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Market Insights – December 2025

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

   
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According to EUPD Research, expectations for the German heat pump sector have shifted significantly upward after the sharp market decline in 2024. The latest Bundesverband Wärmepumpe (BWP) e. V. forecast shows a much stronger rebound than previously anticipated. Earlier estimates predicted 260,000 heat pumps in 2025, and 350,000 in 2026 — nearly returning to the 2023 record of 356,000 units. The new outlook is markedly more optimistic, with 300,000 heat pumps in 2025 and 410,000 in 2026 — clearly surpassing the 2023 record.

   
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This November 26, 2025, the third ESG Summit organized by the EUPD Group took place at the historic Steigenberger Icon Grandhotel & Spa Petersberg as part of the European Sustainability Week! We welcomed more than 500 leading experts from the economy, science and politics to discuss current sustainability issues under the motto “Built on Trust. Driven by Insight. Focused on Impact.” 

© Mike Wenski / EUPD Research

Leading ESG voices from the European sustainability space shared their insights in six focused session blocks, such as social sustainability, finance at a turning point, reporting standards in motion or AI potential in ESG reporting. The discussions that took place - in panels, breakout sessions or the exhibition area - showed us one thing: That staying connecting and moving forward despite political and regulatory uncertainties is vital for a sustainable, fair future.

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© Mike Wenski / EUPD Research

We had a great time interacting with everyone and celebrating those leading the way during award presentations for the ESG Transparency Award, the Energy Transition Award, the Top Innovation Award, and the SolarProsumerAward

and more.

Thank you to everyone who participated. We are already looking forward to next year! Read more about the European Sustainability Week 2025 and ESG Summit 2025 in our press release:

The ESG Summit was proudly supported by our sponsors Arvato Systems GmbH, BG prevent GmbH, SAP Deutschland SE & Co.KG, DNV, eva service GmbH, OCELL GmbH, Great Power, Pylon Technologies DE GmbH, SolaX Power Europe GmbH, Solplanet, TÜV Rheinland Solar GmbH, Unternehmen Bewegung, F&F Energy Innovation, Grubengold GmbH, GoodWe Europe GmbH, Solinteg, and Zendure, as well as media partners Haufe Sustainability, forum Nachhaltig Wirtschaften and zielNULL.

   

MORE UPCOMING EVENTS

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!

World Future Energy Summit

January 13-15, 2026 | ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi

The World Future Energy Summit is a global think tank, powered by global innovation, pioneering minds and groundbreaking insights.

RE+ Northeast

February 3-5, 2026 | Thomas M. Menino Convention and Exhibition Center, Boston 

RE+ Northeast is an annual event that brings together clean energy professionals from across the northeast region of the United States. The event features keynote speakers, panel discussions, exhibition, and networking opportunities for attendees.

KEY – The Energy Transition Expo

March 4-6, 2026 | Rimini, Italy

Rimini becomes the command hub of clean energy. KEY brings the entire value chain together—technology leaders, investors, EPCs, utilities, policymakers—for three days of deals, demos and decisive conversations. 

   
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JA SOLAR Power Talk: Footbal & Renewable Energy - A Winning Team | December 9

Join JA SOLAR on 18 December at 11:00 (CET) for a new JA Solar Power Talk with Borussia Dortmund and RWE, where they reveal the story behind the PV installation at Signal Iduna Park — now officially the most powerful PV installation on a stadium rooftop worldwide. 

Speakers: 

• Florian Demnitz, Energy Manager at Borussia Dortmund 

• Christoph Kielhorn, Project Lead at RWE 

• Petra Zelenická, Head of Marketing and Market Research at JA SOLAR Moderated by Gianluca Michieletto, Marketing and Social Media Manager at JA SOLAR. 

Register now to secure your spot. 
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The Emerging Power of Bidirectional EV Charging | December 8

The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is transforming not only how we move, but also how we use and manage energy. As more battery-powered vehicles connect to homes and the wider electricity network, they are beginning to shape how renewable energy is generated, stored, and integrated across the system. Paired with advanced energy storage, EVs have the potential to act as large mobile batteries that can power homes or even supply electricity back to the grid.

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Solavita SUN Mate Balcony PV: Smart Micro-Generation for Urban Living | December 5

The SUN Mate balcony PV solution is a compact and accessible solar options. Designed as a plug-and-play micro-generation system, SUN Mate allows users to start producing solar power without professional installation or structural modification. Its sleek, lightweight design aligns well with modern European aesthetics while effectively reducing daytime grid usage. As micro-generation gains momentum across Europe, SUN Mate has emerged as a practical and attractive entry point for households transitioning toward clean energy. Many attendees praised its convenience, user-friendly setup, and ability to fit seamlessly into apartments, rental homes, and small living spaces—making solar adoption more accessible than ever.

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SolaX XSchedule: AI-Driven Dynamic Energy Optimization | December 2

SolaX XSchedule brings advanced AI scheduling to modern homes, boosting revenue by 50%+ through precise, real-time optimisation. By combining dynamic electricity tariffs, PV generation forecasting, and instant consumption insights, XSchedule intelligently plans every charge and discharge. It adapts to weather, pricing, and user behaviour to cut costs, increase self-consumption, and maximise returns—turning every household into a high-performance smart energy ecosystem.

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Solinteg unveils the new M2HT 75–125 kW hybrid inverter, expanding possibilities for C&I energy storage | November 27

Solinteg is proud to introduce the M2HT 75–125 kW hybrid inverter series, our latest step toward enabling smarter, more resilient and more adaptable energy-storage solutions for commercial and industrial users. Entering the 125 kW power class for the first time, the new platform underscores our commitment to advancing hybrid technology and supporting partners as energy-storage systems scale into larger and more complex applications.

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[DE] Sustainability People Report 2025 

An impact project by Sustainability People Company in collaboration with Haufe and EY. Sustainability is driven by the people shaping transformation. This report reveals how 593 sustainability professionals in Germany work, the challenges they face, and the resources they rely on – practical, data-driven, and inspiring.

Gain insights and understand the change.

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

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


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