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Over 90 percent of the exhibition space of the international trade show in June is already reserved, reflecting the rapidly growing market for electric mobility.

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

Featuring up to 480 W output and 23.5 percent efficiency, the Zeus 3.0 introduces next‑generation back‑contact technology to the German PV manufacturer’s portfolio.

Boralex and Ireland's Women in Solar Energy were also recognised for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the solar sector.

The Energy Transition Expo will take place in Rimini from 4 to 6 March, unveiling a new exhibition layout, an expanded thematic scope and an even stronger international focus.

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.

With abundant sunlight, Albania has the potential to diversify beyond hydropower. Professor Lorenc Malka from the Polytechnic University of Tirana explores how solar energy and storage could reshape the nation’s energy future.

Rising demand for grid stability, price volatility and lower technology costs are giving battery storage fresh momentum, as highlighted at a recent investors’ summit in Berlin.

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

In the third part of this interview, Professor Lorenc Malka discusses Albania’s energy‑market liberalisation, exploring solar investment, new incentives and the pressing shift from hydropower to solar as climate pressures intensify.

As networking and digitalisation advance across electronics and software in the PV sector, the risk of cyberattacks is increasing, making effective countermeasures essential. Read more in our weekly focus, 1–4 December.

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.

PV Guided Tours: Industry and commercial enterprises can reduce electricity costs in various ways using storage systems – but security is key. Luis Haya, Solution Manager Chint Power Systems, explains which features are needed to ensure security is safeguarded.

The Warsaw office marks the Swiss company’s 21st international branch and a key step in its Central European expansion into solar and storage.

A new joint venture from Metlen and Karatzis will deliver a €170 million utility-scale battery system in Thessaly, with completion targeted for Q2 2026.

After successful field trials, Tesvolt Energy’s virtual power plant now incorporates the Forton commercial storage platform, improving trading efficiency and broadening access for businesses within the distributed energy network.

The Solar Quality Summit Europe on 18–19 February will bring together investors, service providers and technology suppliers to discuss market trends, share practical experience and explore new technologies and challenges in the solar sector.

Denmark’s solar market is entering a rapid growth phase, marked by new partnerships and projects ranging from utility‑scale developments to rooftop systems, as the country targets a fourfold rise in capacity by 2030.

As Europe’s energy transition accelerates, grid challenges are intensifying. Manuel Schmidt of iwell explains how Dutch experience can inform solutions.

This week’s highlights include Goodwe’s low‑noise 50 kW C&I inverter, EFT Energy Solutions’ scalable storage system, Aerocompact’s Compactflat SN Fast mount and Aiko’s 500 W ultra‑compact module.

The new facility in Finland underscores DHL's global climate strategy, aiming for climate-neutral buildings by 2030 and full climate neutrality by 2050, with solar energy playing a pivotal role.

Kostal and EPC have installed a 1 MW photovoltaic system on the roof of a former tobacco processing plant in Italy. Bifacial modules maximise yield, while inverters ensure efficient conversion.

This free webinar explores the planning of photovoltaic systems for both simple and complex sites, and outlines the design of suitable project tenders. The experts at K2 Systems also reveal their tips and tricks for optimal system design. The video is available to watch now.

The Copper Mark and the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI) have joined forces to promote responsible copper production and sourcing across the solar energy value chain.

The Polish developer has launched the marketing phase for its planned 200 MW / 400 MWh battery storage project close to Bucharest.