• Understand how the region is positioning itself as a renewable energy powerhouse and what this means for investors, developers, and policymakers
• Mapping emerging key investment hotspots
• The impact of policy shifts and regulation on large-scale solar, from permitting processes to incentives and energy market reforms.

• Why Romania is emerging as a key solar market
• Bulgaria, Croatia, Serbia, and North Macedonia – the next wave of emerging opportunities
• Regulatory landscapes and investor sentiment in the region

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• How curtailment is shaping investment and development strategies in Greece and beyond
• Grid infrastructure challenges and the future of cross-border interconnection
• Key regulatory updates across the region and the impact on project viability

• Greece’s 3.5 GW merchant battery tender – what it means for the market
• Benefits of co-location vs. standalone storage – economic models and revenue streams
• Lessons from more mature markets: what can be applied to new developments?

As Southern Europe’s solar market matures, secondary market acquisitions and asset recycling are becoming increasingly vital strategies for investors seeking stable returns and reduced development risk. With shifting regulatory frameworks, curtailment challenges, and evolving grid dynamics, acquiring and repurposing existing solar assets presents a compelling opportunity to deploy capital efficiently, maximize operational efficiency and extend project lifespans.

• Why investors are shifting focus from greenfield developments to acquiring operational assets
• Market dynamics driving increased activity in secondary transactions across Spain, Italy, Greece, and Romania
• Evaluating risk-adjusted returns: How do secondary acquisitions compare with new-build solar investments?
• The growing role of infrastructure funds, pension funds, and institutional investors in acquiring de-risked, operational assets
• How evolving EU electricity market reforms may affect pricing

• Success stories – exploring the most bankable AgriPV models in the region
• Which countries in Southern Europe are supporting AgriPV through incentives and supportive policy?
• Navigating land classification regulations—overcoming restrictions on agricultural land use for solar
• Rising land-use tensions – mitigating conflicts between energy and agriculture and addressing concerns through education and community engagement
• Future technological innovations, from vertical solar farming to AI-powered crop monitoring and precision irrigation

• What makes a project bankable in today’s environment?
• How asset owners and developers are navigating the evolving landscape
• Risk appetite, financing trends, and structuring deals in Southern Europe
• How can investors plan ahead to meet rising demand while avoiding curtailment risks?
• What new business models (e.g., hybrid solar + storage, VPPs) are emerging?
• How regulatory changes, such as EU electricity market reform, could shape long-term investment returns

As the day’s discussions end, unwind and indulge in an evening of relaxed networking at the Large Scale Solar Southern Europe Drinks Reception.

Whether you’re looking to deepen existing relationships or spark new collaborations, the Solar Media Team invite you to mingle with peers and future partners in an informal and convivial environment.

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Southern Europe is undergoing a significant transformation as electrification accelerates across industries, transport, and residential sectors. With increasing renewable penetration, evolving grid constraints, and geopolitical shifts affecting energy markets, accurately anticipating power demand has never been more critical.

• How green industrial policies (EU Green Deal, REPowerEU) are driving demand for clean energy
• The role of energy-intensive sectors like data centers and battery gigafactories in reshaping regional power needs
• How nearshoring trends and new manufacturing investments in Southern Europe are influencing demand forecasting
• The impact of merchant solar projects and corporate PPAs on demand dynamics
• The role of interconnectors (e.g., Greece-Egypt, Spain-France, Italy-Tunisia) in balancing supply and demand across borders

• Greece’s strong EPC ecosystem vs. subcontractor shortages in other markets
• Material availability, logistics, and technical approaches to large-scale builds
• Should projects prioritize cost efficiency or long-term O&M strategies?

The role of AI, digitalization, and automation in solar asset management

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As Southern Europe ramps up its renewable energy capacity, interconnection and cross-border energy trading are becoming critical for balancing supply and demand. How are new interconnectors and bilateral agreements shaping the energy landscape, what are the geopolitical and regulatory hurdles slowing progress, and how are expanding ties with North Africa and the Eastern Mediterranean redefining the European energy mix?

• Germany-Greece bilateral agreements and the impact of new interconnectors
• The derailing of the Greece-Cyprus link and what it means for the market
• Egypt’s growing role as an energy exporter – what does its connection to Greece & Southern Europe mean for the solar sector?
• Could potential partnerships with North African countries like Morocco and Tunisia accelerate Europe’s renewable energy transition?

With increasing demand for solar energy across Europe and a push to diversify supply chains away from China, Turkey is positioning itself as a key hub for solar manufacturing. Explore Turkey’s growing role in the solar value chain, its strategic advantages, and what it means for European developers, investors, and policymakers.

• How EU tariffs on Chinese solar imports are reshaping supply chains
• Turkey’s customs union with the EU—what advantages does it offer?
• Economic, logistical and regulatory risks for investors
• Mapping the current capacity and capability of Turkish solar manufacturing across modules, investors and mounting systems
• Investment incentives: How Turkey is attracting solar manufacturers
• Cost-competitiveness: Labor, materials, and energy pricing in Turkey vs. EU
• Impact of proximity to Europe and positioning as a gateway to MENA and Central Asian Markets

The role of hybridisation – co-locating storage and integrating new grid-balancing solutions to enhance asset value

• Key differences in permitting processes across Greece, Spain, Italy, Portugal, and the Balkans
• How new EU directives on permitting are being implemented at the national level
• Effective strategies for engaging local communities from the outset
• Best practices for stakeholder engagement, from landowners to environmental groups

• The role of small to mid-sized players in market growth
• How to identify and secure under-the-radar projects
• Risk premium strategies and financing options

• Why net metering has under-performed and self-consumption models haven’t scaled as expected – has regulatory fragmentation hindered adoption?
• How are corporate PPAs and new business models evolving?
• Lessons learnt from more mature markets – what can Spain and Portugal teach about scaling rooftop solar?
• Future outlook for small-scale solar in Southern Europe – addressing challenges and accelerating digitalisation to unlock growth

• Capacity growth projections and the role of renewables and storage in the region’s evolving power mix
• Where the biggest opportunities will emerge over the next 3-10 years
• Predictions on market trends, regulation, and investment
• The role of hybrid projects as a base load cure