Recording of Monday, June 22, 2026 | The smarter E Europe Conferences 2026| Language: English | Duration: 11:48 .

Emerging Trends in Distributed Energy and Multi-Family Properties in Europe

SolarEdge Technologies is a leader in the distributed energy sector with over 4.5 million PV systems installed globally. The company notes that effective solar photovoltaic systems require a comprehensive range of components, including storage and energy management systems. Challenges and opportunities exist in the electrification of commercial properties, where ownership dynamics complicate the adoption of electrification solutions. Notably, both multi-family and commercial properties significantly contribute to European urban landscapes, with over 40% of housing units in multi-family buildings. The demand for residential and mixed-use structures is increasing, yet market skepticism persists regarding their potential. Recent European regulations mandate the installation of EV charging infrastructure and promote the adoption of PV systems, amid rising electricity demand due to heat pumps and air conditioning. Harmonizing regulations across Europe is essential to foster collaboration among stakeholders and streamline implementation. Optimizing solar energy systems with technology such as SolarEdge's panel-specific monitoring is crucial for enhancing efficiencies and supporting real estate investments.

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Speaker

Gadi Hirsch
Senior Strategy Manager
SolarEdge Technologies
Israel

Talk of session: Smart Solar and Prosumers: Electrification Strategies for Households and Businesses

Rooftop solar remains a key pillar of Europe's energy transition, helping households and SMEs hedge price volatility and maximize self-consumption. With electrification spreading to the heating and mobility sectors, there is a drive towards distributed PV combined with batteries, EV chargers and smart energy system management tools. Despite a decline in rooftop capacities last year, plug-in solar is attracting new customer segments, and more aggregator solutions are starting to unlockflexibility benefits. This session explores how digitalization and new business models are reshaping prosumer's solar+ strategies in an energy system that is becoming increasingly electrified. Key topics: Policy and regulatory drivers of building-applied solar energy The latest electrification strategies for homes and businesses Overview of technical solutions and business models for turning self-consumption into grid-supporting flexibility

Further Talks of this session:

Intro & Kick-off Presentation: Smart Solar and Prosumers - The New Era for Residential and C&I Solar

Speaker

Nikolai Dobrott
Managing Partner
Apricum - The Cleantech Advisory
Germany

To Talk

From Kilowatt Hours to Flex Power: Why Residential Flexibility Is Europe's Next Big Value Pool

Speaker

Lucinda Murley
Senior Consultant, Flexibility
LCP Delta
United Kingdom

To Talk

Performance Optimization for Commercial PV: Turning Systems Into Smart Energy Assets

Speaker

Daniel Kirchner
Head of Technical Excellence & Engineering Strategy
LichtBlick Energy as a Service GmbH
Germany

To Talk

Q&A

To Talk