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The Swedish County Administration Board has approved Soltech’s hybrid ventures, clearing the way for utility‑scale solar parks with integrated battery storage.
IDTechEx analysts forecast that advanced additives will soon allow lithium-ion cells to be manufactured without PFAS, removing harmful fluorinated materials from commercial battery production.
The California-based startup is securing gigafactories and expertise in Europe, and has announced plans to resume battery production at several Northvolt sites.
New battery developments and the use of machine learning could make energy systems more streamlined, efficient and sustainable, according to consultancy IDTechEx.
Solar module and inverter prices eased slightly across all categories in June. Premium battery prices saw a steady climb, according to figures from sun.store, and there were surprises in the rankings of brands.
Following the widespread power outage on the Iberian Peninsula, SolarPower Europe and other industry associations are urging authorities to enable photovoltaics to support voltage regulation and enhance grid stability.
The PV Europe website and YouTube channel feature new highlights from The smarter E Europe. Be sure not to miss our weekly focus.
The company presents its E/Xpand HV, E/Scal HV and E/Bick LV batteries for residential, C&I and utility-scale applications, highlighting the European origin of its products and the importance of a high-value integrated service with comprehensive support for customers at every stage of their projects.
The expansion of PV systems in Sweden slowed in 2024 compared to the previous year, while investment in battery storage increased significantly.
The reluctance of grid operators to fully integrate batteries into their electricity grids is slowing the expansion of renewable electricity generation in Sweden, according to a new report from the Swedish Solar Energy Federation (Svensk Solenergi).
The 2025 event will feature a new space to showcase advancements and for dynamic exchange between scientists, business, trade visitors and influencers.
Germany has long been at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution, and as the nation accelerates its push towards a decarbonized future, solar energy and battery storage are emerging as critical pillars of the country’s energy strategy. The 3rd Germany Solar & Storage Conference 2025 discusses the newest trends, May 6.
From May 7–9 leading battery research institutes and companies will be networking in Munich at ees Europe 2025 under the roof The smarter E Europe to shape the future of energy storage together.
Bulgarian company Neopet Ltd. and South Korean ACE Engineering & Co. Ltd. have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at revolutionizing the battery energy storage market in Europe. The agreement, signed on August 25, 2024, outlines a comprehensive plan to develop and construct Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) parks with a total pipeline capacity exceeding 1.5 GWh across multiple European locations.
The European market for battery storage systems is growing rapidly; solar home storage systems have dominated until now. But now there is a change. Large batteries are gaining ground - but are still being held back by regulatory hurdles.
Tailwind for the PV battery market in Sweden. The Swedish tax authority allows tax relief for batteries that are only partially used to store self-generated electricity, as wholesaler EWS reports.
A coalition of European associations, among them SolarPower Europe and Eurelectric calls to recognise PPAs for reducing the carbon footprint of electricity used in battery manufacturing.
ZYC Energy has recently introduced ZYC Portal, a platform designed to streamline remote monitoring and management of ZYC Energy Storage Systems.
A broad supporting program at this year's ees Europe 2024 offers useful orientation in the growth market of batteries and energy storage systems.
Ampace, a world-renowned supplier of lithium batteries, is set to unveil a series of new products at the company’s booth in ees Europe on 19 June at 14:00 CEST, featuring the innovative Full Temp. Range Control Technology of Zero Liquid Cooling and Zero Air Conditioner along with the Kunlun Battery Cell 2.0, for ultimate performance and economic benefits for customers.
A total of 15 universities and companies are involved in the project. The aim is to develop industrially usable and environmentally friendly cells. However, sodium is a tricky element and its use in storage technology is still in its infancy.
The battery industry is steadily moving forward: With the increasing electrification of vehicles and the expansion of renewable sources of energy, the global demand for batteries is growing. New technologies, as well as strategic and geopolitical decisions, will impact the battery and electromobility sectors, creating both opportunities and challenges.
In 2023, over 200 000 Swedish homeowners received a tax reduction for the installation of green technologies. They invested a total of SEK 22 billion, 80% more than in 2022 (SEK 12 billion). But in 2024, a decline is expected.
The software Data Analytics from the Munich-based company Twaice aims to realise the full potential of batteries. To this end, it offers comprehensive data analysis of storage systems.
The battery manufacturer says it is seeing the first positive developments from its restructuring measures. However, due to rising demand, Varta expects stronger business in the second half of the year - and more sales in 2024.
