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Sandra Enkhardt
Sandra is News Director of pv magazine Deutschland. She has been reporting on solar since 2008.
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Hoymiles issues response after security vulnerability identified in older microinverters
The Chaos Computer Club has identified a security vulnerability affecting photovoltaic installations that use Hoymiles inverters. In response to an inquiry from pv magazine, the Chinese manufacturer said it will release a firmware update to address the issue in late August. The vulnerability affects HM series devices, which were discontinued in August 2023.
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Agrivoltaic facility supplies traction power directly to Austrian rail network
Austria has inaugurated its first tracking agrivoltaic system designed to feed solar power directly into the railway grid. The 6.6 MW facility in Donnerskirchen combines renewable energy generation, organic farming, and biodiversity measures on the same site.
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Germany plans to reduce subsidies for heat pumps
Germany is planning to reduce funding limits under its BEG efficient buildings subsidy scheme, while introducing stronger income-based support and new eligibility rules for heat pumps. The proposed changes include lower eligible costs and a planned “Made in Europe” incentive for heat pump production.
JinkoSolar: ‘New momentum for solar expected from 2028’
Global solar markets are entering another period of consolidation, with weaker demand, falling installations, and continued pressure on manufacturers, according to JinkoSolar’s Frank Niendorf. Despite the downturn, the Chinese manufacturer is expanding its integrated energy solutions strategy, investing in storage, new module technologies, and long-term innovation.
Medium-voltage series regulator enables 260% more PV capacity in German distribution grids
A compact medium-voltage series regulator allows existing distribution grids to accommodate significantly more photovoltaic capacity by actively controlling voltage.
The technology can be reportedly installed in existing transformer stations without additional construction, offering a faster alternative to traditional grid expansion.
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Goldbeck Solar developing 3-step solution for automated construction of utility-scale PV plants
Goldbeck Solar’s HeliomatiX system uses a container-based Assembly Hub, autonomous crawler, and robotic mounting to automate solar park construction. The technology can reportedly cut installation man-hours by up to 85% and achieve megawatt-scale deployment within hours.
Sunoyster showcases 450 W lightweight glass-glass solar module
Sunoyster Systems has presented the PVbondi lightweight glass-glass module, designed for low-load-bearing roofs.
The system reportedly improves rear ventilation, reduces roof load, and enables faster installation while offering high adhesive strength for flat-roof PV applications.
Austria allocates €12 million for solar-plus-storage rebates
Austria will open its second 2026 PV funding round on June 17 with a total budget of €12 million, while continuing incentives for battery storage and European-made components.
The first funding round showed strong demand and a clear shift toward PV-plus-storage systems, with around 90% of applications including batteries.
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