How do solar companies help the photovoltaic industry?

Solar companies help the photovoltaic industry by maintaining and increasing the contribution made by existing solar systems to the electricity mix. They achieve this through repair, optimization, and maintenance services, which also confirm general confidence in the reliability of solar technology.

Are photovoltaic module prices stagnating?

While module prices for non-EU projects are in the lower 40 eurocent range, prices within the European Union are stagnating just above the 50 eurocent mark.

Are photovoltaic modules going up in Europe?

In Europe, the price increase for photovoltaic modules is not quite as strong as expected, at least until now. In particular, thin film module prices remained relatively stable, with March showing barely any movement.

Is the European photovoltaics market recovering?

The European photovoltaics market has not yet lived up to expectations after the strong increase in installation figures in late 2016. Although there has been an overall revival compared to the first quarter of last year, the market has still failed to really take off.

What happens to the market for existing PV installations?

Of course jobs are also saved as a result because the market for existing PV installations will not become smaller in the foreseeable future, even if construction of new installations should remain in a state of decline. Module prices: The minimum price regulation paralyzes the European photovoltaic market.

Are photovoltaic module prices decreasing?

Recent investigations confirm that the end of photovoltaic module price declines was apparent within the last few months. While the average price level was still slightly decreasing at the start of 2013, compared to December 2012, a trend reversal was already visible at the end of January.