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Solar technology provider Sunoyster Systems from northern Germany, together with Portuguese energy company Galp Energia, has launched a pilot project in Lisbon using its lightweight modules.

Developers, researchers and entrepreneurs can submit entries for the €25,000 Adolf Goetzberger Award 2026 until 30 November 2025.

CEO Talk: Discover the new AI-powered plug-in home energy systems, featuring intelligent energy forecasts, consumption planning and optimisation. Save on costs with real-time tariff data and seamless, secure control of storage systems.

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

After more than four decades, Udo Möhrstedt is passing the leadership of IBC Solar to his son, Julius Möhrstedt. During a visit to Bad Staffelstein, we spoke about lessons learned, future prospects and how the transition was prepared.

The renewable energy company will expand its Scurtu Mare PV system in Romania into a hybrid plant after securing €25 million in refinancing and an additional €12 million investment.

The International Electrification and Decarbonisation Week will bring together Genera and Matelec trade fairs at Ifema Madrid from 18 to 20 November 2025, hosting over 700 companies and 50,000 professionals.

The UK is accelerating renewable energy deployment, propelled by strong policy support, large-scale offshore wind expansion and sustained investment in solar PV and biopower.

The Swiss manufacturer’s new M450 module features a matte glass surface that minimises disruptive reflections, making it ideal for installations near airports, roads and other environments sensitive to glare.

Despite significant challenges in financing and project development, utility-scale battery storage remains within reach. Diego De Lucia of Nexta Capital Partners highlights practical solutions being implemented in Italy.

Osnatech has expanded its partner network with the addition of module manufacturer Euronergy alongside Sunman, boosting its portfolio to meet rising demand and increasingly complex project requirements.

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.

The regional trade fair in western Germany returns in December with both halls fully booked. This year, power2heat for homes and businesses takes centre stage with its own dedicated forum. Register with us for a free ticket.

Businesses across Europe can now access tailored financing for Nidec Conversion’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure and services, thanks to a new partnership with BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions covering twelve countries.

Photovoltaic facades are gaining ground as cities seek new ways to expand clean energy. Vertical surfaces offer untapped potential, with European suppliers such as Eurener now tailoring products to urban demand.

This November, Madrid’s international Genera and Matelec fairs will showcase cutting-edge developments in photovoltaics, energy efficiency and digitalisation. Free tickets are available for our readers.

Large-scale storage systems are gaining ground across Europe, driven by growing demand for grid stabilisation and peak load shifting. Italy, Great Britain and Germany are leading the charge. Download our latest free e-paper now.

Efstathios Sideris, President of the Foreign Investors Council (FIC), shares his insights on financing conditions for solar in Greece and the role of local involvement.

The new facility combines solar power generation with traditional risotto rice cultivation in northern Italy, prioritising responsible water management and the creation of an additional ecological compensation area.

The new inverter from SMA is designed specifically for commercial solar installations, whether on rooftops, carports or open spaces.

The global market for energy storage is set to reach unprecedented levels next year, with utility-scale projects leading the charge, according to BNEF.

PV on Tour: Euronergy’s new lightweight PV modules have cleared key fire safety tests for building approval. Frank Hochmuth of Euronergy and Malte Sulkiewicz of Osnatech explain what sets the panels apart.

Solar installations can help preserve soil moisture and support the local water balance. Two studies back up these claims and show that farmers can actively manage water use with the right system design.

The Polish market remains challenging, yet solar and storage remain resilient, with strong growth for e-mobility, C&I, and grid-connected parks. Don’t miss our upcoming investor newsletter on 19 November 2025 – sign up now.

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.