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3 days ago
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Driving green change: Astronergy solar panels energize Australian site
HANGZHOU, China, June 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Astronergy, a globally renowned PV module supplier, has partnered with Australian renewable energy provider DS Energy to deliver a 437.95kW rooftop solar system for Holy Cross Laundry, a respected Queensland-based social enterprise committed to sustainable operations. Installed on the facility's rooftop, the system features Astronergy's high-efficiency ASTRO N series solar modules. It is expected to significantly reduce electricity costs and carbon emissions, providing a reliable clean energy source to support the organization's day-to-day services while advancing its broader environmental goals. "We are proud to contribute to a project that blends innovation with purpose," said Lin He, Head of International Sales at Astronergy. "Our technology is helping Holy Cross Laundry reduce its carbon footprint while enhancing energy resilience — a model we aim to replicate across Australia's commercial and industrial sectors." This project is part of Astronergy's broader contribution to Australia's renewable energy growth. Beyond rooftop installations, the company's high-performance modules have been widely adopted in utility-scale projects across the country. Notable examples include the Walla Walla Solar Farm (355 MW), Hillston Solar Farm (119 MW), Yatpool Solar Farm (106 MW), and Goonumbla Solar Farm (69.75 MW), each playing a vital role in reducing carbon emissions and supporting regional energy needs. At the heart of these successes lies Astronergy's continuous evolution of its TOPCon solar cell and module technologies. Building on years of research and manufacturing experience, the company unveiled its next-generation TOPCon 5.0 technology at Intersolar Europe 2025, offering even higher efficiency, enhanced reliability, and improved temperature coefficients — key performance factors in maximizing energy yield across diverse environments. With manufacturing facilities across Asia and Europe and a presence in over 140 countries, Astronergy maintains a flexible and robust global supply chain. Its ability to deliver consistent quality and rapid deployment makes it a trusted partner in accelerating the clean energy transition, not only in Australia but worldwide. "Our mission is to drive a cleaner, more resilient future through advanced solar technologies," said Dr. Lu Chuan, CEO of Astronergy. "The Holy Cross Laundry project is a small-scale example of how we're putting that mission into action — delivering real impact for real people." View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Astronergy Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
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Driving green change: Astronergy solar panels energize Australian site
HANGZHOU, China, June 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Astronergy, a globally renowned PV module supplier, has partnered with Australian renewable energy provider DS Energy to deliver a 437.95kW rooftop solar system for Holy Cross Laundry, a respected Queensland-based social enterprise committed to sustainable operations. Installed on the facility's rooftop, the system features Astronergy's high-efficiency ASTRO N series solar modules. It is expected to significantly reduce electricity costs and carbon emissions, providing a reliable clean energy source to support the organization's day-to-day services while advancing its broader environmental goals. "We are proud to contribute to a project that blends innovation with purpose," said Lin He, Head of International Sales at Astronergy. "Our technology is helping Holy Cross Laundry reduce its carbon footprint while enhancing energy resilience — a model we aim to replicate across Australia's commercial and industrial sectors." This project is part of Astronergy's broader contribution to Australia's renewable energy growth. Beyond rooftop installations, the company's high-performance modules have been widely adopted in utility-scale projects across the country. Notable examples include the Walla Walla Solar Farm (355 MW), Hillston Solar Farm (119 MW), Yatpool Solar Farm (106 MW), and Goonumbla Solar Farm (69.75 MW), each playing a vital role in reducing carbon emissions and supporting regional energy needs. At the heart of these successes lies Astronergy's continuous evolution of its TOPCon solar cell and module technologies. Building on years of research and manufacturing experience, the company unveiled its next-generation TOPCon 5.0 technology at Intersolar Europe 2025, offering even higher efficiency, enhanced reliability, and improved temperature coefficients — key performance factors in maximizing energy yield across diverse environments. With manufacturing facilities across Asia and Europe and a presence in over 140 countries, Astronergy maintains a flexible and robust global supply chain. Its ability to deliver consistent quality and rapid deployment makes it a trusted partner in accelerating the clean energy transition, not only in Australia but worldwide. "Our mission is to drive a cleaner, more resilient future through advanced solar technologies," said Dr. Lu Chuan, CEO of Astronergy. "The Holy Cross Laundry project is a small-scale example of how we're putting that mission into action — delivering real impact for real people." View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Astronergy
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24-05-2025
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Lu Chuan on U.S.-China Tensions, New Projects ‘Puffer Fish Girl' and ‘You Are My Daughter,' Plus ‘Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park' Doc (EXCLUSIVE)
Chinese filmmaker Lu Chuan is feeling the strain of deteriorating U.S.-China relations on his latest project, a cross-border custody drama titled 'You Are My Daughter' based on the real-life case of Anna Mae He, a Chinese girl whose custody battle between her biological parents and white foster parents lasted seven years. 'In the beginning, that project goes very smoothly, but all of a sudden, you know, there's a lot of conflicts between these two countries,' Lu Chuan tells Variety during the Cannes Film Festival, where he was promoting his wildlife documentary about the Tibetan Plateau. 'You need all the connection between the two film industries, and cooperation. The situation is really hard now.' More from Variety Iranian Director Saeed Roustayee on Making 'Woman and Child' With a Government Permit and Hijabs: I Wouldn't 'Have Been Able to Make a Film of This Scale Underground' Elle Fanning Declares 'Joachim Trier Summer' at Cannes Amid 'Sentimental Value' Raves, Says She's 'Grown in My Autonomy and Speaking Up' as an Actor 'The Six Billion Dollar Man' Review: Straight-Ahead Julian Assange Doc Looks Pessimistically Toward a Post-Truth World The director of acclaimed films including 'Mountain Patrol' (2004), 'City of Life and Death' (2009), and 'The Missing Gun' (2002), Lu Chuan has completed the script for 'You Are My Daughter,' which follows two Chinese international students who have a baby in the U.S. but become embroiled in an eight-year lawsuit. The film is based on the book 'Go Home' by Luo Qin, the mother who lived through the real custody battle. 'There's a lawsuit between the Chinese family and the local American family. They're fighting for the baby,' Lu Chuan explains. 'I think there's a lot of misunderstanding between people from two nations. We need to have more communication, more cultural exchange. The movies are the best way to help people understand each other.' Despite the challenges, Lu Chuan remains committed to 'You Are My Daughter' and is seeking an English-language writer to collaborate on an international version. He's even turned to AI technology as a starting point, using Grok and ChatGPT to create a first draft English adaptation. Beyond 'You Are My Daughter,' Lu Chuan is developing 'Puffer Fish Girl,' a crime drama that marks a return to his character-driven roots reminiscent of 'Mountain Patrol.' 'It's not a big sci-fi movie. It's not an action movie,' he says of the project, which explores the relationship between a middle-aged man and a girl. 'I'm trying to explore human nature and the relationship between man and woman.' The filmmaker is also working on an international version of his 2023 sci-fi film 'Bureau 749,' with plans to make it 'more character driven' for global audiences after receiving feedback from international friends through private screenings. 'Sometimes it's really hard for [international audiences] to understand a Chinese story,' Lu Chuan acknowledges. 'I spent quite a long time to digest all the notes. I think most of them are fabulous, so I think it's very necessary for me to polish the content.' The film is being sold by All Rights Entertainment. Lu Chuan has also directed the iQIYI series 'A Life For a Life,' adapted by Xiong Yuzhen from the novel by Shi Yifeng. The 1992-set series follows two mechanical repairmen detained on theft charges who become prime suspects in a gruesome dismemberment case at a machinery factory in Tiandu City. The story spans 20 years as survivors work to clear one suspect's name and uncover the real culprit. At Cannes, Lu Chuan was screening 'Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park,' his wildlife documentary about scientists working to protect animals in the Tibetan Plateau's Xining Wildlife Zoo – a two-year passion project that aligns with his environmental interests. Looking ahead, the director reveals his desire to explore new genres, particularly horror films and road movies. He cites 'Misery' and Stanley Kubrick's 'The Shining' as inspirations, noting that 'Puffer Fish Girl' incorporates horror elements. Lu Chuan is also developing a road movie script about a couple traveling to the woman's hometown for a wedding ceremony, but the woman has lost her memory. The psychological thriller follows a doctor trying to help her recover her past, only to uncover disturbing secrets. When asked about his filmmaking philosophy, Lu Chuan offers a surprisingly existential response rooted in childhood fears about mortality. 'I should say the fear of death,' he says. 'When I was maybe 13 or 14 years old, one day at midnight, I suddenly realized all people will die. I was so scared. The curiosity about the truth of life and death – this kind of thought is maybe the true motivation for me to explore in the journey of movies.' This philosophical approach has guided his choice of projects, with Lu Chuan selecting stories he can personally relate to, including 'Bureau 749,' which was inspired by his son's wish to fly away from academic pressures. 'Unfortunately, most kids, the wings in their heart have been cut off when they grow up,' Lu Chuan reflects. 'They become very practical, very realistic, thinking about money, living, food, and payment. I'm trying to encourage myself to still have the freedom to fly freely.' 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20-05-2025
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Cannes Premiere: Lenovo Shines Spotlight on Chinese Wildlife Conservation Innovation with Lu Chuan's Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park
CANNES, France, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lenovo Group and renowned Chinese film director Lu Chuan today premiered the documentary Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. Highlighting China's innovation in wildlife conservation, the documentary showcases the beauty of plateau wildlife and the unique approach to conservation rooted in traditional Eastern wisdom. Upon its debut, the film received unanimous acclaim at Cannes. Alongside the screening, a seminar was held exploring the importance of wildlife documentaries in raising awareness for environmental issues. The seminar brought together environmental advocates, filmmakers, and technology specialists from around the world to engage in discussions about the film's portrayal of China's pioneering wildlife conservation practices at the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park (QWP) known as the QWP Model. Among the attendees was Greg Reitman, widely regarded as Hollywood's "Green Filmmaker", stating: "My filmmaking is fueled by a passion for spotlighting environmental issues and driving positive change. The film Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park has inspired me -- AI serves as a bridge, enabling us to monitor wildlife non-invasively and guiding us toward a future of living in harmony with all beings through respect and protection." The QWP Model focuses on providing comprehensive care for injured wildlife, using technology to assess their potential for survival in the wild, and prioritizing their reintroduction to natural habitats. The distinct conservation philosophy stems from local beliefs in the cycle of reincarnation, where all spirits - humans, animals, and plants - can be reborn as another, making all life forms equal and deserving of the same respect and care. By integrating cutting-edge AI into the park's operations, Lenovo has built the first AI Park on the plateau, transforming how conservationists research, rescue, and rehabilitate wildlife on the plateau. Key applications include using AI to recognize indicative wildlife behaviors for advanced care, to collect and analyze real-time data for improved reintroduction strategies, and to automatically document medical records for long-term research. More than a cinematic triumph, Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park's Cannes debut shows how Chinese conservation philosophies, powered by Lenovo AI, offer a unique solution to global ecological challenges. As part of Lenovo's commitment to 'Smarter AI for All', this collaboration strives to utilize AI to build a more sustainable coexistence between humans and nature. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Lenovo Sign in to access your portfolio
