The 2025 Intersolar Europe exhibition, one of the most influential events in the photovoltaic (PV) industry, wrapped up on Friday after three dynamic days in Germany. This year, Chinese companies stood out, earning acclaim for their innovative products and robust system integration capabilities.
The exhibition featured over 2,700 companies from more than 50 countries, with approximately 850 exhibitors from China alone. These companies showcased a diverse range of innovations, including high-efficiency PV modules, energy storage systems, EV charging infrastructure, and integrated energy solutions.
Markus Elsaesser, founder and CEO of Solar Promotion GmbH, emphasized the crucial role of Chinese firms, stating, “They are not only key product suppliers but also provide very cost-effective solutions that help us advance the decarbonization of Europe.”
According to the Global Market Outlook for Solar Power 2025-2029, released during the event by SolarPower Europe, China accounted for roughly half of the world’s new solar capacity additions and cumulative installations in 2024. Christophe Lits, a senior market analyst at SolarPower Europe, noted, “China plays a vital role in Europe’s energy transition by supplying quality products and fostering local production partnerships.”
Among the standout exhibits was LONGi Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd., which showcased a new solar panel that won a top technology award. This panel was recognized for its high energy conversion efficiency even in low-light conditions and improved fire safety through innovative design.
Liu Yuxi, president of LONGi’s global marketing center, remarked, “The European market is highly receptive to new PV technologies. We are encouraged to continuously increase our R&D investment.” He anticipates expanding opportunities for cooperation between China and Europe as renewable energy grows in the European energy mix.
In response to the high energy prices in Europe, some Chinese companies are exploring the integration of solar technology into household appliances. TCL, a global technology firm, attracted attention with a model home featuring a fully integrated green energy system. This setup combines rooftop solar panels with indoor inverters and storage units to efficiently distribute power to heat pumps, EV chargers, and other home applications.
Zhang Shengyang, General Manager of TCL SunPower Global, highlighted that this integrated energy solution has already been implemented in some residential projects in Europe, seeing it as a potential growth engine in the market.
Energy storage emerged as a key theme at the exhibition, particularly in light of recent blackouts in Spain and Portugal. Major Chinese players, including CATL, Huawei, and Trina Solar, showcased their latest storage solutions. CATL introduced a new modular storage unit capable of charging about 150 electric vehicles or powering an average German household for six years.
“As the share of weather-dependent renewables rises, so does the need for flexible energy storage,” said Ji Yu, senior director of project management at CATL. He noted that Chinese storage firms are rapidly integrating into local markets and forming diverse partnerships.
The Intersolar Europe 2025 exhibition highlighted the significant contributions of Chinese companies to the global PV industry and underscored their role in supporting Europe’s energy transition. With innovative technologies and a commitment to sustainability, China is positioned as a key player in shaping the future of renewable energy in Europe and beyond.
