[Shenzhen, China, April 25, 2025] - Huawei's FusionSolar APAC Smart PV Technology Workshop, centered on the theme of “Grid-Forming Technology,” concluded successfully. The event gathered more than 200 industry leaders and experts from the Asia-Pacific region to explore advanced grid-forming solutions, aimed at accelerating the region's transition to a sustainable and resilient energy system.
Sun Xiaofeng, the President of Global Smart PV Business Development Huawei Digital Power, opened the event with a speech highlighting Essential for enabling seamless power exchanges across borders, grid-forming BESS technologies also support the large-scale integration of renewable energy. In pursuit of sustainability goals, these technologies are expected to ensure the stability, resilience, and reliability of power systems, while fostering regional collaboration and advancing the transition to a cleaner, more interconnected energy future.
Huawei Unveils Grid-Forming Technology for Seamless Renewable Energy Integration
Dr. Liu Yunfeng, Chief Scientist of Huawei Digital Power, highlighted that Huawei's Grid-Forming (GFM) technology is essential for integrating large-scale renewable energy sources into the grid. He emphasized that GFM technology provides critical functions like inertia, frequency regulation, and voltage support, ensuring stable and reliable grid operation, even in weak-grid environments.
Huawei has introduced its Grid-Forming Smart Renewable Energy Generator Solution, combining its advanced capabilities in PV, energy storage, and grid-forming technologies. This innovative solution boosts new energy access by 40%, enhances stability by reconstructing voltage, frequency, and power angle, and ensures both safety and reliability. The solution equipped with the function of switching between the grid forming and grid following can enable the grid stability operation and the fluctuation of nominal power between the mode switching can be less than 20% and the switching time can be less than 200ms. By integrating digital and power electronics technologies, it enables the full digitalization of power plants.
Dr. Zhang Shengxiang, Power Grid Specialist of Huawei Digital Power, highlights the critical role of Huawei's Grid-Forming Battery Energy Storage System (GFM BESS) in enhancing grid stability, particularly in regions with high renewable energy penetration, such as the Red Sea, China, and Cambodia. The GFM BESS provides essential services like inertia response, fast frequency regulation, voltage support, and black start capabilities, addressing the challenges posed by intermittent renewable energy sources. Its grid-forming capabilities enable seamless integration, ensuring stability for cross-border and regional grids, facilitating energy exchange, and supporting grid interconnection. This technology is pivotal in enabling the reliable and resilient operation of power systems in the face of growing renewable energy integration.
Key Speakers at Huawei Digital Power APAC 5th Smart PV Technology Workshop
We are delighted to have had the opportunity to invite the keynote speakers to share their expertise, as well as their insights on the latest trends and challenges in the energy sector, at the event.
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Dato' Ir. Ts. Razib Dawood, Executive Director ASEAN Centre for Energy: ASEAN’s energy future relies on regional collaboration, infrastructure, and global best practices for cross-border renewable integration.
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Toh Seong Wah, CEO Energy Market Company: Clear energy market policies and transparency are essential for attracting investment in Singapore’s energy sector.
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Lulu Safira, Project Associate Officer ASEAN Centre for Energy: ASEAN must upgrade power grids and foster finance-backed, multilateral collaboration for renewable energy growth.
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Cecillia Zheng, Research and Analysis Director S&P Global: Strong policy and private investment are critical for realizing Southeast Asia’s renewable energy integration.
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Dr. Titiporn Sangpetch, EGAT: ASEAN should leverage existing grid infrastructure and energy certification to enhance multilateral power trade.
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Dr. Zulfikar Yurnaidi, Head of Energy Modelling and Policy Planning ASEAN Centre for Energy: A just energy transition in ASEAN requires grid modernization, policy support, and regional cooperation.
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Stéphane Pierre, Senior Solar and Energy Storage AFRY: Revenue stacking enhances BESS project feasibility and reduces financial risks, driven by market policies.
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Dr. Chan Keehan, Managing Director Amplitude Power Asia: ASEAN cross-border transmission projects should harmonize technical considerations for stable grid interconnections.
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Prof. Tseng King Jet, Professor Singapore Institute of Technology: Power & Energy Living Labs offer real-world settings to study grid-forming BESS interactions with grids.
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Liu Yongdong, Deputy Secretary-General China Electricity Council: Grid-forming technology requires coordinated engineering and gradual adoption through research and trials.
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Vannsith Ith & Billy Qiu, Project Managers SchneiTec & TÜV SÜD: Solar + BESS with Grid Forming Technology demonstrates potential for a 100% renewable energy future.
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Dr. Rose Mendoza, Division Chief Board of Investment, Philippines: The Philippines is committed to clean energy leadership by 2040, supported by investor incentives.
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Sandra Seah, Partner Bird & Bird LLP: Effective communication and legal risk management can overcome legal challenges in cross-border power projects.
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Dr. Yao Lixia, Senior Research Fellow, Energy Studies Institute: ASEAN must upgrade power grids to handle renewable energy, requiring multilateral collaboration and finance sector involvement.
Their collective contributions provided a well-rounded perspective on the ongoing trends and challenges in the industry, helping to advance the dialogue on sustainable energy solutions.
Huawei Digital Power is committed to leading the charge in advancing energy technologies, ensuring a reliable, resilient, and sustainable future for the Asia-Pacific region and beyond, and looks forward to working together to shape the future of the energy transition journey.
