Our technologies
We represent solar heat technologies, dedicated to the production of renewable heat. With a legacy of continuous innovation and proven performance, our EU-made technologies drive the decarbonisation of the largest share of energy consumed: Heat.
Heat is Half
The decarbonisation of the heating and cooling sector is imperative for reaching Europe’s net-zero targets, providing energy security, and boosting industrial competitiveness.
Our applications
Browse our different market segments!
Our applications range from small-scale systems serving residential and tertiary buildings to large-scale installations supplying entire cities or industrial facilities. Solar heat solutions can be tailored to meet diverse needs across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, offering sustainable alternatives for heating water, space, and industrial processes.
Over 10 million rooftops in Europe are equipped with solar heat systems… Read more
Hundreds of district heating networks in Europe are already enjoying solar… Read more
Latest news
Discover our association’s recent activities, relevant EU policy developments for renewable heating and cooling technologies, and insights into the European solar thermal market.
Press Release: The Electrification Action Plan is a step in the right direction, but more clean technologies will be needed to reach climate neutrality
Brussels, 17 July 2026 While Solar Heat Europe acknowledges the reference the Electrification Action Plan
Analysis of National Building Renovation Plans and the solar mandate
By 31 December 2025, Member States should have submitted their National Building Renovation Plans, as required
Solar Heat Europe’s contribution to the upcoming IF26 Heat Auction
Solar Heat Europe contributed to the public consultation on the upcoming IF26 Heat Auction, a
Upcoming events
Stay tuned on our Solar Heat Agenda!
ISES, the International Solar Energy Society and IEA SHC, the IEA Solar Heating and Cooling Programme are pleased to...
SolarHub project in collaboration with the Federation of Industries of Greece (SBE), a member of the...
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There are 42 members in our network, including suppliers, manufacturers, project developers, research institutes and national associations.
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Our members are from 16 different countries across Europe, all committed to providing citizens with clean, reliable and affordable heat.
30+
Solar Heat Europe celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2022, marking more than three decades of European action.
Solar Thermal
Non-Concentrated
These technologies harness the sun's free energy to generate direct renewable heat in the form of hot water or steam.
Solar hybrid - PVT
Photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) is a hybrid technology that combines both renewable power and heat generation.
Solar Thermal
Concentrated
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Energy storage
Solar thermal systems inherently include thermal storage, ensuring continuous availability of thermal energy even when sunlight is not present.