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Discussing future farming at an agri-PV facility in La Alberca, Murcia

Spain – Catalonia leads in agri-PV with over 1 GW submitted for funding

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Farmers, financiers and public authorities gathered in Barcelona to discuss regulation, finance and technology as Catalonia positions itself at the forefront of Spain's agrivoltaic push.

Jörg Lennertz from Uniper (right) discusses the prospects of project business.

Uniper – extensive experience in project business

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CEO Talk: Uniper brings decades of experience in the energy sector. But what role can such a strong partner play in the solar park and battery storage business? And how important is this expertise in integrating renewable energies into supply systems? Let’s find out.

Containerised storage on standby, quietly minding the gaps between supply and demand

Intilion introduces modular large-scale storage platform for industry

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With the Scalecube i3, Intilion is expanding its portfolio to include a modular large-scale storage system that integrates all key components in a single unit for industrial and grid-support applications.

The symbol is universal; the standards underneath it less so

The Smarter E – Raycap extends surge protection across PV, EV and grid

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New and updated products from Raycap cover DC fast-charge infrastructure, high-voltage PV applications and modern busbar systems at Smarter E Europe 2026 in Munich.

Best practice projects will be on show at Château Gassies near Bordeaux

Agrivoltaics Industry Forum 2026 heads to Bordeaux

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Providers, growers and researchers will convene at Château Gassies on 13 and 14 October 2026 to share the latest findings on combining crop production with solar generation across European conditions.

Battery containers lined up on a factory floor in Bohumín

Czech firm lines up 307 MW of storage, including direct transmission

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Technology and energy trading company Second Foundation is developing 307 MW of battery storage across three sites, including Czechia's future largest installation, due online by end of 2026.

The smarter E Award 2026 brings five strands of the energy transition onto one stage

The smarter E Award 2026: Storage nominees

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The energy storage finalists for The smarter E Award 2026 bring together a broad mix of chemistries, system sizes and software layers, offering a snapshot of how the storage market is expanding in scope and sophistication.

Spring-loaded –the upcoming Intersolar sets the pace for the second half

Trinasolar 2025 ESG report maps a wider pivot

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In its 14th annual ESG disclosure, the Changzhou-based solar group reports sharp intensity reductions, record R&D investment, and a strategic push into green computing infrastructure.

Large-scale battery containers are opening up new paths for investors.

Solar Investors Guide #2 – Storage for revolutionising the grid

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Large-scale storage systems are gaining ground across Europe, driven by growing demand for grid stabilisation and peak load shifting. Italy, Great Britain and Germany are leading the charge. Download our latest free e-paper now.

A key advantage: battery storage can be tailored in size and output to local requirements.

Croatia weighs storage options for the energy transition

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An analysis from the University of Zagreb sets out how a mix of storage and flexibility options, from pumped hydro to bidirectional EV charging, could underpin Croatia's renewable energy transition.

Christian Peter (right), CEO of AIKO Energy Germany, outlines the outstanding performance of the new modules.

AIKO – INFINITE modules set new standards

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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!

Surfaces accounted for, obstructions designed around

Intersolar – PV-Sol Premium to get Rexplorer link and new tools

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Berlin-based Valentin Software is presenting updates to its PV-Sol Premium and Geot-Sol, including a new interface to data provider Rexplorer and expanded support for heat pump and solar thermal planning.

SolarEdge will be at Intersolar in Hall B4, Stand 110

SolarEdge marks 20 years with a clear software-first signal

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The Israeli solar technology company is using its Intersolar anniversary showcase to signal a shift toward fully integrated, software-led energy management across solar, storage and EV charging for both residential and commercial customers.

Trend-spotting at last year's K2 Systems stand

The smarter E Europe: cameras rolling on innovation

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At the trade fair in Munich at the end of June, our video teams will fan out to capture current trends and new developments, with reports going out for readers and their customers via our channels and social media.

Fixed-tilt and facing the same direction: not always a given in energy policy

IEA: Middle East crisis driving investment in electrification

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Countries are responding to the second energy crisis in five years by expanding electricity investment and turning to new supply routes and domestic resources, the International Energy Agency (IEA) reports.

The smarter E Award class of 2026 is ready for the podium

The smarter E Award 2026: E-mobility nominees

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From bidirectional EV chargers and underbody fleet charging to megawatt-ready meters and distributed fast-charging systems, the 2026 finalists show how e-mobility is moving towards more powerful, more flexible charging infrastructure.

Flat, sun-drenched and grid-connected – the landscape behind Nextpower's $365 million move into storage

Nextpower agrees $365m deal for BESS supplier Prevalon

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The California-based tracker specialist is acquiring Prevalon Energy for up to $365 million, adding 6 GWh of deployed storage and 1.3 GW of data centre supply contracts to its solar technology platform.

Stay up to date with the latest advances in agricultural photovoltaics in our free special edition

Solar for farmers – tech and regulations in focus

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Agri-PV systems help farmers generate renewable energy, protect crops and maintain yields against climate pressures. This feature covers core technologies, planning strategies and top service providers.

The east-west orientation shifts generation toward morning and evening demand peaks

Next2Sun and Over Easy Solar team up on vertical PV

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German vertical PV specialist Next2Sun and Norwegian technology firm Over Easy Solar have agreed a cooperation on joint sales and marketing across selected European markets.