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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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

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

Austrian research shows that crop varieties react differently to the shifting light patterns beneath sun-tracking agrivoltaics, pointing to the critical role of both crop choice and layout.

CEO Talk: Module technology is evolving rapidly, even amid intense price competition. All the while, customers demand more power from their systems. Back contact cells represent the current pinnacle of development, but there’s more to be achieved. Where is the industry headed? We take a closer look.

A new Prologis logistics facility in Almere operates mainly off-grid, using a microgrid that combines rooftop PV, battery storage and emergency backup systems.

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.

SMA’s new Sunny Tripower inverter targets commercial use, Megasol unveils ultra-low glare modules, Prolux Solutions launches a hybrid storage system, and Dyness Stack100 batteries now support Plenticore inverters.These are this week’s standout products.

Farmers looking to maximise both crop and solar output can now rely on Doppelernte’s digital tools, which streamline agri-PV planning and deliver practical insights for improved productivity and returns.

Video: Glass-free half-cell PV modules that are 60 to 70 percent lighter than standard modules, yet deliver high quality and resilience. Thomas Bell of Sunman explains how this technology works and the benefits it offers.

The first solar power plant equipped with a domestically developed single-axis tracker has been completed, marking a significant step forward for local clean energy innovation.

The European industry association has published its latest report – Flexibility: Strengthening the Grid with Battery Storage and Demand Response – and hosted a dedicated Flexibility Strategy Day in Brussels to advance the discussion on grid innovation.

On-demand electric vans with battery swapping can provide continuous door-to-door service while reducing private car use, cutting emissions and supporting renewable integration into the grid, writes guest author Richard Peel.