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Podcast: Cybersecurity is a critical issue for inverters and solar storage. Uri Sadot, Cybersecurity Programme Director at SolarEdge and Chair of Digitalisation at SolarPower Europe, outlines system vulnerabilities, recent incidents and the urgent need for preventive action. He warns: caution blocks criminal access, while hesitation invites costly failures and grid disruptions.

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.

From 23 to 25 June 2026, Munich will be the meeting point for Europe's solar and storage community, with launches lined up and order books opening for the second half of the year. Our next investor newsletter appears 3 June 2026.

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.

Aimed at warehouses, data centres and logistics sites, the Hi-Mo X10 focuses on meeting fire safety requirements in rooftop PV installations.

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.

Podcast: Specialist retailer BayWa r.e. Solar Trade is setting new standards for emissions-free logistics.Suppliers, transport, buildings, and packaging are all being examined, and notable progress has already been made. Dominik Dohr, Vice President of Global Procurement and Supply Chain at BayWa r.e. Solar Trade, has a clear vision in which renewable energy and sustainability go hand in hand. As Europe’s largest solar retailer, the company aims to cut emissions across all areas, from internal processes to logistics and supply chains.

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.

From solar-plus-storage in California and utility-scale batteries in Ukraine to agrivoltaics in Germany and green hydrogen in Namibia, the 2026 finalists show how renewable projects are being delivered across very different markets.

The $974 million close of NextPower V, backed by European pension funds and a major Japanese institution, takes NextEnergy Capital's total assets under management to approximately $5 billion.

Lithium-ion storage carries real risks of thermal runaway, fire and explosion. Certified technical containers can shield installations from external hazards and ease the route through building approval processes.

Farmers, financiers and public authorities gathered in Barcelona to discuss regulation, finance and technology as Catalonia positions itself at the forefront of Spain's agrivoltaic push.

CEO Talk: Uniper brings decades of experience in the energy sector. But what role can such a strong partner play in the solar park and battery storage business? And how important is this expertise in integrating renewable energies into supply systems? Let’s find out.

With the Scalecube i3, Intilion is expanding its portfolio to include a modular large-scale storage system that integrates all key components in a single unit for industrial and grid-support applications.

New and updated products from Raycap cover DC fast-charge infrastructure, high-voltage PV applications and modern busbar systems at Smarter E Europe 2026 in Munich.

Providers, growers and researchers will convene at Château Gassies on 13 and 14 October 2026 to share the latest findings on combining crop production with solar generation across European conditions.

Technology and energy trading company Second Foundation is developing 307 MW of battery storage across three sites, including Czechia's future largest installation, due online by end of 2026.

The energy storage finalists for The smarter E Award 2026 bring together a broad mix of chemistries, system sizes and software layers, offering a snapshot of how the storage market is expanding in scope and sophistication.

In its 14th annual ESG disclosure, the Changzhou-based solar group reports sharp intensity reductions, record R&D investment, and a strategic push into green computing infrastructure.

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.

An analysis from the University of Zagreb sets out how a mix of storage and flexibility options, from pumped hydro to bidirectional EV charging, could underpin Croatia's renewable energy transition.

PV Guided Tours: AIKO introduces the third generation of its INFINITE series, with clear advantages and significant improvements over its predecessor. Also debuting is a brand-new PV module that promises to revolutionise plant management through AI-assisted diagnostics, real-time monitoring and smart commissioning. Sound too good to be true? Watch the video to find out!