Solar Investors Guide #5 – prospects and pitfalls for investments in solar and large battery projects

08/21/2026 | Print view

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. Dutch market analyst Gerard Scheper talks about the drivers behind the shift and what changes to expect.

Scheper’s company European Solar advises investors and publishes reports with market insights from around the world. He says the prospects are good, but there are some risks that should not be underestimated.

Duration: 45:08 mins

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