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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.

Photovoltaic systems represent an essential component of the energy transition. As investments, operators naturally expect regular returns. This makes technical defects and damage all the more vexing – in particular when they are the result of avoidable mistakes.

After a period of tight supply and rising prices, the market is loosening. Yet geopolitical shifts may still impact module and battery pricing, according to Gerard Scheper of European Solar.

Europe’s power grids resemble a congested highway, with renewable projects queuing for connection. Moritz Rolf of Sungrow outlines how storage and coordination can help ease the bottlenecks.

For multi-family and taller buildings, PV façades extend rooftop systems where roof space falls short. Vertical surfaces add generation area, with design and planning decisive in dense urban developments.

C&I buildings offer prime solar space on roofs and facades. CTO Christian Ganahl explains how compact, clever mounting systems unlock their potential.

The European cleantech investor counts more than 160 companies in its portfolio, including many in the solar and storage sectors. The mission: commercialising new solutions and strengthening European industrial muscle.

The parliament in Madrid has ratified a package of 80 measures backed by €5 billion that extends self-consumption rules, eases storage requirements and advances energy communities.

Atmoce introduces a module-level inverter rated at up to 1.2 kW, Varta Storage presents a hybrid inverter with integrated storage, while Sunbeam and Panduit bring new mounting and cabling.

A new funding framework introduces higher grants for lower-income households and, for the first time, dedicated support for battery systems alongside solar and heat pumps.

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.