Core Viewpoint - Chengdu is initiating the 2024 energy storage project operation subsidy application to encourage energy storage development and assist in peak shaving, emergency backup, and overall energy system optimization [2][3]. Summary by Sections Project Eligibility and Requirements - The subsidy application is open for newly operational energy storage projects (excluding pumped storage) established since 2023, with a minimum installed capacity of 100 kW and an annual utilization of at least 600 hours. Independent storage projects must achieve a minimum of 250 full charge-discharge cycles per year [5][6]. Support Standards - Subsidies will be provided based on the actual discharge amount of energy storage facilities at a rate of 0.3 yuan per kWh. The maximum annual subsidy amounts are as follows: - For projects with installed capacity below 50,000 kW: up to 5 million yuan - For projects with installed capacity between 50,000 kW and 100,000 kW: up to 8 million yuan - For projects with installed capacity above 100,000 kW: up to 10 million yuan [6]. Application Materials - Required application materials include: 1. Application form for Chengdu energy storage project operation subsidy 2. Project application report 3. Project approval documents and land use permits 4. Business licenses and identification documents 5. Information on other funding support received or applied for 6. Integrity commitment letter from the enterprise 7. Contracts or lease agreements if the project investment entity differs from the construction entity [7]. Application Procedure - The application process involves: 1. Enterprises preparing necessary documents and verifying with the power supply company before submitting via the "Tianfu Rongyixiang" platform by October 15, 2025 2. Local energy departments and power companies conducting preliminary reviews and submitting results by October 30, 2025 3. The Chengdu Economic and Information Bureau organizing the final review and fund disbursement [9][10]. Application Requirements - Applicants must be legally operating enterprises without major safety or environmental incidents and must comply with relevant laws and regulations. Local energy departments are responsible for guiding eligible enterprises in the application process and ensuring the authenticity of submitted materials [11][12].