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A joint venture between Vienna‑based Renalfa Solarpro Group and French fund manager RGREEN INVEST has secured €315 million in HoldCo financing, led by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).

The bank’s €66 million investment will support Sunly’s renewable expansion in the Baltic states and Poland, covering solar, wind and hybrid energy projects.

Digitised power systems are well-uited for handling today’s fluctuating demands. Data-driven approaches are unlocking new opportunities for operation, maintenance and management, as Sue Quense, Chief Commercial Officer at Aveva, explains.

Re.venture is developing a 240 MWh battery storage park in Brandenburg, working closely with distribution network operator E.dis.

In August, premium residential battery costs declined, while overall market prices remained stable, based on sun.store index data.

The renewable energy developer has raised €85 million in loans to construct four solar parks in Latvia, adding 329 MW of capacity to bolster regional energy security and accelerate the green transition.

Barnsdale Solar Energy Park in Yorkshire will pair utility-scale solar generation with targeted measures to support local habitats and improve biodiversity across the 50-hectare site.

SSEN Transmission and National Grid Electricity Transmission have chosen NKT as the preferred bidder to deliver the 525 kV HVDC cable system for the key cross-border energy project.

Industry leaders at the summit will discuss how AI can drive efficiency, strengthen quality assurance and support operational excellence in Europe’s solar sector.

Solitek’s latest Solrif module in the Solid series is pushing solar roofing forwards with its design and efficiency. Is this the future of sustainable energy?

The partnership aims to equip Schaeffler’s European locations with 2,300 EV charging points by 2030.

Björn Gabriel of the European Investment Bank explains how green finance, credit lines and technical assistance support North Macedonia’s energy transition, with private-sector involvement crucial to 2030 targets.

The 4th annual Solar Conference on 24 September 2025 will bring together technology providers, business networks and policy stakeholders across the solar value chain in Northern Macedonia.

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.

SolarPower Europe, in collaboration with the Global Solar Council, has released new analysis pointing to strong opportunities for solar investment in Latin America.

From 23-26 September 2025 in the southern province of Almería, the focus will be on concentrating solar-thermal power technologies (CSP) in which solar energy is maximised by mirrors, reflectors or parabolic troughs.

The second Summit of Energy Communities will meet in Toledo on 24 September to address energy democratisation and strengthen support for community-led renewable initiatives across Spain.

The approvals clear the way for renewable energy developer VSB to roll out two agri‑PV installations in central Italy, designed for both energy production and farming.

The Swabian PV company is now active in a third key European market, adding Italy to its operations alongside Germany and Poland.

Scaling photovoltaics and renewable energy – Bradley Mundt, CEO and founder of PLAN-B NET ZERO, explains how a ‘Buy & Build’ approach accelerates the energy transition.

Swiss manufacturer Megasol offers in-roof solar systems that integrate into roof designs, delivering high-performance energy solutions with a sleek and modern aesthetic.

The new energy management system enables unified control and real‑time insights to support operational decisions across hybrid renewable and storage plants.

With 900 MW now installed, the country’s solar sector is scaling rapidly. Prof. Dimitar Dimitrov stresses the need for storage, grid modernisation and policy reform to secure 2030 energy goals.

The European Solar Manufacturing Council and SolarPower Europe call for additional measures beyond the Net Zero Industry Act to secure and sustainably expand Europe’s solar industry.

Roofs and flat open spaces aren't the only options for solar power. Applications that pose particular challenges for project planning and installation technology are increasingly coming into focus.