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The fusion of photovoltaics and agriculture is moving from niche to norm. Noam Shvartz, expert at Solaredge, explains an important consideration for farmers looking to incorporate agri-PV into their operations.

At the France–China summit, Trinasolar and Holosolis agreed on a strategic partnership for a Sarreguemines-Hambach gigafactory set to create 2,000 jobs and produce 10 million PV modules annually.

PV Guided Tours: Fenecon presents the Industrial XL with 1.5 MW and four MWh in a new container format for large-scale projects, alongside a flexible power pack for SMEs and the updated Commercial 92 featuring an innovative split-tower design.

Aimed at homes and small businesses, the E-Tower HV combines a 4–15 kW hybrid inverter with 4.8–28.8 kWh modular storage and sub-ten-millisecond backup switchover.

The Copper Mark and the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) have joined forces to promote responsible copper production and sourcing across the solar energy value chain.

Construction has started on the €4.1bn, 50 GWh LFP gigafactory in Zaragoza, a 50:50 joint venture. Production is expected by end of 2026.

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.

The battery division of Trina Solar has signed its first project in Greece with PPC Renewables, delivering a 50 MW / 200 MWh system to be installed in Western Macedonia.

Industry leaders at the summit will discuss how AI can drive efficiency, strengthen quality assurance and support operational excellence in Europe’s solar sector.

The European PV market remains notably stable, with module prices remain largely unchanged or fluctuating within narrow bands and modest upward adjustments for inverters, according to sun.store.

Beyond zero-emission transport, electric vehicles now function as storage assets that integrate with prosumer systems and the wider grid. Explore this evolving field in our weekly feature, 15–18 December.

The cable‑laying workboat operating in the Netherlands now runs on batteries powered by hydrogen fuel cells, enabling fully electric operation without the need for charging infrastructure.

Companies are encouraged to submit their projects, products and solutions by 20 March. The award ceremony will take place on 22 June, the eve of The smarter E Europe 2026.

Providers are designing modular, adaptable mounting systems that address the technical and agricultural demands of diverse farm operations.

Spain’s solar boom is accelerating, making storage essential for grid stability. Cegasa Energía CEO Iñigo Atutxa explains how innovation, modularity and local manufacturing are driving flexible, resilient energy systems across Europe.

Solar panel installations in Europe have declined for the first time since 2016, raising fresh concerns about the continent's ability to meet its 2030 targets, according to SolarPower Europe.

PV Guided Tours: The integrated Power Store sytem from Denios combines a C&I battery unit with a safety container, designed to protect against thermal runaway while enabling tailored design and fast amortisation. Watch the video to learn more.

Highlights this week include SMA’s upgraded power package, new features in PV Sol Premium, a utility-scale battery from Trina Storage and Growatt’s enhanced planning tool.

Trina Solar has delivered 140 MW of bifacial modules for Voltalia’s Karavasta project, the Western Balkans’ largest solar park, which is expected to power 220,000 households.

The Irish utility has signed a turnkey EPC contract with Greencells for the 64 MW second phase, bringing the County Cork site's total capacity to nearly 137 MW.

Prof. Ilija Nasov explains how Solar Macedonia helps the growing solar sector overcome local challenges and align with European standards as it navigates the post-coal transition.

The Lidsø solar park marks Alight's first operational project in Denmark, with national railway company DSB secured as offtaker through a long-term PPA.

Boosting electricity demand and flexibility is key to unlocking the benefits of the energy transition, says Eurelectric.

Austrian developer Toki Power has acquired a 150 MW / 300 MWh battery storage project in Romania that will operate independently to provide grid balancing services.

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.