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HIZENERGY Achieves Tier 1 Status

On July 31, 2026, BloombergNEF (BNEF), the world's leading energy research institute, released its third quarter list of Tier 1 energy storage manufacturers. Remarkably, HIZENERGY, founded merely four years ago in Hefei, China, has secured its place amongst the global elite in energy storage suppliers.

Established in June 2022, HIZENERGY's ascension to this prestigious list has shattered the prevailing industry notion that startups need between five to eight years to meet Tier 1 criteria. This accolade is a testament to the company's technological robustness and reliable global supply capabilities, especially in the commercial and industrial (CI) sectors.

The Tier 1 list for Q3 2026 showcases 68 manufacturers, most of whom are industry giants with over a decade of existence. HIZENERGY's rapid success is largely attributed to its independent research and development (R&D) efforts. The company boasts a talented workforce comprised of over 50% research engineers who collectively hold more than 120 energy storage technology patents.

In a significant milestone for the company, HIZENERGY launched its patented 300 kW/460 kW liquid-cooled power conversion system (PCS) globally in 2026. This innovative hardware effectively addresses the persistent challenges faced by conventional energy storage systems in the CI sector, such as oversized designs, elevated operational losses in parallel configurations, and prohibitive capacity expansion costs. By establishing unprecedented technological barriers, HIZENERGY distinguishes itself from the competition.

HIZENERGY's solid project experience forms the backbone of its Tier 1 qualification. By mid-2026, the company had surpassed more than 1.8 GWh of cumulative energy storage capacity installed, with over 6,000 energy storage cabinets deployed nationwide. Additionally, HIZENERGY's parallel global deployment capability meets BNEF's rigorous evaluation standards, with local teams operating successfully in Europe and Southeast Asia.

The recognition as a BNEF Tier 1 company is viewed by HIZENERGY as a new starting point rather than a conclusion. Going forward, the company intends to leverage this world-class accreditation to further deepen its core research and development processes. This includes innovating high-power liquid-cooled storage systems and intelligent energy management software, while also broadening its service networks across Europe and Southeast Asia.

HIZENERGY aims to diversify its energy storage applications and fully commit to becoming a pioneer in global commercial and industrial energy storage solutions. With a strong dedication to providing cost-effective, top-quality energy storage solutions, HIZENERGY’s goal is to deliver stable and affordable clean energy to industrial and commercial enterprises around the globe. For more information, you can visit their website at HIZENERGY.