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Check lists and cost reduction potential for solar district heating
IEA SHC Task 68 on efficient solar district heating systems is coming to an end. Over the past three years, the task has made strong progress. It helped introduce the technology to project developers and utilities. This work resulted in a series of comprehensive reports. Luuk Beurskens from TNO, the …
Interactive learning at South Africa’s Solar Process Heat Training Week
The Solar Process Heat Training Week in mid-August 2025 near Pretoria, South Africa, offered a well-balanced mix of theory and practice. The four-day training was organized and hosted by SANEDI, the South African National Energy Development Institute, in cooperation with the IEA SHC Solar Academy. A total of 37 participants …
PVT Nexus Research Network: bridge the gap between academia and practice
The PVT international research community is receiving support from Northern Europe. MG Sustainable Engineering from Sweden officially launched the PVT Nexus Research Network at the end of August. To kick things off, a one-day online conference was held on 27 August, at which a number of experts from IEA SHC …
Türkiye’s special role in the global solar thermal market
Türkiye is a leading solar heat nation in various areas. It was the third largest market in terms of new solar collector capacity in 2024 after China and Brazil. Systems with a record 19.4 GW were in operation at the end of 2023. With its high solar radiation level, even …
South Africa: Status quo of solar heat in a challenging situation
South Africa holds a unique position in the global energy sector for several reasons. It is the largest market for both solar thermal and solar PV in Africa, with a growing demand for PV2heat solutions. However, the country also faces the challenge of being the largest emitter of greenhouse gases …
PVT NEXUS: Dedicated research network set to advance PVT innovation
The European photovoltaic-thermal PVT market is picking up speed. Consequently, the number of PVT manufacturers is also growing, particularly in key countries such as Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. To strengthen research capacities in this evolving field, the European project PVT4EU is initiating the creation of a dedicated research network …
The political landscape shaping solar heat’s future in Europe
In today’s fast-changing European policy landscape, effective advocacy is more crucial than ever – both at EU and at national level. The EU is pushing forward with ambitious climate goals through initiatives like the Green Deal and the Fit for 55 package, which are currently being implemented across member states …
Solar Heat Europe accelerates advocacy with new Board and adapted statutes
Solar Heat Europe has seen several exciting developments recently. The Brussels-based solar thermal association has elected a new Board, updated its statutes, and launched a completely revamped website. With a broader team and an enhanced communication strategy, Solar Heat Europe is now better positioned to accelerate the adoption of solar …
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