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- Korea Herald
Sungrow Supports AGL in Advancing Agrivoltaics in Australia, Setting a Benchmark for Sustainable Farming
SYDNEY, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As the agricultural sector embraces clean energy to enhance sustainability and resilience, Sungrow has collaborated with renowned energy provider AGL Energy to power the Kerarbury almond farm in Griffith, New South Wales. By integrating state-of-the-art storage technology with solar energy, the project marks a significant step toward reducing reliance on fossil fuels while ensuring a stable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy supply for local farms. This project is equipped with Sungrow's leading-edge solutions, featuring the SG4950HV-MV PCS and PowerTitan Liquid-cooled energy storage system (ST2293UX battery units), seamlessly integrated with over 10,000 solar panels. It has a total installed capacity of 5.99 MW and generates approximately 14,000 MWh of clean electricity annually. This transition is expected to cut 7,500 metric tons of CO₂ emissions per year, significantly decreasing the agricultural sector's dependence on traditional, non-renewable energy sources. Agriculture plays a vital role in Australia's economy, yet rising energy costs and environmental concerns pose increasing challenges. By leveraging Sungrow's advanced Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) technology, the project achieves an estimated 83% renewable energy penetration rate, enabling farm operators to lower operational costs, stabilize energy supply, and increase profitability. This initiative highlights the potential of agrivoltaics in transforming farming operations, ensuring long-term economic and environmental benefits. " At AGL, we're proud to support forward-thinking initiatives like the Kerarbury almond farm project that bring together clean energy innovation and agricultural resilience," said Brendan Weinert, Head of Sustainable Business Energy Solutions at AGL Energy. " Partnering with Sungrow to integrate storage solutions is a powerful example of how the energy and farming sectors can work together to drive meaningful emissions reductions, improve energy reliability, lower costs, and build a more sustainable future for regional communities," Mr. Weinert added. Joe Zhou, Country Director of Sungrow Australia, stated: " This project demonstrates how renewable energy can transform agriculture. By working with AGL, we are enabling farmers to harness clean energy reliably and cost-effectively while contributing to a more sustainable future." Projects like this highlight Sungrow's commitment to advancing solar and storage technology, ensuring diverse industries and communities have access to reliable, clean energy. About AGL AGL Energy is one of Australia's leading integrated energy companies, providing electricity, natural gas, and renewable energy solutions to over 4.2 million customers while spearheading the country's clean energy transition. About Sungrow Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 28 years. As of December 2024, Sungrow had installed 740 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The Company is recognized as the world's No. 1 on PV inverter shipments (S&P Global Commodity Insights) and the world's most bankable energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects across the globe, supported by a network of 520 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experience. At Sungrow, we're committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service. For more information, please visit:
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
AGL and Risen Energy Empowers Australia's First HJT Solar Farm at Canally
NINGBO, China, May 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant stride for renewable energy in Australia, AGL Energy, the country's largest electricity generator, has accomplished the installation of modules at Canally Solar Farm, the nation's first utility-scale solar project utilizing Heterojunction (HJT) technology. Risen Energy, the world's largest producer of HJT modules, proudly announces its role as the PV module supplier for the project. Notably, the pioneering project commenced operations towards late 2024 within the expansive Canally Almond Orchard in New South Wales. The Canally Solar Farm represents a major leap forward with its deployment of Risen Energy's HJT Hyper-ion Module, RSM110-8-580BHDG. Approximately 11,000 panels have been installed as part of this groundbreaking initiative. These high-performance modules deliver an output power of 580Wp and are designed to operate efficiently within a temperature range of -40 to 85 degrees Celsius, addressing the prevalent heat risks in the country. Risen Energy's HJT modules boast a remarkable degradation rate of 0.3% per year, along with an impressive temperature co-efficient as low as -0.24%/℃, guaranteeing enhanced yield and returns for renewable projects. Risen Energy's technology choice underscores a strategic shift towards more sustainable and efficient energy solutions capable of withstanding harsh environmental conditions. The use of HJT technology is expected to set new standards in the industry and foster wider adoption across other regions. "It's another milestone for us to elevate the HJT technology to a broader platform. We aspire to revolutionize solar energy utilization in Australia and globally, reshaping industry benchmarks. Our mission is to enhance the energy structure through technological innovation and improve the quality of life for people everywhere," stated Bryan Qin, Sales Director at Risen Energy Australia. As forecasted by AGL, combined with a 5MWh battery system, the project will significantly cut the Canally Almond Orchard's diesel consumption by 85%, leading to a reduction of approximately 10,900 tonnes of Scope 1 CO2-e emissions per year. This reduction is equivalent to taking more than 3,000 cars off the roads annually. "The completion of module installation at Canally Solar Farm marks a key milestone in AGL's commitment to investing in innovative and sustainable energy solutions," said Brendan Weinert, Head of Sustainable Business Energy Solutions at AGL Energy. "Partnering with Risen Energy and integrating HJT technology into this project allows us to push the boundaries of performance and efficiency, while delivering meaningful environmental benefits for our customer operations and the broader community. We're excited about the role Canally will play in shaping the future of renewable energy in Australia." The success of Canally Solar Farm provides both motivation and validation for future HJT PV projects in Australia and worldwide. Looking ahead, Risen Energy continues its dedication towards technological innovation aimed at optimizing module efficiency further aiding global efforts toward an energy transition. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Risen Energy Co., Ltd
