Sungrow, the global photovoltaic (PV) inverter and energy storage system provider, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Khalifa University of Science and Technology, a research-intensive university in Abu Dhabi, UAE, to collaborate on advancing region-specific research and innovation to tackle climate change, promote energy diversification, and support economic sustainability. The strategic partnership is expected to pave the way for groundbreaking advancements in the UAE's renewable energy sector.
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| Source: Sungrow. VIPs pose for a picture after signing the MoU. The MoU was signed by HE Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri, President of Khalifa University (left), and Thompson Meng, VP of Sungrow PV & Storage BG (right). |
Sungrow specialises in solar inverters and battery energy storage systems (BESS), and has a local presence in the UAE.
HE Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri, President of Khalifa University, said: "The MoU with Sungrow reflects Khalifa University's dedication to aligning with the objectives of the UAE's Energy Strategy 2050, which targets an energy mix of 44% clean energy, 38% gas, and 12% clean coal. In order to achieve such targets, we aim to help offer transformative solutions from our top-of-the-range academics and researchers with their expertise.
"We believe this MoU with Sungrow will pave the way for contributing to the UAE's energy objectives and deliver effective innovations through the synergy created from this collaboration."
Thompson Meng, VP, Sungrow PV & Storage BG, said: "Our cooperation with Khalifa University is of great significance to Sungrow. Guided by our mission Clean power for all, we are eager to contribute to the transition to clean energy and enhance power grid support in this region. We can plan a greater blueprint together by collaborating with Khalifa University!"
Under the terms of the MoU, Sungrow and Khalifa University will conduct advanced system innovation development and solution performance optimisation under GCC climate conditions. The partnership will include:
- Joint experiments and prototype development.
- Exploration of sponsorship and collaboration opportunities with additional stakeholders.
- Establishment of research and testing facilities.
Sungrow has already visited Khalifa University's Advanced Power and Energy Center (APEC) and expressed an interest in collaboration on some of the ongoing research projects.