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Market Insights – May 2025 #2

YOUR SOURCE FOR NEWS, TRENDS AND EVENTS IN THE GLOBAL SOLAR & STORAGE INDUSTRY!

   
   

In EUPD Research's latest PV & ESS InstallerMonitor© 2024/2025, PV installers from Portugal and Spain revealed what drives and hinders their local PV rooftop market. According to the surveyed installers, some of the main demand drivers for rooftop PV are the rising demand for EVs (49%) as well as for storage systems and self-consumption (44%). Meanwhile, the leading barriers were stated to be bureaucratic challenges in permitting new systems (55%) and lower electricity prices (46%). 
   

Enjoy a wide range of events and workshop sessions about the global solar and storage industry. Take a look at upcoming events hosted and supported by JF4S, IBESA and the Solar & Storage DigiCon!

Today marks the start of RE+ Eastern Europe, a fresh and new engaging event focused on the region’s growing solar and energy storage market. Co-organized by RE+ and the EUPD Group, the event includes a one-day gathering in each Bucharest, Romania and Sofia, Bulgaria, with the first one taking place today. 

After a day filled with opportunities for forming lasting and valuable connections and a highly informative education program with discussions from key stakeholders in the region, the event will then move to the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Sofia for the second part, which will take place on May 30 following a one-day break. 

There, you can look forward to these expert speakers to lead you through the event: 
  • Burak Çağlar, Sales Manager ESS, Samsung SDI Europe GmbH 
  • Yasmina Dimitrova, Project Manager, Wasabi Innovations Ltd
  • Daniel Fuchs, CCO, International Battery & Energy Storage Alliance - IBESA 
  • Ilko Iliev, CEO, Inea Consulting Ltd. 
  • Robert Kenderessy, Regional Manager for Balkans Area, SolaX Power 
  • Leon Li, Technical Support Director, Kehua 
  • Alexander Nikolov, Former Minister of Energy, Sofia Advisory Services 
  • Valeriu Panait, Deputy CEO and Director of EPC BU, Polytrade Global 
  • Indraneel Sen, Director, Wasabi Innovations Ltd 
  • Vladimir Tabutov, International Business Development Expert, HEC Solar 
  • Veselin Todorov, Chairman, Solar Academy 
  • Neo Xu, Storage Solution Manager, CESC Innovation 
  • Ilko Yotzev, CEO, Water and Energy Savings

   

MORE UPCOMING EVENTS

RE+ Portugal

June 05, 2025 | Porto, Portugal

Our CEO Markus A.W. Hoehner will participate in the trade fair and hold the presentation "Navigating the Future of Solar & Energy Storage in Portugal: Opportunities and Monetization Strategies for 2025".

   

Installer Award Ceremony Romania May 28, 2025 | Hotel Caro, Bucharest

Celebrate the success of the greatest installer companies in Romania with us, which will be honored with the EUPD Research Installer Award during the event.

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Installer Award Ceremony Bulgaria | May 30, 2025 | Hyatt Regency, Sofia

This exclusive networking event hosted by EUPD Research and RE+ Eastern Europe is aimed at the top Bulgarian solar and storage installers in the business.

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Installer Award Ceremony Portugal | June 5, 2025 | Exponor - Porto International Fair

Celebrate with us the success of the greatest installer companies in Portugal, which will be the recipients of the EUPD Research Installer Award Portugal during the event.

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VIRTUAL EVENTS

Revolutionizing Solar & Storage in Europe #1 – Focus on Solar #1

June 05, 2025 | SSDC

Were you unable to attend The smarter E Europe 2025, want to get another look at the showfloor or get insights from attending experts? We brought back a range of Interviews and Booth Walkthroughs from members of the solar PV sector for you!

Revolutionizing Solar & Storage in Europe #2  – Insights from the Top Installer & EPC Awards 2025

June 18, 2025 | SSDC

The smarter E Europe served as the framework for a number of award ceremonies and celebrations of excellence. We brought back interviews from the “Top Installers Europe Award Ceremony” and “EUPD Research EPC Awards 2025” for you!

The Solar & Storage DigiCon provides you with on-demand experiences including webinars, presentations and insights into important industry players. Don't have an SSDC account yet? No worries! To gain access, all you have to do is to register for free! 

   
   
   

ACE Battery Achieves Significant Progress with 2024 EcoVadis Sustainability Rating: Earns Bronze Medal | May 27 

ACE Battery has been awarded the EcoVadis Bronze Medal, recognizing their commitment to sustainability, ethical practices, and responsible business operations. This respected global certification evaluates companies across four key areas: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. 

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POWEROAD Completes Successful Tech Training Tour Across Belgium, Empowering Partners with Knowledge and Innovation | May 27

POWEROAD has completed its first Tech Training Tour across Belgium, engaging six partners with hands-on technical training, site visits, and tailored support. The initiative aimed to enhance product knowledge, strengthen installation and service capabilities, and reinforce long-term collaboration. This tour highlights POWEROAD’s commitment to empowering partners and delivering top-tier after-sales service as part of its global clean energy mission.

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Power Through Any Climate with Pylontech Fidus Battery | May 24 

Whether it's -10°C snow or 55°C heat, Fidus keeps your energy secure. This 51.2V / 5.12 kWh residential battery is built for resilience, flexibility, and seamless integration. 

  • Wall-mounted or cabinet-installed — your space, your choice. 
  • IP65 & C5-M certified for dust, salt, and moisture resistance. 
  • Wide temperature range: -10°C to 55°C. 
  • Compatible with major inverters for easy installation. 

Fidus is more than a battery — it's your everyday energy ally.

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Mianyang CHAM’s 32140 Lithium Battery Passes New National CCC Certification, Setting a New Industry Safety Benchmark | May 23

Mianyang CHAM’s self-developed 32140 cylindrical lithium-ion battery has successfully obtained the mandatory CCC certification under China’s new national standard GB 43854-2024 "Safety Technical Specification for Lithium-ion Batteries Used in Electric Bicycles", making it one of the first domestic lithium battery manufacturers to achieve this certification. This milestone underscores CHAM’s industry-leading safety performance, providing reliable assurance for the high-quality development of the e-bike sector.

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Great Power and Omni Power Announce Strategic Partnership at Intersolar 2025 | May 21
Guangzhou Great Power Energy & Technology Co., Ltd. (Great Power) and OMNIPOWER B.V. (OMNIPOWER), a Belgium-based energy solutions provider, have announced a strategic partnership at the Intersolar 2025 exhibition in Germany. This collaboration aims to accelerate the deployment of energy storage systems across Europe, leveraging the complementary strengths of both companies.

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JA SOLAR’s 20th Anniversary | May 20
JA SOLAR, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-performance photovoltaic products, celebrated its 20th anniversary with a clear focus on technological innovation and sustainability. In an exclusive interview with Review Energy, Henning Schulze, President Europe at JA SOLAR, reflected on the company’s journey and the foundations of its global leadership.

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Introducing the ATESS SMC200: Powering the Future of Large-Scale Solar Projects | May 19

Meet the new ATESS SMC200 – a smart MPPT controller! This 2-in-1 solution combines a PV combiner box and MPPT controller, offering 8 MPPTs, 200kW PV input, and IP65 protection. Modular, transformerless design ensures 99% efficiency for large-scale solar projects. Pair with ATESS PCS and Bypass for ultimate performance. Efficient, scalable, and compact — the future of solar control is here.

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Solar Fabrik Launches Mono S4 Halfcut BC Series | May 15 
Solar Fabrik proudly presents its latest innovation: high-performance solar modules equipped with cutting-edge Back Contact technology. Designed to push the limits of efficiency while delivering a refined, modern look, these modules are ideal for those who demand both performance and aesthetics. Why Back Contact? Unlike conventional modules, Solar Fabrik's new designs eliminate front-side contacts, optimizing current flow and reducing potential weak points such as microcracks. The result: improved performance, long-term reliability, and a visually clean surface that enhances any installation.

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CEO: Markus A.W. Hoehner | Hoehner Research & Consulting Group GmbH 

Adenauerallee 134, 53113 Bonn | Commercial Register: AG Bonn 19569

Phone: 0049 228 50436-0 | Email: welcome@hrcg.eu


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