Expert Insights: Smart Microgrids Empowering a New Era of Green Mines

According to the plan by the Ministry of Natural Resources and seven other departments, by the end of 2028, 90% of large mines and 80% of medium-sized mines nationwide are expected to meet the green mine standards. Many regions have already made early arrangements. For example, Shaanxi Province requires 50% of large and medium-sized mines to meet the standards by the end of 2026, while Sichuan Province aims to increase the proportion of green mines to 15%, 40%, and 70% from 2025 to 2027, respectively. Driven by policies, mining companies are accelerating intelligent transformation, with smart microgrids becoming a key to the transition due to their flexible and efficient energy management characteristics. Smart microgrids achieve dynamic balance of energy supply and demand through the "PV + ESS + intelligent regulation" model. In a demonstration project at a mining area, four 6MW distributed PV power stations generate over 41.5 million kWh annually, with a total power generation of 970 million kWh over 25 years, equivalent to an annual power generation duration of over 1,600 hours. The accompanying mobile energy storage system can quickly respond to grid fluctuations, increasing the clean energy consumption rate by over 20% and effectively reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The large-scale application of smart microgrids not only reshapes the energy structure of mines but also provides a replicable technical paradigm for sustainable industry development through data-driven precise regulation. Driven by both policy and market forces, this technology is accelerating the mining industry's transition to a new era of green, efficient, and intelligent operations. SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. (referred to as SMM) will launch the Battery Raw Materials Forum at the CLNB 2025 (10th) New Energy Industry Expo from April 16 to 18, 2025. Meng Limin, Chairman of Jiangsu Fanye Power Energy Equipment Co., Ltd., will discuss smart microgrids and empower the new era of green mines by combining industry data, technological trends, and industrial dynamics. Keynote Speaker: Topic: Smart Microgrids, Empowering the New Era of Green Mines Meng Limin, Member of the Jiangsu Overseas Chinese Federation, Standing Committee Member of the Wuxi Overseas Chinese Federation, Vice President of the Wuxi Overseas Chinese Chamber of Commerce, Vice President of the Canadian Jiangsu Chinese Federation, President of Wuxi Ruiling Metal Products Co., Ltd., Chairman of Jiangsu Fanye Power Energy Equipment Co., Ltd., and President of Canadian Astralon United Power Co., Ltd. About Fanye: Fanye Power has designed and developed a containerized microgrid integrating PV systems, energy storage systems, energy management systems, PCS, PDS, transformers, fire protection systems, temperature control systems, and other modules. It comprehensively manages and regulates PV power generation, energy storage charging and discharging, diesel generator power generation, and end-user equipment power supply, while also reserving input ports for grid power, wind turbines, hydro generators, and other energy sources, retaining more expansion possibilities. Additionally, Fanye's self-developed data management platform enables owners to remotely monitor and manage the entire system, supporting computer and mobile login and access, encrypted transmission, global visibility, and strong security. Battery Raw Materials Forum April 17 [09:00-09:30] The Necessity of Battery Raw Materials Strategy and International Cooperation Guest Speaker: Martin Ma, China GM, International Lithium Association [09:30-10:00] Unlocking Green Energy: Responsible Mineral Strategy in Energy Transition Guest Speaker: Mr. Daniel Abdo, Director of International Relations and Business Development, Sigma Lithium [10:00-10:20] Lithium Resource Mining and Sustainable Development: Balancing Demand and Environmental Impact Guest Speaker: To be confirmed [10:20-10:40] Topic to be confirmed Guest Speaker: Alfred H Knight [10:40-11:00] Smart Microgrids, Empowering the New Era of Green Mines Guest Speaker: Meng Limin, Chairman, Jiangsu Fanye Power Energy Equipment Co., Ltd. [11:00-11:20] Legal Risks and Prevention Strategies for Investing in Sichuan Spodumene Mines: Case Studies Guest Speaker: Fan Xiaoqiang, Senior Partner and Director of Mining Compliance Construction Promotion Center, Beijing Yuren Law Firm [11:20-12:10] Current Status and Challenges of the Global Lithium Battery Raw Materials Supply Chain Moderator: Zhou Zhicheng, Senior Analyst of New Energy Industry Research, SMM Information & Technology Co., Ltd. Guest Speakers: Dr. Mark Mistry, Senior Public Policy Manager, Nickel Institute; Tsutomu Aoki, Head of Battery Division, BASC Japan Battery Supply Chain Association; Elizaveta Iakubets, Battery Metals Trader, Open Mineral; Gao Han, Senior Analyst, S&P Global Mobility More Exciting Summits April 16, 2025 Opening Ceremony & Forum of Academicians and Top-Tier Entrepreneurs Business Package New Energy Industry Forum: SMM Sodium-Ion Battery Application Market Development Seminar Invest in Poland: New Energy Strategy Forum SMM New-Type Anode Material Innovation Seminar International Cobalt Association Industry Salon Sub-Forum 1: New Energy Mineral Exploration and Industry Development Forum Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony April 17, 2025 Sub-Forum 2: Battery Raw Materials Forum Sub-Forum 3: New Energy Battery Materials Forum Sub-Forum 4: Hydrogen Energy Industry Development Forum Business Package Sub-Forum 5: Lithium Battery Recycling Forum Sub-Forum 6: All-Solid-State Battery Forward-Looking Technology Forum Sub-Forum 7: Battery Auxiliary Materials Forum Sub-Forum 8: New Energy PV ESS Forum Sub-Forum 9: International Mining Investment and Development Summit Forum CLNB 2025 (10th) New Energy Industry Expo provides a high-quality platform for exchange and cooperation in the new energy industry. Meng Limin, Chairman of Jiangsu Fanye Power Energy Equipment Co., Ltd., will attend this grand event to share her rich industry experience and unique strategic vision. It is believed that based on this exchange and discussion, all parties will promote cooperation and development across the entire new energy industry chain to new heights, contributing to the global energy transition. April 18, 2025 Sub-Forum 10: Overseas Market Forum Sub-Forum 11: Low-Altitude Economy Forum Sub-Forum 12: Suzhou Virtual Power Plant Ecosystem Forum (3rd) CLNB 2025 New Energy Full Industry Chain Expo Time: April 16-18, 2025 Location: Suzhou International Expo Center This exhibition focuses on the entire new energy industry chain, showcasing power batteries, energy storage, raw materials, materials, equipment, mining, and battery recycling, providing a one-stop exhibition experience.