Huawei: Innovating for a Connected Future
SolarKit x Huawei Partnership
In February of 2024, our CEO and CTO visited the Huawei headquarters. It was no surprise that Huawei's factory is one of the most advanced and professional in the industry. They witnessed futuristic products and highly sophisticated testing facilities.
As one of the few European Huawei GOLD partners, we are privileged to offer some of the best prices for Huawei products to our customers.
Company History and Background
Huawei FusionSolar is a leading global provider of smart solar solutions. Established as a branch of Huawei Technologies, FusionSolar focuses on integrating digital and power electronics technologies to create cutting-edge solar power solutions. By leveraging Huawei's extensive expertise in ICT, FusionSolar has developed a range of products aimed at enhancing the efficiency and intelligence of solar power systems. The company operates globally, collaborating with professional installers, utilities, and other stakeholders to promote the sustainable and efficient use of renewable energy.
Mission and Vision
Huawei FusionSolar's mission is to lead the solar industry into a new era of digital and intelligent energy solutions. The company is dedicated to promoting green energy and achieving carbon neutrality by advancing photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage technologies. Their vision is to integrate solar energy seamlessly into the global energy grid, enhancing reliability and efficiency. FusionSolar aims to make solar power the primary energy source by driving innovation and reducing costs, thereby supporting a greener, more sustainable future.
Core Values:
- Innovation: Continuous innovation in photovoltaic and energy storage technologies to push the boundaries of solar energy solutions
- Sustainability: Commitment to promoting green energy and achieving carbon neutrality through advanced solar technologies
- Customer-Centricity: Providing reliable, high-quality solar solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of diverse customer segments
- Collaboration: Fostering partnerships with stakeholders to create shared value and mutual growth in the solar industry
- Quality and Reliability: Ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability in products and services through significant investment in research and development
- Global Presence: FusionSolar has a robust global presence, with operations in over 170 countries. The company supports its international customer base through 160 technical support and 28 innovation centers worldwide. This extensive network enables FusionSolar to provide tailored solutions and comprehensive support to a diverse range of clients, from residential users to large-scale utility projects. By combining local expertise with global resources, FusionSolar ensures that its solar solutions meet the highest standards of quality and reliability across different regions.
Achievements
- Global Leadership in Smart Solar Solutions: Huawei FusionSolar has established itself as a leading global provider of smart photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage solutions, integrating advanced digital and power electronics technologies.
- Significant CO2 Reduction: FusionSolar's initiatives have led to a reduction of 527 million tons of CO2 emissions, equivalent to planting 719 million trees, demonstrating a significant positive impact on the environment.
- Innovative Smart Renewable Energy Generator: Huawei has developed the Smart Renewable Energy Generator Solution, which integrates PV, ESS, load, grid, and management systems to overcome major obstacles in renewable energy development and improve grid integration.
- World's Largest Microgrid Project: In the Red Sea Project in Saudi Arabia, Huawei implemented the world’s largest microgrid, which has been operating stably for over eight months, supplying 100% renewable energy to a new city.
- High-Altitude Hydro-Solar Hybrid Power Plant: Huawei helped Yalong Hydro build the 1 GW Kela PV Project in Ganzi, Sichuan, the world’s largest and highest-altitude hydro-solar hybrid power plant, setting a benchmark for intelligent power plants.
- Leading Innovations in Grid-Forming Technology: Huawei's Smart String & Grid-Forming ESS Platform enhances grid integration and renewable energy output, improving efficiency and reducing costs in various global projects.
- Comprehensive Solutions for Various Scenarios: Huawei FusionSolar provides all-scenario smart PV+ESS solutions for utility-scale, commercial and industrial (C&I), and residential applications, featuring full-architecture safety and lifecycle cost-effectiveness.
Financial Achievements
Revenue Contribution: While Huawei's overall revenue for 2023 was CNY 704.2 billion (≈EUR 91.55 billion), with a net profit of CNY 87 billion (≈EUR 11.31 billion), the digital power business, which includes FusionSolar, contributed significantly to this performance. This segment saw steady growth, driven by increasing demand for renewable energy solutions.
R&D Investments: In 2023, Huawei invested CNY 164.7 billion (≈EUR 21.41 billion) in research and development, representing 23.4% of its annual revenue. A substantial portion of this investment was directed towards enhancing FusionSolar's technologies and solutions, reflecting the company’s commitment to innovation in the renewable energy sector.
Production Capacity: By 2023, Huawei's production capacity for inverters had reached over 160 GW, with plans to further upgrade and expand this capacity. This highlights FusionSolar’s ability to meet the growing global demand for advanced PV and energy storage solutions.
Product Line
Single-Phase Inverters: Huawei’s single-phase inverters are designed for residential installations, offering high efficiency and reliability. They come with smart management features and multiple MPPT trackers, ensuring optimal energy production even under challenging conditions.
Three-Phase Inverters: Huawei’s three-phase inverters are suited for larger residential and commercial projects, featuring advanced grid management and robust performance. These inverters are designed to handle higher power outputs and offer enhanced safety features.
Energy Storage Systems (ESS): Huawei’s energy storage solutions are designed to cater to both residential and commercial needs, ensuring reliable power with advanced safety features. The scalable systems support multiple parallel connections for flexible and robust energy storage solutions.
- LUNA2000-5/10/15-S0: Designed for residential applications, offering high cycle life and robust energy density.
- LUNA2000-7/14/21-S1: Huawei’s new residential size ESS, suitable for both residential and large-scale energy storage applications, providing reliable power and advanced safety features.
C&I ESS Solutions: Huawei's Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Energy Storage Systems are engineered to meet the high energy demands of businesses. These systems provide efficient, safe, and stable smart energy storage with enhanced safety measures.
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