Backed by a €230 million investment, Sungrow’s first European factory in Wałbrzych will start operations within 12 months, manufacturing battery storage systems and PV inverters for Europe.
As farms confront grid constraints and fluctuating energy use, manufacturers are engineering smart inverters that provide reliability, flexibility, and secure power for even the most demanding agricultural applications.
January data point to a cautious but meaningful shift in the European PV market, with selective module price rebounds, disciplined inverter pricing, stronger buyer sentiment and a PV PMI of 69.
The blueplanet 360 NX3 combines leading cybersecurity with maximum data sovereignty, outstanding efficiency and exceptionally late derating – for secure, efficient and resilient operation of utility-scale PV parks.
Module prices were broadly stable in December, with selective declines, while inverter prices diverged. The PV Purchasing Managers’ Index fell to its lowest level on record, according to sun.store.
The European PV market remains notably stable, with module prices remain largely unchanged or fluctuating within narrow bands and modest upward adjustments for inverters, according to sun.store.
The European PV module market remains steady, with prices showing minimal movement as production and demand stay in balance, sun.store reports.
The European solar module market levelled out in September, with sun.store data showing that the marked price corrections from the first half of the year have largely passed.
The European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition (EU PVSEC) concluded at the BEC Bilbao Exhibition Centre, bringing together over 1,600 participants from 61 countries between 22 and 26 September 2025.
Physical risks such as lightning, fire and theft are well understood in solar. Increasingly, cyberattacks are emerging as a critical concern. Our next investor newsletter will be published on 10 September 2025. Subscribe to stay informed.
As summer draws to a close, Europe’s solar market remains in a holding pattern. August brought continued buyer caution, steady demand and modest but significant price movements in modules and inverters, according to sun.store market data.
July continued the summer trend of softer demand, price corrections and intensifying brand competition, according to sun.store market data. Buyer sentiment declined, pointing to a more cautious outlook for late Q3.
The latest generation of inverters offer enhanced capacity and intelligent control, unlocking new possibilities for commercial and residential applications. Explore the key advancements in our focus from 11–14 August.
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.
The European Parliament is calling for a comprehensive, multi-faceted strategy to strengthen EU energy security, with a focus on diversification and decarbonisation. SolarPower Europe says that’s not enough.
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.
New AC and DC solutions for battery storage, inverters, strings and charging stations offer a wide range of benefits. Find out more next week in our weekly focus.
This year‘s trade fair in Munich once again demonstrated the dynamic pace of innovation in photovoltaics, energy storage and other technologies driving the energy transition. The industry presented itself with confidence and a wealth of new products.
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German media including Die Welt recently warned of grid overloads during spring and summer holidays when high solar power supply meets low demand for electricity. The German Federal Network Agency, industry association BSW-Solar and scientists offer reassurances and warn against scaremongering.
As attacks on energy infrastructure rise in Europe, energy security is becoming central to the EU’s energy system, though current measures focus mainly on large, centralised power plants.
The new partnership will include products for the residential sector, including Plenticore inverters, the Energy Meter and EV Charger.
February brought a mixed picture to the European solar market, with module prices showing both declines and increases across categories, while buyer confidence hit a new high. The PV Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) climbed to 73, signaling robust demand and optimism as the industry gears up for the peak installation season.
The European PV market closed 2024 on a resilient note despite slight seasonal adjustments. The December edition of the PV Index of sun.store highlights continued demand stability paired with notable price adjustments in solar panels and inverters. While the PV Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) dipped slightly to 67, the market exhibited confidence, with half of buyers planning increased purchases as they prepared for 2025.
The European PV market remained steady in November, with the PV Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) holding firm at 68, consistent with October. While buyer confidence remains robust, solar panel and inverter prices continued their downward trajectory across most categories, signaling a market grappling with seasonal adjustments and intensified competition, according to trading platform sun.store.
