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CATL Invests in Data Center Power Infrastructure

Date:2026-04-13

China’s battery giant CATL has invested RMB 4.1 billion (~USD 600M) to acquire a 49% stake in Zhongheng Technology Investment, a key shareholder of Zhongheng Electric — a long-time provider of HVDC power solutions for major clients like Alibaba and Tencent.
 
Why it matters
AI-driven demand is accelerating the shift from AC to HVDC architecture, while energy storage becomes a critical component of next-generation data centers.
 
Stragtegic synergy
CATL’s energy storage capabilities + Zhongheng’s HVDC expertise position them strongly in this emerging space.
 
Industry momentum
Companies like Nvidia and SolarEdge are also accelerating innovation — highlighting a fast-growing convergence between energy and digital infrastructure.
 
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Source:https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/Zxg3ijw6D6Hx856gPQ1IEA
 
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