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Equipping large commercial roofs with solar is no simple feat, especially when budgets are tight. The innovations featured here offer faster installation and reduced costs. Discover the latest products in the PV market.

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 on Tour: Euronergy’s new lightweight PV modules have cleared key fire safety tests for building approval. Frank Hochmuth of Euronergy and Malte Sulkiewicz of Osnatech explain what sets the panels apart.

The new collaboration marks a step forward in building‑integrated photovoltaics, expanding the options for combining solar panels and roof windows into a single, durable roof surface that delivers both energy and daylight.

Visitors to the world’s largest agricultural machinery trade fair left no doubt: independence from external power is now front of mind, driving momentum and raising the bar for renewable integration in modern farming.

A sustainability-minded homeownerin Belgium has switched to solar-electric heating, with two My PV controllers managing energy flows – including for the garden hot tub.

Think tank E3G argues that with the right policies, heat pumps could halve heating bills while improving home comfort for families across the UK.

AI‑backed energy management is transforming how households generate, store and use power. LumenHaus CEO Dai Wang explains why intelligent systems are essential to making sustainable energy effortless and accessible.

Despite significant challenges in financing and project development, utility-scale battery storage remains within reach. Diego De Lucia of Nexta Capital Partners highlights practical solutions being implemented in Italy.

The new 50 kW SDT G3 inverter from the Chinese manufacturer addresses the growing demand in C&I applications for quiet, high‑performance and easy‑to‑install systems.

Abstract submissions are now open for the conference sessions at The smarter E Europe 2026. The deadline for contributions is 5 December 2025 for the leading energy industry event.

The fourth edition of the conference will take place on 3 December 2025 in Brussels, organised by Intersolar Europe and SolarPower Europe.

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.

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.

The regional trade fair in western Germany returns in December with both halls fully booked. This year, power2heat for homes and businesses takes centre stage with its own dedicated forum. Register with us for a free ticket.

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

On the Danish island of Bornholm, a new project will demonstrate state-of-the-art energy storage technologies alongside an advanced energy management system, all from within an operational combined heat and power plant.

As solar technology evolves from kilowatt-scale arrays to multi‑megawatt rooftops, manufacturers and developers across Europe are redefining project economics and grid integration.

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.

Cabling is a major factor in the reliability, cost and yield of large solar parks. Georg Urban, Head of European Business of US company Voltage Clean Energy, explains what matters and the benefits of plug & play solutions.

Naturgy’s Picón I–III solar plants in Ciudad Real have received UNEF’s sustainability seal for exemplary environmental, social and governance performance.

Industry experts in Madrid are showcasing cutting-edge advances in solar and storage integration, from high-performance modules and battery systems to agri-PV – with AI boosting efficiency across diverse energy projects.

PV Guided Tours: From smart cable management to lightning, surge and fire protection, this complete installation package offers everything from a single source. We take a closer look.

The cable‑laying workboat operating in the Netherlands now runs on batteries powered by hydrogen fuel cells, enabling fully electric operation without the need for charging infrastructure.

Tekniska verken’s 5 MW PV plant in southern Sweden marks a key step in the municipal energy company’s commitment to expanding local, renewable electricity generation.