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JA Solar will present its DeepBlue 5.0 n-type TOPCon modules for commercial installations, alongside the JAPlanet battery energy storage system for commercial projects, at the Expo in Rimini from 4 to 6 March.

The recent price spike in solar modules and batteries is not a new normal but a market catching its breath, says Gerard Scheper, CEO of European Solar.

Nearly 300 exhibitors from 11 countries will gather at Targi Kielce on 4–5 March, reflecting Poland’s progression from rapid solar expansion to a more coordinated systems approach.

PV Guided Tours: Lumenhaus aims to transform the solar market with its direct-to-customer approach and the SunSaver system – an all-in-one solution integrating PV, EV charging, heat pumps and AI-based energy management to optimise and simplify energy use in private households.

At Rimini Expo Centre, DPE 2026 will host a three-day platform focused on infrastructure, digitalisation and the integration of distributed and centralised power systems.

The use of drones for the cleaning of agricultural solar arrays is increasing, placing new demands on cleaning agents in terms of safety, compatibility and application control.

The German digital energy management specialist has begun developing proprietary artificial intelligence, with the new assistant Matua designed to enhance predictive control of distributed energy assets and smart grid applications.

As solar becomes an established business asset across Central and Eastern Europe, financial returns increasingly depend on disciplined operational management, market responsiveness and robust digital infrastructure.

The latest generation of mounting solutions for flat metal roofs and facades will be presented in Rimini, with an emphasis on planning reliability, rapid installation and system efficiency.

As emissions trading expands in Europe and beyond, researchers at PIK examine why carbon pricing remains contested among policymakers and weigh familiar objections against the empirical record.

The EU Investment Fund is expanding access to transition finance for SMEs and mid-sized companies through a Qualitas Energy credit fund supported by Spain’s Resilience Facility and NextGenerationEU.

The digital solution aims to standardise and document the entire PV installation process, supporting greater transparency and efficiency and aiding quality assurance.

Consumer priorities in Spain’s solar market have fundamentally shifted after a major power outage in spring 2025. The study reveals how motivations have changed and which technologies are now in focus.

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.

The rapid-deployment installation system is engineered to cut labour costs, accelerate project timelines and lower construction expenses, particularly on challenging and sloped terrain.

Supervised by fire engineering consultancy Hiller and certified by TÜV Rheinland, the test demonstrated the system’s enclosure integrity, fire isolation, use of resistant materials, and the reliability of critical systems under extreme fire conditions.

Independent power producer R.Power and energy trader Axpo have signed an optimisation agreement for a 150 MW / 300 MWh utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) in Poland, with services agreed through to the end of 2037.

CEO Talk: Power storage for C&I applications is booming. Sofar is expanding its portfolio with the launch of the new PowerIn system this year, and is ramping up sales across Europe. What's the strategy behind this push? Let‘s find out.

 Croatian Solar Flex 2026 brings together investors to examine battery storage potential and the role of demand-side flexibility in lowering energy costs.

The Croatian Ministry of Environment and Green Transition and the national environmental fund are offering €1.58 billion in grants this year, targeting renewable power, heating, EVs and energy efficiency. Application schedules are now available.

Produced from UV-resistant nylon 612, the new PLT4S-M6120 cable ties are designed for outdoor PV installations, combining resistance to sunlight, acid rain and chemical corrosion with a 20-year service life.

Metlen and Tsakos Group will jointly invest in one of Greece’s largest hybrid plants, combining large-scale solar generation with 375 MWh of battery storage, scheduled for completion in early 2028.

Free to download: This special issue highlights the dual use of land as a key aspect of the solar energy transition in agriculture. Alongside the latest technological developments, it also covers the emerging business models for solar installations on farmland.

CEO Talk: In a world driven by electric energy, Ampace is one of the forerunners of technology. From cutting-edge batteries to intelligent energy solutions, the company is fuelling the future for all kinds of applications – one charge at a time.

The latest publications from the association focus on safeguarding long-term performance in hybrid solar and storage projects and strengthening quality control in EPC and commissioning processes for commercial operation.