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Marian Willuhn
Covering online news on the German market and editing the German print issue since 2021, Marian has been writing about power electronics for pv magazine’s global website and monthly print magazine since 2018.
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Fraunhofer IEE calls for “grid-forming readiness” in distribution networks and BESS
A position paper from the Fraunhofer IEE proposes preparing large battery storage systems in the medium-voltage grid for grid-forming functions at an early stage. The "Grid-Forming Readiness" concept aims to close the regulatory gap between current planning and operation and future, as yet unknown, requirements and demands for grid-forming functions.
Feb 26, 2026
Varta unveils residential battery with AI-driven energy management
The Germany battery manufacturer is expanding its portfolio with a modularly scalable LFP storage solution featuring a new energy management system. The new product comes with the company’s proprietary “Varta.iq” software, which is designed to detect consumption anomalies, integrate dynamic electricity tariffs, and enable bidirectional charging.
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SMA releases new storage system for C&I solar
German inverter and battery manufacturer SMA Solar Technology AG has unveiled a modular lithium iron phosphate battery system for commercial and industrial applications, with capacities ranging from 89 kWh to 197 kWh and integrated cybersecurity features.
Sungrow brings grid-forming PowerTitan 3.0 storage system to Europe
Sungrow is introducing its large-scale energy storage system, PowerTitan 3.0, to Europe, featuring grid-forming capability, next-generation battery cells, DC coupling for co-located solar projects, and streamlined commissioning to accelerate deployment.
New market for instantaneous reserve launched in Germany, new opportunities for storage?
A new market for instantaneous reserve has been launched in Germany. For the first time, inverter based assets and battery energy storage systems can participate in the market based procurement of this system service. The new market design opens up additional revenue potential but also raises questions about actual profitability and regulatory risks.
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German regulator drafts plan for energy storage systems to charge from the grid without losing subsidy
The Federal Network Agency has presented a draft proposal for the market integration of storage systems and electric vehicle (EV) charging points. Under the plan, battery storage systems and EVs would no longer have to be powered exclusively by renewable electricity to benefit from Erneuerbare-Energien-Gesetz (EEG) subsidies.
SMA receives first certificate for grid-forming battery inverter with instantaneous reserve
SMA claims to be the first company in Germany to receive confirmation of the technology. It paves the way for use in projects that want to participate in the new instantaneous reserve market, due to start in 2026.
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