On November 17, Tongwei Solar Global Partner Summit 2024 —themed “Strength in Synergy, Vision for the Future” — was grandly held in Chengdu.
Song Dongsheng, Director of Tongwei Co., Ltd., Feng Chang, Chief Administrative Officer and Chairman of the Labor Union at Tongwei Co., Ltd., and Allen Xue, Vice General Manager of PV Business at Tongwei Solar, joined distinguished guests including Li Weichun, Vice President of Global Power Electronics and General Manager of Solar & Commercial Products Greater China at TÜV Rheinland.
Over 100 core guests, NGO representatives, and leading experts from inside and outside the solar industry gathered in Chengdu to explore global photovoltaic market trends and discuss sustainable development paths for enterprises.
Opening Speech: Embracing Opportunities and Challenges, Tongwei Steadfastly Leads the Solar Industry Forward
Allen Xue, Vice General Manager of PV Business at Tongwei, delivered the opening speech, extending a heartfelt welcome to all attendees. He shared that Tongwei’s module shipments ranked among the global top five in the first half of this year, demonstrating resilience, strong potential, and robust growth momentum despite market fluctuations.
Allen
Xue emphasized that this success is not only the result of Tongwei’s
relentless efforts but also the product of close collaboration with its
global partners. With cutting-edge technological innovation, advanced
manufacturing capabilities, an ever-improving service system, and a
steadfast commitment to sustainable development, Tongwei remains
confident in its bright future.
Opening Speech by Allen Xue, Vice General Manager of PV Business at Tongwei Solar
S&P Global: Global Solar Installations to See 27% Growth in 2024 as Energy Transitions Accelerate in the Global South
Holly Hu, Principal Analyst at S&P Global, delivered a keynote address on the evolving global solar market demand. She highlighted that global solar module installations are expected to grow by 27% in 2024, with continued market expansion projected at a 7% growth rate in 2025.
The ongoing decline in system costs will further unlock demand, particularly benefiting countries in the Global South. Addressing energy poverty, these nations are likely to adopt more proactive policies and development strategies in renewable energy, accelerating their energy transition efforts.
Keynote Speech by Holly Hu, Principal Analyst at S&P Global
Facing Climate Challenges Together: Tongwei’s ESG Strategy Driving Sustainable Development
Dr. Zhu Zihan, Tongwei’s Sustainable Development Director, shared Tongwei's strategies, investments, and achievements in ESG and climate change mitigation. Tongwei has leveraged technological innovation and ESG initiatives to lead the industry in sustainable development and competitiveness. Tongwei has received over 70 ESG awards globally and joined the RE100 initiative as a Gold Member earlier this year, contributing to renewable energy development and global energy transition.
Keynote Speech by Dr. Zhu Zihan, Sustainable Development Director of Tongwei Co., Ltd.
Recognition of Sustainable Supply Chain Leadership
Li Weichun, Vice President of Global Power Electronics and General Manager of Solar & Commercial Products Greater China from TÜV Rheinland Group awarded Tongwei the Certificate of PV Supply Chain Traceability Management System. This recognition highlights Tongwei's commitment to building a sustainable supply chain. Song Dongsheng, representing Tongwei, accepted the certificate and reiterated Tongwei's dedication to creating a low-carbon, secure, and sustainable supply chain, furthering its role as a leader in the global energy transition.
Tongwei Awarded the “Certificate of PV Supply Chain Traceability Management System”
ESG Roundtable: Shaping a Sustainable Future Together
The forum featured a roundtable discussion titled “Sustainable Future: Photovoltaic Energy and Global Development.” Panelists included Gong Jun from the United Nations Development Programme’s Innovation Lab (Chengdu), Wang Weixia from UNIDO’s Beijing Investment Promotion Office, Tang Weimin from WWF Switzerland’s Beijing Office, and Dr. Zhu Zihan from Tongwei. The discussion delved into photovoltaics' pivotal role in energy transitions, balancing ESG priorities, and how individuals, corporations, and societies can collaborate to drive global sustainable development.
ESG Roundtable Discussion
Global Practice Sharing: From Collaboration to Success
Representatives from key regional partners ACO Group and ENVIRIA shared their experiences working with Tongwei. They discussed their own business growth, market influence, and collaborative efforts with Tongwei to promote regional clean energy transitions.
Partner Sharing Session
Signing and Award Ceremony: Tongwei Partners with Global Collaborators for a Shared Future
During the event, Tongwei signed strategic cooperation agreements with partners such as Reon Energy, Constant Energy, ACO Group, Blue Sun Group, Green Energy Supplier, and Korea Solar. Key leaders, including Song Dongsheng and Allen Xue, joined representatives from the partner companies to sign agreements, symbolizing a shared commitment to sustainable growth.
Signing Ceremony
Tongwei also presented awards in three categories: Sustainable Growth Award, Outstanding Achievement Award, and Strategic Partnership Award. These awards recognized the contributions of 15 global clients to sustainable development and their steadfast support for Tongwei’s global module business. Certificates were presented by Joe Chen, Head of APAC, Europe and MENA at Tongwei Solar ; Jason Ji, Head of Americas at Tongwei Solar; Feng Chang, Chief Administrative Officer and Chairman of the Labor Union at Tongwei Co., Ltd. and Allen Xue, Vice General Manager of PV Business at Tongwei Solar.
Award Ceremony
Looking Ahead
The successful conclusion of the Tongwei Solar Global Partner 2024 marked not only an exchange of industry insights but also a deepening of global partnerships. Moving forward, Tongwei will continue to embrace openness and collaborate with partners worldwide, offering reliable, innovative, and sustainable product solutions to advance energy transitions and contribute to sustainable development.
