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The recently published Land Use Framework for England sets out long-term allocation principles, but Eku Energy’s Dan Burrows warns that without storage and grid investment, rising solar output risks being curtailed.

Chinese battery firm Hithium is weighing a near-term investment in Navarra to build energy storage systems, with plans outlined by founder Jeff Wu during talks with Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in Madrid.

PV on Tour – The Evercore series from Solis integrates inverter, battery and energy management in a single unit, offering 100 kW power and 120 kWh capacity. The larger version delivers up to 261 kWh, paired with a hybrid inverter rated at 50 or 60 kW.

The new Vertical+ system from Austria-based Sunbooster allows solar modules to be installed on double-wire mesh fences over distances of up to 100 metres and connected to the grid via three-phase supply.

The era of petrol and diesel dominance is drawing to a close. Mobility is transitioning to electric, with millions of private electric cars, company fleets, and commercial vehicles creating new demands on the energy supply. Filling stations, parking garages, and parking lots now represent opportunities to provide EVs with solar power.

PV Guided Tours: Intelligent systems are replacing standalone components and AI now manages storage systems, wall boxes and energy flows to make the most of solar power. It’s not science fiction, it’s already here. Still sceptical? Prepare to be surprised!

Europe is generating more renewable energy than ever, yet a widening gap between production and consumption is pushing imbalance costs across the entire system. The solution to this challenge may lie right above us, says Chris Bernkopf, founder of Podero.

The Spanish solar association Unef will dedicate its sixth self-consumption summit in mid-April in Madrid to a pending regulatory reform aimed at expanding shared solar, integrating distributed storage and simplifying access for installations and energy communities.

The two energy companies have entered a five-year optimisation agreement for Romania’s 127 MW / 254 MWh Scornicești battery storage plant in Olt County, covering market access, dispatch and revenue optimisation.

As lease agreements become commonplace in PV, which sites are viable and what should farmers assess before committing land?

PV on Tour: Euronergy’s new lightweight PV modules have cleared key fire safety tests for building approval. Frank Hochmuth of Euronergy and Malte Sulkiewicz of Osnatech explain what sets the panels apart.

The Nexa Matte module is designed for glare-sensitive installations, using microtextured glass to reduce glare to below 2% reflection and meet growing safety and visual impact requirements in regulated environments.

Investing in solar parks, expansive rooftop systems and cutting-edge battery storage requires patience and a genuinely long-term outlook. Such projects are generally designed to run for twenty years or more, making it crucial to safeguard them against a broad spectrum of risks over their lifespan – an important issue that is still too often neglected.

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.

Supernova Invest led the round, with Maif Impact, Lita Gestion and C2AD joining alongside existing investors Starquest Capital and BNP Paribas Développement. The raise also included a crowdfunding campaign.

The B2B trade fair arrives in the Austrian capital for the first time at the end of April. Exhibition space at the Austria Center is booking up quickly. Secure your free tickets now!

The HV-MELA-BAT programme is advancing megawatt-scale charging with modular DC/DC converters, achieving high efficiency and enabling over 1 MW charging on a limited grid connection.

After weeks of supply constraints and rising prices, pressure is easing. However, new factors could shape PV module and battery pricing in the coming months, says Gerard Scheper, CEO of European Solar. Distinguishing temporary effects from structural shifts will be key to understanding the market’s direction.

PV on Tour – Sunman Energy presents its ultra-lightweight, semi-flexible solar modules, designed for lightweight roofs and balcony PV systems, and achieving up to 520 watts. Managing Director Nancy Yell lays out the advantages of the technology.

The new three-phase solar and storage platform combines LFP batteries, quick installation and integrated energy management to support flexible use of on-site generation and dynamic tariffs.

Manufacturer Trinasolar has introduced two new module series. The Vertex S+ G3 and Vertex N G3 cover applications ranging from residential rooftops to ground-mount systems.

Energy costs shape competitiveness in both global and local markets. As fossil and nuclear prices continue to rise, solar and wind are no longer marginal technologies but increasingly represent the smart money in power generation.

As renewable energy grows, especially in solar, leaders need the vision to see the whole board, explains Ali Inal, Managing Director at Senkron Digital.

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.

Efforts to diversify imports, increase production and expand recycling are losing momentum within the EU, says the European Court of Auditors, which urges swift corrective action.