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Pilar Sánchez Molina
Pilar joined the pv magazine team in May 2017, where she is responsible for the content of the Spanish and Latin American platforms. She has been working for media outlets covering solar photovoltaic energy since 2011.
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Articles written by Pilar Sánchez Molina
Solar and storage accounted for nearly 1 million EU jobs in 2025
Solar and battery storage supported 982,000 jobs in the EU in 2025, with PV accounting for 874,000 positions. Solar employment is expected to decline by 2030 as deployment slows, despite growth in operations, maintenance, manufacturing and recycling jobs.
Oct 08, 2026
Free software calculates how many solar modules fit on a rooftop from a photo
Tegrona has launched free software that uses photographs to calculate how many PV modules can fit on a rooftop. Tegrona Lite corrects image perspective, determines roof dimensions and automatically generates module layouts without requiring CAD tools or on-site measurements.
Second-life PV modules turned into solar balconies in Germany
A reuse project in Kassel, Germany, has repurposed 300 used solar modules to create 150 balcony PV systems, with tiered pricing aimed at improving affordability. The 13-year-old panels were inspected and refurbished, with local organizations providing technical, logistical and financial support.
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SolarWindow launches 0.85 mm-thick, self-adhesive solar film
SolarWindow has launched ElectroFlex, an ultra-thin, flexible, self-adhesive solar product for flat and curved surfaces. The new product features 24.4% cell efficiency and targets transportation, aerospace, buildings and other weight-sensitive applications.
Global solar O&M market reaches 348 GW as consolidation accelerates
The global solar PV O&M market reached 348 GW in 2025, with the 15 largest providers controlling 57% of managed capacity as consolidation accelerated. NovaSource remained the global leader, while rapid portfolio growth reshaped provider rankings and regional markets.
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Investments in co-located solar-plus-storage reach $25 billion in H1, says BloombergNEF
Global renewable energy investment reached $327.5 billion in the first half of 2026, as capital shifted toward solar-plus-storage projects amid growing revenue uncertainty. US investment surged ahead of tax credit deadlines, while weaker activity in China and offshore wind weighed on the global outlook.
How to protect residential batteries from heat waves
An expert from Kiwa PI Berlin recommends installing batteries in thermally stable locations, ensuring proper ventilation, following manufacturer guidelines, and using certified equipment to reduce heat-related risks. During heatwaves, shifting daytime electricity consumption to direct solar use can help limit battery stress and prevent overheating.
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