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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.

Denmark’s solar market is entering a rapid growth phase, marked by new partnerships and projects ranging from utility‑scale developments to rooftop systems, as the country targets a fourfold rise in capacity by 2030.

The new facility in Finland underscores DHL's global climate strategy, aiming for climate-neutral buildings by 2030 and full climate neutrality by 2050, with solar energy playing a pivotal role.

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.

Backed by expanding offshore wind, solar PV and bioenergy, the UK is accelerating its clean energy build‑out under sustained government support.

A new global progress report highlights persistent bottlenecks in investment, grid infrastructure and supply chains, urging governments to set bolder renewable targets ahead of COP30.

Industry experts in Madrid are showcasing cutting-edge advances in solar and storage integration, from high-performance modules and battery systems to agri-PV – with AI boosting efficiency across diverse energy projects.

Poland’s transition to electric mobility is expected to remain slow until 2030, hindered by high vehicle costs and limited charging infrastructure – but improvements are anticipated with future advancements.

At the trade fair in Madrid, Spain’s solar sector explored electrification’s challenges and opportunities, highlighting new business models, innovation and the expanding role of photovoltaics, with flexibility and storage emerging as key.

The solar and storage markets in Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia, Slovenia and Albania are in their early stages but are expanding rapidly, supported by state programmes and EU funding. Don’t miss our upcoming investor newsletter on 10 December 2025 – sign up now.

The Energy Transition Expo will open its doors from 4 to 6 March in Rimini, presenting a new exhibition layout, a broader range of topics and an even stronger international focus.

Strengthening its position in Poland’s clean energy market, the company has secured new financing, partnered with Photon Energy on advanced energy management, and is expanding a pipeline of solar parks and 2.3 GWh of storage projects.

Despite abundant sunshine, Albania’s PV growth remains held back by bureaucracy, grid congestion and limited skilled labour. Professor Lorenc Malka outlines these challenges and explores potential solutions.

AI‑backed energy management is transforming how households generate, store and use power. LumenHaus CEO Dai Wang explains why intelligent systems are essential to making sustainable energy effortless and accessible.

Abstract submissions are now open for the conference sessions at The smarter E Europe 2026. The deadline for contributions is 5 December 2025 for the leading energy industry event.

The fourth edition of the conference will take place on 3 December 2025 in Brussels, organised by Intersolar Europe and SolarPower Europe.

As solar technology evolves from kilowatt-scale arrays to multi‑megawatt rooftops, manufacturers and developers across Europe are redefining project economics and grid integration.

The Polish Energy Ministry and transmission operator PSE have put forward a package of legislative changes to strengthen grid resilience and protect against disruptions, including outages and cyberattacks.

In the third part of this interview, Professor Lorenc Malka discusses Albania’s energy‑market liberalisation, exploring solar investment, new incentives and the pressing shift from hydropower to solar as climate pressures intensify.

As Greece’s PV market expands into large-scale projects, Helapco President Panagiotis Mourtopallas explains why clear rules for self-consumption are needed.

Prof. Ilija Nasov explains how Solar Macedonia helps the growing solar sector overcome local challenges and align with European standards as it navigates the post-coal transition.

The Spanish solar industry is discussing the future of self‑consumption at the Genera Forum in Madrid. The focus is on new legislation and storage incentives, with manufacturers presenting their technologies for the next phase of growth.

Energy transition investment reached an all‑time high of USD 2.4 trillion in 2024, with about one third directed to renewable energy technologies – led by photovoltaics, according to IRENA.

Albania’s reliance on hydropower is leading to supply-demand imbalances. Prof. Lorenc Malka from the Polytechnic University of Tirana points to solar, storage and investment incentives as keys to greater stability and new business opportunities.

Germany pioneered the expansion of photovoltaics, but has also encountered the limits of its system: overloaded grids, negative electricity prices and lengthy permitting processes. Thomas Hartauer of CAV Partners explains how Italy is tackling these challenges.