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At the globally renowned solar event, Intersolar Europe 2024, held from June 19-21 in Munich, Germany, Xiamen C&D Emerging Energy showcased its exceptional innovation and extensive industry experience. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Xiamen C&D Corporation Limited, Xiamen C&D Emerging Energy actively responds to the national "Going Global" strategy, collaborating with partners to explore the future of green energy. Intersolar Europe, the world's leading solar industry exhibition, brings together over 1,370 exhibitors from around the globe to discuss the latest in photovoltaic technology, energy storage systems, and energy management applications. Seizing this opportunity, Xiamen C&D Emerging Energy presented its solar photovoltaic systems, energy storage solutions, and highly integrated solar storage and charging solutions tailored for various application scenarios. From residential photovoltaic systems to industrial and commercial waterproof carports, and centralized energy storage stations, Xiamen C&D Emerging Energy demonstrated its outstanding capability in integrating resources across the photovoltaic and lithium battery value chain, offering efficient and reliable products and solutions to global industry allies.   On March 10, 2023, the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) released the 2023 Photovoltaic Strategy, based on 11 action areas, aiming to accelerate photovoltaic development and ensure the cumulative installed photovoltaic capacity reaches 215 GW by 2030 as per the Renewable Energy Act (EEG). This strategy plans to increase annual new installed capacity from 7.3 GW in 2022 to 9 GW in 2023, 13 GW in 2024, and achieve an average of 22 GW annually from 2026 to 2030, with a 32% annual compound growth rate (CAGR) from 2022 to 2026. The document includes significant measures such as the development of rooftop photovoltaic systems and simplified grid connection for balcony photovoltaics.     The Xiamen C&D Emerging Energy booth attracted a large crowd, with the professional sales team engaging in deep discussions with industry professionals and experts from around the world. They not only negotiated current business deals but also explored future business prospects. Leveraging its extensive presence in overseas markets, Xiamen C&D Emerging Energy has established close cooperative relationships with customers in over 170 countries and regions and set up local offices, overseas factories, and forward warehouses in Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Southeast Asia.   Adhering to the philosophy of "Perpetual Vitality, Global Outreach," Xiamen C&D Emerging Energy is dedicated to creating sustainable value for its customers. In the future, the company will continue to focus on customer needs, closely integrating upstream and downstream resources with strategic partners, and jointly promoting the global "zero-carbon lifestyle" and the renewable energy revolution. During the exhibition, Xiamen C&D Emerging Energy warmly invites friends from all sectors to visit booth A5.254 to discuss the future of green energy. The company is also recruiting local distributors and strategic partners in Europe. Interested parties are encouraged to contact sales@chinacnd.com or inquire at the booth.

On March 27, 2024, C&D Inc (600153. SH) announced the official commencement of construction for the integrated project of the 0.34MW Xiamen National Institute of Accounting Distributed Photovoltaic Power Station and Charging Pile under C&D Emerging Energy Co., Ltd. Located within the scenic Xiamen National Institute of Accounting, the project covers an area of 1650 square meters, including 450 square meters of roof area and 1200 square meters of carport area (BIPV). The project has a capacity of 0.34 megawatts. The power station consists of 586 pieces of 580W/panel high-efficiency monocrystalline silicon solar modules and 3 units of 125KW inverters, utilizing a 380V low-voltage grid connection distribution system. The project adopts the "self-generation for self-use" model, essentially achieving 100% self-consumption.   According to calculations, it is estimated that the average annual electricity generation after the completion of the project could reach 373,000 kWh, saving approximately 134 tons of standard coal per year and reducing carbon dioxide emissions by about 371 tons, thus demonstrating significant social, economic, and environmental benefits.   Xiamen National Institute of Accounting (a research institute directly under China's Ministry of Finance) is an important training base for high-level financial and accounting talents in China. It is the location of the "Belt and Road" Financial and Economic Development Research Center and ESG Research Center initiated by the Chinese government. It is a modern, intelligent, and landscaped training, teaching, and research institution with international standards, dedicated to promoting the concept of green energy and sustainable development.   By collaborating with Xiamen National Institute of Accounting, C&D Emerging Energy Co., Ltd responds to the national dual-carbon policy, fully utilizes roof resources and abundant solar energy resources for photovoltaic power generation, jointly undertaking the social responsibility of energy conservation and emission reduction, and establishing a positive corporate and university image.   The groundbreaking of the 0.34MW photovoltaic power station project at Xiamen National Institute of Accounting signifies C&D Emerging Energy Co., Ltd's firm step forward in the construction of distributed photovoltaic power stations. In the future, C&D Emerging Energy Co., Ltd will continue to delve into the investment and development of distributed photovoltaics and other new energy fields, making unremitting efforts to create a green living environment and contribute to the nation's goals of peak carbon emissions and carbon neutrality.   Located within the scenic Xiamen National Institute of Accounting, the project covers an area of 1650 square meters, including 450 square meters of roof area and 1200 square meters of carport area (BIPV). The project has a capacity of 0.34 megawatts. The power station consists of 586 pieces of 580W/panel high-efficiency monocrystalline silicon solar modules and 3 units of 125KW inverters, utilizing a 380V low-voltage grid connection distribution system. The project adopts the "self-generation for self-use" model, essentially achieving 100% self-consumption.   According to calculations, it is estimated that the average annual electricity generation after the completion of the project could reach 373,000 kWh, saving approximately 134 tons of standard coal per year and reducing carbon dioxide emissions by about 371 tons, thus demonstrating significant social, economic, and environmental benefits.   Xiamen National Institute of Accounting (a research institute directly under China's Ministry of Finance) is an important training base for high-level financial and accounting talents in China. It is the location of the "Belt and Road" Financial and Economic Development Research Center and ESG Research Center initiated by the Chinese government. It is a modern, intelligent, and landscaped training, teaching, and research institution with international standards, dedicated to promoting the concept of green energy and sustainable development.   By collaborating with Xiamen National Institute of Accounting, C&D Emerging Energy Co., Ltd responds to the national dual-carbon policy, fully utilizes roof resources and abundant solar energy resources for photovoltaic power generation, jointly undertaking the social responsibility of energy conservation and emission reduction and establishing a positive corporate and university image.     The groundbreaking of the 0.34MW photovoltaic power station project at Xiamen National Institute of Accounting signifies C&D Emerging Energy Co., Ltd.'s firm step forward in the construction of distributed photovoltaic power stations. In the future, C&D Emerging Energy Co., Ltd will continue to delve into the investment and development of distributed photovoltaics and other new energy fields, making unremitting efforts to create a green living environment and contribute to the nation's goals of peak carbon emissions and carbon neutrality.

Ground-Mount vs Rooftop Solar: Which Racking Gives Better ROI?Putting a solar array on a warehouse roof feels obvious—the space is already there, paid for, and connected to the building it serves. But when the engineering team runs the numbers, a ground-mounted system three hundred meters away often wins the capital allocation meeting. The choice between ground-mount and rooftop racking doesn’t hinge on personal preference. It turns on hard, site-specific variables: available land, structural load capacity, tilt latitude, soil corrosion class, and the cost of trenching cable that may eventually tie into a Hybrid Inverter cabinet in the plant room.Project developers who have managed a dozen installations across Southeast Asia and Europe know this truth: the racking system is rarely the biggest line item, but it drives every downstream operational number. A rack that forces a sub-optimal tilt knocks 3–8% off the annual yield forever. One that requires penetrations through a 15-year-old TPO membrane adds ongoing waterproofing liability. None of those costs show up in the module price per watt, yet they swamp the financial model by year five.The following comparison is built from field engineering experience, published industry cost benchmarks, and structural standards such as EN 1991 and ASCE 7. It treats both racking approaches as integrated parts of a balance-of-system supply chain—exactly the lens C&D Clean Energy applies when sourcing aluminum extrusions, galvanized steel posts, and torque-tube assemblies for customers across its global PV network.What Actually Drives Racking ROIToo many comparison spreadsheets stop at the racking bill-of-materials cost. That is like judging a crane by its paint job. A proper ROI calculation for the mounting structure must include at least five layers:Structural lifespan versus warranty period. A hot-dip galvanized steel post in C4 coastal soil may last 25 years; the same post in C2 inland clay might reach 35. Matching the corrosion protection to the site’s ISO 9223 classification can avoid substructure replacement that wipes out the return.Yield uplift from angle optimization. Fixed-tilt ground mounts routinely outperform flat-roof ballasted systems by 10–20% in annual specific yield (kWh/kWp) when latitude-matched, a figure corroborated by PVsyst simulations across multiple climate zones. Flat commercial roofs locked at 3–5° drain away photons that a 15–30° tilt catches cleanly.Permitting and geotechnical friction. Rooftop arrays in many jurisdictions skip a full geotechnical survey; ground mounts require soil boring, compaction testing, and pull-out verification per ASTM D3689. That upfront cost—often $3,000–$8,000 for a 1 MW site—must be amortized, but it also lowers foundation risk.Operational access. Cleaning robots, string-level monitoring, and rapid shutdown boxes need pathways. A ground array with drive-row spacing of 4–6 m lets a pickup truck slide between rows. An industrial rooftop with parapets and HVAC units forces crews to carry water and tools across a membrane that costs $25/m² to repair.Inverter compatibility. Long DC runs from a distant ground array often tip the design toward a central inverter station, while a compact rooftop regularly pairs with a Off-grid Inverter or a multi-MPPT string unit placed under the eaves. Voltage drop and cable cost can shift the balance by $0.02–0.04/W.Where Rooftop Racking Makes an Unbeatable ArgumentA rooftop solar mounting system is not one product—it is a family that spans flat-roof ballasted trays, metal-roof seam clamps, and tile hooks for residential pitches. C&D Clean Energy stocks all three categories, and the economics diverge sharply among them.On a 20,000 m² pre-engineered metal building, standing-seam clamps can attach without a single roof penetration. The structural dead load stays below 0.15 kN/m², well within the envelope most PEBs reserve for solar. Because the seam geometry fixes the azimuth, the annual yield penalty is often less than 5% compared to an optimal orientation, and the racking hardware cost can land between $0.08 and $0.12/W in container quantities. When the alternative is spending $15,000 per acre on land plus a year of zoning reviews, the rooftop wins purely on time-to-power.Concrete flat roofs on medium-rise commercial blocks lean on ballasted systems. Typical ballast weight ranges from 12 to 25 kg/m², depending on the wind zone per EN 1991-1-4. Provided the roof’s residual load capacity is confirmed by a structural engineer, those systems can be deployed at 1 MW per week by experienced crews. The international benchmark for such installations, drawn from several IRENA cost studies, puts total racking and labor between $0.12 and $0.18/W for array sizes above 500 kW. That strips out land cost, fencing, and most cable trenching—the three silent partners that dog ground-mount economics.Still, the rooftop’s greatest ROI lever is invisible to the racking supplier: it cannibalizes a facility’s daytime grid consumption exactly when commercial tariffs peak. A factory in Mexico or Malaysia paying $0.12/kWh retail sees a payback period that ground-mount selling at wholesale feed-in rates cannot match unless long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) are inked at attractive floors.When Ground-Mount Delivers Superior Lifetime MarginsWalk a 50-hectare solar park built on graded cattle pasture, and the financial logic shifts. Ground-mount structures—whether driven piles, concrete ballast blocks, or screw anchors—offer two degrees of freedom that rooftops rarely allow: optimal tilt and precise azimuth. C&D’s own Solar Ground Mounting System is designed around adjustable post brackets that let field teams dial in angles from 0° to 45° without custom tooling, accommodating latitudes from Kunming to Denmark.A fixed-tilt ground array in a site with an annual global horizontal irradiation of 1,800 kWh/m² can deliver a capacity factor near 18–22%, compared to 15–18% for a flat-roof system on the same patch of earth. Over 25 years, that 3–4 percentage-point gap compounds. At a marginal revenue of $40/MWh, each additional percentage point of capacity factor on a 10 MW plant adds around $350,000 of undiscounted revenue. That more than covers the extra steel, concrete, and trenching.Foundations eat the largest single share of ground-mount cost. Driven steel piles in cohesive soil run $0.03–0.06/W; rocky geologies that need pre-drilling or concrete piers can push it to $0.08–0.12/W. The industry rule-of-thumb—ground-mount racking total cost $0.12–0.25/W depending on terrain and wind loading—has held reasonably steady in procurement data tracked by Wood Mackenzie and BloombergNEF since 2021. The spread over commercial rooftop racking can shrink to $0.04/W in favorable soil, and at that delta the extra yield reclaims the premium within four to six years.For utility-scale sites, ground-mount also unlocks bifacial gain. Panels raised 1.2–1.5 m above grade with sparse rear shading capture 8–15% more energy from albedo, verified in field studies by NREL and TÜV Rheinland. Rooftop ballasted systems mounted 0.2 m above a dark membrane see negligible rear-side boost. That is not a racking cost—it is free energy that only ground geometry can capture.Side-by-Side Cost and Performance SnapshotThe tabulation below distills typical ranges seen in competitive tenders across Asia, Europe, and North America. All figures assume large commercial or utility scale (500 kW to 50 MW) and exclude the PV module cost.FactorCommercial Rooftop (Flat/Ballasted)Utility Ground-Mount (Fixed Tilt)Racking hardware cost ($/W)0.08 – 0.150.10 – 0.20Foundation & geotechnical ($/W)0 (included in ballast)0.03 – 0.12Typical specific yield (kWh/kWp/yr)1,100 – 1,5001,300 – 1,750Tilt optimization range3° – 10° (flat roof)15° – 35° (latitude-matched)Bifacial gain potential< 3%8% – 15%O&M annual cost ($/kW/yr)6 – 124 – 10Permitting & survey ($/MW)2,000 – 5,0005,000 – 20,000Typical design life (years)2530 – 35Sources: IRENA Renewable Power Generation Costs 2023, NREL PV system cost benchmarks Q1 2024, author project data.What a Full Supply Chain Lens RevealsComparing racking systems in isolation misses the real decision. A developer does not buy aluminum rails the way a household buys a ladder; they sequence an international supply chain—steel from Vietnam, inverters from China, modules from a Tier-1 factory, all synchronized with in-country erection crews. C&D Clean Energy, as a Global PV Supply Chain Operator under the Fortune 500-ranked C&D Corporation, operates inside that larger picture. It moves containers of ground-mount structures, roof mounting kits, Hybrid Inverter units, and ESS cabinets through bonded logistics, often reducing landed-hardware cost by 6–12% versus fragmented sourcing. At that integration level, the racking choice becomes a logistics and after-sales question as much as a technical one.A utility ground-mount project might also bundle an Off-grid Inverter for a remote pumping station, while the same shipment contains an on-grid string inverter for a rooftop array at an industrial park. Procurement managers who consolidate those categories under one supply chain agreement cut administrative cost, currency exposure, and delivery risk. That frees up engineering bandwidth to focus on where the racking itself can be value-engineered—maybe switching from galvanized to ZAM-coated steel for triple the salt-spray resistance, a technology referenced on the company’s technical blog.Matching the Racking to the Business CaseNot every site gets to choose. A cement plant with 20,000 m² of idle roof and no adjacent land has already made the decision. A solar developer with a long-term lease on 100 hectares of fallow farmland faces the opposite clarity. The difficult cases—and the biggest ROI differential—sit in between.For a cold-storage warehouse in Germany with a 12-year-old TPO roof, the structural capacity may limit ballast weight, pushing the array to a lighter east-west orientation that sacrifices 15% of yield. Placing a ground array on a corner of the property could recover that yield loss, but only if the soil allows cost-effective driven piles and the local grid connection can absorb the extra capacity without a transformer upgrade. A site-specific PVsyst model combined with a geotechnical survey is the only honest way to settle it.When the analysis lands on ground-mount, do not overlook pile corrosion. ISO 9223 classifications are not academic: a C4 environment demands coating thickness above 85 µm for galvanized steel per ISO 1461. A C&I array in heavy de-icing salt territory near the coast of Japan will eat through an 55 µm coating within 15 years. Specifying the right post protection up front adds perhaps $0.005/W and buys an extra decade of revenue. That kind of choice sits in the engineering gray zone where an experienced racking integrator—rather than a commodity trader—adds hard dollar value.If the rooftop is the path, insist on a pull-test regimen for ballasted systems. Wind tunnel data calibrated to ASCE 7-16 or EN 1991-1-4 must match the parapet height and roof roughness of the actual building. A mall in Kuala Lumpur with a 2.5-m parapet behaves aerodynamically very differently from an exposed warehouse in Rotterdam. Under-specifying ballast by 15% can lead to uplift failures during a 10-year storm event; over-specifying by 15% wastes structural budget and may overload the roof. The International Energy Agency’s PVPS Task 15 published a detailed checklist in 2022 that remains a solid reference for these assessments.Choosing the Configuration That Fits Your SiteIf your highest priority is…Choose…Because…Minimizing upfront cash outlayRooftop racking on an existing, load-rated roofEliminates land, fencing, and deep geotechnical cost.Maximizing lifetime kWh per kWpGround-mount fixed tilt at latitude angleHigher capacity factor and bifacial gain add 15–25% total yield over 25 years.Fastest construction to revenueFlat-roof ballasted systemInstallation rates of 1 MW/week cut months off the commissioning schedule.Longest design life with minimal corrosion riskGround-mount on C2-classified soil with ZAM coatingCan exceed 30 years without major refurbishment.Capturing high retail electricity savingsRooftop behind-the-meterOffsets grid imports at the full retail tariff, not the wholesale generation price.Frequently Asked QuestionsDoes ground-mount solar require more maintenance than rooftop solar?Not necessarily. Ground arrays allow easy mechanical access, so module cleaning and vegetation control are simpler. However, ground-mount sites need routine checks of pile corrosion and bolt torque, especially in saline areas, which adds a modest crew cost per visit.How much extra does a ground-mount system cost compared to a rooftop installation?Depending on soil conditions and pile depth, ground-mount racking and foundations typically add $0.04 to $0.12 per watt over a commercial flat-roof ballasted system. However, the yield uplift from optimal tilt often recoups that premium in four to six years.Is rooftop solar always the faster option for permits and construction?Usually, yes. Rooftop projects leverage existing structures and often bypass lengthy land-use approvals. A flat-roof installation on a sound building can be permitted and energized within three to six months, while ground-mount sites regularly take nine to eighteen months due to grading, environmental review, and grid connection studies.Can I use the same inverter for a rooftop and a nearby ground-mount array?Technically yes, if the inverter’s MPPT voltage range and DC input count accommodate both. In practice, mixing roof and ground strings often complicates cable routing and can introduce mismatch losses. Many engineers prefer separate inverter stations for each sub-array, possibly sourcing them as a combined order through an integrated supply chain operator to maintain cost efficiency.What standards govern the structural design of solar racking?Most international projects follow ASCE 7 (United States), EN 1991 (Europe), or AS/NZS 1170 (Australia) for wind and snow loads. Foundation design typically references EN 1997, ASTM D3689 for pile load tests, and ISO 9223 for corrosion classification. It is standard practice to require a third-party geotechnical report before finalizing the racking specification.

*Tashkent, May 2024* – The onset of summer in Tashkent marked a significant event for C&D Emerging Energy, which made a remarkable appearance at the Power Uzbekistan 2024 exhibition. From May 14 to 16, C&D Emerging Energy showcased a variety of its proprietary photovoltaic and lithium battery products, along with its unique "LIFT" clean energy system solutions at the Uzbekistan International Exhibition Centre (UZEXPOCENTRE NEC), drawing widespread attention from global exhibitors and clients.     Power Uzbekistan 2024 stands as Central Asia's most influential energy exhibition. Since its inception, it has become a crucial platform for presenting the latest in energy technologies and solutions. As a key node on the Silk Road, Uzbekistan is actively optimizing and upgrading its energy structure, leveraging its abundant natural resources and solar conditions to accelerate its journey towards energy diversification and sustainable development.     During the exhibition, C&D Emerging Energy highlighted its versatile brackets and energy storage systems tailored for various applications, along with its comprehensive photovoltaic and lithium battery supply chain services. These services span from battery cells, modules, and photovoltaic brackets to lithium batteries and BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems). Their products cater not only to residential scenarios but also significantly meet the demands of commercial and industrial sectors. Additionally, C&D Emerging Energy is actively involved in photovoltaic power station EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects in Uzbekistan and neighboring Central Asian countries, integrating resources across the upstream, midstream, and downstream segments of the photovoltaic industry to make solar energy accessible and affordable for many.     The exhibition provided a platform not only to showcase innovative achievements but also to engage and negotiate with global clients and potential partners. Through this event, C&D Emerging Energy strengthened existing client relationships, explored new market opportunities, and paved the way for the further expansion of its international business. Notably, C&D Emerging Energy won the Best Product Presentation award at the event.     Guided by a dual-market strategy of globalization and localization, C&D Emerging Energy continues to enhance brand recognition, expand customer resources, and deepen its international influence. The company is committed to creating sustainable value for clients through collaborative and resource-integrated efforts, driving the global renewable energy revolution steadily forward.     On the path to global expansion and continuous growth, C&D Emerging Energy remains dedicated to supporting the global energy transition and sustainable development, contributing significantly to the new energy sector. Local distributors and strategic partners in Uzbekistan are now being recruited. For inquiries, please contact sales@chinacnd.com.  

On November 28th, local time, PowerChina subsidiary, China Hydro (Malaysia) Limited, officially signed an EPC turnkey contract with Malaysia's Selangor Renewable Energy Sdn Bhd for the Perak Floating Photovoltaic Power Generation, Green Hydrogen Production, and Hydrogen Storage Integration Project in Malaysia.   Before the signing ceremony, both parties engaged in friendly discussions, reaching a consensus on further integrating advantageous resources and achieving mutually beneficial cooperation. Ye Haoliang, Assistant General Manager and Deputy General Manager of the Asia-Pacific Regional Headquarters of China Hydro (Malaysia) Limited, expressed that the project's planned construction involves the secondary development and utilization of abandoned tin mine lakes, aligning well with the direction of "ecological priority and green development," and holds significant importance for Malaysia's achievement of green and low-carbon transformation. China Energy will leverage its strengths, actively organize resource input, and expedite the project's completion to contribute to Selangor Renewable Energy becoming a pioneer in Malaysia's green hydrogen industry. Sasyr Mohamed Issa, Chairman of Selangor Renewable Energy, expressed appreciation for China Energy's robust capabilities in the field of new energy, looking forward to successful collaboration on this project.     The project, located in Perak, Malaysia, encompasses the design, procurement, and construction of floating photovoltaic, hydrogen production units, and hydrogen storage units. Once completed, it will become Malaysia's first large-scale green hydrogen production project utilizing floating photovoltaic power generation. The successful bid and contract signing mark another breakthrough for China Energy in the Malaysian market, demonstrating its leadership in the fields of photovoltaics and hydrogen energy. This achievement is a significant outcome in the practical implementation of the high-quality construction of the "Belt and Road" initiative, showcasing China Energy's leading advantages in the integration of the entire new energy industry chain.

On the first weekend of November, colleagues from C&D Emerging Energy's "Yiguang Xingneng" gathered at the warm autumn sunshine, coming together at Taihu for internal discussions and team-building activities.   On the first day's business meeting, a review of the business team's growth journey and performance achievements was conducted. During the meeting, both new and experienced employees shared their experiences, and business training was provided for all team members.     During the business training session, the head of the residential photovoltaic business department provided a detailed analysis of how to understand customer psychology and use marketing strategies to attract and retain customer groups in the ever-changing market environment. The knowledge and skills shared in this session offer valuable insights and serve as a reference, encouraging us to better serve customers and the market. During the meeting, the Deputy General Manager of C&D Emerging Energy summarized the outcomes of the conference. The thriving development of the business is inseparable from the wholehearted commitment of each partner. Through internal discussions, not only was the team's morale boosted, but it also strengthened the cohesion and sense of purpose among all partners.   After work, there was also a relaxing and enjoyable frisbee activity. The frisbee, a simple flying disc, served as a touchstone for teamwork. In this activity, we set aside our work-related labels, and only the frisbee soared freely in the air. As the frisbee flew back and forth, our hearts soared with it, and collaboration and trust grew silently. Eating is also an important part. After the dual stimulation of mental and physical activities, it was time for dinner. Enjoying good food and light, we not only shared delicious meals but also shared stories and laughter. Meanwhile, songs accompanied the crackling of the bonfire. Colleagues encouraged each person who took the stage, supporting every attempt with applause and cheers. This session allowed us to see different facets of each individual, bringing our hearts even closer together.     The curtain falls on this event. In this autumn rendezvous, we transcended the boundaries of the workplace, promoting communication and understanding through discussions and team-building activities. More importantly, we found our place in the team and clarified common goals. Thanks to each colleague who participated in the team-building, it is your passion and dedication that made this event meaningful. In the future, let us move forward hand in hand, unite the new forces, and create new achievements together!  

The Indian Agricultural Photovoltaic Alliance (IAA), consisting of 12 organizations, aims to promote the integration of solar energy and agriculture in India. As a predominantly agricultural nation with ambitious renewable energy goals, India requires substantial land for the installation of solar facilities. To address this challenge, the combination of solar panels with agriculture, forming agricultural photovoltaic power generation, appears to be an ideal solution.The emergence of IAA is geared towards advancing this initiative, which was proposed during the Indian Agricultural Photovoltaic Summit. With support from the Indian Climate Cooperation Organization and the Bloomberg Philanthropies Foundation, IAA will coordinate the value chain of agriculture and solar energy, with the National Solar Energy Federation of India (NSEFI) serving as the alliance's secretariat. The alliance aims to develop commercial models for agricultural power generation, research socio-economic impacts, and enhance the synergy between agriculture and solar energy. Agricultural power generation has the potential to save water, increase farmers' income, and become an economically viable sector for electricity generation. Deepak Gupta, the Director General of NSEFI, believes that IAA is a crucial step for India to promote sustainable energy development, coordinate agriculture and solar energy, and achieve a cleaner and more resilient future."The establishment of the Indian Agricultural Photovoltaic Alliance is a crucial step for our country towards sustainable energy development," said Deepak Gupta, Director General of NSEFI. "Agricultural power generation is not just a technology but a commitment aimed at coordinating agriculture and solar energy, creating a greener and more resilient future. The alliance will contribute to realizing this collaboration, fostering innovation, and driving India's transition to a cleaner and more sustainable energy landscape."The guiding organizations of IAA include NSEFI, the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), the Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI), the Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP), the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), the Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers (ISAE), the Indian Council of Food and Agriculture (ICFA), The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), the India Germany Energy Forum (IGEF), the Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ), the Institute for Sustainable Energy Policy (ISEP), and the Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation.  

According to a research report recently released by the research firm Rystad Energy, the scale of installed photovoltaic systems in Europe is experiencing rapid growth. As of October this year, the cumulative installed capacity of photovoltaic systems has already matched the total installed capacity of the previous year, with the newly added photovoltaic system capacity expected to increase by 30% year-on-year. By the end of this year, the installed capacity of photovoltaic systems is projected to exceed 58 GW. After briefly ceding the top position to Spain last year, Germany is in the process of reclaiming its leading position in the European photovoltaic market. It is expected to have an annual growth rate of 84% this year, with a record-breaking installed capacity of 13.5 GW for photovoltaic systems in the country. Meanwhile, despite achieving record-breaking results in 2022, Spain is facing challenges in maintaining its growth momentum this year.   Poland and the Netherlands are other major photovoltaic markets in Europe, and the growth of their photovoltaic markets is being driven by a significant increase in the installation of rooftop photovoltaic system capacity. It is projected that rooftop photovoltaic system capacity installed in Europe this year will account for 70% of the total photovoltaic system installed capacity.   In contrast to the success story of the photovoltaic market, Europe's wind power generation, including onshore and offshore wind, is facing potential obstacles to its expansion, despite previous strong growth.   Due to permitting bottlenecks and rising supply chain costs, Rystad Energy predicts that the installed capacity of onshore wind facilities in Europe will decrease by 11% in 2023 compared to the previous year. The installed capacity of offshore wind facilities is expected to grow this year, but due to some project delays, the increase is projected to be only 2%. According to a research report released by Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF), driven by the declining prices of photovoltaic components and the rapid construction of photovoltaic projects in China and other regions, the global installed capacity of photovoltaic systems is expected to increase by 56% in 2023, reaching a record level of nearly 400 GW.   The International Energy Agency (IEA), in its report titled "World Energy Outlook" released in early October this year, stated that in this year alone, the installed capacity of renewable energy power generation facilities globally will exceed 500 GW, with $1 billion being invested in photovoltaic deployment every day.   According to the IEA's report, by 2030, in the Stated Policies Scenario (STEPS), the installed capacity of renewable energy power generation facilities will account for 80% of the total energy facility capacity, with photovoltaic systems alone constituting over half of it.   Photovoltaic systems have become a significant global industry and are set to reshape the electricity market even within the Stated Policies Scenario. However, considering manufacturing plans and the competitiveness of this technology, there is ample room for further growth.  

On October 20, 2023, the 2023 Asia-Pacific New Power System and Energy Storage Technology Exhibition opened at the Xiamen International Convention and Exhibition Center. This exhibition brought together nearly a hundred leading energy and power companies, fully showcasing new technologies, new products, and new concepts from both domestic and international companies in the fields of energy transformation, clean and low-carbon development, and energy storage.   During this exhibition, C&D Emerging Energy appeared at booth C3T005, showcasing their new energy full industry supply chain solutions and distributed photovoltaic system solutions. Huang Wenzhou, the Secretary of the C&D Group Party Committee and Chairman, Xu Jiana, Party Committee Member and Vice General Manager of C&D Corporation, and other relevant leaders visited the exhibition to provide on-site guidance.   C&D Emerging Energy focuses on three core industries: Photovoltaics, Lithium batteries, and Energy storage. They deeply understand market demands, concentrate on resource integration, collaborate closely with partners, and expand their industrial chain layout. They connect with the upstream, middle, and downstream sectors of the industry to offer a one-stop "LIFT supply chain service" (which stands for "Logistics," "Information," "Finance," and "Trade").   In this exhibition, C&D Emerging Energy showcased its new subsidiary brand in the distributed photovoltaic sector, "YiGuangXingNeng." YiGuangXingNeng focuses on the distributed photovoltaic market and has established a comprehensive system that includes product development, market sales, installation and after-sales service, and intelligent operation and maintenance. They offer residential photovoltaic systems, commercial and industrial photovoltaic systems, and whole-county or centralized convergence photovoltaic system solutions.   At the exhibition site, C&D Emerging Energy attracted numerous exhibitors and visitors. Partners from the new energy supply chain and distributed photovoltaic teams warmly provided information and solutions to industry customers with different needs, showcasing flexible, innovative, and customized solutions. Their professional services were well-received.    

From May 24th to 26th, the 16th International Solar Photovoltaic and Smart Energy Exhibition & Conference (SNEC 2023) was held in Shanghai. C&D Corporation (600153.SH), a wholly-owned subsidiary of C&D Group, showcased its innovative LIFT supply chain service system for the new energy (solar and lithium battery) industry under the name "C&D Emerging Energy". The company also signed strategic cooperation agreements with Changjiang Green Energy Investment (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. and Jiangsu Shunfeng Photovoltaic Technology Co., Ltd.   In the future, C&D Emerging Energy will accelerate its internationalization efforts, focus on specialized operations in the new energy field, and provide diverse and efficient customized supply chain solutions to global customers. This will contribute the C&D energy to a better and greener lifestyle.  

On April 14th, the President of the Agricultural Bank of China, Fu Wanjun, along with his delegation, visited our company. Huang Wenzhou, Secretary of the Group Party Committee and Chairman, provided a detailed introduction of the company's industrial layout and business development to President Fu Wanjun and his delegation. President Fu Wanjun expressed the intention to leverage the strengths of the Agricultural Bank of China and further deepen the cooperation between the two sides in various areas, including supply chain business, investment banking, and international business, to promote mutual development.

On August 2, 2023, the Fortune Global 500 list was released, and C&D Group ranked 69th, rising 8 places from its position in 2022. This marks the company's seventh consecutive year on the list.   C&D Group's main businesses currently include supply chain operations, urban construction and operations, tourism and exhibitions, healthcare, and investments in emerging industries. It owns two A-share listed companies (C&D Co., Ltd. 600153.SH and C&D Hengcheng Co., Ltd. 603909.SH) and three H-share listed companies (C&D International Holdings Limited 01908.HK, C&D Property Services Holdings Limited 02156.HK, and C&D Xinsheng Holdings Limited 00731.HK). The group also has investments in other enterprises, such as a 50% stake in Junlong Life Insurance and a 34% stake in Xiamen Airlines.   In the future, C&D Group will continue to adhere to the guidance of Xi Jinping's thought on socialism with Chinese characteristics for a new era. It will persist in driving development through reform and innovation, actively explore the path of high-quality development for the enterprise, and make greater efforts to contribute to the realization of a Chinese-style modernization.