Slovenia-based Bisol Group, the largest manufacturer of European-made solar modules, plans to build a new factory in an investment estimated at EUR 32.3 million. The facility in Murska Sobota in northeastern Slovenia is expected to triple Bisol’s annual production capacity, from 750 MW currently. “We want to start construction in September. We are still selecting […]
A Swiss telecom service provider converted unused satellite dishes into solar dishes, powering its data center’s rising energy needs. Smart energy tech firm SolarEdge provided its DC-optimized inverter solution, overcoming the challenge of shading. CKW, a Swiss provider of integrated energy and building technology solutions, has transformed disused satellite dishes located on the premises of […]
The Federation of BiH, one of the two entities constituting Bosnia and Herzegovina, has launched a grants program to co-finance the installation of rooftop solar power plants, expected to cover around 500 households a year and lead to an increase of 4.2 GWh in renewable electricity production. Operator for Renewable Energy Sources and Efficient Cogeneration […]
Two recycling facilities for solar panels are complete in Greece, while another one is expected to follow soon. The business case behind the investments in recycling is solid, as more and more older solar farms will reach the end of their operational life, which is 20-25 years. European and national laws stipulate that such equipment […]
The recent adoption of the rulebook on renewable energy communities in the Republic of Srpska is a big step in enabling citizens, local authorities, and businesspeople in Bosnia and Herzegovina to join forces and produce electricity for their own needs. It was a key step in introducing citizen energy. The concept is a great opportunity […]
VDE Renewables found in its new report that SolarEdge’s advanced safety capabilities minimize photovoltaic system risks and effectively prevent fire hazards, while exceeding international PV safety regulations. SolarEdge has robust cybersecurity mechanisms, essential to mitigating risks associated with cyberthreats, and its solutions bring higher energy yields for both simple and complex roofs. A new report […]
The Sunčana Vipava solar power project has brought together several key stakeholders in Slovenia – state electricity producer Soške Elektrarne Nova Gorica (SENG), the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Slovenia (MORS), road management firm Družba za Avtoceste v Republiki Sloveniji (DARS), and the Municipality of Vipava. The Sunčana (Sunny) Vipava project envisages installing […]
Wind farms with a capacity of 3,800 MW and solar power plants with a capacity of 12,500 MW are currently in various stages of development in Bosnia and Herzegovina, according to the indicative plan for the development of production 2026-2035, published by the Independent System Operator in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The goal of the ten-year […]
The 2030 Industry and Technology Strategy includes setting up industrial facilities in Turkey for nuclear energy, green hydrogen, battery storage and carbon capture and storage (CCS). The country is planning to establish a value chain for critical raw materials. The government vowed to support the development of semiconductor technology, autonomous and flying vehicles and cybersecurity […]
Zagreb operates solar power plants with a total capacity of 2.43 MW on public buildings, and an additional 16 MW is set to be installed on roofs, according to Mayor Tomislav Tomašević. In 2021, the capital city of Croatia presented the Sunny Roofs program for the installation of photovoltaic plants with a combined capacity of […]