Innovations and videos on energy, environment and sustainability

Energy is becoming increasingly decentralized, renewable, and digitally controlled. The articles focus on developments in photovoltaics, heat pumps, storage systems, and modern heating technology – and show how supply and efficiency are changing in the building sector.

Technologies, solutions and projects for a sustainable energy future

Solar system direct from the manufacturer - Q Cells

Q CELLS is a leading provider of solar energy solutions and offers innovative solar modules, energy storage systems and complete solutions for private and business customers. Its p... Solar system direct from the manufacturer - Q Cells


Energy storage solutions - PRIME Batteries

PRIME Batteries Technology offers advanced energy storage solutions for various applications, including stationary energy storage, industrial applications, electric vehicles and ma... Energy storage solutions - PRIME Batteries


Equipment manufacturer solar industry - M10 Solar Equipment

M10 Solar Equipment offers highly innovative technologies for the manufacture of solar modules, including shingle matrix technology, which enables higher efficiencies and more cost... Equipment manufacturer solar industry - M10 Solar Equipment


Solar module manufacturer - LONGi

LONGi is a leading company in the solar energy industry and offers comprehensive solutions for the use of renewable energies. With a focus on high-efficiency monocrystalline silico... Solar module manufacturer - LONGi


Stationary battery storage systems - Kyon Energy

Kyon Energy develops and operates large-scale battery storage technologies to support the energy transition. The company offers comprehensive services, from site development to tur... Stationary battery storage systems - Kyon Energy


Energy storage: Trading Container - Commeo

Commeo offers customized lithium-ion energy storage solutions for industrial and commercial applications. The modular systems enable a sustainable and economical energy supply and ... Energy storage: Trading Container - Commeo


BatteryBox modular energy storage system - BYD Energy Storage

With its Battery Box series, BYD Energy Storage offers flexible and scalable energy storage solutions. The systems have a modular design and are suitable for various applications r... BatteryBox modular energy storage system - BYD Energy Storage


PEWO Energy Technology – IFH Intherm 2024

pewo Energietechnik was founded in the early 1990s and is based in Lusatia, the region around Cottbus and Senftenberg, halfway between Dresden and Berlin. Both major cities are aro... Transfer stations for local and district heating - pewo


Photovoltaic heat - my-PV

MYPV, based in Austria, specializes in the development and production of photovoltaic heat. In concrete terms, this means that hot water and space heating are produced from photovo... Photovoltaic heat - my-PV


Modern heating systems - Buderus

Buderus, a company founded in 1731 and based in Wetzlar, Hesse, specializes in modern heating systems. The company is showcasing an innovative hybrid heat pump system at this year'... Modern heating systems - Buderus


Led sun simulators - WAVELABS

WAVELABS, based in Leipzig, is a leading company in the development of LED-based solar simulators. These innovative devices are used in the research and production of photovoltaic ... Led sun simulators - WAVELABS


Energy storage solutions - Voltfang

Voltfang develops sustainable battery storage systems that consist of used electric car batteries and optimize the energy efficiency of industrial and commercial companies. Their s... Energy storage solutions - Voltfang


Energy storage systems - VARTA Storage

VARTA is a leading manufacturer of batteries and energy storage solutions with over 130 years of experience. The product portfolio includes micro and household batteries, customize... Energy storage systems - VARTA Storage


Inverters, battery storage and roof top solutions - Sungrow

Sungrow is a leading global supplier of photovoltaic inverters and energy storage systems, ranging from small residential systems to large industrial applications. The company also... Inverters, battery storage and roof top solutions - Sungrow


Modular commercial energy storage system - Sonnen

Sonnen is a leading provider of intelligent electricity storage systems and energy solutions for private households and businesses. With its products such as the sonnenBatterie and... Modular commercial energy storage system - Sonnen


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New technologies for decentralized energy supply

Energy supply is increasingly being organized in a decentralized manner – through photovoltaic systems, battery storage, heat pumps, and digital control systems. Providers such as Solarland Bayern, Svea Solar, and PREFA are demonstrating how residential and commercial units can be made independent of the traditional power grid. Modular energy storage solutions from companies such as Sonnen, VARTA, and TESVOLT also enable the flexible use of renewable sources.

  • Photovoltaic systems with storage and dynamic electricity tariffs (e.g., LichtBlick)
  • Plug-and-play balcony power plants for rental apartments (e.g., Green Solar)
  • Hybrid solutions with PV, storage, and charging infrastructure (e.g., SolaX, Smart Solar)
Decentralized systems enable greater self-sufficiency, increase energy efficiency, and create new options for self-consumption and feed-in.

Hydrogen, fuel cells, and industrial applications

Hydrogen technology is considered one of the key components for a climate-neutral future—not only in transportation, but also in industry and energy production. Companies such as Cellcentric, EKPO Fuel Cell Technologies, Siemens, and Neuman & Esser are working on scalable solutions for electrolysis, storage, and utilization. Logistics also benefits: fuel cells are replacing batteries in forklifts, fleets, and container terminals.

  • H2 production plants and electrolysers for industrial projects (e.g., Thyssenkrupp, Fraunhofer ISE)
  • System solutions for long-distance transport and commercial vehicles (e.g., Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck)
  • Specialized components such as MEAs, bipolar plates, and safety valves
The diversity of applications shows that hydrogen technology has long since arrived in operational use—no longer just a pilot project, but part of industrial strategy.

Heating solutions between heat pumps, biomass, and system integration

In the building sector, heating systems are continuing to develop in the direction of efficiency, modularity, and sustainability. Manufacturers such as Bosch, Panasonic, Solarfocus, and Weishaupt are focusing on modern heat pumps, supplemented by smart control, energy management, and combinations with photovoltaics. At the same time, biomass remains a stable component of regional heating strategies, for example through suppliers such as Hargassner and Fröling. Innovative concepts are created through:

  • Modular building technology with integrated ventilation (e.g., Smart Cube 360)
  • System solutions for hot water, storage, and heating circuit control
  • Planning software for heat pumps and heating systems (e.g., autarc, Zenesis)
Today, energy efficiency is no longer achieved through individual devices, but through networked systems—tailored to buildings, user behavior, and subsidy models.