From advanced photovoltaic manufacturing to innovative solar-aquaculture projects, Eric’s visit offered a window into how technology, sustainability, and international collaboration are coming together—particularly in the context of growing China–Brazil cooperation in the energy sector.
Inside CHINT’s PV Module Factory
Eric’s journey began at CHINT’s photovoltaic module production facility in Wenzhou, where he was guided by engineer Kang Zhongping through the full manufacturing process of solar cells.
At the smart factory, Eric learned how:
12 key production processes are seamlessly connected through intelligent equipment
Each solar cell is only 0.125 millimeters thick
A single production line can produce 215,000 solar cells per day
Beyond scale and speed, Kang explained that automated production lines significantly improve product consistency, traceability, and quality control—allowing continuous optimization across the entire manufacturing workflow. For Eric, the visit highlighted how innovation directly translates into efficiency and reliability at industrial scale.
The Fishing-PV Complementary Model
Eric then moved from manufacturing to application, visiting CHINT’s “Fishing-PV Complementary” solar power station built on coastal tidal flats.
In this model, photovoltaic panels generate electricity above, while fish farming takes place below—creating a dual-use system that integrates clean energy production with sustainable aquaculture.
According to the project team:
The station generates approximately 320 million kWh of electricity annually, enough to power more than 80,000 households
Aquaculture adds an extra RMB 3,000 per acre per year in fishery output
For Eric, the project demonstrated how solar energy can move beyond land-based installations and become part of broader ecological and economic systems.
Opportunities for China–Brazil Energy Cooperation
Reflecting on what he saw, Eric noted that while Brazil already has extensive solar applications, most are land-based. He expressed optimism that China and Brazil could collaborate on new models—combining technological expertise with complementary local conditions.
Summer Xia, CHINT’s rotating general manager for Latin America, shared that energy has long been a key pillar of China–Brazil cooperation. Having entered the Brazilian market over 20 years ago, CHINT has steadily expanded its local footprint, including:
Establishing overseas warehouses
Opening an instrument manufacturing plant in Brazil
Building a full industrial chain that supports local manufacturing and energy transition
Over the years, CHINT has supplied Brazil with a broad portfolio of solutions—from low-voltage electrical equipment to high-efficiency photovoltaic modules—supporting the country’s shift toward cleaner and more reliable energy.
A Shared Path Forward
Eric’s visit offered more than a tour of facilities—it provided a snapshot of how Chinese energy solutions are evolving from advanced manufacturing to integrated, sustainable applications. With shared goals in technology, sustainability, and development, China and Brazil are well-positioned to deepen cooperation and shape the future of clean energy together.
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