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

From 17–18 February 2026, Supernova, an EU Horizon Europe-funded project focused on establishing quality and high performance in solar PV projects, will organise three sessions at the Solar Quality Summit Europe 2026 conference in Barcelona.

With module prices currently low, investing in solar is especially appealing – though conditions may not stay this favourable for long. The battery storage market is also heating up, particularly for large-scale systems. We spoke with Dutch market analyst Gerard Scheper about the key players, what’s driving the shift and what change to expect.

The UK government has unveiled its £15 billion Warm Homes Plan, placing solar panels, batteries and heat pumps at the centre of a significant shift away from insulation-heavy retrofit strategies.

With a new branch and a local Technical Sales Manager, My PV is targeting installers in the Benelux region to meet the rising demand for solar-powered heating systems, providing hands-on support and direct sales channels.

PV Guided Tours: From the roof and façade to the carport – if you want to harness every part of your building for solar energy, GoodWe has a solution. Barbara Terreni, Senior Technical Solution Manager Europe at the PV Building Materials Division, explains how to turn your building into a solar power plant.

Socomec has launched its new Solive Pro tool for battery storage monitoring. Senec is integrating forecast-based charging into its home storage systems. Ernst Schweizer has introduced a new system to enhance safety for large-format modules, while Lorenz has launched a new mounting solution for green roofs. These are PVE’s top picks this week.

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.

PV Guided Tours: AIKO introduces the third generation of its INFINITE series, with clear advantages and significant improvements over its predecessor. Also debuting is a brand-new PV module that promises to revolutionise plant management through AI-assisted diagnostics, real-time monitoring and smart commissioning. Sound too good to be true? Watch the video to find out!

Large-scale storage systems are gaining ground across Europe, driven by growing demand for grid stabilisation and peak load shifting. Italy, Great Britain and Germany are leading the charge. Download our latest free e-paper now.

Mounted vertically as four wings around a central column, the modules avoid snow accumulation, maintain high yields, and are now entering commercial deployment.

Podcast: Cybersecurity is a critical issue for inverters and solar storage. Uri Sadot, Cybersecurity Programme Director at SolarEdge and Chair of Digitalisation at SolarPower Europe, outlines system vulnerabilities, recent incidents and the urgent need for preventive action. He warns: caution blocks criminal access, while hesitation invites costly failures and grid disruptions.

Located at the 78.5 MW Anykščiai solar park, the 65 MWh battery system is intended to support grid stability and improve power system resilience in Lithuania.

PV on Tour – Sunman Energy presents its ultra-lightweight, semi-flexible solar modules, designed for lightweight roofs and balcony PV systems, and achieving up to 520 watts. Managing Director Nancy Yell lays out the advantages of the technology.

Backed by a €230 million investment, Sungrow’s first European factory in Wałbrzych will start operations within 12 months, manufacturing battery storage systems and PV inverters for Europe.

An updated Aero Green substructure allows maintenance walkways to be designed and built in various widths on green roofs, giving planners greater flexibility when integrating PV systems into vegetated roof structures.

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.

Most C&I storage systems today do more than one job. They maximise use of rooftop solar, shave peak loads, take advantage of low-cost grid power when available, smooth frequency fluctuations and keep the lights on during grid interruptions. In short, they deliver real, tangible value. Don’t miss our upcoming investor newsletter on 11 February 2026 – sign up now.

PV Guided Tours: Solis offers a broad portfolio of inverters for residential and C&I. A standout highlight is the new hybrid inverter with 125 kilowatts of power and ten MPP trackers. On the service side, the company is increasingly focusing on AI capable of responding in real time – a clear benefit for installers and consumers.

Efforts to diversify imports, increase production and expand recycling are losing momentum within the EU, says the European Court of Auditors, which urges swift corrective action.

Professor Martin Green of the University of New South Wales is a legend of solar research, holding numerous patents and efficiency records since going all the way back to 1974. Now Chief Scientific Officer at Euronergy, he is focused on developing glass-free, lightweight modules that are exceptionally thin and easy to install.

New UK research highlights battery health concerns and lack of finance options as barriers to second-hand electric vehicle sales, with lessons for European markets.

Solar self-consumption in Spain continued to grow in 2025, with 1,139 MW of new capacity installed. However, the national association UNEF warns that further measures are needed to achieve national expansion targets.

PV Guided Tours: Midea’s new inverter merges power electronics and energy management in one device. Akku Sys shows how this integration streamlines system architecture and benefits installers and users, with strong potential for future applications.

The Swiss manufacturer has revamped its MSP flat roof system to reduce installation time, improve operational safety and make it easier to install large modules.