The unique silver module is already famous thanks to an installation on the roof of Bilbao‘s Guggenheim Museum. Now, Italian manufacturer Futurasun is presenting a successor with new output, dimensions and colour.

The Swedish Solar Energy Association Svensk Solenergi has released guidelines on how households with solar panels should respond to power outages. The recommendations were presented at the National Conference on Public Health and Defence.

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.

An Austrian developer and green energy plant operator has completed the first in a planned series of hybrid installations. Altogether, the initiative will deliver around 400 megawatts of solar capacity.

A new market analysis from SolarPower Europe highlights the potential of European solar production to underpin the resilience of the European sector.

“Let`s Flex. Welcome to the Solar Flex Era“: This is the motto of this year's SolarPower Summit 2025, which is taking place in Brussels on 26 and 27 March. The 40th anniversary of the organizer, SolarPower Europe, will also be celebrated.

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.

The reform of the European Long Term Investment Fund (ELTIF 2.0) offers institutional and private investors significantly better investments in solar projects. And, secondly, Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) provide return of investments independent of public subsidies.

NextEnergy Capital announces that NextPower UK ESG – the largest private fund focused specifically on new-build UK solar topped its original target of £500 million by nearly 50%.

The advantages and potential of combining solar and wind parks with battery storage at one location are considerable. The main stumbling block for a market launch is the regulatory system. However, some European countries are now leading the way.

SMA Altenso, a subsidiary of SMA Solar Technology, is driving forward the flexible use of renewable energies worldwide. A project in Namibia Altenso has now passed the milestone of 1 gigawatt in total power delivered for hydrogen applications.

Video: Safety and efficiency are at the forefront of Huawei's new products for commercial and industrial application. For example, the new Huawei SUN5000 inverter series links RSD to AFCI to secure not only property safety, but also personnel safety. Power electronics for each battery module and integrated fire protection are further features of the battery storage systems for C&I that ensure maximum safety and cost-effectiveness. Find out in the video now!

Video: With just three Kostal devices, craftsmen have 27 different performance classes in their toolbox. This is because the latest generation of Kostal's Plenticore grows with its tasks. Lars Brinkmeyer, Head of International Sales at Kostal Solar Electric, explains how this works and what Kostal has developed for the commercial sector.

In the webinar, you will learn how to plan photovoltaic systems even on complex sites and how to design a suitable project tender. Our experts from K2 Systems will reveal their tricks and tips for designing systems in the webinar, which is free of charge.

New name, new look, new content. K2 Systems’ online ‘Resource Centre’ has been renamed ‘Knowledge & Training’, with an expanded training offer for PV professionals and beginners.