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CEO Talk: Module technology is evolving rapidly, even amid intense price competition. All the while, customers demand more power from their systems. Back contact cells represent the current pinnacle of development, but there’s more to be achieved. Where is the industry headed? We take a closer look.

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.

With decades of experience in the energy sector, the German company is well placed in the solar park and battery storage business. Jörg Lennertz highlights the importance of expertise in integrating renewable energies.

Ampyr Solar Europe has inaugurated a 96 MW solar park in Noordoostpolder, marking the latest addition to the hybrid energy cluster.

SolarPower Europe, in collaboration with the Global Solar Council, has released new analysis pointing to strong opportunities for solar investment in Latin America.

This special edition explores how farmers can use land more efficiently by combining agriculture with solar energy. It also covers technology, insurance and the shift to e-mobility in farming.

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 Swedish County Administration Board has approved Soltech’s hybrid ventures, clearing the way for utility‑scale solar parks with integrated battery storage.

Negative electricity prices are putting pressure on the PPA business model, but smart combinations with storage and co-location can offer a way forward.

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.

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.

The software tool supports users through every stage of solar project planning, from initial concept to purchase and installation support. Dr Kathrin Dengler-Roscher shares how they’re working to make the user experience even smoother.

CEO Talk: Demand for large storage systems is surging across Europe, but delivering them involves major challenges – from permitting and financing to construction and operation. Michael Hierholzer of Rolls-Royce explains why experienced and reliable partners are key.

Jaime Arau is a design engineer and entrepreneur. He spent years developing specialised machinery for the automotive sector and, since 2009, has applied that expertise to solar, designing and building durable substructures for utility‑scale PV parks.

Physical risks such as lightning, fire and theft are well understood in solar. Increasingly, cyberattacks are emerging as a critical concern. Our next investor newsletter will be published on 10 September 2025. Subscribe to stay informed.

CEO Talk: Solavita delivers comprehensive solutions for solar power, storage and energy management. In this video, discover the company’s philosophy, learn about its future plans for Europe and explore its latest innovations.

Industry leaders at the summit will discuss how AI can drive efficiency, strengthen quality assurance and support operational excellence in Europe’s solar sector.

The co-location project Gecama combines wind power, photovoltaics and large-scale battery storage, with a total capacity of 554 MW and 220 MWh.

With module prices currently low, investing in solar is especially appealing – though conditions may not stay this favourable for long. The battery storage market is also heating up, particularly for large-scale systems. We spoke with Dutch market analyst Gerard Scheper about the key players, what’s driving the shift and what change to expect.

PV Guided Tours: Huawei FusionSolar is unveiling its new Luna2000 utility-scale battery storage system with a capacity of five MWh. The current 4.5 MWh systems have already received the Prime safety certificate from TÜV Rheinland.

The approvals clear the way for renewable energy developer VSB to roll out two agri‑PV installations in central Italy, designed for both energy production and farming.

In the solar sector, security has long meant guarding against lightning, surges, fire and theft. Now cyberattacks pose a new and threat of an altogether different kind.

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.

A new large-scale PV project near Poland’s Baltic coast uses cable pooling alongside an existing wind farm to boost efficiency and streamline the grid connection.

Solar systems provide statistically stronger blackout protection than large power plants. At the same time, the risk of cyberattacks is increasing. Sonna Barry from Secida AG explains how solar companies can prepare for escalating threats.