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In highly regulated energy markets, policy decisions can make or break new technologies, strategies, and even entire industries.
Support from policymakers, in the form of procurement exercises, priority dispatch, tax incentives and a wealth of other instruments, has been vital to the global solar industry’s success, and new mechanisms to support growth in energy storage are an increasingly important part of the story today.
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Section 232 and US module prices
As the dust settles from the Aug. 6 announcement of tariffs and minimum import prices on polysilicon and its derivatives, Jesse Pichel and Lev Seleznov of Roth Capital Partners explain the impact the long-awaited decision is expected to have on US module pricing and what it might mean for investment in US manufacturing.
Sep 12, 2026
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Spain added 10.1 GW of solar in 2025
Spain installed 10.1 GW of new solar capacity in 2025, including 8.97 GW of ground-mounted PV and 1.14 GW of self-consumption systems, according to Spanish PV association UNEF. The trade body says falling captured prices are increasing pressure on new projects and underscoring the need for storage and greater electrification.
Greece clears way for balcony PV systems up to 800 W
Greece has overhauled its self-consumption rules, permitting plug-in balcony solar systems up to 800 W and standalone batteries for the first time. The framework also simplifies installation procedures, supports storage additions and expands self-consumption opportunities for islands, public entities and residential communities.
PPA prices rise 2.2% in Europe in August
European PPA prices rose 2.2% in August, led by a 4.9% increase in the United Kingdom, while announced PPA capacity fell sharply to 335 MW. Corporate buyers dominated PPA activity, as storage-related agreements held steady at 869 MW and included major BESS deals in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.
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Spain added 10.1 GW of solar in 2025
Spain installed 10.1 GW of new solar capacity in 2025, including 8.97 GW of ground-mounted PV and 1.14 GW of self-consumption systems, according to Spanish PV association UNEF. The trade body says falling captured prices are increasing pressure on new projects and underscoring the need for storage and greater electrification.
Greece clears way for balcony PV systems up to 800 W
Greece has overhauled its self-consumption rules, permitting plug-in balcony solar systems up to 800 W and standalone batteries for the first time. The framework also simplifies installation procedures, supports storage additions and expands self-consumption opportunities for islands, public entities and residential communities.
PPA prices rise 2.2% in Europe in August
European PPA prices rose 2.2% in August, led by a 4.9% increase in the United Kingdom, while announced PPA capacity fell sharply to 335 MW. Corporate buyers dominated PPA activity, as storage-related agreements held steady at 869 MW and included major BESS deals in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.
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Sungrow raises inverter, storage prices by up to 15%
Sungrow will raise prices for solar inverters and energy storage products by 5% to 15% from Sept. 20, citing rising raw material and component costs. The move, its second price increase this year, reflects broader cost pressures across China’s inverter and storage supply chains.
Australia to introduce technical code for consumer energy resources
Australia’s new regulatory framework for solar inverters, batteries and other consumer energy resources will require suppliers to register products and prove compliance with a technical code. It also introduces national-level accreditation for installers.
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