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Supply Partners and Sungrow Australia Announce Strategic Partnership to Elevate Industry Training Standards

Supply Partners, Australia’s leading distributor of solar and energy storage solutions, has joined forces with Sungrow Australia to enhance industry training through its dedicated training division, New Energy Training. This collaboration will see Sungrow providing cutting-edge inverters and battery technology to support training
programs, equipping over 1000 students a year with the skills needed to excel in the rapidly evolving renewable energy sector.

With permanent training facilities in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, along with mobile training rigs enabling regional training across Australia, New Energy Training is committed to making industry-leading education available nationwide. Through this initiative, aspiring and current electricians will receive hands-on experience with Sungrow’s innovative hardware, empowering them to obtain the necessary accreditation for designing and installing PV, inverter, and battery systems, including standalone power systems for off-grid applications.

“The future of renewable energy depends not only on advanced technology, but on the people who install and support it every day. At Sungrow Australia, we believe investing in training is investing in the long-term strength of our industry. By partnering with New Energy Training, we’re helping build a highly capable workforce
equipped with the skills, confidence and hands-on experience needed to deliver safe, reliable and future-ready energy solutions across Australia.”
said Joe Zhou, Vice President of Sungrow Asia Pacific.

New Energy Training CEO Patrick Morrissey says

“We are incredibly grateful to Sungrow Australia for their generous support in providing world-class inverters and battery technology for our training programs at New Energy Training. This partnership not only reinforces our shared commitment to quality and innovation but also ensures that electricians across Australia, including those in regional areas, have access to the best possible training and hands-on experience with industry- leading equipment.  Sungrow’s reputation for reliability and performance is second to none, and we’re proud to align our training initiatives with a brand that consistently delivers excellence. Furthermore, this sponsorship is a testament to the leadership and vision of Sungrow’s Managing Director, whose dedication to advancing industry skills will have a lasting impact on the renewable energy sector. We look forward to continuing this strong partnership and shaping the future of clean energy together.”

This partnership underscores Sungrow’s ongoing commitment to advancing clean energy adoption through education and innovation. New Energy Trainings extensive training programs will ensure that electricians are prepared to meet the increasing demand for renewable energy solutions, contributing to a more sustainable future.

(Zoe Zhou, VP of Sungrow Asia Pacific with Lliam Ricketts, Co-Founder and Director of Innovation at Supply Partners, signing the official agreement at Sungrow HQ, in April)

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About Supply Partners.

 Supply Partners is a premier distributor of solar and energy storage solutions, providing high-quality products and training to the Australian renewable energy sector. With a focus on technical excellence and customer support, Supply Partners empowers installers and businesses with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed.  New Energy Training is a registered training organisation, delivering quality training for Supply Partners and the industry, improving industry skills and professionalism.

For more information please visit : https://newenergytraining.com.au

About Sungrow.

Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 29 years. As of June 2025, Sungrow has installed 870 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The Company is recognized as the world’s most bankable PV inverter and energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects across the globe, supported by a network of 520 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experience. At Sungrow, we’re committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service.

For more information, please visit: https://www.sungrowpower.com/au/en

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