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PV installations in Sweden peaked at over 1.4 GW in 2023. Since then, they have declined significantly

652 MW PV installed in Sweden in 2025 – 23 percent decline

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The number of newly installed photovoltaic systems in Sweden fell by almost 40 percent in 2025, dropping from 41,000 to 25,000, according to Svensk Solenergi. But there is also some good news.

Gerard Scheper (centre) is a Dutch expert in solar and storage business

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

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With module prices currently low, investing in solar is especially appealing – though conditions may not stay this favourable for long. The battery storage market is also heating up, particularly for large-scale systems. We spoke with Dutch market analyst Gerard Scheper about the key players, what’s driving the shift and what change to expect.

A 52 MW tracker project, Lithuania – CEE markets show distinct trends, observes Katerina Jirku Nemec

Jirku Nemec: CEE is shifting from lagging to leading in solar

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Trinasolar’s Head of Eastern Europe discusses how solar projects across CEE are increasingly financed without subsidies, with private capital driving growth, new PPA models and robust development even in challenging markets.

José Carlos Díaz Lacaci, CEO of SotySolar, left, with José Donoso, Managing Director of UNEF, at the presentation of the new report in Madrid

Spain – self-consumption report tracks rise of energy self-sufficiency

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Consumer priorities in Spain’s solar market have fundamentally shifted after a major power outage in spring 2025. The study reveals how motivations have changed and which technologies are now in focus.

67 MW tracker system in Albania. Katerina Jirku Nemec sees CEE’s role as unique worldwide

Trinasolar’s Jirku Nemec: Market diversity drives solar potential in CEE

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Katerina Jirku Nemec, Head of Eastern Europe at Trinasolar, outlines in this interview why Central Eastern Europe stands out in a global context.

The next phase of US renewables: solar and wind up front, diversification behind

US renewable capacity set to reach 1.06 TW by 2035

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A new GlobalData forecast projects US renewables will rise from about 414.5 GW in 2024 to 1.06 TW by the mid-2030s, with solar and wind driving growth despite shifting federal policy.

The energy transition is about more than climate protection – it also creates regional value and skilled jobs around the world

Sector growth outpaces job creation in global renewables

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A new report from IRENA and the ILO calls for a stronger public role in building domestic supply chains and a more inclusive workforce to boost employment in the renewable energy sector.

The Ferrera Erbognone agri-PV farm in Lombardy

MET to supply solar power for 600 Italian industrial firms

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Independent power producer and developer MET Energia Italia will act as aggregator for 600 industrial customers seeking solar power supply under Italy’s recently launched Energy Release Scheme.

Katerina Jirku Nemec leads the regional strategy, market development and commercial implementation in the CEE solar market for Trina.

Trinasolar’s Jirku Nemec: CEE is a strategic growth region

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The head of Eastern Europe at photovoltaic solutions provider Trinasolar shares why she expects the region to be among the world’s fastest-growing solar markets over the next decade.

For Prof. Ilija Nasov, establishing trust through robust standards is fundamental to the energy transition

Solar Macedonia president: “Quality standards are key to growth”

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Prof. Ilija Nasov explains how Solar Macedonia helps the growing solar sector overcome local challenges and align with European standards as it navigates the post-coal transition.

Britain’s renewable boom in one simple line – straight up

Britain breaks records as renewables approvals soar in 2025

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Fresh analysis reveals Britain’s renewables pipeline is stronger than ever, but delivery now hinges on grid upgrades and faster connections.

From fossil fuel extraction to photovoltaic collection in Serbia

Serbia – coal mines eye second life as 182 MW solar hubs

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Feasibility studies are under way for 182 MW of solar capacity at Serbia's Kolubara A and Morava sites, backed by EBRD and KfW financing.

Setting the track for innovative entries – the five-category award is now open for applications

The Smarter E Award 2026 – applications now open

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Companies are encouraged to submit their projects, products and solutions by 20 March. The award ceremony will take place on 22 June, the eve of The smarter E Europe 2026.

The PNE project will benefit from a direct connection to ORLEN’s internal power grid at the Płock refinery

PNE finalises sale of 40 MW solar project to ORLEN

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A new solar park near ORLEN’s Płock facility will supply renewable power directly to the refinery’s internal grid, reflecting Poland’s move towards self-financing, subsidy-free energy solutions for large industrial sites.

TOPCon bifacial module prices edged down further in December

PV Index – prices ease as sentiment hits cyclical December low

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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.

Pondering the qustion at one of the lively workshops at this year's summit in Barcelona

AI takes centre stage at Solar Quality Summit Europe 2026

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Industry leaders at the summit will discuss how AI can drive efficiency, strengthen quality assurance and support operational excellence in Europe’s solar sector.

A sea of solar – capacity is surging but the race to 2030 is far from won

McKinsey: renewables accelerate, but global targets lag

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New data from global consulting firm McKinsey shows rapid growth in renewables and storage, but warns that investment shortfalls and policy headwinds are putting key 2030 climate milestones at risk.

Ronan Power heads the industry association Solar Ireland

Ronan Power: “The outlook for Irish solar is very positive”

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Solar Ireland CEO Ronan Power discusses the drivers behind Ireland’s rapid residential and utility-scale PV growth, highlighting strong market momentum, policy support and the next steps for sector integration.

Sunlight, systems and strategy — Professor Malka on Albania’s PV promise

Lorenc Malka: “Albania is advancing electricity market liberalisation”

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In the third part of this interview, Professor Lorenc Malka discusses Albania’s energy‑market liberalisation, exploring solar investment, new incentives and the pressing shift from hydropower to solar as climate pressures intensify.

Small ripples, big change – KEY 2026 hopes to make waves in Rimini

Italy – energy efficiency tops the agenda at KEY 2026

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The Energy Transition Expo will take place in Rimini from 4 to 6 March, unveiling a new exhibition layout, an expanded thematic scope and an even stronger international focus.

Our solar market expert and guest author, Gerard Scheper, CEO of European Solar

Europe races to secure supply as China ends export incentives

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China’s decision to end VAT export rebates is expected to reshape the solar and battery sectors. Gerard Scheper, CEO of European Solar, views this as a signal of deeper market changes.

Our guest author Thomas Hartauer is founder and CEO of CAV Partners

How Italy is advancing the solar energy transition

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Germany pioneered the expansion of photovoltaics, but has also encountered the limits of its system: overloaded grids, negative electricity prices and lengthy permitting processes. Thomas Hartauer of CAV Partners explains how Italy is tackling these challenges.

Rows upon rows of solar modules doing the quiet work of decarbonisation

R.Power lands €49 million financing for 127 MW solar project in Poland

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Financing from Poland’s state development bank BGK will support construction of a photovoltaic plant in Lubuskie Voivodeship.

Swedish solar gets a new face

Energy veteran Anna Porelius takes helm at Svensk Solenergi

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Anna Porelius will take up the role of CEO at the Swedish Solar Industry Association on 1 April 2026, bringing with her extensive experience from senior positions across the energy sector.

The faces behind Europe's next wave of citizen-led solar

Ireland explores community solar with INNO-TREC pilot

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A coalition of Irish partners is stepping up ambitions for community-driven renewable energy. Through the INNO-TREC initiative, they are testing new models for how local groups can produce, manage and share clean power.