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Wanfei Qu talks about broad applications for solar power and storage systems.

Solavita – holistic intelligent solutions for solar power

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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.

Ampace develops smart solutions for intelligent and secure batteries.

Ampace – advancing lithium-ion battery technology

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CEO Talk: In a world driven by electric energy, Ampace is one of the forerunners of technology. From cutting-edge batteries to intelligent energy solutions, the company is fuelling the future for all kinds of applications – one charge at a time.

Michael Hierholzer from Rolls-Royce dicusses the complex projects in which the company is involved.

Rolls-Royce – managing complexity in large-scale storage

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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.

This tiny device from Solar Manager greatly simplifies the management of energy flows in buildings.

Solar Manager – making complex systems easy

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CEO Talk: Energy management, monitoring systems, grid operator regulations, dynamic tariffs and the all-important aspect of cybersecurity – new rules and regulations are making life harder for installers. But with the right solution, things can be much easier. What kinds of solutions? Find out in the video!

Jörg Lennertz from Uniper (right) discusses the prospects of project business.

Uniper – extensive experience in project business

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CEO Talk: Uniper brings decades of experience in the energy sector. But what role can such a strong partner play in the solar park and battery storage business? And how important is this expertise in integrating renewable energies into supply systems? Let’s find out.

CEO Ludwig Schletter (left) discusses the SL Rack strategy.

SL Rack – a partner for your project business

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CEO Talk: Demand for mounting technology shows a mixed picture. Private customers remain cautious, while commercial roofs and solar parks continue to grow. Throughout, cost pressures remain high. How can suppliers respond? Ludwig Schletter, CEO of SL Rack, puts forward his case.

Katharina David of K2 Systems tells us the ideas of intelligent mounting support.

K2 Systems – new ideas for solar mounting

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CEO Talk: The market for mounting systems is tough. Competition is fierce and price pressure is high. Manufacturers including K2 Systems are responding with smart innovations. But who – or what – is KAI? And what's behind the motto ‘From Base to Peak’? Let’s find out!

Franz-Josef Feilmeier (left) of Fenecon in our CEO Talk 2025.

Fenecon – innovations driving C&I storage

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CEO Talk: The market for home storage is sluggish, while C&I and large-scale storage are gradually gaining ground. To boost sales, the right strategy is essential. The key question remains: What factors determine success in this market? Franz-Josef Feilmeier, CEO of Fenecon explains.

Sofar so good – Kenneth Frey of Sofar (right) explains the benefits of the system.

Sofar – new C&I storage systems

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CEO Talk: Power storage for C&I applications is booming. Sofar is expanding its portfolio with the launch of the new PowerIn system this year, and is ramping up sales across Europe. What's the strategy behind this push? Let‘s find out.

Leon Zhang, President for Europe, talks about Longi's strategy in challenging markets.

Longi – a road map to ongoing innovation

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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.

CEO Bryan Liu (left) tells us all about his company’s latest innovations.

Zendure – AI-powered energy systems for homes

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CEO Talk: Discover the new AI-powered plug-in home energy systems, featuring intelligent energy forecasts, consumption planning and optimisation. Save on costs with real-time tariff data and seamless, secure control of storage systems.

CEO Interview

Michael Hierholzer of Rolls-Royce – “Our customers seek solutions for the next 20, 30 or 40 years”

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Large-scale storage systems are gaining traction in the market for utility-scale solar projects, but planning and installation remain highly complex. Michael Hierholzer of Rolls-Royce explains why a strong, reliable partner is essential and what long-term solutions customers are now demanding.

Enstall's incoming CEO Mehran Sedigh, right, will take over in March 2025.

Enstall: Dutch mounting systems provider announces new leadership

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Enstall, provider of mounting solutions and digital services for the solar sector, recently announced that Stijn Vos will transition to Chairman of the Supervisory Board, with Mehran Sedigh appointed as the new CEO. The change will take effect in March 2025.

SolarEdge's new CEO Shuki Nir.

SolarEdge appoints Shuki Nir as new CEO

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SolarEdge Technologies recently announced the appointment of Shuki Nir as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately. He will succeed Ronen Faier, who has served as the Company’s Interim CEO since August 2024.

Jörg Niche takes over as new CEO of Solar-Log

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Providers of web-enabled solutions for solar PV monitoring, smart energy and feed-in management, Solar-Log have a new CEO: The former CSO Jörg Niche.

CEO interview

Allen Cao of SOFAR: "Make sure our customers have peace of mind"

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SOFAR focuses on innovation to meet the latest market needs. Their inverters and storage solutions are future-proof. What we can expect from SOFAR, we learn from Allan Cao, head of the European division.

CEO Interview

Kathrin Rust of Hoymiles: „Energy management is like conducting an orchestra“

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How does solar energy comes to the users within the building? This is the task of the energy management systems. What is important in this topic ans what are the pitfalls, we now learn from Kathrin Rust, CEO of Solar Manager Germany.

CEO Interview

Bertrand Chevalley of AEG SolarSolutions: “People trust in our brands”

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The private solar markets started slowly this year, all over Europe. Now it is the hour of quality suppliers which offer complete packages in high quality. We want to know what are the advantages and what maybe are the pitfalls. Bertrand Chevalley of Solar Solutions gives his insights.

CEO Interview

Ludwig Schletter of SL Rack: „Deadlines are critical in project business“

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The demand for roof mounting started slow in this year. How do the provider of mounting systems react to this? What innovation can we inspect? This is what we learn now from Ludwig Schletter, founder and CEO of SL Rack.

Interview Fenecon

Franz-Josef Feilmeier: „The value chains are working“

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Storage systems for commercial and utility use are the hotspot of the energy transition. They have to be universal geniuses, to be safe and they have to be installed very easily. The latest trends we now learn from Franz-Josef Feilmeier, founder and CEO of Fenecon.

Interview

Frank Henn of Kostal: „A universal genius for many applications“

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An inverter that grows with the tasks of the installers: Kostal Solar Electric took three new devices of the Plenticore G3 to the market. They cover 27 different solar applications. How does this work, CEO Frank Henn explains.

Interview

Katharina David of K2 Systems: „We call the close cooperation a connecting strength“

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The suppliers of mounting systems and the installers are networking more and more, coming closer together. All the processes from the planning to shopping of components and the installation will be digitalized. What this means for productivity and effiency tells Katharina David, CEO of K2 Systems.

 Jürgen Reinert is Chairman of the Managing Board of SMA.
Jürgen Reinert from SMA

"Sensitivity to data security is becoming more important for customers"

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Outlook 2024: SMA once again achieved significant growth last year. CEO Jürgen Reinert believes the company is well positioned - also with regard to the demand for European products.

Willem Haag (right) from K2 Systems is talking on the easy and lean installation of solar generators.

CEO talk: Willem Haag on lean mounting systems

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When installing solar generators, the old principle applies: time is money. Willem Haag, Head of Sales of K2 Systems, reveales how the mounting systems can be made even leaner.

Jürgen Reinert is CEO of SMA. The company is celebrating 40 years of successful history this summer.
Interview:

Jürgen Reinert from SMA: "Three Ds drive the markets“

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SMA is celebrating its 40th anniversary: as a driver and innovator in the solar industry. CEO Jürgen Reinert reviews the most important milestones and gives an outlook on innovations for 2021 - and beyond.