Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore and Trinasolar are to collaborate on the development of smart ESS to enhance efficiency, reliability and economic viability in renewable energy applications.
Led by the NTU’s Energy Research Institute, the collaboration aims to develop AI-driven tools that can improve investment decisions, enhance system stability through intelligent energy forecasting, and deploy smart optimisation algorithms for diverse energy storage applications.
The two parties formalised their partnership through the signing of a technology research collaboration agreement.
NTU Vice President for Industry, Professor Lam Khin Yong, highlighted the importance of academia-industry collaboration, commenting: “This partnership between NTU and Trinasolar reflects our commitment to advancing energy technologies that will support global efforts towards a low-carbon future. NTU has deep links with industry players and a strong track record in successful industry collaborations for renewable energy power grids, thus enabling smooth commercialisation pathways for any intellectual property developed in our joint partnerships. By aligning cutting-edge research with industry needs, we want to develop impactful solutions that build a more sustainable and energy-resilient future.”
Trinasolar Executive President Helena Li added: “As one of the leading global manufacturers of PV and ESS solutions with 30 world records under its belt, Trinasolar brings to the table its expertise in global solar-storage market trends and cutting-edge technologies. We are delighted to collaborate with NTU, a top-tier research institution renowned for its academic excellence. This initiative aims to deliver tangible value to energy storage customers, including cost optimisation, improved return on investment and enhanced system reliability.”
