage Titan commercial storage system. Designed for both indoor and sheltered outdoor use, it offers broad installation flexibility.

Latest figures from sun.store reveal a broader price gap between premium and performance battery segments in September.

CEO Talk: Demand for large storage systems is surging across Europe, but delivering them involves major challenges – from permitting and financing to construction and operation. Michael Hierholzer of Rolls-Royce explains why experienced and reliable partners are key.

AlphaESS debuts a pre-assembled, liquid-cooled battery storage system. Goodwe introduces a compact 125 kW unit. SMA launches a utility-scale battery inverter and Huawei unveils a commercial series with hybrid cooling. These are this week’s standout products.

Podcast: The Energy Center from ESS Inc. in Oregon is an iron flow storage system offering 1.16 MWh of capacity and 174 kW of maximum charge power. Housed in a single container, the modular unit suits a range of commercial and grid applications. Alan Greenshields, Director EMEA at ESS, discusses long-duration storage and the role of redox flow technology using sustainable materials like iron, salt and water.

PV Guided Tours: Huawei FusionSolar is unveiling its new Luna2000 utility-scale battery storage system with a capacity of five MWh. The current 4.5 MWh systems have already received the Prime safety certificate from TÜV Rheinland.

The new Luna2000 ESS series from Huawei Fusionsolar offers flexible storage capacities of 107, 161 and 215 kilowatt-hours and delivers maximum efficiency with a charge and discharge power of up to 108 kilowatts.

PV Guided Tours: SAX Power offers an AC storage system that operates without a battery inverter. It is also a multi-talent – suitable for both new solar systems and retrofits. Is this storage system really as simple as the provider promises? Watch the video to find out.