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The Solar Investors Guide is published at regular intervals.

Solar Investors Guide – ELTIF 2.0 and PPAs open doors for investment

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The updated European Long Term Investment Fund regulation broadens access to solar projects for institutional and private investors, while PPAs now offer returns independent of public subsidies.

PMT’s titanium system specialises in balancing out irregular ground

Solar parks – tough terrain no longer a deal-breaker

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Slopes and scrappy plots are no longer off-limits for PV. A new generation of mounting systems is making it easier to install in once seemingly impossible locations. Read our innovation report for insights into the new technologies.

Patrick Schmidt-Bräkling, Head of PPA Europe South-West at BayWa r.e.

BayWa r.e.: “Co-located storage is a more complex challenge”

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Patrick Schmidt-Bräkling of BayWa r.e. explores uncertainty and future prospects in Europe’s solar PPA market and co-location sector.

Our guest author, solar market expert Gerhard Scheper

China’s solar rebate rollback signals squeeze on margins

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The world’s solar markets are set for major upheaval following a subtle shift in Chinese policy – a move that was long overdue and will have painful consequences, says European Solar CEO Gerard Scheper.

Alan Greenshields (right) from ESS discusses sustainable long-term storage technology.

Solar Investors Guide #4: Long-term storage with iron flow technology

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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.

Our guest author Benjamin von Berg is an agri-PV expert and key account manager at Trinasolar

Agri-PV – from niche solution to mainstream adoption

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With advances in standard PV equipment and proven mounting systems, agrivoltaics is moving beyond its experimental phase and entering mainstream deployment, explains Benjamin von Berg of Trinasolar.

Beatriz Corredor, head of grid operator Redeia, addresses the XII Solar Forum in Madrid

UNEF: PV and storage central to Spain’s industrial future

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At the XII Solar Forum in Madrid, Spain’s solar industry urged regulatory action to better integrate photovoltaics and storage, highlighting grid stability, reindustrialisation and the crucial role of battery storage.

A row of five C Series battery cabinets

Delta debuts its high-capacity battery cabinet for C&I

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The new C Series battery cabinet delivers 125 kilowatts of power and 261 kilowatt-hours of storage, all within a compact footprint of less than 1.5 square metres.

Marija Hanzec (left), spokesperson, and Filip Kušević, legal advisor, represent the Zagreb-based Renewable Energy Sources of Croatia (OIE)

RES Croatia: “Lengthy approval processes are an obstacle”

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With an abundance of sunshine and long coastlines, Croatia offers immense PV potential. But investors, developers and homeowners face major challenges. Experts Marija Hanzec and Filip Kušević from the Croatian Renewable Resources Association (OIEH) share their insights.

Parking garages are attractive assets that enhance their worth through solar facades.

Solar Investors Guide: Solarised parking and charging

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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.

Solar on the open seas – modules are installed on the carrier deck.

Hybrid cargo ship sets sail with Longi solar tech

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China’s largest dual-propulsion car carrier has been equipped with over 500 solar modules, combining LNG and PV to advance clean maritime operations.

Packing a punch – the insides of an InstaVolt battery storage unit

UK – InstaVolt adds storage to ultra-rapid EV charging

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Battery storage will soon power InstaVolt’s ultra-rapid chargers at a new UK motorway site, helping to deliver faster and more reliable charging for electric vehicle drivers.

Volkswagen’s factory in Poznan was recently solarised

Next investor newsletter: Polish markets opening up

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The Polish market remains challenging, yet solar and storage remain resilient, with strong growth for e-mobility, C&I, and grid-connected parks. Don’t miss our upcoming investor newsletter on 19 November 2025 – sign up now.

Stephan Schindele (right) and Karsten Schäfer discuss the emerging opportunities for PV in Europe.

Solar Investor’s Guide #11: Agri-PV reimagines farmland for the future

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Podcast: Elevated solar modules and solar fences are helping farmers generate clean solar power on their pastures and arable land. Stephan Schindele, head of the agri-PV division at BayWa r.e., explains how agricultural transformation and the energy transition are interconnected, offering clear benefits for both farmers and investors. Several countries across Europe are already leading the way with large-scale agri-PV projects.

A bulgarian solar park with co-located battery storage

PPA price gap stifles renewable project deals

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A sharp misalignment in PPA pricing expectations is significantly constraining deal activity and slowing renewables growth across Europe, Pexapark reports. Co-located battery projects may offer a solution.

A splash of water sets the scene for solar innovation at Genera and Matelec

Spain shines as Europe’s solar frontrunner

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Madrid’s Genera and Matelec expos will bring together more than 700 companies and 50,000 professionals, underscoring Spain’s rise as a European energy leader. Find out more in our weekly focus from 17 to 20 November.

Your platform for information on Ukraine’s solar and energy market.

New channel: Standing with Ukraine

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The war in Ukraine goes beyond territorial aggression; it is an effort by fossil and nuclear sectors to resist the global energy transition. In response, we are harnessing the power of the sun and launching an information channel dedicated to the Ukrainian market.

Efstathios Sideris, President of FIC and Country Manager Greece of Econergy

President FIC Greece: “Community engagement is crucial”

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Efstathios Sideris, President of the Foreign Investors Council (FIC), shares his insights on financing conditions for solar in Greece and the role of local involvement.

Our guest author Ali Inal draws an interesting comparison

Lessons from chess – strategic thinking for solar leaders

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