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Don’t try this at home – the testing underway at the University of Stuttgart.

Euronergy – pushing lightweight modules to their limits

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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.

Parking garages are attractive assets that enhance their worth through solar facades.

Solar Investors Guide #5 – Solarised parking and charging

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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.

Flowerbeds and voltage now go hand in hand at Copenhagen’s charging stations

Qwello secures Copenhagen contracts for 140 EV points

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Germany’s Qwello has been selected to install and manage AC charging stations under the Danish capital’s public tender programme.

Franz-Josef Feilmeier (left) of Fenecon in our CEO Talk 2025.

Fenecon – innovations driving C&I storage

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CEO Talk: The market for home storage is sluggish, while C&I and large-scale storage are gradually gaining ground. To boost sales, the right strategy is essential. The key question remains: What factors determine success in this market? Franz-Josef Feilmeier, CEO of Fenecon explains.

The art of solar assembly, where science fiction quietly becomes industry standard

Oxford PV recognised for advancing perovskite-silicon solar

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Tandem solar specialist Oxford PV lands on the Cleantech 100, highlighting investor interest in efficient next-generation PV.

The future of energy, now with extra corners and reinforced hinges

Italy – Trina Storage and Aer Soléir secure 1,000 MWh project in Turin

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Awarded under Italy’s Capacity Market auction for 2027, the 250 MW / 1,000 MWh system in Rondissone will feature Trina’s latest Elementa 2 Pro batteries and a 20-year LTSA.

Martin Green (left) has spent five decades advancing solar module technology.

Solar Investors Guide – Martin Green on glass-free modules

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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.

Unusual shapes and peculiar angles? Now they make the cut for PV planning

Enhanced Solar‑Planit simplifies complex PV system design

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Baywa r.e. Solar Trade’s latest Solar‑Planit update brings new functions that enhance flexibility and planning efficiency, particularly for complex flat‑roof photovoltaic projects with demanding layouts and technical requirements.

Nancy Yell explains why less weight means more possibilities

Sunman Energy – lightweight modules deliver up to 520 watts

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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.

René Gelfert (right) lifts the lid on Solis’ C&I storage solution

Solis enters the ring with all-in-one C&I storage

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PV on Tour – The Evercore series from Solis integrates inverter, battery and energy management in a single unit, offering 100 kW power and 120 kWh capacity. The larger version delivers up to 261 kWh, paired with a hybrid inverter rated at 50 or 60 kW.

Stephan Schindele (right) and Karsten Schäfer discuss the emerging opportunities for PV in Europe.

Solar Investors Guide #11 – Agri-PV reimagines farmland for the future

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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.

Steven Wirtz is head of sales for international markets

Conduct – enhanced protection for solar installations

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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.

This warehouse in Venlo is a major hub for solar components

Solar Investors Guide #12 – Supply chains embrace green operations

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Podcast: Specialist retailer BayWa r.e. Solar Trade is setting new standards for emissions-free logistics.Suppliers, transport, buildings, and packaging are all being examined, and notable progress has already been made. Dominik Dohr, Vice President of Global Procurement and Supply Chain at BayWa r.e. Solar Trade, has a clear vision in which renewable energy and sustainability go hand in hand. As Europe’s largest solar retailer, the company aims to cut emissions across all areas, from internal processes to logistics and supply chains.

Our guest expert author Mariglen Nora, Head of Green Energy of the Elevion Group

How smart energy systems keep Europe’s industry competitive

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EU manufacturers are boosting resilience through intelligent storage, peak shaving, and flexible load management – cutting costs, easing grid strain, and securing production during energy scarcity, says Mariglen Nora of Elevion Group.

Storage containers and backup systems huddle under the watchful gaze of Almere’s grid-free logistics giant

NL – microgrid helps logistics hub bypass grid constraints

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

Jan Rabe, CEO and Co-Founder of Rabot Energy

Addressing Europe’s grid planning challenge

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As grid bottlenecks grow, residential storage is proving vital for flexibility and congestion management. Germany’s approach points the way, says Jan Rabe from Rabot Energy.

Raspberries tolerate low light better than strawberries, but agri-PV systems must still ensure sufficient sunlight

Berry performance under agri-PV – the impact of shading

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Raspberries and strawberries show distinct responses to agri-PV shading, underscoring the importance of customised system designs for optimal yields.

The next phase of US renewables: solar and wind up front, diversification behind

US renewable capacity set to reach 1.06 TW by 2035

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A new GlobalData forecast projects US renewables will rise from about 414.5 GW in 2024 to 1.06 TW by the mid-2030s, with solar and wind driving growth despite shifting federal policy.

While fields stay green, the real solar action is happening overhead in the C&I sector

Croatia adds close to 500 MW of solar capacity in 2025

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The sector added 417 MW in 2025, boosting total capacity, yet slower utility-scale roll-out and waning residential demand temper the outlook as solar approaches wind capacity.