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Kristian Ruby, Secretary General of Eurelectric.

Kristian Ruby: “We must accelerate electrification in all sectors”

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Boosting electricity demand and flexibility is key to unlocking the benefits of the energy transition, says Eurelectric.

Unloading the solar panels from the truck in Ukraine.

Biohaus Stiftung seeks support for Ukraine

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Christmas appeal: More than a dozen solar systems have been dispatched to schools and hospitals in war-torn Ukraine. Now the foundation is seeking modules, inverters and mounting equipment, and urgently requests financial contributions.

The new podcast deals with the complexity of projects in agri-PV.

Solar Investors Guide #8 – Agri-PV for farmers and investors

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Podcast (German): Valuable agricultural land can serve two purposes: as pasture or arable land and for generating clean solar power. Stephan Schindele, head of the agri-PV business unit at BayWa r.e., explains the advantages these systems offer farmers – and where the pitfalls lie.

Keep safe and good luck for 2026!

Wishing all our readers a bright start to the New Year!

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2026 is shaping up to be just as eventful as the year now behind us. True to form, the solar world clearly has no intention of playing it safe. The upside is that battery storage, electrified heat, e-mobility and new tariff structures are all giving PV a tailwind across Europe.

The Solar Investors Guide reflects an exciting and ever-evolving industry.

Solar Investors Guide #3 – Innovation reaching new heights

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The world’s leading innovation hub for solar investors, The smarter E Europe in Munich, represents a key platform for trailblazing products and solutions driving the global energy transition. The event showcases cutting-edge innovations in PV, energy storage, e-mobility, system integration and project development. Download the free e-paper now.

AI is a mighty tool for improving storage systems and energy supply.

Sigenergy – new app optimises energy management with AI

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PV Guided Tours: The new Sigenergy app uses AI to optimise energy management, with new features that support the integration of DC optimisers, bidirectional charging and energy tradin  – good news for cost-conscious users. The second-generation hybrid inverter, with battery packs and easy retrofit options, is now available.

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.

Prof. Malka highlights photovoltaic, storage, and investment incentives as key to diversifying the electricity mix.

Lorenc Malka: Solar vital for Albania’s energy balance

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Albania’s reliance on hydropower is leading to supply-demand imbalances. Prof. Lorenc Malka from the Polytechnic University of Tirana points to solar, storage and investment incentives as keys to greater stability and new business opportunities.

Small ripples, big change – KEY 2026 hopes to make waves in Rimini

Italy – energy efficiency tops the agenda at KEY 2026

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The Energy Transition Expo will take place in Rimini from 4 to 6 March, unveiling a new exhibition layout, an expanded thematic scope and an even stronger international focus.

Our guest author Emmanuel Trivin

Breaking grid barriers – how solar empowers business growth

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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.

Uri Sadot (right) and Karsten Schäfer discuss the latest cybersecurity topics.

Solar Investors Guide #7 – Hackers highlight solar infrastructure risks

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Podcast: Cybersecurity is a critical issue for inverters and solar storage. Uri Sadot, Cybersecurity Programme Director at SolarEdge and Chair of Digitalisation at SolarPower Europe, outlines system vulnerabilities, recent incidents and the urgent need for preventive action. He warns: caution blocks criminal access, while hesitation invites costly failures and grid disruptions.

Manuel Schmidt has over 15 years' experience in the energy industry

Dutch grid resilience offers lessons for Europe

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As Europe’s energy transition accelerates, grid challenges are intensifying. Manuel Schmidt of iwell explains how Dutch experience can inform solutions.

Katharina David of K2 Systems tells us the ideas of intelligent mounting support.

K2 Systems – new ideas for solar mounting

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CEO Talk: The market for mounting systems is tough. Competition is fierce and price pressure is high. Manufacturers including K2 Systems are responding with smart innovations. But who – or what – is KAI? And what's behind the motto ‘From Base to Peak’? Let’s find out!

A tango of energy and agriculture – PV and storage lead in the quest for farm independence

Agritechnica 2025 spotlights agri‑PV and storage amid rising uncertainty

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Visitors to the world’s largest agricultural machinery trade fair left no doubt: independence from external power is now front of mind, driving momentum and raising the bar for renewable integration in modern farming.

Our guest author Thomas Hartauer is founder and CEO of CAV Partners

How Italy is advancing the solar energy transition

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Germany pioneered the expansion of photovoltaics, but has also encountered the limits of its system: overloaded grids, negative electricity prices and lengthy permitting processes. Thomas Hartauer of CAV Partners explains how Italy is tackling these challenges.

Stay up to date with the latest advances in agricultural photovoltaics in our free special edition

Solar solutions 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.

Mo Horowitz shows off the new Solargik mounting solutions for farms and ranches.

Solargik – slim mounting for fields and challenging terrain

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PV Guided Tours: Solar canopies for vines, fruit and berry plantations serve to protect growing fruit from harsh weather and environmental conditions. In most cases, however, the grapevines, the bushes and trees are already firmly rooted in the ground. Mo Horowitz, COO of Solargik, shows how this can be achieved without interrupting agricultural operations – even on slopes.

Scenes from KEY 2025 in Rimini

KEY 2026 expo line-up highlights finance and energy strategies

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The Energy Transition Expo from 4 to 6 March in Rimini, Italy, will feature an extensive programme of conferences, seminars and strategic debates focused on the energy transition at both national and international levels.

Alec Curry (right) tells us about their promising new solutions.

Atmoce – low voltages increase safety

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PV Guided Tours: Atmoce presents two new innovative products – a micro inverter and a low-voltage battery. The M-ELV battery operates at less than 30 volts, increasing safety for installers and simplifying day-to-day work. Intelligent energy management system connects both components. The low-voltage technology is designed to benefit private households as well as commercial users.