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Roofs and flat open spaces aren't the only options for solar power. Applications that pose particular challenges for project planning and installation technology are increasingly coming into focus.

Danish developer European Energy has started construction of the Indian Queens project in Cornwall, combining 67.96 MW of solar capacity with a 95 MWh battery system, with revenues secured through a corporate PPA and a capacity market contract.

CEO Talk: The market for home storage is sluggish, while C&I and large-scale storage are gradually gaining ground. To boost sales, the right strategy is essential. The key question remains: What factors determine success in this market? Franz-Josef Feilmeier, CEO of Fenecon explains.

The US grid storage market grew 32% year-on-year in Q1 2025, reaching 9.7 GWh, as data centres drive demand and developers race to stay ahead of new supply chain restrictions.

Europe's C&I segment is the target of the new LONGi ONE portfolio, which debuts with the OmniCube-L233 and Hi-MO One Pro.

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.

The Mainz-based e-mobility company Lade is launching an all-in-one AC charging system for large charging parks, supporting single- and three-phase charging up to 22 kW with AI-driven energy management.

PV on Tour – Conduct Technical Solutions is showcasing the PVshelter alongside a smaller version, a protective enclosure designed for inverters up to 30 kW. Also on display is the Batteryshelter, which enables the safe outdoor installation of home storage systems.

A decade on from its tracker origins, the Nasdaq-listed company is using its first Intersolar under the Nextpower name to position itself as a single-source partner for European developers and EPCs.

As a rule, one to three percent of investment is allocated to operation and maintenance over 20 years, making solar parks low-maintenance assets with significantly lower costs than fossil or nuclear plants.

Germany's SMA Solar Technology and Beijing HyperStrong Technology are extending their alliance on utility-scale storage, with a new agreement covering joint project delivery in markets worldwide.

PV Guided Tours: The new Tesvolt Forton battery system enables commercial enterprises to participate profitably in energy trading for the first time. With high‑temperature LFP cells, traditional applications such as peak load capping and solar self‑consumption are now more cost‑effective. A 15‑year performance guarantee, covering two full cycles per day, ensures long‑term investment security.

NGEN Energetske Rešitve will deploy Tesla-supplied storage systems in Latvia, Poland, Romania and Slovenia under a €70 million loan, with returns tied to wholesale electricity prices.

The Tersa subsidiary is helping expand installations across the Catalan capital through the "Moment Solar Barcelona" initiative, part of a wider municipal effort to accelerate decarbonisation and local energy generation.

Every breakthrough in photovoltaic technology brings us one step closer to a greener future. As a world-leading provider of PEC-BC lightweight modules and BIPV solutions, Peakup Power is proud to announce the establishment of our European headquarters – Peakup Europe GmbH – in Germany.

The Zurich-based developer has cleared a key hurdle for its Spanish portfolio of battery, wind and solar projects, with final investment decisions on several schemes targeted by the end of 2026.

At The smarter E Europe 2026, Solarfox is showcasing Nano, a 7.5-inch e-ink display that shows residential solar data directly in the home while giving installers an always-visible customer-facing tool.

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.

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.

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.

After a punishing downturn, Europe's solar market is finding its footing. European Solar’s Gerard Scheper argues the deeper change lies in the industrial and political reset now taking shape around it.

CEO Talk: Energy management, monitoring, grid rules, dynamic tariffs and cybersecurity are increasing complexity for installers. The right tools can simplify compliance and operations. Find out more in the video.

In a revised 1.5°C roadmap, the agency calls for electricity to reach 35 percent of global consumption by 2035, with renewables meeting most of the rising demand across transport, industry and buildings.

The DLG is accepting submissions for its 2026 Innovation Awards until 31 July, offering Energy Decentral exhibitors in Hanover a broad marketing package and stronger presence at the fair.

Domestic banks have approved financing for storage on operating PV assets, with talks now underway to extend the model from single sites to full photovoltaic portfolios.