All latest news ib vogt IEA: Middle East crisis driving investment in electrification 07/19/2026 - Countries are responding to the second energy crisis in five years by expanding electricity investment and turning to new supply routes and domestic resources, the International Energy Agency (IEA) reports. Vorsatz Media Solax Power: new systems for residential and commercial buildings 07/19/2026 - PV Guided Tours: The market expects complete and well-integrated systems that are intelligently managed and, increasingly, supported by AI. We find out what makes it possible to build smart energy systems of this kind. Niels H. Petersen Spain – municipalities take on a bigger role in energy communities 07/19/2026 - UNEF and Castilla-La Mancha's regional government are working to give municipalities a stronger role across the country's 837 energy communities, where local involvement already runs deep. sun.store Battery Index – commercial demand picks up as prices ease 07/19/2026 - sun.store data show pricing in the 60–120 kWh category falling sharply in June, driven by a shift in product mix rather than demand, even as commercial activity rebounded in the 20–30 kWh range. Solar Promotion GmbH Industrial flexibility: a €300 billion opportunity for Europe 07/18/2026 - A new whitepaper finds industrial flexibility could cut EU renewables curtailment by 61 percent and avoid 60 GW of peak capacity, while opening new revenue streams for energy-intensive sectors. Vorsatz Media SKYWORTH Solar: staying competitive through local value creation 07/18/2026 - CEO Talk: As subsidies phase out, electricity prices turn negative and Europe reshapes its regulatory framework, the question now is who will remain competitive. We find out how SKYWORTH Solar is positioning itself for a new era in the European energy market. BuGG/G. Mann Heat and heavy rain – solar green roofs becoming a frontline climate tool 07/18/2026 - As heatwaves and storms intensify across Europe, combining green roofs with rooftop solar is gaining traction as a practical way to cool buildings, manage rainfall and generate clean power where it is needed most. Vorsatz Media SAJ Electric: innovative storage solutions for residential & C&I 07/17/2026 - PV Guided Tours: The HS5 all-in-one offers a complete way to power private homes. It brings together solar, battery storage, a wallbox and backup power in a single unit, with an AI-based energy manager orchestrating the individual components. DLG Energy Decentral – apply now for the Innovation Awards 07/17/2026 - The DLG is accepting submissions for its 2026 Innovation Awards until 31 July, offering Energy Decentral exhibitors in Hanover a broad marketing package and stronger presence at the fair. sun.store June PV Index: premium modules hit new highs, confidence holds firm 07/17/2026 - Premium module segments hit new highs in June as back contact and full black extended their runs, while buyer sentiment stayed firmly expansionary despite a slight easing in the PV PMI to 67, according to data from sun.store. EMC-direct EMC-direct – wiring systems correctly and safely 07/17/2026 - When setting up solar systems, it's crucial to ensure the correct connectors are consistently used. Improper connections can lead to significant and easily avoidable risks. Alfen NL – BELECTRIC's next big build takes shape in Noordoostpolder 07/17/2026 - The east-west oriented installation will be built for developer Novar, spanning more than six kilometres across the Dutch municipality. Wien Energie/Faschang/BayWa r.e./privat Solar Investors Guide #8 – Agri-PV for farmers and investors 07/17/2026 - 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. OIEH Croatian and Italian associations join on agri-PV rollout 07/17/2026 - A new partnership between OIEH and AIAS aims to accelerate agrivoltaics deployment through shared expertise, joint conferences and coordinated proposals on regulation, drawing on Italy's established track record in the sector. Vorsatz Media LONGi: a look inside the ONE storage platform 07/17/2026 - PV Guided Tours: LONGi ONE is an integrated storage platform for C&I applications, featuring intelligent energy management and a TÜV-certified early warning system at cell level. Watch the video to find out why storage is becoming a key component of modern energy infrastructure. Atmoce PV Europe’s product picks of the week – focus on storage 07/17/2026 - Atmoce's AC-coupled commercial storage, Senec's Powerpilot and new home units, Solarwatt's higher-capacity Battery Vision and Voltara's open energy management platform – this week's product round-up puts the spotlight on solar storage. Vorsatz Media NextPower: more value from utility-scale projects 07/16/2026 - CEO Talk: Utility-scale solar projects across Europe are under growing cost pressure, even as expectations around yield, grid integration and long-term profitability continue to rise. Which new ideas boost project value, and which innovations matter most to the market? Let‘s find out. EMC-direct EMC-direct on DC connectors: crimp right or risk failure 07/16/2026 - The quality of plug connections is critical to safety, efficiency and longevity. Even minor crimping errors can have serious consequences. Follow these tips to ensure correct installation. LONGi LONGi lifts silicon-perovskite tandem cell efficiency to 35.5 percent 07/16/2026 - The certified result, confirmed by ESTI on 14 July 2026, extends a run of gains that has taken LONGi from 34.85 to 35.5 percent in under a year. Euronergy/private Solar Investors Guide – Martin Green on glass-free modules 07/16/2026 - 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. Fraunhofer ISE Germany's renewables share climbs to new highs 07/16/2026 - Fraunhofer ISE reports that solar generation rose ten percent year on year to a record 43.2 TWh, as wind and solar together reshaped the country's power mix. Move On Energy Solar Investors Guide #1 – ELTIF 2.0 and PPAs open doors for investment 07/16/2026 - The updated European Long Term Investment Fund regulation broadens access to solar projects for institutional and private investors, while PPAs now offer returns independent of public subsidies. ib vogt Solar cuts EU gas bill by €20 billion during Middle East war 07/16/2026 - The bloc avoided billions of cubic metres of imported gas over 137 days, according to SolarPower Europe, with solar supplying a quarter of the EU's electricity in June, its largest single power source. Vorsatz Media SL Rack: innovations in roof mounting 07/16/2026 - CEO Talk: Demand for private and commercial solar rooftops is picking up and the expansion of solar parks continues to accelerate. Yet rising metal prices and energy costs are putting pressure on suppliers of mounting technology. Ludwig Schletter, CEO of SL Rack, talks about the challenges. Voltara Voltara targets installers with combined storage and energy platform 07/16/2026 - Capacity ranges from 5 to 30 kWh per module, extending to 120 kWh through cascading, with more than 100 devices compatible across manufacturers. Show more