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The roof of a neo-Gothic church in Sarpsborg, southeast Norway, has been fitted with discreet solar tiles – a showcase of how heritage preservation and clean energy can go hand in hand.

The new facility combines solar power generation with traditional risotto rice cultivation in northern Italy, prioritising responsible water management and the creation of an additional ecological compensation area.

The global market for energy storage is set to reach unprecedented levels next year, with utility-scale projects leading the charge, according to BNEF.

PV Guided Tours: Atmoce presents two new innovative products – a micro inverter and a low-voltage battery. The M-ELV battery operates at less than 30 volts, increasing safety for installers and simplifying day-to-day work. Intelligent energy management system connects both components. The low-voltage technology is designed to benefit private households as well as commercial users.

Designed for high-power fast charging, the CDC1000E was announced at the Charging Summit. Scalable to 3.5 MW, it is ideal for fleets, industry and large charging hubs.

Backed by new financing, SUNOTEC will deliver 115 MW of solar and 763 MWh of battery storage, helping Bulgaria move closer to its ambitious grid-scale energy storage targets.

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.

Manufacturer Axitec has introduced the Axistorage Titan commercial storage system. Designed for both indoor and sheltered outdoor use, it offers broad installation flexibility.

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.

This year marks the 20th edition of the event devoted to the modern, active building envelope. The conference in Bern will highlight the latest advances in integrating photovoltaics into building facades and roofs.

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!

More than 6.4 MW of capacity will be renewed with Fimer inverters as part of an ongoing revamping and repowering programme.

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 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.

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.

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.

The latest foldable solar system from Swiss manufacturer Smartvolt offers factory-installed lightning protection and versatile installation for flat roofs, redevelopment sites and construction platforms.

Mobility is shifting to electric, with millions of private EVs, company fleets and commercial vehicles creating new energy demands. Today, filling stations, parking garages and private lots alll present major opportunities for solar-powered charging. Sign up for our next investor newsletter on 22 October 2025.

Companies across Europe are integrating PV and storage to advance e-mobility, as demonstrated at the recent Sungrow Charging Summit 2025.

Latest figures from sun.store reveal a broader price gap between premium and performance battery segments in September.

Solar Macedonia’s fourth and largest annual conference in Skopje marks a significant advance in the country’s solar energy sector and political integration.

As Greece’s PV market expands into large-scale projects, Helapco President Panagiotis Mourtopallas explains why clear rules for self-consumption are needed.

Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems have developed an algorithm to optimise yields under solar tracking agri-PV systems while limiting electricity generation losses.

Building-integrated photovoltaics turns roofs and facades into energy generators, making the building envelope a power plant. Discover more in our special coverage from 20 to 23 October.

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.