CMS·2025-11-03 03:05Investment Rating - The investment rating for the industry is "Strongly Recommended" for several key companies, including 阳光电源 (Sungrow Power Supply), 天合光能 (Trina Solar), 科华数据 (Kehua Data), and 盛弘股份 (Sungrow Power Supply) [2][3]. Core Insights - The data center sector is becoming a significant electricity consumer, with an estimated electricity consumption of 142 TWh in 2024, projected to rise to 323 TWh by 2030, accounting for over 8% of total electricity consumption in the U.S. [7][8]. - The integration of energy storage systems in data centers is expected to alleviate grid connection issues, which have become a major bottleneck for the industry, particularly in Texas where connection wait times can reach 11 years [7][9]. - By 2030, the demand for energy storage driven by data centers in the U.S. is estimated to be between 122-245 GWh [7][18]. Industry Overview - The industry consists of 305 listed companies with a total market capitalization of 750.24 billion [3]. - The electricity consumption of data centers has been stable around 3900 TWh over the past decade, with a slight increase expected in 2024 [8]. Key Companies - 阳光电源 (Sungrow Power Supply) is a leading player in the energy storage sector, with significant R&D investments and a strong market presence in various regions [28]. - 天合光能 (Trina Solar) has been actively involved in the energy storage business, targeting a shipment goal of 8 GWh in 2025 [30]. - 科华数据 (Kehua Data) focuses on energy storage solutions and has been recognized as a top supplier in the industry [31]. - 盛弘股份 (Sungrow Power Supply) is noted for its innovative energy storage inverter technology, enhancing system performance and efficiency [34].