In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany Meban speaks with Rachel Owens, CEO of the Solar Stewardship Initiative (SSI). Discover how SSI is driving supply chain traceability in the solar sector and whether current EU legislation - such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), and Forced Labour Ban - is doing enough to ensure sustainable and transparent value chains. 

This episode explores whether the EU’s regulatory simplification supports real-world implementation or risks backtracking on climate commitments. Learn about the evolving landscape of sustainability reporting, due diligence, and solar supply chain transparency, and get expert insights on how companies can thrive while advancing Europe’s energy transition. 

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In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany Meban speaks with Jacopo Piccalgi, Project and Policy Officer on Skills at SolarPower Europe, to unpack the findings of the latest EU Solar Jobs Report. We examine the current landscape of solar jobs in Europe, the challenges of meeting workforce demand, and whether the EU is on track to deliver the skilled labour needed for its clean energy transition.

The conversation explores how EU policymakers can bridge the solar skills gap, strengthen the renewable energy workforce, and create sustainable, future-proof energy transition jobs. For industry leaders, policymakers, and solar professionals, this episode provides timely insights into how Europe can secure the workforce to deliver on its solar and storage ambitions.

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In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany Meban sits down with Walburga Hemetsberger, CEO of SolarPower Europe, for a deep dive into the future of Europe’s energy system. As the new political season begins, we analyse European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the Union address and its implications for the Europe’s energy future.

We explore the trajectory of solar in Europe, the role of energy storage in securing grid stability, and the policy measures needed to accelerate solar PV growth across the EU. Whether you’re an energy professional, policymaker, or solar industry expert, this conversation provides insights on what’s next for Europe’s clean energy transition—and how the EU can ensure solar continues to soar.

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In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Jan Osenberg, Head of System Integration at SolarPower Europe, to discuss flexible buildings. Throughout the discussion we dive into what flexible buildings are, why they are important to the energy transition, and what needs to happen at EU and member state level to support the roll out of flexibility services.

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In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Head of Supply Chains, Anett Ludwig, to discuss the EU Solar Charter one year after its inception. What is the EU solar charter and what did it set out to achieve? One year later, what is the state of play? We explore what still needs to happen to ensure Europe's solar manufacturing base can be reshored, strengthening EU strategic autonomy, energy security, and competitiveness.

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Buckle up for 30 minutes of lively commentary, sharp analysis, and unfiltered opinions recorded live from the SolarPower Summit in Brussels. Join SolarPower Europe's Deputy CEO Dries Acke in conversation with a distinguished panel of energy influencers: Beatrice Petrovich, Ember; Tara Connolly, Beyond Fossil Fuels; and Bram Claeys, Regulatory Assistance Project. 

Hear direct from the experts as we ask them:

• What stood out in Executive Vice President Teresa Ribera’s opening speech? 
• What grabbed your attention and sparked your imagination from the sessions throughout the day? 
• What made you stop and think, wait a minute? 
• And most importantly—what are your hot takes? 

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Catch up on the latest EU solar market figures with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast. In just 5 minutes, Leah Le Pénuizic, Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from our recently published paper on Plug-In Solar PV. We dive into what plug-in solar is, and how the technology is advancing in Europe.

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In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Deputy CEO, Dries Acke, to focus in on the Clean Industrial Deal published by the European Commission in February 2025. This new package, along with the Affordable Energy Action Plan and the Omnibus packages, set the direction for the EU's work over the next years. Listen in to hear our key takeaways, what we think is missing and what needs to happen next.

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Catch up on the latest EU solar market figures with this bonus episode of Shine On Policycast. In just 5 minutes, Christophe Lits, Senior Market Analyst at SolarPower Europe, shares five key numbers from our recently published EU Market Outlook for Solar Power. While the report highlights record numbers of solar installed, Christophe explains why the news might not be so bright for the future of solar in Europe.

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In this episode of Shine On Policycast, host Bethany is joined by Policy Advisor for Electrification, Anais Faucher, to take a look back at SolarPower Europe's 6 month chairpersonship of the Electrification Alliance. At a crucial moment in time, welcoming the incoming European Commission, we were proud to drive forward a number of key papers and events that saw electrification put high on the agenda for the incoming mandate. Listen on for insights, and why electrification is so important. 

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