Longi(SH:601012) 2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-11-13 03:46Core Insights - The article highlights the significant advancements in photovoltaic technology by Longi Green Energy, particularly through the leadership of Chief Scientist Xu Xixiang, who has been recognized with the prestigious William R. Cherry Award, marking a historic achievement for Chinese scientists in the field [1][10]. Group 1: Technological Advancements - Longi Green Energy has made a breakthrough in HIBC battery technology, achieving a world record efficiency of 27.81%, which is 94.6% of the theoretical limit of 29.4% [5][6]. - The company is transitioning from homogeneous price competition to differentiated value creation in the photovoltaic industry, emphasizing the importance of technology as a core driver for reshaping the competitive landscape [1][14]. Group 2: Research and Development Strategies - The R&D team at Longi has adopted a 24/7 research model similar to the semiconductor industry to enhance efficiency and ensure continuous operation of critical equipment [9]. - Longi's R&D strategy focuses on a "wide research, narrow investment" approach, balancing technological innovation with commercial application, ensuring that innovations can quickly translate into market advantages [11][12]. Group 3: Industry Trends and Future Directions - The photovoltaic industry is experiencing a shift from low-level competition to high-quality development, necessitating a focus on technological innovation and differentiation to overcome challenges such as overcapacity and price wars [13][14]. - Future technological advancements will focus on enhancing existing silicon technologies and exploring next-generation tandem solar cell technologies, such as perovskite/silicon structures, to improve efficiency and reliability [15][16].