Leading Asia's Solar & Storage Future: 4th Solar Energy Storage Future Asia Conference Concluded Successfully

Bangkok, Thailand – July 1, 2025 — The highly anticipated 4th Solar Energy Storage Future Asia Conference successfully took place in Bangkok. Hosted by Energy Box, the conference brought together over 60 speakers and 300+ attendees from government agencies, leading industry companies, investment firms, and research institutions.

Participants engaged in in-depth discussions on cutting-edge technologies, business models, and policy trends in the Asian Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage sector. Against the backdrop of a global energy transition, the conference adopted the theme “Connect, Dialogue, Action”, providing a high-level, pragmatic platform for exchange and collaboration in the Southeast Asian Solar and Storage industry.

Opening Address

In the opening keynote, Ms. Charuwan Phipatana-Phuttapanta, Head of Monitoring and Evaluation Group at Solar Energy Development Division, DEDE, Ministry of Energy, highlighted “How current policies can attract international investment and promote Thailand's green energy transformation”.

She noted that Thailand is accelerating towards its goals of carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero emissions by 2065. To this end, the government has introduced a series of incentives, including a 25-year guaranteed feed-in tariff for solar-plus-storage at approximately $0.074 per kWh, as well as a green certificate mechanism (I-REC), to encourage foreign capital and technology into Thailand’s renewable energy market.

Ms. Phipatana-Phuttapanta emphasized that a robust policy environment lowers investor risks and stabilizes project returns, thereby drawing more international capital into the solar and storage sectors and expediting the greening of Thailand’s Energy Transition.

Panel Discussion 1: Empowering Asia’s Sustainable Growth: Solar and Energy Storage Strategies to Accelerate Net Zero

In a high-level panel themed “Empowering Asia’s Sustainable Growth: Solar and Energy Storage Strategies to Accelerate Net Zero”, energy leaders from across Southeast Asia discussed the critical role of PV+storage in driving regional decarbonization.

Mr. Benoit Dubeau, APJC Renewables Manager at Amazon Web Services, shared his experience deploying 11 integrated solar-storage projects globally, stressing that energy storage not only improves the stability of carbon-neutral power supply but is also a core technology for building a reliable, decarbonized power system.

Participants concurred that storage is evolving from a supporting function to a central component of the energy system. Achieving net-zero targets will require deep integration of storage with the grid, along with policy innovation and new business models to accelerate large-scale deployment.

Presentation 1: Rooftop PV Mounting Challenges and Solutions (Kseng Solar)

Abby Yan, Sales Engineer at Kseng Solar, delivered a presentation titled “Challenges and Solutions in Thailand's Industrial & Commercial Rooftop PV Mounting Design.”

She analyzed the climate and structural challenges faced in Thai commercial and industrial rooftop PV installations. For example, severe high salt-fog corrosion in coastal areas accelerates rust and aging of mounting structures, shortening system lifespan.

To combat this, Kseng employs various aluminum surface treatments such as anodization and electrophoresis—increasing coating thickness—and uses SUS316 stainless steel fasteners. This enhanced surface protection, verified through salt spray testing that exceeds industry standards, effectively mitigates corrosion.

Ms. Yan also addressed diverse roof materials and structural limitations. Kseng provides adjustable tilt systems, triangular mounts (to improve drainage), and non-penetrating ballasted designs to adapt to different rooftop types. She stressed the importance of load calculations for roof weight capacity, noting that Kseng offers end-to-end services from design and installation to after-sales support, accompanying clients through successful project delivery.

Case studies including a 1.3 MW metal roof system in Thailand, a 25 MW ZAM steel roof project in the Philippines, and a 17.6 MW zinc-aluminum-magnesium roof in Uzbekistan demonstrate Kseng’s professional solutions across complex global project conditions, design standards, and scenarios.

Presentation 2: Empowering a Sustainable Future: HyperStrong's Comprehensive C&I Energy Storage Solutions

Mr. Yanning Cao, APAC Technical Director at HyperStrong, presented “Empowering a Sustainable Future: HyperStrong's Comprehensive C&I Energy Storage Solutions.”

He began by highlighting HyperStrong’s leading position in the global energy storage sector. As a pioneer engaged in energy storage R&D and deployment since 2011, the company has been involved in over 300 storage projects with more than 30 GWh deployed, ranking first in China’s cumulative installed capacity. HyperStrong is also recognized as a Tier 1 energy storage manufacturer by BloombergNEF.

Cao then focused on the promising prospects of Thailand’s commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage market. Driven by the growing demand from manufacturing and data centers, Thailand’s C&I energy storage capacity is expected to surge from 109 MW in 2024 to 782 MW by 2030, a remarkable increase of 619%.

He noted that multiple favorable factors are accelerating this growth, including the fixed feed-in tariff for solar-plus-storage scheduled for 2025, and an 18% annual growth in green certificate (I-REC) demand.

On the technical application front, Cao detailed the core value energy storage delivers to C&I users:

• Peak shaving and valley filling: Businesses can save 10%–30% in electricity costs annually.

• Demand control: Reduces penalties from peak loads.

• Backup power: Ensures continuity in production.

• Ancillary grid services: Participation in frequency regulation can generate additional revenue.

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  Finally, Cao introduced HyperStrong’s tailored product portfolio for the Southeast Asian market, including liquid-cooled outdoor cabinets and integrated charging-storage systems, suitable for deployment in industrial facilities and EV charging stations. He emphasized the key role of energy storage in reducing electricity expenses, enhancing overall profitability, and supporting enterprises in achieving emission reduction and green transition goals.

  
  

Panel Discussion 2: Driving Solar Growth in Asia: Utility-Scale Deployment and Corporate PPA Strategies

In the session “Driving Solar Growth in Asia: Utility-Scale Deployment and Corporate PPA Strategies,” panelists delved into strategies for developing large-scale PV projects and pathways for implementation.

Mr. Richard Weller from JERA Nex noted that Asia has become the world’s fastest-growing solar market, poised to dominate global renewable expansion in the coming years. To fully unlock solar’s potential, he urged strengthening grid flexibility and investing in energy storage systems, as well as fostering collaboration among developers, equipment suppliers, corporate consumers, and local stakeholders.

Mr. Boon Hean Gan, Technical Advisor of Leader Energy, emphasized the role of regional cooperation in project deployment. He observed that the interconnection of ASEAN power grids is accelerating, creating new opportunities for cross-border electricity trade and corporate power purchase agreements (PPAs).

The panel noted the need to harmonize policy frameworks, technical approaches, and revenue models. Advancing corporate PPAs requires balancing electricity price stability, supply reliability, and risk control.

Presentation 3: SolaX ORI-series Utility Level Product Launching

Zac Wang, Product Manager at SolaX Power, delivered a talk announcing the “SolaX ORI-series utility level product launching”.

As SolaX’s innovative offering for the utility-scale storage market, the ORI series features a unique modular string architecture designed to enhance system safety and reliability.

Mr. Wang explained that in the ORI system, battery clusters are separated from the power conversion units, achieving no thermal propagation - meaning even if a single cell goes into thermal runaway, it will not spread to the rest of the system.

The new system also introduces cluster-level management technology: each battery cluster operates independently with active balancing and isolation, so a failure in one cluster does not affect the rest of the plant, boosting the overall availability to over 99%. The ORI solution is further equipped with AI self- learning capabilities to support intelligent fault detection, early warnings, and optimized energy dispatch.

The launch of the SolaX Power ORI series marks a solid step forward in intrinsic safety and high availability for large energy storage systems. Its innovative modular string architecture, refined cluster-level management, and effective thermal runaway suppression mechanism enable stable operation even under fault conditions, drastically reducing system-wide risks.

Meanwhile, AI-powered smart dispatch and predictive warning functions provide strong intelligent support for long-term efficient operation and sustained reliability of the system.

In the context of rapidly increasing penetration of solar and other renewables, the role of storage in power systems is undergoing a profound transformation.

The ORI series exemplifies the principle that only by achieving coordinated leaps in safety, intelligence, and system resilience can energy storage truly shoulder its responsibilities as an indispensable pillar of the new power system - a factor not just of equipment performance, but a core guarantee underpinning deep transformation of the energy mix.

Presentation 4: Fox ESS – Power Up With Fox ESS

Savi Lin, Regional Manager at Fox ESS, gave a talk titled “Power Up With Fox ESS.” She noted that with rising demand among C&I users in Southeast Asia for combined solar and storage solutions, Fox ESS leverages its high-performance inverters and battery energy storage systems to provide customers with plug-and-play integrated solutions. These offerings increase solar energy utilization efficiency and user energy autonomy.

In terms of products and technology, Fox ESS highlighted three core product lines:

• P100 Series All-in-One Home Storage System: Provides 5–10 kW of output power and 10 kWh of storage, with a built-in single-phase inverter and up to 3 MPPTs. It supports Emergency Power Supply (EPS) functionality, and its battery offers over 6,000 charge cycles.

• G-MAX Liquid-Cooled Storage System: A C&I solution with a single-cabinet rated at 100 kW/215 kWh, featuring an integrated liquid cooling design. It supports black start capability and diesel generator integration, and includes functions such as anti-backflow and load regulation.

• H3 Plus Series Three-Phase Hybrid Inverters: Cover power ranges from 50–125 kW, supporting the simultaneous connection of up to 3 battery systems and offering black start capability. Up to 10 units can operate in parallel, and in EPS mode each inverter can provide 1.5× its rated power for a 10-second peak output.

Fox ESS’s energy storage solutions are already widely deployed in residential and C&I projects around the world.

For example, many homeowners in Poland and Germany have installed Fox ESS residential systems (typical setups include 10 kW/10 kWh in Poland, and 8 kW/8.64 kWh in Germany).

In South Africa and the Netherlands, Fox ESS has participated in large C&I storage projects, including a 90 kW/124 kWh commercial storage system in South Africa and an 800 kW/1720 kWh G-MAX liquid-cooled storage project in the Netherlands.

These case studies attest to the outstanding performance and reliability of Fox ESS products across different applications and scenarios.

Panel Discussion 3: Maximizing Solar Potential in Asia: Innovations, Success Stories, and Economic Benefits for C&I Applications

In the thematic Panel ”Maximizing Solar Potential in Asia: Innovations, Success Stories, and Economic Benefits for C&I Applications,” panelists explored how to maximize the value of solar energy in commercial and industrial (C&I) settings.

They noted that Asia enjoys abundant sunlight resources, but as solar adoption broadens, technological innovation and financing are only part of the equation — supply chain robustness and project execution efficiency are equally critical.

Mr. Junrhey Castro from BayWa r.e. pointed out that procurement and delivery capabilities often determine a project’s success. He emphasized that building an efficient and reliable local supply chain, combined with digital procurement platforms and intelligent demand forecasting, can compress equipment lead times from months to days, providing a solid foundation for project timelines.

Mr. Ultimate Tiamsa from Gunkul shared the company’s experience in developing the Emerge platform, which, through remote meter monitoring and automated billing, has significantly improved O&M efficiency and established a technical basis for integrating with virtual power plants (VPPs).

He stressed that in an increasingly competitive market, businesses should focus on efficiency and value creation rather than solely slashing prices, in order to achieve sustainable growth of C&I solar.

Networking Lunch Buffet

During the networking luncheon, delegates engaged in lively conversations and business discussions over lunch.

Many companies took the opportunity to showcase products and partnership proposals, while industry peers exchanged information on project cooperation and market insights.

The networking lunch added value to the conference by facilitating connection-building and idea exchange, laying a foundation for post-event collaboration.

Panel Discussion 4: 【Chief Officer Panel】: Paving the Path to Green: Leadership Insights on Decarbonization and Solar-Storage Success

In the afternoon,CEO dialogue themed “【Chief Officer Panel】: Paving the Path to Green: Leadership Insights on Decarbonization and Solar-Storage Success,” several industry leaders discussed the strategic choices companies face in the energy transition.

Ms.Ruth P. Briones, Chairwoman of Greenergy Solutions, moderated the conversation and guided panelists in examining the opportunities and challenges encountered in pursuing sustainable development goals.

During the dialogue, Mr.Raghuram Natarajan, CEO of Blueleaf Energy, shared his experience in renewable project development, emphasizing the importance of policy stability and long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) for boosting investor confidence.

The panelists noted that green energy investment is heating up rapidly in Asia, though market conditions vary greatly by country, requiring companies to tailor their strategies locally.

They also exchanged views on their own corporate decarbonization initiatives, including procuring renewable energy, building in-house solar+storage facilities, and participating in carbon trading.

In the interactive discussion, the executives unanimously agreed that leadership is critical in the energy transition — company management must have foresight and an innovative spirit, integrating green principles into corporate strategy to lead the industry toward a shared carbon-neutral vision.

Presentation 5: The Future of Photovoltaics: AIKO Solar's Next-Gen High-Efficiency Solar Modules

Mr.Kuntanun Sukkachantr, Regional Technical and Solution Manager – South Asia, SEA and Thailand at AIKO, delivered a presentation on “The Future of Photovoltaics: AIKO Solar's Next-Gen High-Efficiency Solar Modules.”

He focused on the company’s latest N-type All-Back Contact (ABC) solar cell module technology and its value. He pointed out that ABC technology, by eliminating front-side busbars, achieves a 25% cell conversion efficiency, significantly higher than traditional modules.

AIKO’s presentation addressed how next-generation high-efficiency solar modules tackle issues of low energy yield, cell cracking, and long payback periods. Its back-contact (BC) technology offers strong resistance to micro-cracks, optimized performance under partial shading, and 6–10% higher output, reaching efficiencies up to 25%.

The modules also feature an annual degradation rate of only 0.35% and an excellent temperature coefficient, outperforming TOPCon technology.

This leads to a reduction in balance-of-system (BOS) costs by $0.021 per watt and lowers the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) by 2.5%. AIKO highlighted case studies such as a 64 MW project in Bosnia and Herzegovina and a 400 MW fishery-solar hybrid plant in Zhuhai, China, demonstrating the technology’s adaptability across diverse scenarios.

Mr. Sukkachantr further noted that when high-efficiency modules are paired with energy storage, the additional DC energy can be used to widen the peak-valley arbitrage opportunity, boosting project revenues by about 7% under hybrid tariff models.

This underscores the core value of high-efficiency modules in reducing LCOE and improving internal rate of return (IRR).

Looking ahead, AIKO will continue to lead in mass-commercializing ABC cells to cut carbon emissions, enabling projects worldwide to significantly shrink their carbon footprint.

Presentation 6: From Desert to Offshore: HJT Module Application Stories

Annie Tian, Southeast Asia Sales Director of Grand Sunergy, gave a presentation titled “From Desert to Offshore: HJT Module Application Stories.”

Ms. Tian introduced HJT as a new generation of high-efficiency PV technology with advantages such as a high bifacial ratio (≥95%), a low temperature coefficient (<0.24%/°C), and high power output, making it very suitable for vertical photovoltaics as well as challenging environments like deserts and offshore locations.

In desert environments, the low temperature coefficient of HJT modules means they can maintain high efficiency and stability even under extreme heat, intense UV, and sandstorms, significantly improving energy yield and durability.

In vertical PV applications, HJT’s bifacial generation advantage is pronounced — its generation curve aligns better with peak tariff periods, with springtime energy yields reaching up to double that of traditional tilted installations. For offshore (marine) PV, where construction costs are high and humidity is intense, Grand Sunergy has implemented multiple special patented processes to enhance module resistance to salt spray and moisture, ensuring stable operation. HJT’s high power output further reduces LCOE, making it a preferred solution for offshore projects.

This presentation gave attendees deeper insight into the commercialization progress and distinctive advantages of HJT technology across different environments and use cases.

Panel Discussion 5: Unpacking Energy Storage Trends: Emerging Patterns and Market Roles in Asia’s Renewable Energy Transition

At the “Unpacking Energy Storage Trends: Emerging Patterns and Market Roles in Asia’s Renewable Energy Transition” Panel forum, experts from multiple countries engaged in an in-depth discussion on the pivotal role of energy storage in Asia’s energy transition.

Moderator Mr. Chinnawat Pama noted that in the Southeast Asian market today, energy storage business models are diversifying — including independent grid-side storage, generation-side solar-plus-storage integration, and customer-side microgrid systems.

Mr.Somesh Shah from ARFY shared key insights: electricity demand continues to rise rapidly, driven by data centers, electric vehicles, and cooling (air conditioning) usage.

In markets with high renewable penetration, storage has become indispensable for enhancing grid resilience and system stability. With battery storage system prices falling below $100 per kWh, the window for widespread commercial deployment is opening fast.

The panelists also emphasized the need to accelerate the harmonization of fire safety and other standards for energy storage systems and to promote the implementation of revenue stacking mechanisms in more markets.

This would allow storage projects to boost profitability through multiple avenues such as frequency regulation, capacity markets, energy arbitrage, and power purchase agreements.

At the same time, the industry must still address financing challenges by improving project transparency and standardization to support the scaled growth of energy storage in Asia.

Presentation 7: Integrated Solutions for PV Parity and Decarbonization – OSDA Solar’s Approach

Willis Ren, Marketing Director of OSDA Solar, illustrated through company case studies how integrated energy solutions can drive solar PV grid parity and decarbonization of the industry.

He first reviewed OSDA’s global footprint over its 16-year history: the company’s business now spans over 100 countries, with 10+ offices and 6 major overseas warehouses across Europe, Asia, and other regions.

As a global leading smart energy solutions provider, OSDA Solar’s business scope covers high-efficiency PV cells and module manufacturing, intelligent energy storage system integration, power plant development and operation, and even virtual power plant (VPP) platforms.

Mr. Ren noted that OSDA’s new manufacturing lines in Jiaxing, with 6 GW of module capacity and 3 GW of energy storage equipment, began production in 2024. OSDA is planning an additional 5 GW of capacity in Shandong to continuously expand its supply capability.

Meanwhile, the company’s world-leading n-type monocrystalline cell technology has already achieved a mass production efficiency of 26.2%.

Willis Ren affirmed that OSDA Solar will continue to uphold its mission of “Bringing green energy to every household,” helping to drive sustainable energy development globally.

Panel Discussion 6: Driving Affordability and Growth: Investment Opportunities and Cost Optimization for Solar and Storage Projects in Asia

The “Driving Affordability and Growth: Investment Opportunities and Cost Optimization for Solar and Storage Projects in Asia” investment forum became a focal point in the latter half of the conference.

Several representatives from the finance sector and project developers engaged in an in-depth discussion on how to reduce solar+storage project costs and improve returns.

Mr.Antoine Gaudin from Wood Mackenzie first shared global trends in declining energy storage costs: lithium battery prices have fallen by over 50% compared to five years ago, and with economies of scale, the payback periods of solar+storage projects are shortening.

Investor representatives added that in some Asian markets, governments are piloting capacity remuneration mechanisms and tax incentives to strengthen the financial viability of storage projects.

The panel also discussed innovative project financing tools — such as green bonds, climate funds, and energy service contracts (ESCO models) — to bring low-cost capital into solar+storage projects.

Ms.Shilei Huang, Head of Project Finance (Renewables & Infrastructure) at Mizuho Bank, noted that while energy storage projects used to be difficult to finance, the growing number of successful cases and increased data transparency are leading banks to gradually recognize the value of storage assets.

She advised developers to work closely with financial institutions to establish standardized revenue models and risk mitigation measures.

By the end of the forum, a consensus emerged:through a dual approach of technology cost reduction (innovative tech to cut costs) and financing cost reduction (innovative financing to lower capital costs), coupled with stable and clear policy support, PV+storage can truly achieve large-scale, affordable deployment across Asia.

Panel Discussion 7: Powering the Smart City: Unlocking the Value of Microgrids, Smart Grids, and Distributed Energy Resource

The capstone session was a Panel on “Powering the Smart City: Unlocking the Value of Microgrids, Smart Grids, and Distributed Energy Resource,” which attracted urban energy planners and technology providers.

The discussion focused on constructing future energy infrastructure for smart cities. On one hand, the panelists agreed that distributed microgrids will be key to enhancing city resilience — community-level microgrids integrating PV, storage, and intelligent controls can operate independently during main grid outages and use peak shaving to reduce a city’s overall energy costs.

On the other hand, the development of smart grids is enabling the integration of massive distributed energy resources and electric vehicles, bringing attention to how storage can balance loads and maintain power quality.

A representative from Innopower, Ms.Malchutar Kingnet, shared details of a smart grid pilot project underway in Bangkok, demonstrating how deploying centralized, large-scale energy storage significantly eased the stress on the distribution network.

Mr.Arda Gunler from Siemens Gamesa shared an off-grid power system case from Southeast Asia, where a hybrid system combining wind, solar, and storage — managed by smart controls — is providing round-the-clock clean power to remote islands and villages.

The panelists unanimously agreed that under the smart city vision, the digital regulation capabilities of energy storage should be fully leveraged.

By combining IoT connectivity with AI algorithms, it’s possible to optimally dispatch thousands of distributed energy units, creating a self-balancing, self-healing urban energy network. This approach not only improves energy utilization efficiency but also offers a new pathway for cities to reduce carbon emissions and for residents to achieve energy self-sufficiency.

Awards Ceremony

In the closing segment of the conference, Energy Box hosted a grand awards ceremony. The Chairman of the Thai Photovoltaic Association (TPVA), Mr. Top Phuwadon Suntornwipart, was invited as a special guest to present the awards, honoring individuals and enterprises that made outstanding contributions in renewable energy and energy storage over the past year.

Individual Awards:

• Renewable Energy Leader of the Year: Shamik Chatterjee, Head of Asia at Octopus Energy; and Yu Bin, CEO of Kseng Solar.

• Green Finance Innovation Award: Ajay Mullangi, Partner at Actis; and Shilei Huang, Project Finance Director at Mizuho Bank.

• Renewable Energy CEO of the Year: Avishek Kumar, Co-founder and CEO of VFlowTech.

• CEO of the Year: Thanachai Sae Eieng, CEO of Siam Solar Cell.

• Green Leadership Empowerment Award: SamYamdagni, CEO of PSS Powers; Prapharat Tangkawattana, CEO of Sitron Power Public; and Hongrui Mo, CFO of MET Group.

• Renewable Energy Prominent Women: Malchutar Kingnet, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Innopower; and Taya J. Joungtrakul, Senior Sales Manager at PCS Thailand.

• Green Energy Prominent Women: Shirley Zhang, CEO of OSDA Solar.

Company Awards:

• Pioneering Green Impact Enterprises Awards: Blueleaf Energy and Kseng Solar

• Sustainability Leadership Enterprises Awards: SolaX Power and BECIS

• Trusted RE Distributor in Thailand: Heliotech Energy Solutions

• Green Infrastructure Vanguard Award: Levanta Renewables

• Powering Tomorrow’s World Enterprise Awards: GCL and Siam Solar Cell

• Smart Sustainable Solutions Award: SKYWORTH PV

• Excellence Renewable Energy Collaboration of the Year: AIKO

• Energy Storage Solution Contribution Enterprise: HyperStrong

• Solar Innovation Forerunners: Grand Sunergy and Sineng Electric

• Storage Battery Contribution Enterprises: FOX ESS

• Green Project Beacon Enterprises: OSDA Solar

These awards are designed to encourage more stakeholders to invest in technological R&D and innovative business models, thereby accelerating the region’s clean energy transition.

Cocktail Party & Conclusion

The conference concluded with a relaxed cocktail party, offering attendees a chance to unwind and continue networking in a more informal setting.

Industry leaders, technical experts, and investors from across Southeast Asia’s solar and storage sectors gathered to exchange ideas, explore new opportunities, and reflect on the progress made. With conversations flowing and glasses raised, the day wrapped up on a positive and optimistic note.

Overall, the 4th Solar Energy Storage Future Asia 2025 conference ended on a high, highlighting both the dynamic growth and immense potential of the region’s solar and energy storage industries.

Energy Box will continue to host industry forums worldwide, creating spaces for collaboration, encouraging innovation, and helping accelerate the global shift toward clean energy.

Lastly, we sincerely invite you to attend our 4th Solar Energy Storage Future Malaysia, on 14th Oct 2025,Kuala Lumpur!

Register here: https://www.energy-box.com/future-malaysia