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System developer Quanta Energy has completed a solar park for Volkswagen Poznań in Września, Poland, supplying about a quarter of the commercial vehicle plant’s electricity needs.
The solar park is part of NextEnergy’s expanding UK portfolio of solar and storage assets, most of which are backed by long-term offtake agreements.
Roofs and flat open spaces aren't the only options for solar power. Applications that pose particular challenges for project planning and installation technology are increasingly coming into focus.
The agreement marks Econergy’s first virtual power purchase in Poland and forms a cornerstone of the company’s project financing strategy.
Naturgy’s Picón I–III solar plants in Ciudad Real have received UNEF’s sustainability seal for exemplary environmental, social and governance performance.
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.
Rome-based start-up Terrawatt is advancing its solar ambitions with the launch of construction on its first photovoltaic project in the province of Ancona.
The Horia 1 solar park is now operational after receiving final approval of its energy licence from Romania’s national regulator, ANRE.
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.
Energiepark Witznitz: With an output of 650 megawatts, the solar park south of Leipzig marks a milestone in project development. Register now to download our special edition free of charge. Investor newsletter subscribers receive it directly to their desktop.
The 3.37 MW solar project in Ardillières, Charente-Maritime, repurposes municipal land to deliver renewable energy for around 1,500 households annually.
The portfolio includes five subsidy-free solar projects totalling 225 MW, located across the Lazio and Sicily regions.
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.
Two of Ireland’s largest energy providers have launched large-scale solar development with the opening of a 108 MW farm.
With decades of experience in the energy sector, the German company is well placed in the solar park and battery storage business. Jörg Lennertz highlights the importance of expertise in integrating renewable energies.
The Swedish County Administration Board has approved Soltech’s hybrid ventures, clearing the way for utility‑scale solar parks with integrated battery storage.
Physical risks such as lightning, fire and theft are well understood in solar. Increasingly, cyberattacks are emerging as a critical concern. Our next investor newsletter will be published on 10 September 2025. Subscribe to stay informed.
A new large-scale PV project near Poland’s Baltic coast uses cable pooling alongside an existing wind farm to boost efficiency and streamline the grid connection.
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Construction has started on RP Global’s first German 50 MW solar PV park, repurposing the spoil tip of a former lignite mine.
Hamburg-based Qubite International has launched solar-powered data centres in the UAE, aiming to serve European enterprise and cloud demand.
A new study has found that biodiversity increases significantly on farmland converted to solar parks, though the pace and extent of improvement depend on local conditions.
The Spanish energy group Iberdrola has commissioned its first German solar park in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, supplying power to around 3,000 Vodafone mobile sites under a long-term direct purchase agreement.
Windstorms, hail and sudden weather shifts are growing operational risks for solar parks. Rémy Parmentier, Head of Solar & Hybrid at Vaisala, outlines how developers and operators can manage these hazards.
Cabling is a major factor in the reliability, cost and yield of large solar parks. Georg Urban, Head of European Business of US company Voltage Clean Energy, explains what matters and the benefits of plug & play solutions.
