JinkoSolar, the global leading PV and ESS supplier, recently earned a spot on the 2024 Fortune China Tech 50 list. This accolade highlights JinkoSolar's robust R&D capabilities and its outstanding achievements in technological innovation within the PV industry.
The "Fortune China Tech 50" list, launched for the first time this year, aims to identify Chinese tech companies that are making a global impact. Fortune notes that among the world's most influential tech companies, Chinese firms are showcasing exceptional strength and innovation. Powered by innovation, they continuously invest in R&D and actively explore new application scenarios, achieving remarkable success both domestically and on the global stage, influencing trends and contributing significantly to the future of technological advancement.
JinkoSolar, as a globally recognized and innovative PV technology company, is committed to driving technological advancements. In May of this year, JinkoSolar achieved a perovskite cell efficiency of 33.24% based on N-type TOPCon technology, setting its 26th world record. JinkoSolar champions integrated and sustainable innovation across the entire industry chain, embedding technological improvements into every production stage, which leads to overall cost reductions and maximizes the value of innovation.
As the world’s largest PV module manufacturer, JinkoSolar continues to expand its patent portfolio through substantial investment in R&D. Annual R&D spending exceeds 6%-7%, with nearly 9 billion RMB invested from 2020 to 2022 alone, and over 6.8 billion RMB in 2023. Currently, JinkoSolar has filed over 4,100 patent applications and holds more than 2,280 active patents. The company has applied for nearly 1,000 patents related to TOPCon technology and has secured over 460 authorized patents, solidifying its position as one of the largest and most influential holders of TOPCon patents. As a leader in N-type technology development and a key holder of TOPCon patents, JinkoSolar has driven the industry’s shift towards N-type technology. Moving forward, JinkoSolar will continue to enhance its R&D efforts, leading the global photovoltaic industry in technological advancements.
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Jinko Solar was listed on the STAR Board of the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2022, and JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd., its indirect controlling shareholder, was listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2010.