Guan Weiyong, president of the Shanghai Federation of Industrial Economics, speaks at the opening ceremony of the 17th (2024) International Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation and Smart Energy Exhibition in Shanghai on June 13. [Photo/WeChat account: Shanghai Federation of Industrial Economics]

The 17th International Solar Photovoltaic Power Generation and Smart Energy Exhibition, known as SNEC PV+, took place at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai from June 13 to 15, showcasing the rapid integration of wind, solar, hydrogen, and energy storage (WSHES) technologies.

This global event, with an exhibition space that spans an impressive 380,000 square meters, was addressed by Guan Weiyong, president of the Shanghai Federation of Industrial Economics, and Pei Qi, executive vice president of the federation. It brought together over 3,600 exhibitors from 95 countries.

Guan emphasized the importance of collaboration in advancing the renewable energy sector, saying, "This exhibition provides a vital platform for fostering full-chain cooperation, promoting technological exchanges, and driving the high-quality development of the renewable energy industry."

Technological innovation and cost efficiency were key themes at SNEC 2024. TCL Photovoltaic Technology showcased its innovative residential and commercial energy storage solutions, which blend traditional aesthetics with modern functionality. Their offerings included overseas smart home energy solutions, comprehensive lifecycle operation and maintenance services, and AI interactive experiences.

TCL's commercial energy storage solutions have gained significant traction recently, with over 130 projects signed by April 2024, involving a total of nearly 1.2GW.

At the event, Jiangsu Linyang Energy highlighted advanced storage solutions as critical for balancing the intermittency of renewable energy sources.

Zeng Fanpeng, chief engineer of Linyang Energy, emphasized the importance of comprehensive integration of wind, solar, hydrogen and energy storage technologies in order to create a sustainable energy sector.

The exhibition also spotlighted the global expansion strategies of Chinese renewable energy companies, particularly in regions such as the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.

Ouyang Hu, founder of a Hangzhou-based renewable energy company, underscored the vast market potential in the Middle East and the significance of technological advancements in seizing new opportunities.

After conducting market research in Africa and Saudi Arabia in April, Ouyang identified Saudi Arabia as a key market, where he said, "the potential is immense."

Sources: "Shanghai Federation of Industrial Economics" WeChat account, cs.com.cn, xhby.net