Harnessing Your Rooftop

The Central and Eastern European (CEE) commercial real estate sector is embracing a pivotal shift towards sustainability with the rise of rooftop photovoltaic (PV) systems. In response to mounting energy efficiency demands and decarbonisation goals, rooftop solar solutions are becoming a cornerstone for property owners and tenants, offering environmental, economic, and strategic benefits.

Our newly released report, Harnessing Your Rooftop: A Guide to Photovoltaic Projects in Commercial Buildings in CEE, explores the opportunities and challenges of rooftop solar installations across the CEE region. This comprehensive guide investigates: 

• Regulatory and financial considerations for PV project development. 
• Country-specific insights on energy structures, solar capacity, and incentives in Bulgaria, Czechia, Poland, Romania and Slovakia.
• Strategic benefits of integrating solar energy into commercial real estate, from improving energy efficiency to attracting sustainability-focused tenants. 

Key Insights from Industry Leaders 

While geopolitical instability and economic headwinds have tempered momentum in the green transition, renewable energy remains critical to the region’s future. 

A Growing Solar Market 

Despite obstacles, rooftop PV adoption is accelerating. Poland recently added over 8,000 GWh of solar capacity annually, while Hungary now surpasses the EU average in solar production. EU and national policies aimed at decarbonization are fuelling this growth, creating a wealth of opportunities for property owners to embrace solar solutions. 

Unlocking Potential 

The report highlights practical strategies for overcoming challenges such as high upfront costs, regulatory complexities, and technical feasibility. With tailored guidance for each CEE market, Harnessing Your Rooftop equips stakeholders with the tools to capitalise on the region’s solar energy potential. Download the report now to discover how rooftop PV systems can transform your commercial real estate portfolio while driving the CEE region’s transition towards a greener future.