All latest news The smarter E The smarter E Award 2026: E-mobility nominees 06/01/2026 - 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. Nextpower Nextpower agrees $365m deal for BESS supplier Prevalon 06/01/2026 - 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. Velka Botička Solar for farmers – tech and regulations in focus 06/01/2026 - 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. Next2Sun Next2Sun and Over Easy Solar team up on vertical PV 06/01/2026 - 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. Vorsatz Media Solis – new hybrid inverter delivers 125 kilowatts 06/01/2026 - PV Guided Tours: Solis offers a broad portfolio of inverters for residential and C&I. A standout highlight is the new hybrid inverter with 125 kilowatts of power and ten MPP trackers. On the service side, the company is increasingly focusing on AI capable of responding in real time – a clear benefit for installers and consumers. Solar Fabrik Solar Fabrik colours its way into the heritage market 06/01/2026 - The Mono S4 Halfcut Chroma Orange is Solar Fabrik's first coloured solar module, with a red-brown finish modelled on RAL 8004 for traditional red tiled roofs and heritage-protected buildings. PMT Advertisement PMT X118 – Protection without limits 06/01/2026 - Flat roofs offer huge potential – but they also demand smart solutions. Large modules, complex layouts, strict structural and safety requirements and rising cost pressure call for a mounting system that does more than simply hold panels in place. Galileo Green Energy Spain – Galileo nets 700 MW grid access for clean power 05/31/2026 - The Zurich-based developer has cleared a key hurdle for its Spanish portfolio of battery, wind and solar projects, with final investment decisions on several schemes targeted by the end of 2026. Nextpower Nextpower marks European debut at Intersolar 2026 05/31/2026 - A decade on from its tracker origins, the Nasdaq-listed company is using its first Intersolar under the Nextpower name to position itself as a single-source partner for European developers and EPCs. Margriet Fotografie Beyond recovery: solar enters a new industrial chapter 05/31/2026 - After a punishing downturn, Europe's solar market is finding its footing. European Solar’s Gerard Scheper argues the deeper change lies in the industrial and political reset now taking shape around it. smartEn "Demand side flexibility is a strategic asset" 05/30/2026 - 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. The smarter E The smarter E Award 2026: Integrated Energy 05/30/2026 - From commercial energy management systems and hybrid inverters to vehicle-to-grid platforms and AI-backed grid modelling, the 2026 Smart integrated energy finalists show software taking on more of the work of managing distributed energy assets. METLEN Giannis Giannakopoulos: “Portfolio and aggregator management is essential” 05/30/2026 - METLEN's integrated utility chief explains how the group fuses generation, storage, trading and supply into one platform, underpinning decarbonisation, customer affordability and industrial resilience across more than 40 markets. ees Europe Quadrupling EU storage by 2030 – the ees Europe agenda 05/29/2026 - Europe's battery storage fleet is growing fast, up more than 45% last year and potentially quadrupling by 2030, with €55 billion in annual savings on the table, if Germany and others get the regulatory framework right. Heiko Schwarzburger Solar Investors Guide #5 – Solarised parking and charging 05/29/2026 - 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. Trina Storage Romania – Trina Storage ships 40 MW Gamma project 05/29/2026 - The 160.48 MWh utility-scale battery system marks the first European deployment of an integrated DC+AC architecture, combining 32 Elementa 2 Pro battery units with four Electra AC units Vorsatz Media SL Rack – optimal module mounting for all roofs 05/29/2026 - PV Guided Tours: Mounting systems play a crucial role in PV installations by providing stability and reliability over many years. What details do manufacturers focus on to make your work easier? Ludwig M. Schletter from SL Rack shows the latest solutions for optimal installation. Watch the video to find out more. Schletter Intersolar 2026: Schletter to present rafter and agri-PV upgrades 05/29/2026 - The mounting manufacturer is debuting a single-person insertion system for ground-mounted projects, alongside a 1P tracker upgrade delivering 2.1 metres of clearance at up to 60 degrees of tilt. 3E Agri-PV – Egyptian pilot pairs solar power with desert agriculture 05/29/2026 - The project is being developed as both a demonstration site and a research platform to assess the long-term potential of agrivoltaics in arid climates. Google Google – how to set PV Europe as a preferred source 05/29/2026 - A new Google Search setting lets users prioritise the publications they trust. This is how to add PV Europe and keep its coverage close at hand. K2 Systems PV Europe picks of the week – new kit on the block 05/29/2026 - K2 Systems has two new ground-mount solutions, Deyle a 108 kWh LFP home storage system, Solarfox an app-free solar data display, and Lade a scalable AC charging system for large charging parks. Vorsatz Media OBO Bettermann – holistic installation solutions for solar energy 05/29/2026 - PV Guided Tours: From smart cable management to lightning, surge and fire protection, this complete installation package offers everything from a single source. We take a closer look. Solar Promotion GmbH Intersolar Europe 2026: C&I moves from installation to integration 05/28/2026 - With rooftop PV costs now well below industrial grid tariffs in Germany, Intersolar Europe in Munich turns its attention to storage, load management and the regulatory frameworks reshaping the C&I sector. O&L Nexentury Solar Investors Guide #4 – Mounting on tricky terrain 05/28/2026 - 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. European Energy UK – European Energy breaks ground on 70 MW Cornwall project 05/28/2026 - Danish developer European Energy has started construction of the Indian Queens project in Cornwall, combining 67.96 MW of solar capacity with a 95 MWh battery system, with revenues secured through a corporate PPA and a capacity market contract. Show more