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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.

The cargo ship MV Vertom Tula now sails with 44 Solar Flatracks from Wattlab, delivering onboard solar power and cutting onboard energy demand by 20 percent.

As Europe’s strained energy grid puts business growth at risk, innovative companies are seizing the moment, as Emmanuel Trivin, Managing Director Continental Europe at Wewise, explains.

Slim solar panels are becoming increasingly efficient and sophisticated. Explore this evolving technology in our weekly feature from 10 to 13 November.

Roof refurbishments weigh heavily on farm budgets, but photovoltaic systems or leasing models can turn agricultural buildings into assets that finance repairs while generating electricity and income.

The Net Zero Europe – Solar & Energy Storage Summit in Barcelona unveiled the European Solar Awards 2025, recognising important contributions to Europe’s solar and energy storage transition.

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.

After a month of relative stability, October data from sun.store’s Battery Index reveal renewed downward pressure on prices across both premium and performance segments, alongside a significant reshuffling in brand rankings.

A new joint venture from Metlen and Karatzis will deliver a €170 million utility-scale battery system in Thessaly, with completion targeted for Q2 2026.

This week’s product highlights include Sonnen’s RED cybersecurity certification, GSE’s improved module density for east-west systems, the Backup Controller from Fronius, and Ademotec’s streamlined firefighter switch system.

Poland’s transition to electric mobility is expected to remain slow until 2030, hindered by high vehicle costs and limited charging infrastructure – but improvements are anticipated with future advancements.

Think tank E3G argues that with the right policies, heat pumps could halve heating bills while improving home comfort for families across the UK.

The energy storage and hydrogen solutions provider has established subsidiaries in Australia and South Africa to further advance its battery energy storage systems and hydrogen business.

Developer Alight has secured a multi-million euro grant from the EU Innovation Fund for a 120 MW solar park with 45 MW of co-located battery storage in southeastern Finland.

The company has secured fresh capital, formed a partnership with Photon Energy for advanced energy management, and maintains a project pipeline comprising solar parks and 2.3 GWh of storage installations.

The European PV module market remains steady, with prices showing minimal movement as production and demand stay in balance, sun.store reports.

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.

The new i-Shelter Twin S mounting system streamlines the installation of firefighter switches and generator junction boxes directly on PV modules, improving both convenience and safety.

Electricity consumers will soon benefit from lower grid fees for midday usage, as flexible tariffs are introduced to encourage smarter consumption. The move positions Austria as a pioneer in driving greater system flexibility across Europe.

The Austrian company is expanding its portfolio with heating rods that combine broad compatibility and high adaptability, offering operators more options for integration across different systems.

Podcast: Elevated solar modules and solar fences are helping farmers generate clean solar power on their pastures and arable land. Stephan Schindele, head of the agri-PV division at BayWa r.e., explains how agricultural transformation and the energy transition are interconnected, offering clear benefits for both farmers and investors. Several countries across Europe are already leading the way with large-scale agri-PV projects.

Flexible solar systems and ultra-safe batteries are set to reach more Dutch homes and social housing through a new partnership between Atmoce and SolarDeals.

At the XII Solar Forum in Madrid, Spain’s solar industry urged regulatory action to better integrate photovoltaics and storage, highlighting grid stability, reindustrialisation and the crucial role of battery storage.

In response to the sharp downturn in Europe’s PPA market, the European industry alliance RE-Source Platform is calling for an electrification drive and targeted government support.

The Solar Quality Summit Europe on 18–19 February will bring together investors, service providers and technology suppliers to discuss market trends, share practical experience and explore new technologies and challenges in the solar sector.