Sungrow, a globally renowned renewable energy company, has been named on Corporate Knights’ 2026 Global 100 list of the world’s most sustainable corporations during the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Sungrow, one of the world’s leading renewable energy technology companies, has achieved a major milestone by being named to Corporate Knights’ prestigious 2026 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations list. Unveiled during the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, the ranking places Sungrow 12th globally and number one in the electrical equipment manufacturing sector, underscoring the company’s strong alignment between sustainability leadership, innovation, and long-term business performance.
The Corporate Knights Global 100 is widely regarded as one of the most rigorous and credible sustainability rankings in the world. For the 2026 edition, more than 8,000 publicly listed companies with revenues exceeding USD 1 billion were evaluated. Companies were assessed across a comprehensive range of performance indicators, including sustainable investments, clean revenue generation, energy and carbon productivity, supply chain management, executive compensation alignment, diversity metrics, and revenue momentum linked to sustainability-driven business models. Sungrow’s top-tier placement reflects not only its environmental credentials, but also its ability to translate sustainability into measurable financial and operational success.
This recognition builds on Sungrow’s growing global reputation for sustainable growth. Most recently, the company was also named by TIME magazine and Statista as one of the World’s Best Companies in Sustainable Growth 2026, reinforcing its position as a benchmark for how renewable energy companies can scale responsibly while delivering strong shareholder and stakeholder value.
Sustainability Embedded in Strategy and Operations
At the core of Sungrow’s success is its deeply embedded sustainability philosophy, articulated through the guiding principle “Green Mission, Better Life.” Rather than treating sustainability as a standalone initiative, Sungrow integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into every layer of its strategy, operations, and global expansion plans.
The company’s sustainability framework is structured around five strategic pillars:
- Excellent Governance – strengthening transparency, ethical management, risk control, and long-term value creation.
- Towards Net Zero – reducing carbon emissions across operations, products, and the supply chain.
- Eco-friendly Development – minimizing environmental impact through responsible manufacturing, resource efficiency, and green design.
- Mutually Beneficial Collaboration – working closely with customers, suppliers, communities, and partners to create shared value.
- Diversity and Inclusion – fostering an equitable workplace that attracts global talent and encourages innovation.
This comprehensive approach has earned Sungrow strong third-party validation. In 2025, the company achieved an MSCI ESG rating of AAA, the highest possible score, reflecting excellence across governance, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. Sungrow was also awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal for Corporate Social Responsibility at the group level, placing it among the top-performing companies globally in ESG performance.
Clear and Ambitious Climate Commitments
Sungrow’s sustainability ambitions are reinforced by clear, time-bound climate targets that extend beyond its own operations. The company has committed to achieving carbon neutrality in its operations by 2028, demonstrating near-term accountability and action. Looking further ahead, Sungrow aims to reach carbon neutrality across its supply chain by 2038, followed by net-zero emissions across the entire supply chain by 2048.
These commitments reflect Sungrow’s recognition that meaningful climate action requires engagement far beyond corporate boundaries. By working closely with suppliers, logistics partners, and manufacturing stakeholders, the company is building a low-carbon value chain that supports global decarbonization goals while strengthening supply resilience and efficiency.
Innovation as the Bridge to a Sustainable Future
Innovation sits at the heart of Sungrow’s sustainability journey. The company firmly believes that technological progress is the most effective bridge between economic growth and environmental responsibility. This belief is captured in its brand value proposition, “Bridge to a Sustainable Future,” which emphasizes the role of advanced power electronics and digital intelligence in converting natural resources into reliable, affordable clean energy.
Sungrow’s commitment to research and development is substantial and consistent. In the first three quarters of 2025 alone, the company invested approximately USD 438 million in R&D. This sustained investment has resulted in a formidable innovation portfolio, with more than 11,000 patents filed, covering technologies across solar inverters, wind power converters, energy storage systems, EV charging solutions, and hydrogen energy equipment.
This deep technical expertise allows Sungrow to continuously enhance efficiency, reliability, and grid compatibility, helping customers navigate increasingly complex energy systems while accelerating the global transition to renewables.
Delivering Measurable Global Impact
The real-world impact of Sungrow’s technology is already being felt at scale. By the end of June 2025, the company’s cumulative installed capacity of power electronic converters exceeded 870 GW worldwide. These installations span more than 100 countries and regions, supporting utilities, commercial and industrial customers, and emerging markets alike.
Through its collaboration with customers and partners, Sungrow’s solutions enable the avoidance of over 540 million tons of CO₂ emissions annually, a contribution that highlights the company’s pivotal role in global decarbonization efforts. From large-scale solar and wind projects to advanced energy storage systems and EV charging infrastructure, Sungrow continues to expand a diversified clean energy portfolio that addresses multiple sectors of the energy transition.
A Model for Sustainable Industrial Leadership
Sungrow’s inclusion in the Corporate Knights 2026 Global 100—and its top ranking within the electrical equipment manufacturing sector—demonstrates that sustainability and competitiveness are not mutually exclusive. On the contrary, Sungrow’s performance illustrates how a clear sustainability vision, backed by innovation, governance excellence, and long-term investment, can drive resilience and growth in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.
As governments, industries, and investors intensify their focus on climate action and sustainable development, Sungrow stands out as a model of how renewable energy companies can lead responsibly at scale. By aligning its business strategy with global sustainability goals, Sungrow is not only strengthening its market leadership but also helping to shape a cleaner, more resilient energy future for communities around the world.
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