The 2025 China International Energy Storage Conference and Exhibition (CIES), organized by the China Chemical and Physical Power Industry Association, will take place from March 23 to 25, 2025, at the Hangzhou International Expo Center. This year’s event marks the fifteenth edition of the conference and is co-hosted by the Energy Storage Applications Branch of the Association and China Energy Storage Network, with academic support from the expert committee of the Association.
The CIES2025 will feature a range of topics including:
- Integration of smart distribution networks and new energy storage
- Innovations in new power systems and grid scheduling
- Collaboration between new energy storage and large-scale renewable energy bases
- International energy storage and power auxiliary services
- Industry green microgrids
- Smart energy storage system integration solutions
- Safety and certification for energy storage
- Investment in new energy storage technologies
- Trends in long-duration energy storage technologies
Throughout the three-day event, over 500 industry leaders, academicians, and experts will share insights, while key research reports, including the 2025 White Paper on New Energy Storage Industry Development and the 2025 Industrial Green Microgrid Development White Paper, will be released.
The conference will highlight 17 key trends in the energy storage sector, including:
1. The Future of Smart Energy Storage
As China’s energy transition accelerates, the energy storage industry has entered a period of rapid growth. According to the CESA database, new installations are projected to reach 42.46 GW / 109.58 GWh in 2024, with power capacity increasing by 99.17% and energy capacity by 129.56% compared to the previous year.
2. Collaboration Between New Energy Storage and Renewable Energy Bases
With the national “dual carbon” goals, the construction of large-scale wind and solar bases has become a core strategy. Energy storage is increasingly viewed as essential for balancing the variability of renewable sources.
3. Industrial Green Microgrids
Industrial green microgrids are crucial for enhancing energy efficiency and ensuring safe power usage, representing a significant path toward achieving low-carbon industrial transformation.
4. Long-Duration Energy Storage Technology
In response to global energy transition trends, the long-duration energy storage technology sector is expected to experience explosive growth, with notable policy support and technical breakthroughs.
5. Overcoming Financing Challenges in Energy Storage
With the energy storage industry experiencing a funding squeeze, this year’s conference will address how to navigate financing challenges and explore new investment opportunities.
6. Stricter Global Safety Standards for Energy Storage
The rapid growth of energy storage installations has raised safety concerns, particularly regarding fire hazards. The conference will discuss the emerging global safety standards in this context.
7. Strategies for China’s Battery Industry in the ESG Era
As the demand for clean energy rises, the battery industry is undergoing rapid development. The conference will explore how Chinese companies can adapt to new international regulations and market dynamics.
8. Challenges in Energy Storage Grid Scheduling
The integration of energy storage into the grid has been hampered by issues in scheduling. This year’s conference will focus on the latest guidelines and policies aimed at improving grid operations.
9. The Rise of Hybrid Energy Storage Systems
Hybrid energy storage systems are increasingly being adopted to meet diverse energy storage needs and enhance efficiency across various scenarios.
10. The Growing Importance of Networked Energy Storage
Networked energy storage systems are becoming crucial for the development of new power systems, with significant projects emerging across western provinces in China.
11. Opportunities and Challenges in Global Energy Storage Markets
As overseas markets for energy storage expand, Chinese companies are faced with both opportunities and challenges, necessitating strategic adaptations for competitive advantage.
12. Vehicle-to-Grid Interactions
The rapid growth of electric vehicles presents new opportunities for vehicle-to-grid technologies, which are currently transitioning from conceptual frameworks to practical applications.
13. Innovations in Market Mechanisms and Business Models
The conference will address the need for innovative market mechanisms to enhance the participation of new energy storage in power markets.
14. Launch of Over 100 Innovative Products
In 2025, CIES will feature a dedicated segment for the launch of over 100 new products, showcasing advancements in energy storage technologies.
15. Release of Key Research Outcomes
During the conference, several pivotal research reports will be released, providing insights into industry trends and developments.
16. Awards for Influential Figures in Energy Storage
The conference will also honor outstanding contributions to the energy storage sector, recognizing individuals and organizations that have significantly impacted the industry.
17. Top Rankings in the Energy Storage Sector
This event will also unveil rankings of leading companies in various segments of the energy storage industry, reinforcing China’s position as a global leader.
Join us at the 2025 CIES to explore these trends and engage with industry leaders shaping the future of energy storage!
