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The unassuming unit that steps in when the grid steps out

Atmoce retrofits three-phase backup to existing PV

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Designed for straightforward integration, the unit adds three-phase emergency supply to PV installations already in service, broadening resilience options for homeowners and commercial operators.

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.

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.

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.

On a solid footing: structural fire protection starts at ground level

BESS fire protection | 2: detection, suppression, response

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Sensors, extinguishing systems and pressure relief packaged into a single technical container can simplify planning, speed permitting and give emergency services a clear point of intervention.

At the Intersolar Forum, attention turns to how everything fits together

Intersolar Forum 2026: integration and sector coupling in focus

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From 23 to 25 June, sessions examine how solar combines with storage and other technologies, focusing on integration strategies, grid stability, sector coupling and emerging applications across a renewable electricity system.

Future electric? Corporate fleets dominate new vehicle registrations in Europe

Corporate fleets lead EV uptake as costs near half

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A new study by Eurelectric and EY estimates that fleet electrification could unlock cumulative operating cost savings of up to €246 billion by 2030.

Easy does it: a few tonnes of risk-assessed lithium chemistry coming in to land

BESS fire protection | 1: the groundwork

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Lithium-ion storage carries real risks of thermal runaway, fire and explosion. Certified technical containers can shield installations from external hazards and ease the route through building approval processes.

Visitor numbers at The smarter E Europe show no sign of easing

The smarter E Europe – secure your free tickets

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The most important trade fair for the sector returns to Munich this June. Use our voucher code to obtain free day tickets or three-day tickets.

Floating-PV is a trend in project business.

Solar Investors Guide #4 – Mounting on tricky terrain

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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.

Michael Villa, Executive Director of the European industry association smartEn (Smart Energy Europe)

"Demand side flexibility is a strategic asset"

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Once viewed as a brake on production, flexible electricity use is reshaping European industry's relationship with the grid. Michael Villa of smartEn sets out the opportunities, hurdles and the role of AI.

Dr. Šarūnas Stanaitis points to the need for early coordination and system-level alignment when combining generation and storage

Lithuania’s storage roll-out sharpens key grid lessons

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Projects bringing solar, wind and battery storage together are proving more complex in practice, as system differences and regulatory requirements extend commissioning timelines and place greater demands on coordination.

Laser focused on the wafer and on a tighter cost per watt

Lithuania – SoliTek brings fully automated line to full capacity

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The upgraded Vilnius facility produces residential modules up to 455 W and C&I modules up to 510 W in the G12R format, with semi-tempered glass aimed at the German overhead glazing market.

Guest author Felix Krause, founder and CEO of Vireo Ventures

Energy limits – the real constraint on AI expansion

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Chips and valuations dominate the AI narrative, but reliable electricity is emerging as a key constraint on infrastructure build-out and long-term competitiveness, says Vireo Ventures CEO Felix Krause.

White, vertical, vaguely commanding: the new Powerwall 3P

PV Europe’s products of the week – four for the spec sheet

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A three-phase home battery from Tesla, an inverter frame with built-in cable management from OBO, four MWh of C&I storage from Solaredge, and a trapezoidal sheet fastener from SL Rack lead the line-up.

67 MW tracker system in Albania. Katerina Jirku Nemec sees CEE’s role as unique worldwide

Trinasolar’s Jirku Nemec: Market diversity drives solar potential in CEE

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Katerina Jirku Nemec, Head of Eastern Europe at Trinasolar, outlines in this interview why Central Eastern Europe stands out in a global context.

When generation and infrastructure begin to overlap

Timing over volume – designing for peak loads

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If short demand spikes set costs, system design must follow. In part two of his piece on peak demand, Stefan Schröder of Sonepar examines the implications for design and integration.

Heritage brick meets next-generation battery in Utrecht

Utrecht leads in V2G car-sharing with solar integration

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The Utrecht Energized initiative unites Renault Group, We Drive Solar, MyWheels and the city administration to deploy a fleet of fifty Renault 5 E‑Tech cars with bidirectional charging.

Still on the clock – wind keeping its end of the 24/7 bargain

Irena: 24/7 case for renewables no longer theoretical

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The agency's new report finds that solar and wind paired with batteries already deliver firm power below USD 100 per MWh in high-quality regions, with reductions of 30 to 40 percent projected by the mid-2030s.