Despite the higher standards, WHES has successfully retained its place on the BNEF Tier 1 list, reinforcing its strong presence in the global energy storage sector.
New Standards: Navigating Challenges and Seizing Opportunities
To maintain the leadership of top brands in the energy storage industry, BNEF has further opti-mized its Tier 1 evaluation metrics for 2025, with a greater emphasis on global delivery capabili-ties, large-scale applications, and stricter audits of customer diversity and project validity. Projects that meet these new standards are considered highly financeable, further strengthening the com-petitive advantage of Tier 1 companies.
As a leading authority in the global renewable energy sector, BNEF is renowned for its thorough review process, detailed qualification checks, and expert evaluation teams. The results of its Tier 1 list are impartial and trustworthy, making it one of the most respected and influential rankings in the energy storage industry. BNEF’s Tier 1 list is widely acknowledged by international financial institu-tions and renewable energy investors.
WHES: Leading the Future with Technological Innovation
In response to the increasingly stringent evaluation criteria, WHES has proven its strong capabili-ties. The company has stood out with its safe and reliable product designs, industry-leading sys-tem efficiency, and high investment returns through its high-quality projects. Its integrated digital energy solutions, including virtual power plants, load forecasting, and spot trading SaaS services, have not only earned widespread market recognition but also laid a solid foundation for its suc-cessful listing.
WHES’s commercial and industrial energy storage system, the PowerCore series, uses CATL's original battery modules and a high-precision BMS, ensuring rigorous management across all com-ponents to maintain optimal system performance and safety. Recently, the PowerCore series suc-cessfully passed the comprehensive UL9540A test, positioning WHES as one of the few compa-nies in the industry to achieve full UL9540A certification for its entire energy storage system. This milestone further validates the superior safety and performance of the PowerCore series, esta-blishing it as a trusted, high-quality solution for efficient energy management across various appli-cations.
WHES has overcome the challenges of exporting pre-installed battery module cabinets, signifi-cantly shortening the delivery cycle from order to operation in international markets. This achieve-ment reflects the company’s dedication to providing “ultimate service.”
The company’s self-developed PANGU OS intelligent energy management system enables multi-energy complementarity and delivers 24/7 uninterrupted management. This innovation enhances energy efficiency and ensures long-term, stable economic returns for its customers.
To date, WHES has successfully completed projects in 31 countries and regions, delivering signifi-cant economic benefits to clients while ensuring a stable and secure power supply. This track re-cord has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner for users worldwide.
WHES will continue to uphold its customer-centric development philosophy, advancing the deve-lopment of more efficient, stable, and safe technologies and solutions. The company remains com-mitted to promoting a green, low-carbon society while supporting the global energy transition and sustainable development.
