Sungrow, a leading global supplier of PV inverters and energy storage systems, has announced the completion of a significant project in collaboration with YES Group and Sustainable Energy Infrastructure (SEI). The project, located in South Australia’s agricultural hub known for its high barley and wheat yields, marks a crucial milestone in the region’s transition towards cleaner, more sustainable energy sources.
South Australia’s ambitious target of achieving 100% renewable energy by 2027 aligns well with Sungrow and YES Group’s strategic partnership. Sungrow’s solution includes a turnkey station for a 1500 Vdc System, with potential integration of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the future. This tailored approach provides YES Group and SEI with a flexible, sustainable, and cost-efficient solution tailored to their specific energy requirements.
An important feature of Sungrow’s solution is its rapid response capability. With a sub-5MW system, the technology can quickly adapt to grid demands, ensuring stability and reliability. The inclusion of direct current (DC) coupling and rapid earth fault current limiter (REFCL) arc stopping technology enhances operational efficiency and safety for personnel and equipment.
Mark Yates, CEO of YES Group, expressed satisfaction with Sungrow’s products and services, emphasizing their alignment with their vision of innovation, quality, and customer service. This collaboration marks the beginning of a series of projects in South Australia, New South Wales, and Victoria, all slated for future addition of DC coupled BESS. The commitment of Sungrow to bolster its Australian-based sales, technical, service, and support team further supports this partnership.
Joe Zhou, APAC Vice President of Sungrow, highlighted the successful commissioning of the project earlier in 2024 and the forthcoming operations on other projects. This collaboration signifies a new phase in renewable energy not only in South Australia but also across the National Electricity Market. As the global shift towards sustainable energy gains momentum, this partnership serves as a beacon for a cleaner, greener future.