Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the significant changes in the energy storage technology landscape during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, highlighting the decline of pumped storage's share below 40% and the rapid growth of new energy storage technologies, particularly lithium batteries [3]. Group 1: Energy Storage Capacity and Standards - By the end of 2025, China's cumulative installed capacity for energy storage is projected to reach 213.3 GW, with pumped storage accounting for 31.3% and lithium battery storage exceeding two-thirds of the total [3]. - In 2025, over 40 national, industry, and local standards related to energy storage were published, covering various aspects such as planning, design, equipment testing, grid operation, and safety [4]. Group 2: Safety Standards and Regulations - The implementation of the mandatory national standard GB 44240 for lithium-ion batteries in energy storage systems, effective from August 1, 2025, marks a shift from recommended to mandatory safety requirements, including over 20 stringent tests [6]. - The new national standard GB/T 51048-2025 for the design of electrochemical energy storage stations, effective from April 1, 2026, incorporates new technologies like sodium batteries and hydrogen fuel cells, addressing safety concerns encountered over the past decade [7]. Group 3: Proactive Safety Measures - The focus on safety in the energy storage sector is shifting from reactive measures to proactive prevention, with the introduction of the first fire monitoring and early warning standard GB/T 46261-2025, effective from September 1, 2026 [9]. - International standards such as NFPA 855 and CSA/ANSI C800-2025 have also been updated to emphasize proactive safety management and large-scale fire testing requirements [10]. Group 4: Carbon Footprint Standards - The establishment of carbon footprint accounting standards for energy storage systems is underway, with the publication of GB/T 24067-2024, which lays the foundation for quantifying the carbon footprint of lithium-ion batteries [11]. - Various specialized carbon footprint standards for energy storage are being developed, with the aim of achieving 100 standards by 2027 and 200 by 2030 [12]. Group 5: Future Directions - The year 2025 is highlighted as a pivotal year for standardization in the energy storage sector, with key safety standards providing essential guidance for the industry's safe development [14]. - Continuous efforts in standardization are necessary to support the healthy development of the energy storage industry and facilitate China's energy structure transformation and green low-carbon development [14].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the inclusion of two standards related to sodium-ion and lithium-ion batteries in the 2024 group standard application promotion list by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, which is expected to promote the development and safety of the energy storage industry in China [1][2][3]. Group 1: Sodium-Ion Battery Standard - The standard T/CNESA 1006-2021 for sodium-ion batteries fills a gap in domestic standards and supports the healthy development of the sodium-ion battery industry, facilitating its application in energy storage, electric vehicles, and smart grids [2]. - Sodium-ion batteries are characterized by abundant resources, low costs, and high safety, positioning them as a significant complement and potential alternative to lithium-ion batteries [2]. - From 2023 to 2024, the Saisi Laboratory has conducted performance and lifespan assessments on 54 models based on this standard, promoting the standardization of sodium-ion batteries and similar products in China [2]. Group 2: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Standard - The standard T/CNESA 1007-2023 for lithium-ion battery systems focuses on fire spread testing methods, aiming to ensure the safety and performance of energy storage systems under various conditions [3][4]. - This standard is based on the American standard UL 9540A: 2019 and provides a scientific basis for assessing the fire spread characteristics of lithium-ion battery systems, which is crucial for the design and optimization of these systems [3][4]. - The implementation of this standard is expected to enhance the safety of energy storage systems and reduce the risks of fires and explosions caused by thermal runaway in batteries [4]. Group 3: Alliance Overview - The Zhongguancun Energy Storage Industry Technology Alliance, established in 2010, focuses on building a collaborative innovation service platform for the energy storage industry, covering research, policy promotion, communication, standardization, and financial services [5]. - The Alliance has published 23 group standards and is in the process of drafting 31 additional standards, contributing to the standardization and regulation of the energy storage industry [6].

Core Points - The 13th International Energy Storage Summit and Exhibition (ESIE 2025) will be held from April 10-12, 2025, at the Capital International Exhibition Center in Beijing, featuring over 800 exhibitors and 4,000 industry chain enterprises [1][14] - The event will include more than 40 thematic forums focusing on key industry topics such as policy interpretation, market analysis, energy storage applications, technology discussions, standards, and overseas markets [1][14] Event Schedule - The event will kick off with a grand opening ceremony and a series of high-level forums, including the main forum of ESIE 2025 and the 8th Frontier Technology Conference [11][12] - The agenda includes various sessions on energy storage safety and standards, with expert discussions on topics like fire safety, battery thermal runaway, and emergency management [4][5][6][7] - A roundtable discussion on how artificial intelligence can enhance energy storage safety is also scheduled [5] Participation and Audience - The exhibition is expected to attract over 200,000 professional visitors, with more than 500 new product launches planned [14] - Key policymakers, industry leaders, and over 100 international cooperation units will participate to explore new opportunities in energy storage development [14] Additional Activities - Pre-event activities include a low-carbon charity run and closed-door meetings for industry leaders [11] - The event will also feature a welcome dinner and anniversary celebrations for the China Energy Storage Alliance (CNESA) [11]