Energy Storage News
4 February 2026
Standalone solar no longer enough in Europe as storage takes centre stage
Why It Matters for ITAD
Market movements like this can signal shifts in demand for ITAD services. New technologies may create opportunities or challenges for equipment processing.
“Standalone solar is not dead, but it is challenging,” said Pierre Bartholin, head of power hedging at investor Nuveen Infrastructure, opening the debate at Solar Media’s Solar Finance Investment Europe (SFIE) conference in London on the future of co-located battery storage.
Key Takeaways
- • Standalone solar no longer enough in Europe as storage takes centre stage.
