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What is the Sino-German energy partnership?

The Sino-German Energy Partnership is well positioned to continue supporting China’s energy revolution in the coming years, to expand the intergovernmental and technical exchange, and to improve framework condi-tions for German and Chinese companies alike. We wish you an enjoyable read, and a happy and prosper-ous year of the ox!

What is the Sino-German demonstration project on energy eficiency?

During the 6th Annual Meeting of the Sino-German Working Group on Energy Eficiency, BMWi and NDRC oficially launched the Sino-German Demonstration Project Energy Eficiency in City Quarters and a second phase of the Sino-German Demonstration Project on Energy Eficiency in Industry under the framework of the Sino-German Energy Partnership.

Are rooftop PV systems paired with battery storage in Germany?

In 2019, 46% of all commissioned residential rooftop PV systems had already been paired with battery storage systems. Remarkably, this share surged to 77% in 2023, indicating a significant upward trajectory of the trend toward combining PV residential rooftop systems with battery storage in Germany.

How many large-scale battery projects have been realised in Germany?

More than 50 large-scale battery projects for frequency regulation have been realised in Germany over the past few years (Figure 15). are able to automatically, and in a matter of seconds, either supply energy to the power grid or take energy from it - depending on what is currently required.

How are China and Germany cooperating in the energy transition?

In recent years, China and Germany have been continuously deepening bilateral cooperation on the chal-lenges of and solutions to the energy transition. Working groups meet annually to review the previous year’s activities and decide on the focal topics for the upcoming year.

What role does energy storage play in China?

Energy storage systems play an important role in China. By the end of 2018, China had approximately 30 GW of pumped storage power plants and 1 GW of electrochemical storage (batteries) installed. China's government plans to push ahead with the expansion of battery storage facilities for further RES grid integration.