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Weidmüller: New solutions and products for solar applications

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The smarter E Europe: The company is presenting numerous innovations in Munich. Surge protection, fire brigade switches, clever junction boxes and weather stations are on the program.

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The smarter E Europe: Debut of special exhibit on bidirectional charging

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The groundbreaking charging technology enables electric cars to store and return electricity to the grid, potentially saving billions for both energy suppliers and drivers.

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Sungrow to launch new modular inverter and C&I storage

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The smarter E Europe: The Chinese company is presenting a modular inverter for utility-scale applications ranging from 800 kW to 9.6 MW, as well as a new C&I storage system offering 257 kWh or 514 kWh per container.

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IBC Solar showcasing numerous innovations at smarter E

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The smarter E Europe: Franconian businesses are excelling across all market segments with a new facade system, high-performance modules made in Germany and carports for electric vehicles.

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Start-ups set the agenda at the smarter E Europe 2025

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The energy world of tomorrow and beyond is being created now – and it will be more sustainable, intelligent and connected than ever. Fresh ideas are needed across all sectors, along with bold companies that are willing to break new ground. To promoto this, The smarter E Europe offers an exclusive Start-up Area. More than 180 start-ups are expected among the more than 3,000 exhibitors.

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The smarter E Europe looks to flexibilisation, digitalisation and sector coupling

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The smarter E Europe is a showcase for innovation, business models and technology along the value chain. Some 3,000 exhibitors and over 110,000 trade visitors are expected this year.

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Germany still leading the way in e-mobility

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In contrast to the prevailing pessimism, electric cars are seeing significant growth in the European Union, with Germany and two other countries performing particularly well.

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EES Europe: BYD unveils slimmer Battery-Box

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The Chinese company is showcasing an upgraded version of its classic battery storage system at the Munich trade fair, alongside matching inverters, all while celebrating a special anniversary.

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PV Guided Tours: Up close with the innovations

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The smarter E Europe: Thousands of exhibitors will soon be gathering in Munich, but the standout innovations risk getting lost in the crowd. Our video teams are on the ground to showcase your best ideas, products and breakthroughs.

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Belgium: SolarMarket leads the way for urban PV

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The “SolarMarket” in Brussels municipality Anderlecht showcases how urban photovoltaics can combine aesthetics, sustainability and citizen participation.

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Launch of perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells expected soon

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Research into silicon-based solar cells is advancing rapidly, with the upcoming perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells set to offer significantly higher efficiency than the dominant n-type cells, according to Intersolar Europe.

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New study: Unlock EV flexibility to save money and optimise grids

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Electric vehicle owners in Europe could save between €450 and €2,900 annually by using both smart and bidirectional charging, according to a new study by Eurelectric and EY. Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology will play a key role in unlocking these savings.

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New façade system:

K2 PerfoRail M – the solution for insulated buildings

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K2 Systems is expanding its portfolio of façade systems and presenting the new K2 PerfoRail M. This clever solution allows PV modules to be installed on concrete facades with existing thermal insulation without having to cut open the insulation material. This is where the RDS-CA spacer screw from Reisser comes in, as it reliably fixes in the concrete, compensates for unevenness and is suitable for different insulation thicknesses. The connection is made via K2 PerfoRail M, which is already perforated accordingly so that the screw can be easily attached. The system is complemented by K2 InsertionRail, which allows the modules to be installed quickly and easily and gives the PV system an aesthetic appearance.

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ees Europe 2025: storage industry meets battery research

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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.

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The smarter E Europe: Save billions with bidirectional charging

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Electric cars can do much more than “just” drive quietly and without exhaust fumes. With bidirectional charging technology, they can store electricity and feed it back into the grid. The latest study by Transport & Environment (T&E) shows that this could save Europe's energy suppliers and motorists billions.

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E-mobility: More than just electric driving

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Electric cars can do much more than ‘just’ drive quietly and with zero emissions. They can store energy from prosumers or be part of the power grid. You can read more about this in our main article next week.

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The smarter E 2025: Energy management systems a “must have”

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The motto of this year’s event is “Accelerating Integrated Energy Solutions” – a fitting theme in a fast-evolving energy and mobility landscape. Smart integration is in focus, with energy management systems (EMS) now seen as essential for prosumers and businesses, making them a key feature at The smarter E 2025.

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Kärnten Netz: Feed-in connection application processed within 30 minutes

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Austrian grid operator Kärnten Netz shows how it is possible to respond to grid connection requests from PV system operators in just 30 minutes. A pioneering project example from the new “Learing from Europe” series by The smarter E.

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Trade fairs

The smarter E Europe 2025: Already almost fully booked

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Between 2010 and 2023, the cost of solar energy dropped by 90 percent. The positive development of the industry is reflected in the number of registrations for the smarter E Europe exhibition alliance: Seven months before the event, Messe München’s 19 halls and the Outdoor Area are already 90 percent booked.

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Interview EDP

“Investment plan of 17 billion € in the energy transition by 2026”

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Interview: Where does EDP stand with investments in renewable energy, storage and green hydrogen? What are the next steps and challenges? Vera Pinto Pereira, member of the Executive Board of Directors of the multinational utility company, based in Lisbon, takes a stand.

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The smarter E Europe

Solar and storage boom with challenges

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The solar and storage market is booming. This was demonstrated at The Smarter E Europe trade fair in Munich. However, the industry is facing strong pressure to consolidate due to the massive overcapacity of PV modules.

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The smarter E Award 2024

SMA wins award with its new platform solution for PV, batteries and hydrogen

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The SMA Sunny Central FLEX, winner of The smarter E Award 2024, is revolutionizing large energy project installations with its modular and flexible grid connection system for PV systems, batteries and electrolysers.

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The smarter E Europe 2024

New market opportunities and innovative networked solutions

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The message  of The smarter E Europe 2024 is clear and positive: providing people and the economy with electricity from renewable energy sources, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, is technologically and economically possible.

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Topic of the Week: The smarter E Europe

10 innovative developments for electric mobility

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Ten solutions were selected for the final of this year's Power2Drive Award. In addition to various charging systems with and without storage units, load management and integration solutions have also made it to the final round.

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Conference

EDP „We Choose Earth Tour“ June 20 at The smarter E

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The „We Choose Earth Tour" conference will take place on June 20 at The smarter E Europe in Munich and will gather Cate Blanchett, Ban Ki-moon and other thinkers, global leaders, and entrepreneurs to discuss a more sustainable future for the planet.