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Dynamic growth and shifting regulation are shaping solar markets in Central and Eastern Europe, as Memodo Managing Director Jonas Kasal discusses impacts on strategy, investment and project pipelines.

One week after Easter, another truck transporting solar equipment is on its way to war-affected Ukraine, bound for two hospitals awaiting backup power systems. The appeal remains open and support is urgently needed.

A new advisory from the International Renewable Energy Agency links recent market disruption to structural energy risks, arguing that faster deployment of renewables and storage can reduce exposure while supporting economic stability.

The parliament in Madrid has ratified a package of 80 measures backed by €5 billion that extends self-consumption rules, eases storage requirements and advances energy communities.

Located in Przeworsk, the standalone battery project will be delivered under a full EPC scope, with grid connection, integration and commissioning ahead of planned operation in early 2027.

Interview with Anoushka Bakx

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.

Solar Solutions will arrive in Vienna at the end of April, bringing its B2B trade fair to the Austrian capital, with the full programme now online and free tickets available.

Veselin Todorov, Chairman and Founder of Solar Academy Bulgaria, shares his perspective on the development of photovoltaics and energy storage in Bulgaria, the challenges facing the sector and the opportunities ahead.

March data of sun.store confirm that demand for solar components across the European PV market remained strong. Most module categories saw month-on-month price increases of four to six percent, while back-contact modules rose by ten percent.

Operators across Europe are managing increasingly complex portfolios of renewables, storage and flexible demand. The challenge is no longer capacity, but how effectively these assets are orchestrated, says Remi Ramcharan of Senkron Digital.

EU policy must integrate security, competitiveness and social impact considerations alongside climate targets, says state-backed energy group Tauron Polska Energia, reflecting country-level realities and system stability needs.

Tech network Fotoplat is hosting its annual assembly at the end of April, highlighting national PV research capacities and running a pitch competition for solar startups.

AI-based platform provider Delfos Energy now manages over 1,000 European energy sites and has raised €3 million in a seed extension to back regional expansion.

The EU saved €111.7 million per day in the first 17 days of the Middle East conflict, according to new research from SolarPower Europe. With gas prices still volatile and solar deployment continuing, savings from avoided fossil fuel imports are expected to increase.

Chips and valuations dominate the AI narrative, but reliable electricity is emerging as a key constraint on infrastructure build-out and long-term competitiveness, says Vireo Ventures CEO Felix Krause.

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.

After weeks of supply constraints and rising prices, pressure is easing. However, new factors could shape PV module and battery pricing in the coming months, says Gerard Scheper, CEO of European Solar. Distinguishing temporary effects from structural shifts will be key to understanding the market’s direction.

A 63 percent rise in cyber attacks in 2024 has exposed vulnerabilities in Lithuania’s solar and storage infrastructure. Cybersecurity expert Dr Robertas Janickas outlines measures to restrict remote access to critical systems.

With its first Latvian contract, Merus Power will deliver core technology for two battery storage projects in Riga, working with contractor Nordes Būve.

The solar market of the world’s most populous country is entering a new phase of scale and industrial ambition, as rapid growth and manufacturing expansion position it as both a major demand centre and an emerging global supplier.

Annual investment in the sector is forecast to more than double by 2035, with cumulative spending over the next decade estimated at 250 to 300 billion US dollars.

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.

Fenecon’s head of international business development and sales discusses opportunities and challenges in Central and Eastern Europe’s evolving energy storage market.

Solar Ireland CEO Ronan Power discusses the drivers behind Ireland’s rapid residential and utility-scale PV growth, highlighting strong market momentum, policy support and the next steps for sector integration.