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Covering 19 countries, 15 language regions and varied PV regulations, the sales manager for Central and Eastern Europe and his team of 10 handle a vast 2,500 km territory. In this interview, he shares how they make it work.
In a milestone for the Stolac Solami Park in Bosnia, AIKO and Tibra Pacific have connected Europe’s first utility-scale solar plant using back-contact technology, with gains in efficiency and profitability.
New solutions for large-scale solar projects were a key focus at The smarter E Europe trade fair in Munich. We spoke with industry leaders to identify the most relevant trends in the project business. Our next investor newsletter will be published on 11 June 2025 – sign up to stay informed.
UK clean tech innovator Myenergi is launching its Eastern European expansion in Poland with a major installer training event. Backed by partner Greto, the company is targeting the country’s booming photovoltaic and EV market.
The managing director of GOLDBECK SOLAR Polska shares how the business is tapping into the country’s growing PV potential, and explains the unique challenges and advantages of operating in the Polish market.
Poland’s next Renewable Energy Auction is opening the door to fresh opportunities in the country’s green energy revolution. Get the latest news and find out how to apply.
The deal covers two near-ready photovoltaic projects in Poland totalling 91.6 MWp, with future integration potential for wind energy and battery storage – positioning the portfolio as a hybrid energy hub.
The energy company is investing 300,000 Polish zloty in educational initiatives that raise awareness of the energy transition among children and young people. Schools, institutions and project groups can all apply.
Enea Group has signed a PLN 9.13 billion loan agreement with Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego to modernise its electricity distribution network. Funded under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, the project focuses on deploying cutting-edge grid technologies.
Slovenia ramped up its total solar power to 1.4 GW in just a few years, but more recently the market has slowed. Nina Hojnik, Director of the Slovenian Photovoltaics Association, offers context on the changes in the landsscape and what will it take to get the sun shining again.
Green Genius has launched a 7.5 MW solar and 6 MWh battery system at Carlsberg’s Švyturys-Utenos Alus brewery in Lithuania, fully decarbonising its electricity use and setting a new sustainability benchmark in the Baltics.
In May, French Auchan Group signed a long-term corporate power purchase agreement for its retail locations with solar park operator GoldenPeaks Capital and energy provider Axpo Polska.
The CTO of the Lithuanian software business reflects on Southern Europe’s recent blackouts and highlights how software and storage can stabilise grids amid rising renewable volatility.
On 12 May, Romania launched its second renewable energy auction to support 3,472 MW of new electricity generation, with 1,472 MW dedicated to photovoltaic projects and the remainder allocated to onshore wind.
Cologne-based PV wholesaler SegenSolar marks its tenth anniversary in 2025. Caroline White, Managing Director of European Expansion, discusses the company’s move eastwards.
This year’s European Energy Communities Forum will be held in Kraków on 20–22 May 2025, during Poland’s EU Council presidency. The European Commission’s CID is expected to play a key role.
A new report reveals rapid growth in renewable energy trading in Poland, creating a wealth of opportunities for project developers, buyers and sellers.
Poland’s R.Power enters the German market with a 20 MWp PV project near Wolfsburg. Set for construction in Q3 2025, this marks not only a key step in this company’s Western European expansion, it also reflects the growing role of Polish firms in Europe’s clean energy transition.
The engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract was signed with leading Polish clean energy developer PAD RES and encompasses the construction of two utility-scale photovoltaic farms with a combined capacity of 24 MW.
Renewable energy producer R.Power has announced its first power purchase agreement for Romania. According to Eurostat figures, this signals the country’s move towards a solar future.
The Polish Energy Regulatory Authority (URE) reports that microinstallations fed 8.5 TWh of green electricity into the grid in 2024, noting slower growth but the emergence of a new trend.
The PV industry's eastern expansion is taking effect. The latest company to expand eastward is the photovoltaic wholesaler SegenSolar, which focuses on Poland. Additional markets in Central and Eastern Europe, such as Lithuania, Romania and the Czech Republic will be served from there.
Photovoltaics have transitioned from a niche technology to a crucial energy source in Central and Eastern Europe. Against a varying political and economic backdrop, rising energy prices, geopolitical risks and decarbonisation are all serving to drive interest.
With 58 MW of photovoltaic capacity, the automaker aims to decarbonise vehicle production in Poland. The project will combine open-space systems with the largest carport in Central Europe.
The Polish photovoltaic market is undergoing rapid growth. In recent years, private installations have expanded significantly, while large-scale projects are also gathering momentum. We spoke with Grzegorz Rabsztyn, Head of the EIB Group Warsaw Office, about the latest developments.
