行家说储能 7月31日， 国家能源局举行新闻发布会，发布上半年全国能源形势、上半年可再生能源并网运行情况，介绍迎峰度夏电力供需总体情况，发布《中国新型储 能发展报告（2025）》。 《报告》主要包括三部分内容： ▋ 新型储能累计装机222GWh 据新闻发布会相关发言人介绍， 2025年上半年，新型储能保持平稳较快发展态势。从装机规模来看，全国新型储能装机规模达到9491万千瓦/2.22亿千瓦 时，较2024年底增长约29%，新型储能保持平稳较快发展态势。 据国家能源局此前披露的数据， 截至2024年底，全国已建成投运新型储能项目累计装机规模达7376万千瓦/1.68亿千瓦时（73.76GW/168GWh），由此可推出2025年上半年新 型储能新增装机规模为21.15GW/54GWh 。 其中，内蒙古、新疆装机规模超过1000万千瓦，山东、江苏、宁夏装机规模超过500万千瓦。河北、浙江、云南、甘肃、广东、安徽、广西、山西、湖南、 河南、湖北、青海、贵州等13省区装机规模超过200万千瓦。 ▋ 三地占全国新增装机80%以上 一是从政策体系、装机规模、应用场景、技术创新、产业发展、标准体系等方面，系统总结2024年 ...

Core Viewpoint - CATL's performance in the first half of 2025 shows significant growth in battery sales, particularly in the energy storage segment, driven by global clean energy transitions and technological advancements in storage solutions [2][10][11]. Financial Performance - In H1 2025, CATL achieved revenue of 178.886 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 7.27%, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of 27.197 billion yuan, up 35.62% [4]. - The basic earnings per share reached 6.92 yuan, reflecting a growth of 33.08% [4]. Energy Storage Segment - Energy storage battery sales reached approximately 30 GWh in Q2, contributing to a total of about 55 GWh for H1 2025 [3][11]. - Revenue from energy storage systems was 28.4 billion yuan, a slight decline of 1.47% year-on-year, while the gross margin improved to 25.52%, an increase of 1.11% [7][4]. Market Demand and Orders - The energy storage market is experiencing rapid growth due to increased installation of wind and solar power, enhanced flexibility requirements in power systems, and advancements in storage technology [10]. - As of 2025, CATL has publicly disclosed energy storage-related orders totaling 47.6 GWh, primarily from overseas markets [12]. Production Capacity and Utilization - CATL's battery system production capacity was 345 GWh, with a utilization rate of 89.86%, up 13.53 percentage points from 2024 [15]. - The company is expanding its production capabilities both domestically and internationally, including partnerships with Tesla and ongoing projects in Hungary and Spain [16]. Research and Development - In H1 2025, CATL invested 10.095 billion yuan in R&D, marking a year-on-year increase of 17.48% [25]. - The company holds a total of 49,347 patents, with a significant number filed both domestically and internationally [25]. Product Innovations - CATL launched several new energy storage products, including various cell capacities and advanced storage systems designed for different applications [21][22][24].

Core Viewpoint - Recent developments in the energy storage sector have been marked by significant contracts and projects, with a total order capacity nearing 2GWh from three companies, indicating a robust growth trajectory in the industry [1][2]. Group 1: China CRRC - China CRRC announced contracts worth over 300 billion yuan, with approximately 40.3 billion yuan allocated for wind and energy storage equipment [2][3]. - The company has rapidly emerged in the energy storage sector, achieving a 200% year-on-year increase in installed capacity, reaching 12.67GWh in 2024 [4]. - In 2024, China CRRC secured an additional 56.1 billion yuan in orders for wind and solar storage projects [4]. Group 2: Trina Solar - Trina Solar's subsidiary, Trina Storage, successfully shipped a 1.2GWh energy storage system to Chile, marking its entry into the "GWh era" for overseas projects [5]. - The 1.2GWh liquid-cooled storage system will be deployed in the Atacama region of Chile, which is characterized by extreme environmental conditions [7]. - Chile's government plans to invest over $4.3 billion in energy storage projects from 2025 to 2029, with existing systems already accounting for 48% of the 2GW target for 2030 [8][9]. Group 3: Hicharge Energy - Hicharge Energy signed a cooperation agreement for a 720MWh energy storage project in the UK, which is one of the largest storage projects in the country [10][12]. - The project is set to be operational by 2027, with Hicharge providing a 5MWh DC storage system and customized integration solutions [12]. - Hicharge is also expanding its local presence in the UK through strategic partnerships and establishing a service and maintenance network [12][14].

Core Viewpoint - LG Energy Solution (LGES) has signed a $4.3 billion contract for lithium iron phosphate batteries, potentially supplying around 50 GWh, with Tesla as the likely customer, indicating a strategic shift in Tesla's supply chain away from reliance on Chinese suppliers [1][2][3]. Group 1: Contract Details - LGES signed a contract worth 5.9442 trillion KRW (approximately $4.3 billion) with a term from August 2027 to July 2030, with the possibility of a four-year extension [2]. - The contract value is estimated to be about one-fourth of LGES's projected sales for 2024 [2]. - The lithium iron phosphate batteries will be supplied from LGES's factory in Michigan, which is the only production base for this type of battery in North America [2][6]. Group 2: Tesla's Supply Chain Strategy - Tesla's energy business has been heavily reliant on Chinese suppliers, including CATL and BYD, for battery products [3]. - Due to U.S. tariffs on Chinese batteries, Tesla is accelerating the construction of a lithium iron phosphate battery cell manufacturing plant in Nevada, which will initially produce on a small scale [6]. - The potential production capacity gap at Tesla's plant, combined with tariff impacts, may have prompted the shift to LGES for battery supply [6]. Group 3: Competitive Landscape - LGES has a first-mover advantage in the U.S. lithium iron phosphate battery market, as competitors like Samsung SDI and SK On have not yet entered this space [8]. - LGES plans to increase its lithium iron phosphate production capacity in Michigan to 17 GWh by the end of 2025 and over 30 GWh by the end of next year, with large project developers already reserving this capacity [10]. - The recent HR1 legislation in the U.S. strengthens barriers against foreign entities entering the battery market, favoring companies with established domestic production capabilities like LGES [10].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the increasing demand for energy storage solutions driven by the surge in electricity consumption from data centers, with Google making significant investments in long-duration energy storage technologies to meet its clean energy goals by 2030 [1][2][3]. Group 1: Google's Strategic Moves - Google has established a long-term partnership with Energy Dome to deploy carbon dioxide battery technology, marking its first commercial transaction in long-duration energy storage [2][4]. - The collaboration aims to store renewable energy for up to 24 hours, supporting Google's target of achieving 100% clean energy for its data centers by 2030 [3][4]. - Google is also investing directly in Energy Dome to support the development of long-duration energy storage (LDES) technologies and is committed to policy changes to facilitate the deployment of these technologies [4][5]. Group 2: Data Center Energy Demand - The global electricity consumption of data centers is projected to reach 415 TWh in 2024, accounting for 1.5% of global electricity consumption, with an annual growth rate of 12%, expected to double by 2030 [7][10]. - Google's data center electricity usage has surged from 14.4 million MWh in 2020 to 30.8 million MWh in 2024, representing 95.8% of its total electricity consumption, with costs increasing sevenfold since 2014 [4][7]. Group 3: Energy Storage Market Dynamics - The demand for energy storage in data centers is becoming essential, with a projected compound annual growth rate of 76.3%, increasing from 10 GWh in 2024 to approximately 300 GWh by 2030 [10]. - The article notes that the technology landscape is diversifying, with Google betting on carbon dioxide battery technology, while other companies like Tesla and CATL focus on lithium-ion batteries [11][17][18]. Group 4: Technological Innovations - Energy Dome's carbon dioxide battery technology is claimed to outperform lithium-ion batteries in long-duration storage, with a target discharge time of 8-24 hours [13][14]. - Google believes that LDES technology can economically integrate more renewable energy into the power system, potentially saving $540 billion annually by 2040 if deployed at 8 TW globally [14][18].

Core Insights - Multiple companies have recently announced significant collaborations in the energy storage sector, totaling 4.874 GWh of storage orders [1] Group 1: South China Power Grid and Indonesia - South China Power Grid International (Hong Kong) has signed an agreement with Indonesia's state electricity company to jointly research energy storage development in Indonesia, focusing on five key areas: development planning, investment policies, pricing mechanisms, technical solutions, and safety standards [2][4] - This collaboration aims to enhance the efficiency of energy storage projects in Indonesia and accelerate its low-carbon transition, serving as a model for energy storage development in Southeast Asia [4] Group 2: Samsung SDI - Samsung SDI has won 2.574 GWh of energy storage orders by securing six out of eight projects in the first round of public bidding by the South Korean government [5] - The total project capacity is 3.39 GWh across various regions, with an estimated project value of approximately 1 trillion KRW (7.25 million USD, about 51.5 billion RMB) [5] - Samsung SDI's competitive edge in the bidding process was attributed to its advantages in non-price criteria, which accounted for 40% of the evaluation [5][6] Group 3: Fluence and Invenergy - Fluence has partnered with independent power producer Invenergy to construct the Hashknife project in Navajo County, Arizona, which includes 475 MW of solar power and 1.9 GWh of energy storage [7] - The project will be developed in two phases, with the first phase starting in 2024 and expected to be operational by 2026, while the second phase will begin this year and is expected to be operational by 2027 [8] - The project will utilize Fluence's Gridstack and Gridstack Pro lithium-ion storage solutions, with total economic investment projected at 53 million USD [9] Group 4: Tesla - Tesla is currently operating a 185 MW solar plus 400 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Lincoln County, Nevada [10] - In the second quarter of 2025, Tesla deployed 9.6 GWh of battery storage products, with a total deployment of approximately 20 GWh in the first half of the year [11] - Tesla's Shanghai Gigafactory has produced its 1,000th Megapack energy storage system in less than six months, which will be shipped to Europe [11]

Group 1: BYD Energy - BYD Energy signed a strategic cooperation agreement with CCS Wuhan to promote green ship technology standards innovation [2][5] - The collaboration aims to establish a joint laboratory for battery-powered ships, focusing on safety research, technical innovation, and industry standards [5][4] - CCS Wuhan is a key research institution responsible for drafting China's new energy ship regulations and participating in global maritime rules [4] Group 2: BOE Energy - BOE Energy, Chengdu High-tech Development, and Sichuan Chuan Investment Energy signed a strategic cooperation agreement to develop commercial energy storage [6][7] - The initial focus will be on new electrochemical storage and virtual power plant projects in Sichuan, enhancing energy supply stability and reducing electricity costs [10] - The project aims to support the construction of a zero-carbon park in Chengdu and address peak electricity demand challenges [10]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the strategic partnership between SUNOTEC and Sungrow to deploy a 2.4GWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in various solar projects across Europe, indicating a significant move towards integrating energy storage solutions in renewable energy infrastructure [1][2][4]. Group 1: Partnership and Project Details - SUNOTEC has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Sungrow to deploy a total of 2.4GWh of battery storage systems in Europe [1][2]. - The projects will utilize Sungrow's PowerTitan 2.0 battery storage system along with the SG350HX-20 string inverter and MVS for the solar-storage projects [2]. - SUNOTEC holds approximately 11% market share in the construction of large photovoltaic power plants and battery storage systems [4]. Group 2: Market Trends and Financial Insights - Since 2025, Sungrow has announced a total of 39.642GWh in battery storage orders [5]. - Bulgaria is projected to see a significant increase in energy storage capacity, with an expected installation of 8-10GWh by 2025, representing a growth of 5233% [10]. - The RESTORE plan, funded by the EU recovery and resilience framework, aims to enhance the share of wind and solar energy in Bulgaria's power structure [12]. - The Bulgarian energy market offers a lucrative annual revenue of €170/MWh for storage, with system costs at €60/MWh, resulting in a net profit margin of 183% [15][17].

Core Viewpoint - The current surge in energy storage cell prices is driven by rising raw material costs and strong downstream demand, indicating a structural imbalance in supply and demand [23][24]. Price Trends - As of July 24, the price of battery-grade lithium carbonate reached 70,450 yuan/ton, marking a 17% increase from the low point on June 23 [1][2]. - Lithium carbonate futures also saw a significant rise, with prices exceeding 77,000 yuan/ton, the highest since mid-March [2]. - The average price of 280Ah energy storage cells has fluctuated, with a recent recovery to 0.3 yuan/Wh after dipping to 0.299 yuan/Wh [6][9]. Market Dynamics - The energy storage cell market is experiencing a supply shortage, with some manufacturers notifying price increases of 5-15% for new orders, reflecting the latest raw material costs [9][10]. - The price adjustments are primarily aimed at new contracts, while existing contracts remain stable, indicating a focus on maintaining contractual obligations [9][10]. - The surge in energy storage cell prices is seen as a necessary correction following a period of significant overcapacity in the market [10][12]. Policy Impact - Recent policy changes, including the revision of the Price Law, are expected to influence market dynamics and support price increases across various sectors, including energy storage [1][10]. - The ongoing "supply-side reform" is facilitating the exit of inefficient production capacities, thereby optimizing supply structures [10][12]. Future Outlook - Predictions suggest that energy storage cell prices may maintain a low level with potential for slight increases in the second half of 2025, driven by ongoing demand and cost pressures [17][18]. - The energy storage system prices are expected to follow the trends of cell prices, albeit with a lag, and will likely experience moderate increases [17][18]. - The market is anticipated to shift from a price war to a value-driven competition, emphasizing quality over low-cost strategies [19][22][24]. Competitive Landscape - Smaller system integrators may face challenges due to rising costs, while larger firms with robust supply chains and quality-focused strategies are likely to thrive [19][20]. - Companies that can innovate and maintain a complete technology chain from cell production to system integration will gain a competitive edge [20][21]. - The industry is moving towards a more rational pricing strategy, with calls for sustainable pricing mechanisms to avoid detrimental low-cost bidding practices [21][22].

Group 1 - The meeting between Chinese Premier Li Qiang and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted the potential for cooperation in service trade, technological innovation, green economy, and third-party collaboration between China and Europe [1] - A joint statement on climate change emphasized the importance of energy storage in the context of rapid global renewable energy development, with a significant representation of energy storage and new energy companies from China at the meeting [3][4] - The European storage market is at a critical transformation period, with plans for a "European Grid Package" and "Storage Action Plan" to be launched by the European Commission by Q4 2025, aiming to coordinate member states and establish a unified storage revenue mechanism [8] Group 2 - The European Union aims to increase battery storage capacity tenfold by 2030 to support renewable energy growth, with current capacity just over 50 GWh [10] - Companies like CATL, Trina Solar, Goldwind, and others are actively expanding their presence in the European storage market, indicating a strategic focus on energy storage solutions [11][12] - CATL has made significant investments in Europe, with a total investment of approximately €13.2 billion (around 108.3 billion RMB) across multiple projects, emphasizing its commitment to the European market [17] Group 3 - Trina Solar has secured a 30 MW/60 MWh storage order in Eastern Europe, with plans for significant capacity deployment in the region over the next few years [19][20] - Goldwind has been expanding its storage business in Europe, achieving certifications for its products and establishing a local service team to support project operations [21][23] - Chint Group is leveraging its solar energy expertise to create a comprehensive ecosystem for energy storage and trading, with plans to showcase new products at renewable energy exhibitions in Europe [24][25] Group 4 - Mingyang Smart Energy has developed advanced storage systems and is exploring partnerships in Europe, particularly in offshore wind energy [27][29] - The European storage market is projected to see a 15% increase in new battery installations in 2024, with expectations of a 36% growth in 2025 [9]