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Brlight lights, bright minds – The smarter E Europe 2025 conferences draw a full crowd

The smarter E Europe 2026 – abstracts invited for conference sessions

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Abstract submissions are now open for the conference sessions at The smarter E Europe 2026. The deadline for contributions is 5 December 2025 for the leading energy industry event.

The United Kingdom is one of the most important growth markets for e-mobility in Europe

UK – electric car market share hits 26 percent in November

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Electric mobility continues to accelerate in the UK, with New AutoMotive data showing battery electric vehicles now represent more than one in four new registrations.

Marija Hanzec (left), spokesperson, and Filip Kušević, legal advisor, represent the Zagreb-based Renewable Energy Sources of Croatia (OIE)

RES Croatia: “Lengthy approval processes are an obstacle”

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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.

A Keylite roof window featuring Viridan solar panels

Viridian Solar and Keylite team up for integrated solar roofs

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The new collaboration marks a step forward in building‑integrated photovoltaics, expanding the options for combining solar panels and roof windows into a single, durable roof surface that delivers both energy and daylight.

Container of recycled lithium-ion batteries, awaiting deployment at a Bornholm power plant

Storage brings second life to Bornholm power plants

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On the Danish island of Bornholm, a new project will demonstrate state-of-the-art energy storage technologies alongside an advanced energy management system, all from within an operational combined heat and power plant.

Sonna Barry leads business development and strategy at German cybersecurity firm Secida AG

 Cybersecurity in focus as solar and storage join KRITIS

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PV and storage are gaining recognition as critical infrastructure, and with it comes heightened cyber risk. Secida AG’s Sonna Barry explains how solar companies can strengthen defences against digital attacks.

Fields of potential – new loans are helping Croatian companies plant solar power

Next investor newsletter: Balkan markets are opening up

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The solar and storage markets in Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia, Slovenia and Albania are in their early stages but are expanding rapidly, supported by state programmes and EU funding. Don’t miss our upcoming investor newsletter on 10 December 2025 – sign up now.

The Solar Investors Guide is published at regular intervals.

Solar Investors Guide – ELTIF 2.0 and PPAs open doors for investment

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The updated European Long Term Investment Fund regulation broadens access to solar projects for institutional and private investors, while PPAs now offer returns independent of public subsidies.

The Guide was launched in December at the Sustainable Solar Europe conference in Brussels

SSI launches Buyer’s Guide for responsible solar sourcing

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Targeted at developers, investors and authorities, the new SSI Guide provides clear criteria to support ethical and transparent solar procurement practices.

Every available rooftop at the Rainbowland kindergarten in southwest Germany is dedicated to solar energy

Streamlined mounting systems target flat C&I rooftops

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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.

Iñigo Atutxa is CEO of Cegasa Energía

Cegasa’s Iñigo Atutxa: “Storage and grid services drive the future”

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Spain’s solar boom is accelerating, making storage essential for grid stability. Cegasa Energía CEO Iñigo Atutxa explains how innovation, modularity and local manufacturing are driving flexible, resilient energy systems across Europe.

Steep slopes, sensitive habitats and emissions all underline why agri-PV systems need careful optimisation
Agri-PV

Boosting efficiency in agri-PV – why optimisation matters

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The fusion of photovoltaics and agriculture is moving from niche to norm. Noam Shvartz, expert at Solaredge, explains an important consideration for farmers looking to incorporate agri-PV into their operations.

Setting the track for innovative entries – the five-category award is now open for applications

Smarter E Award 2026 – applications now open

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Companies are encouraged to submit their projects, products and solutions by 20 March. The award ceremony will take place on 22 June, the eve of The smarter E Europe 2026.

Our guest author Benjamin von Berg is an agri-PV expert and key account manager at Trinasolar

Agri-PV – from niche solution to mainstream adoption

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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.

Functional form that prioritises fire protection

Batteryshelter storage from Conduct enhances fire‑safety

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Dutch company Conduct has introduced its new housing concept designed for safe outdoor installation of residential energy storage units and to significantly reduce the fire risk of indoor systems.

For Prof. Ilija Nasov, establishing trust through robust standards is fundamental to the energy transition

Solar Macedonia president: “Quality standards are key to growth”

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Prof. Ilija Nasov explains how Solar Macedonia helps the growing solar sector overcome local challenges and align with European standards as it navigates the post-coal transition.

Residential rooftop installation in southern Germany – even for small PV systems, the internet can be a gateway for cyber attacks.

KRITIS in the EU spotlight as cybersecurity focus sharpens

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Brussels is tightening cybersecurity rules for critical infrastructure, prompting SolarPower Europe to warn of hacking risks, in particular in smaller solar systems with limited protection and oversight.

Find out which technologies and business models are possible for the construction of solar systems on arable land in the new special.
Download the free special issue

Dual land use – read our agri-PV special issue

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Free to download: our latest special on decentralised solar power and dual land use in agriculture.

Frank Jessel is CEO of BayWa r.e. Solar Trade

BayWa r.e. CEO Frank Jessel – confidence in challenging times

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Wholesalers face a tough market: demand is weak, prices are at historic lows and political developments add further volatility. In this interview, BayWa r.e. Solar Trade CEO Frank Jessel explains his continued optimism.