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Shine On Policycast is a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In these episodes, we bring you EU policy updates relevant to solar, in under 20 minutes.
Our host, Bethany Meban, Head of Press and Policy Communications at SolarPower Europe, interviews different voices from our team of policy and market intelligence experts. As we enter a new political era in the EU, each episode dives into how solar is delivering on Europe's competitiveness, security and climate goals. The podcast is produced by Lily Murdoch, Digital Communications Advisor at SolarPower Europe.
Who are we? SolarPower Europe is the award-winning link between policymakers and the solar PV value chain. We represent over 320 companies and organisations from the solar value chain, and our mission is to ensure solar becomes Europe’s leading energy source by 2030.
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Buckle up for 30 minutes of lively commentary, sharp analysis, and unfiltered opinions recorded live from the SolarPower Summit in Brussels. Join SolarPower Europe's Deputy CEO Dries Acke in conversation with a distinguished panel of energy influencers: Beatrice Petrovich, Ember; Tara Connolly, Beyond Fossil Fuels; and Bram Claeys, Regulatory Assistance Project. Hear direct from the experts as we ask them: What stood out in Executive Vice President Teresa Ribera’s opening speech? W...
Catch up on the latest EU solar market figures with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast. In just 5 minutes, Leah Le Pénuizic, Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from our recently published paper on Plug-In Solar PV. We dive into what plug-in solar is, and how the technology is advancing in Europe. Follow us for more: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Facebook Website
In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Deputy CEO, Dries Acke, to focus in on the Clean Industrial Deal published by the European Commission in February 2025. This new package, along with the Affordable Energy Action Plan and the Omnibus packages, set the direction for the EU's work over the next years. Listen in to hear our key takeaways, what we think is missing and what needs to happen next. Follow us for more: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Facebook Website
Catch up on the latest EU solar market figures with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast. In just 5 minutes, Christophe Lits, Senior Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from our recently published EU Market Outlook for Solar Power. While the report highlights record numbers of solar installed, Christophe explains why the news might not be so bright for the future of solar in Europe. Follow us for more: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Facebook Website
In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Policy Advisor for Electrification, Anais Faucher, to take a look back at SolarPower Europe's 6 month chairpersonship of the Electrification Alliance. At a crucial moment in time, welcoming the incoming European Commission, we were proud to drive forward a number of key papers and events that saw electrification put high on the agenda for the incoming mandate. Listen on for insights, and why electrification is so important.&nbs...
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In the second season of our Solar Success in Africa series we'll hear more about innovative solar projects bringing clean and reliable energy to communities across Sub-Saharan Africa. This podcast series is supported by GET.invest, a European programme that mobilises investment in decentralised renewable energy projects, supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria. In the final episode in this ...
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In the second season of our Solar Success in Africa series we'll hear more about innovative solar projects bringing clean and reliable energy to communities across Sub-Saharan Africa. This podcast series is supported by GET.invest, a European programme that mobilises investment in decentralised renewable energy projects, supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria. In the third episode in this ...
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In the second season of our Solar Success in Africa series we'll hear more about innovative solar projects bringing clean and reliable energy to communities across Sub-Saharan Africa. This podcast series is supported by GET.invest, a European programme that mobilises investment in decentralised renewable energy projects, supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria. In the second episode in this...
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In the second season of our Solar Success in Africa series we'll hear more about innovative solar projects bringing clean and reliable energy to communities across Sub-Saharan Africa. This podcast series is supported by GET.invest, a European programme that mobilises investment in decentralised renewable energy projects, supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria. In the first episode in this...
In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by SolarPower Europe CEO, Walburga Hemetsberger, to wrap up the year. We take a look into our latest report: the EU Market Outlook for Solar Power 2024-2028. The report shows a slowdown in solar market growth this year, and throughout the discussion we delve into why this is the case, and explore the solutions. The episode wraps up with a ray of hope & inspiring solar stories. Follow us for more: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Fa...
Catch up on the latest in Europe's battery storage market with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast! In just 5 minutes, Raffaele Rossi, Head of Market Intelligence at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from our Mission Solar 2040 report, highlighting key figures on solar and energy system flexibility. Perfect for solar enthusiasts, policy makers, and anyone interested in renewable energy updates! Follow us for more: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Facebook Website
In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Benjamin Clarke, SolarPower Europe's Global Markets Manager, to discuss COP29. We dive into the global story for solar and renewables, which emerging markets to watch, and ask the question of the hour: is COP still relevant? Follow us for more: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Facebook Website
Catch up on the latest in Europe's battery storage market with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast! In just 5 minutes, Antonio Arruebo, Junior Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from the EU Market Outlook for Battery Storage, highlighting the most important trends and data driving the industry. Perfect for solar enthusiasts, policy makers, and anyone interested in renewable energy updates! Follow us for more: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Facebook Website
In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Naomi Chevillard, SolarPower Europe's Head of Regulatory Affairs, to discuss the recent hearings for the incoming EU Commissioners. This is the latest step in defining the new EU mandate, and we outline who to watch for topics like trade, industry, energy prices and decarbonising agriculture. Follow us for more: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Facebook Website
In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Lina Dubina, Policy Advisor for Sustainability at SolarPower Europe, to discuss nature-inclusive solar. In a new paper with The Nature Conservancy, SolarPower Europe identify key biodiversity benefits on solar parks, and policy recommendations to ensure solar and nature continue thriving together. Learn about best practices across Europe, and how solar can help the EU stay on track to meet its climate and biodiversity ambitions...
Catch up on the latest in Europe's solar market with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast! In just 5 minutes, Christophe Lits, Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from the EU Solar Jobs Report, highlighting the most important trends and data driving the industry. Perfect for solar enthusiasts, policy makers, and anyone interested in renewable energy updates! Follow us for more: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram Facebook Website
In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Carmen Correas-Lopes, Policy Advisor at SolarPower Europe, to discuss the EU Solar Charter and the transformative impact the Net-Zero Industry Act could have on solar manufacturing. Together, they unpack how these key initiatives aim to strengthen Europe’s clean energy leadership and accelerate the transition to a renewable-powered future. Learn about the latest policy developments, industry challenges, and the strategic role o...
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our fourth podcast series, Sustainability Champions, we are shining a spotlight on people and companies leading the charge with sustainability efforts. In this episode I talk with Enel Green Power's Head of Sustainability Ecosystem, Massimo Lombardi, who discusses Ene's sustainability vision, focusing on the circular economy and how to overcome sustainability challenges. For more information about SolarPower Europe visit: www....
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our fourth podcast series, Sustainability Champions, we are shining a spotlight on people and companies leading the charge with sustainability efforts. In Episode 3, we talk with Martin Hackl, Global Director Solar Energy at Fronius International, and address a range of topics related to solar and sustainability, including how the sector has changed in the past two decades and Fronius' vision of "24 hours of sun". For more inf...
Welcome to Shine On, a podcast presented by SolarPower Europe. In our fourth podcast series, Sustainability Champions, we are shining a spotlight on people and companies leading the charge with sustainability efforts. Episode 2 is a conversation with Jochen Hauff, who is Director of Corporate Strategy, Energy Policy and Sustainability at BayWa r.e., and also Vice-President of SolarPower Europe. We discuss BayWa r.e.'s sustainability strategy and how it aligns with the UN SDGs, as well as the...
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