Core Viewpoint - The collaboration between Penghui Energy and Sichuan Zhongfu marks a significant advancement in the aluminum industry with the launch of a large-scale user-side energy storage project, aiming to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions through innovative technology [2][3]. Group 1: Project Overview - The first phase of the energy storage project has a scale exceeding 100MW/400MWh, located in the Yuanjiaba Industrial Park of Guangyuan Economic and Technological Development Zone, Sichuan [2]. - The project is set to expand to 400MW/1000MWh in the second phase, with an expected completion date of November 30, 2025, and the first unit is planned to be operational by September 30, 2025 [2]. - The total construction period is estimated to be 120 days [2]. Group 2: Technological Innovation - The project will implement a new technology in the aluminum industry, known as electrochemical energy storage direct current access technology, in collaboration with Sichuan Zhongfu Technology Development Co., Ltd [3]. - This technology will integrate photovoltaic systems to create a "light + storage coupling" direct supply system, significantly reducing energy loss and improving economic efficiency [3]. - The initiative aims to innovate and upgrade energy-saving and carbon-reduction technologies within the aluminum industry [3]. Group 3: Related Developments - Penghui Energy is also involved in a battery storage project in Qingdao, Shandong, with a total investment of 13 billion yuan, which is nearing trial production [5]. - The National Energy Administration projects that new energy storage installations will reach 94.91GW/222GWh in the first half of 2025, representing an approximate 29% increase compared to the end of 2024 [5]. - New operational revenue calculation methods for user-side energy storage in Sichuan are set to be released in 2025 [5].