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With module prices currently low, investing in solar is particularly attractive, although conditions may not remain this favourable for long. The battery storage market is also gaining momentum, especially for large-scale systems. We spoke with Dutch market analyst Gerard Scheper about the key players, the drivers behind the shift and what changes to expect.

As demand-side flexibility becomes central to balancing renewable supply and grid stability, companies are rethinking energy use. EM-Power Europe 2026 will showcase solutions to cut costs and unlock new revenue streams.

A committee led by the energy ministry has begun screening 4.7 GW of merchant battery applications, with initial results due by June to prepare connection terms for the first 2 GW of projects.

When setting up solar systems, it's crucial to ensure the correct connectors are consistently used. Improper connections can lead to significant and easily avoidable risks.

The Sidłowo–Kikowo–Dobrowo PV project will connect directly to Poland's 400 kV transmission grid, taking its place among the larger solar installations on the continent.

Dynamic growth and shifting regulation are shaping solar markets in Central and Eastern Europe, as Memodo Managing Director Jonas Kasal discusses impacts on strategy, investment and project pipelines.

Industry is awaiting official publication of European Commission guidelines restricting funding for inverters from high-risk countries, with rules already finalised and taking effect immediately on a phased basis.

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.

Produced from UV-resistant nylon 612, the new PLT4S-M6120 cable ties are designed for outdoor PV installations, combining resistance to sunlight, acid rain and chemical corrosion with a 20-year service life.

More than 83,000 battery electric vehicles were delivered in a single month, with overall car market growth of 4.9 percent driven by electrification and fuel price volatility.

Agri-PV systems help farmers generate renewable energy, protect crops and maintain yields against climate pressures. This feature covers core technologies, planning strategies and top service providers.

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.

The Zhejiang-based manufacturer's All Back Contact modules again lead the April 2026 TaiyangNews monthly update on commercially available high-efficiency solar modules, fending off mounting competition from rival technologies.

Tech network Fotoplat is hosting its annual assembly at the end of April, highlighting national PV research capacities and running a pitch competition for solar startups.

One platform, two milestones: a 28.13 percent cell measured in Hamelin and a 26.4 percent module logged in Colorado extend the Chinese manufacturer's long-term back-contact technology route.

The quality of plug connections is critical to safety, efficiency and longevity. Even minor crimping errors can have serious consequences. Follow these tips to ensure correct installation.

Twelve months after the 28 April 2025 blackout, UNEF finds Spain's grid in better shape than before the incident, though several key frameworks for renewables remain incomplete.

A new advisory from the International Renewable Energy Agency links recent market disruption to structural energy risks, arguing that faster deployment of renewables and storage can reduce exposure while supporting economic stability.

With Supra Resourced, Sunbeam has introduced a mounting system built from roughly 88 percent recycled steel and manufactured using only green electricity.

A €500 billion yearly shortfall in clean energy funding risks slowing electrification. The power sector body Eurelectric sets out a series of measures to improve regulatory stability, strengthen investor confidence and unlock private capital.

The event offers direct engagement with suppliers and an extensive programme focused on bioenergy, photovoltaics and energy storage.

Free to download: This special issue highlights the dual use of land as a key aspect of the solar energy transition in agriculture. Alongside the latest technological developments, it also covers the emerging business models for solar installations on farmland.

Veselin Todorov, Chairman and Founder of Solar Academy Bulgaria, shares his perspective on the development of photovoltaics and energy storage in Bulgaria, the challenges facing the sector and the opportunities ahead.

Installed at Søstrene Grene’s distribution centre, the rooftop system supports a fully electric facility, with part of the output used on site and the remainder exported to the grid.

European Energy has secured approval for a 28 MW battery with 112 MWh capacity, with Twig appointed to manage balancing responsibilities across both solar and storage.