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Three projects presented at the Intersolar Forum show how PV, battery storage, charging infrastructure, energy management software and market integration are turning commercial truck and bus depots into flexible, revenue-generating assets.

Investing in solar parks, expansive rooftop systems and cutting-edge battery storage requires patience and a genuinely long-term outlook. Such projects are generally designed to run for twenty years or more, making it crucial to safeguard them against a broad spectrum of risks over their lifespan – an important issue that is still too often neglected.

Next2Sun argues that combining south-facing and vertical installations can expand connected capacity by around 60 percent while cutting infrastructure costs and improving market returns.

Podcast: Specialist retailer BayWa r.e. Solar Trade is setting new standards for emissions-free logistics.Suppliers, transport, buildings, and packaging are all being examined, and notable progress has already been made. Dominik Dohr, Vice President of Global Procurement and Supply Chain at BayWa r.e. Solar Trade, has a clear vision in which renewable energy and sustainability go hand in hand. As Europe’s largest solar retailer, the company aims to cut emissions across all areas, from internal processes to logistics and supply chains.

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.

A new Fraunhofer ISE study launched at The smarter E Europe finds Germany's energy transition technically and economically sound, as storage boom data reveals the gap between potential and delivery.

Marking a decade since its launch, the EUPD Research and smarter E Europe initiative recognised suppliers across the DACH region and four new markets at a ceremony in Munich on 25 June.

The smarter E Europe closed with a Fraunhofer-backed argument that an all-renewable grid is technically achievable and cheaper over time than the fossil-fuel alternative.

The Chinese manufacturer covers capacities from 6 kWh to 6 MWh, with new products including semi-solid cells and a commercial and industrial all-in-one system on show in Munich.

Covering C&I and utility-scale storage, specialised modules for constrained environments and a deployable containerised system, LONGi's Intersolar showcase reflects the broadening demands of European solar markets.

Professor Martin Green of the University of New South Wales is a leading figure in solar research, holding numerous patents and efficiency records dating back to 1974. Now Chief Scientific Officer at Euronergy, he is focused on developing glass-free, lightweight modules that are exceptionally thin and easy to install.

Energiepark Witznitz: With an output of 650 megawatts, the solar park south of Leipzig marks a milestone in project development. Register now to download our special edition free of charge. Investor newsletter subscribers receive it directly to their desktop.

An analysis from the University of Zagreb sets out how a mix of storage and flexibility options, from pumped hydro to bidirectional EV charging, could underpin Croatia's renewable energy transition.

Fully booked halls, 2,650 exhibitors from 52 countries and a Fraunhofer-backed scientific programme made the case that round-the-clock renewable energy is no longer a prospect but a present reality.

Presented in Berlin, the updated guide from Nürtingen-Geislingen University sets out design, vegetation and structural criteria for combining photovoltaics with green roofs, drawn from real-world reference projects.

Technology and energy trading company Second Foundation is developing 307 MW of battery storage across three sites, including Czechia's future largest installation, due online by end of 2026.

Solar-as-service provider Alight has commissioned a 1.4 MW solar carport at Lear's site in Valls, Spain, alongside new rooftop installations at two manufacturing plants in Poland, bringing the partnership to six European sites.

The veteran metal roof attachment specialist is expanding its European presence at The smarter E Europe, with two products aimed at simplifying solar installation on carports and flat commercial rooftops.

With module prices currently low, investing in solar is particularly attractive, although conditions may not remain this favourable for long. The battery storage market is also gaining momentum, especially for large-scale systems. We spoke with Dutch market analyst Gerard Scheper about the key players, the drivers behind the shift and what changes to expect.

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.

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.

New TOPCon module series, a utility-scale battery system and a tracker designed for uneven terrain headline Trinasolar's Intersolar showcase, as the company marks 20 years in the European market.

The Osnabrück manufacturer is showcasing bidirectional charging, AI-driven energy management and a new C&I storage system at ees Europe, alongside a peer energy sharing model still in development.

The new INFINITE ULTRA module reaches 25.6% efficiency and 690W output, continuing a four-year development arc that has made BC technology a mainstream option in both residential and utility solar.

The expert from VW subsidiary Elli explains what bidirectional charging can deliver for the energy and mobility transition, where deployment stands today, and which regulatory hurdles still need clearing in Germany and Europe.