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Professor Martin Green of the University of New South Wales is a legend of solar research, holding numerous patents and efficiency records since going all the way back to 1974. Now Chief Scientific Officer at Euronergy, he is focused on developing glass-free, lightweight modules that are exceptionally thin and easy to install.
The Zeus 1.1 Performance reaches efficiency levels of 23 percent and is available immediately for business customers.
Solar technology provider Sunoyster Systems from northern Germany, together with Portuguese energy company Galp Energia, has launched a pilot project in Lisbon using its lightweight modules.
PV Guided Tours: AIKO introduces the third generation of its INFINITE series, with clear advantages and significant improvements over its predecessor. Also debuting is a brand-new PV module that promises to revolutionise plant management through AI-assisted diagnostics, real-time monitoring and smart commissioning. Sound too good to be true? Watch the video to find out!
CCE Holding has revamped one of its earliest photovoltaic assets in Francavilla, Apulia. Rene Hörwertner, Director Asset Operation, shares key lessons from the 990 kW IGEP plant.
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.
Despite intense price competition, module efficiency keeps advancing as customers demand higher power. Back contact cells mark the peak of this progress. Where is the industry headed? Leon Zhang, President of LONGi Europe, offers his insights.
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.
Solar installations that boost supply chain resilience can compete with Chinese imports if backed by the right policies, according to a new report by SolarPower Europe and Fraunhofer ISE.
Longi has delivered over 500 solar modules for China’s largest dual-propulsion car carrier, combining LNG and PV for clean maritime operations.
China’s solar industry has entered a new phase. After years of cut‑price competition and unchecked capacity expansion, the market now faces higher costs, explains Gerard Scheper, CEO of European Solar.
Heckert Solar debuts a 460 Watt glass–glass module, Lumon unveils a glass balustrade with integrated photovoltaics, and Megasol showcases an upgraded in-roof system. These are this week’s highlights in solar innovation.
Solitek’s latest Solrif module in the Solid series is pushing solar roofing forwards with its design and efficiency. Is this the future of sustainable energy?
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.
Solar Fabrik’s back‑contact module designed to improve yield in low‑light conditions, Alukov’s solar carport for motorhomes, Axitec’s flexible C&I storage solution and a new SolarEdge string inverter aimed at commercial and Agri‑PV applications – these are our top products this week.
PV on Tour: Euronergy’s new lightweight PV modules have cleared key fire safety tests for building approval. Frank Hochmuth of Euronergy and Malte Sulkiewicz of Osnatech explain what sets the panels apart.
Combining back‑contact technology and bifacial N‑type cells, the new module Solar Fabrik achieves 475 W and 23.3 percent efficiency with improved low‑light performance.
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.
Solyco has introduced a new back-contact module, while Kostal Solar offers more precise planning through 2D roof visualisation. Sunoyster is delivering flexible modules for petrol station roofs and Bauder Solar has launched a new bifacial lightweight glass-glass module. These are our top products this week.
Osnatech has expanded its partner network with the addition of module manufacturer Euronergy alongside Sunman, boosting its portfolio to meet rising demand and increasingly complex project requirements.
Earlier this year, flights at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport were grounded due to an unexpected safety issue: glare from nearby solar panels was blinding pilots during morning landings. Advanced solar modules can help prevent such incidents.
The new licensing agreement grants HoloSolis access to the TOPCon patent portfolio in Europe, as part of a partnership to build large‑scale solar cell and module production capacity in Hambach, northeastern France.
The Bauder Solar M 450 from Paul Bauder GmbH is a bifacial double-glazed module that utilises sunlight from both sides, achieving up to 30 percent higher yields.
The full conference programme for the 42nd EU PVSEC is now available, offering a detailed preview of the sessions, keynotes and discussions scheduled in Bilbao from 22 to 26 September 2025.
The manufacturer is introducing a new solar panel with back-contact technology, featuring a shade-resistant cell architecture for installations on partially shaded roofs.
