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Sungrow Identifies 10 Key Technological Trends Driving Solar and Energy Storage Innovation

Dr. David Zhao, Senior Vice President of Sungrow, outlined 10 major technological trends shaping the solar and energy storage sector to address challenges such as supply chain security, grid stability, and cost management.

1. High Density & High Efficiency – The use of Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Gallium Nitride (GaN) in PV inverters enhances power density and efficiency.
2. High-Voltage & High-Power Systems – 2000V DC PV systems reduce Balance of System (BOS) costs, improving efficiency.
3. Grid Forming – Technologies such as flexible inertia support and black-start capabilities ensure grid stability in high-renewable penetration scenarios.
4. Digitalization & AI – AI-powered battery management systems (BMS) optimize performance, improving safety and operational efficiency.
5. Secure & Reliable Systems – 30-year lifespan inverters, modular designs, and real-world burn tests improve system durability.
6. Topology Innovation – Solid-State Transformers (SST) boost power conversion efficiency, achieving up to 98.5?ficiency.
7. High-Precision Simulation – Advanced simulation models reduce development time and costs for PV, wind, and storage systems.
8. Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) – Distributed solar and storage integration into a single dispatchable grid entity enhances energy optimization.
9. Source-Grid-Load-Storage-Carbon Integration – Multi-energy microgrids will drive the next phase of large-scale clean energy adoption.
10. Green Hydrogen, Ammonia & Methanol – Renewable hydrogen production and synthetic fuels will play a critical role in decarbonization.

Dr. Zhao emphasized Sungrow’s commitment to advancing these trends, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable energy innovation.