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Fields of potential – new loans are helping Croatian companies plant solar power

Next investor newsletter: Balkan markets are opening up

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The solar and storage markets in Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia, Slovenia and Albania are in their early stages but are expanding rapidly, supported by state programmes and EU funding. Don’t miss our upcoming investor newsletter on 10 December 2025 – sign up now.

Lined up for business – a future solar park combined with storage in Sandon Brook/UK

Battery storage – co‑located and multi-use projects gaining ground

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Rising demand for grid stability, price volatility and lower technology costs are giving battery storage fresh momentum, as highlighted at a recent investors’ summit in Berlin.

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.

Container of recycled lithium-ion batteries, awaiting deployment at a Bornholm power plant

Storage brings second life to Bornholm power plants

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On the Danish island of Bornholm, a new project will demonstrate state-of-the-art energy storage technologies alongside an advanced energy management system, all from within an operational combined heat and power plant.

Diego De Lucia has over 8 years’ expertise in battery energy storage systems

Navigating hurdles in large-scale battery project finance

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Despite significant challenges in financing and project development, utility-scale battery storage remains within reach. Diego De Lucia of Nexta Capital Partners highlights practical solutions being implemented in Italy.

Marija Hanzec (left), spokesperson, and Filip Kušević, legal advisor, represent the Zagreb-based Renewable Energy Sources of Croatia (OIE)

RES Croatia: “Lengthy approval processes are an obstacle”

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With an abundance of sunshine and long coastlines, Croatia offers immense PV potential. But investors, developers and homeowners face major challenges. Experts Marija Hanzec and Filip Kušević from the Croatian Renewable Resources Association (OIEH) share their insights.

The power electronics of standard solar installations are connected to the grid and the internet, opening them up to remote manipulation.

PV systems under pressure from increasing cyber risks

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In the solar sector, security has long meant guarding against lightning, surges, fire and theft. Now cyberattacks pose a new and threat of an altogether different kind.

Franz-Josef Feilmeier (left) of Fenecon in our CEO Talk 2025.

Fenecon – innovations driving C&I storage

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CEO Talk: The market for home storage is sluggish, while C&I and large-scale storage are gradually gaining ground. To boost sales, the right strategy is essential. The key question remains: What factors determine success in this market? Franz-Josef Feilmeier, CEO of Fenecon explains.

The Guide was launched in December at the Sustainable Solar Europe conference in Brussels

SSI launches Buyer’s Guide for responsible solar sourcing

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Targeted at developers, investors and authorities, the new SSI Guide provides clear criteria to support ethical and transparent solar procurement practices.

Every available rooftop at the Rainbowland kindergarten in southwest Germany is dedicated to solar energy

Streamlined mounting systems target flat C&I rooftops

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Equipping large commercial roofs with solar is no simple feat, especially when budgets are tight. The innovations featured here offer faster installation and reduced costs. Discover the latest products in the PV market.

Sonna Barry leads business development and strategy at German cybersecurity firm Secida AG

 Cybersecurity in focus as solar and storage join KRITIS

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PV and storage are gaining recognition as critical infrastructure, and with it comes heightened cyber risk. Secida AG’s Sonna Barry explains how solar companies can strengthen defences against digital attacks.

The Solar Investors Guide is published at regular intervals.

Solar Investors Guide – ELTIF 2.0 and PPAs open doors for investment

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The updated European Long Term Investment Fund regulation broadens access to solar projects for institutional and private investors, while PPAs now offer returns independent of public subsidies.

PMT’s titanium system specialises in balancing out irregular ground

Solar parks – tough terrain no longer a deal-breaker

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Slopes and scrappy plots are no longer off-limits for PV. A new generation of mounting systems is making it easier to install in once seemingly impossible locations. Read our innovation report for insights into the new technologies.

Frank Jessel is CEO of BayWa r.e. Solar Trade

BayWa r.e. CEO Frank Jessel – confidence in challenging times

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Wholesalers face a tough market: demand is weak, prices are at historic lows and political developments add further volatility. In this interview, BayWa r.e. Solar Trade CEO Frank Jessel explains his continued optimism.

The new green roof setup from Wagner Solar supports flexible module angles for tailored installs.

Green roofs – PV mounting evolves to meet new demands

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From lightning protection to green roof readiness, mounting system providers are refining their portfolios for more complex use cases. These developments show how installation requirements and environmental factors are reshaping rooftop PV deployment.

Stephan Schindele (right) and Karsten Schäfer discuss the emerging opportunities for PV in Europe.

Solar Investor’s Guide #11: Agri-PV reimagines farmland for the future

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Podcast: Elevated solar modules and solar fences are helping farmers generate clean solar power on their pastures and arable land. Stephan Schindele, head of the agri-PV division at BayWa r.e., explains how agricultural transformation and the energy transition are interconnected, offering clear benefits for both farmers and investors. Several countries across Europe are already leading the way with large-scale agri-PV projects.

Jörg Lennertz from Uniper (right) discusses the prospects of project business.

Uniper – extensive experience in project business

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CEO Talk: Uniper brings decades of experience in the energy sector. But what role can such a strong partner play in the solar park and battery storage business? And how important is this expertise in integrating renewable energies into supply systems? Let’s find out.

Our guest author Ali Inal draws an interesting comparison

Lessons from chess – strategic thinking for solar leaders

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As renewable energy grows, especially in solar, leaders need the vision to see the whole board, explains Ali Inal, Managing Director at Senkron Digital.

Smart suits, sharper ambitions – Poland’s renewables market is drawing new attention

MET Group expands into Poland with focus on PV and BESS

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The Warsaw office marks the Swiss company’s 21st international branch and a key step in its Central European expansion into solar and storage.

Luis Haya is Chint's expert for safety.

Chint Power Systems – safe storage for C&I

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PV Guided Tours: Industry and commercial enterprises can reduce electricity costs in various ways using storage systems – but security is key. Luis Haya, Solution Manager Chint Power Systems, explains which features are needed to ensure security is safeguarded.

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.

Quiet hardware for a dynamic grid at R.Power’s Romanian energy site

R.Power invites bids for 400 MWh battery storage in Romania

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The Polish developer has launched the marketing phase for its planned 200 MW / 400 MWh battery storage project close to Bucharest.

Leonard Friese (right) of Tesvolt presents the new Forton storage system

Smarter, tougher, outdoors – Tesvolt’s latest storage container

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PV Guided Tours: The new Tesvolt Forton battery system enables commercial enterprises to participate profitably in energy trading for the first time. With high‑temperature LFP cells, traditional applications such as peak load capping and solar self‑consumption are now more cost‑effective. A 15‑year performance guarantee, covering two full cycles per day, ensures long‑term investment security.

Things are looking up for integrated PV projects in Finland

EU Innovation Fund backs 120 MW agri-PV project in Finland

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Developer Alight has secured a multi-million euro grant from the EU Innovation Fund for a 120 MW solar park with 45 MW of co-located battery storage in southeastern Finland.

Martin Green (left) has spent five decades advancing solar module technology.

Solar Investors Guide #10 – Martin Green on glass-free solar modules

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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.