On December 20, 2025, the 10th International Conference on Clean Energy and Power Generation Technology (CEPGT 2025) officially commenced at Hohai University (Changzhou Campus) in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province. Co-hosted by Hohai University and the Jiangsu Renewable Energy Society, the conference was jointly organized by Hohai University's School of New Energy, the Jiangsu Photovoltaic Industry Association, and the Jintan District Association for Science and Technology. It received strong support from the Changzhou Association for Science and Technology and the AEIC Academic Exchange Center. The event brought together over a hundred experts, scholars, researchers, and industry representatives from universities and enterprises worldwide for high-level, in-depth exchanges on cutting-edge developments in clean energy and power generation technologies.
The opening ceremony was presided over by Professor Bai Jianbo, Vice Dean of the School of New Energy at Hohai University and Chair of the Conference. Ms. He Zhixia, Vice President of the Jiangsu Renewable Energy Society, and Ms. Wu Zeying, Vice Chairperson of the Changzhou Association for Science and Technology, delivered opening addresses. They jointly emphasized the critical importance of strengthening academic exchanges and industry-academia-research collaborative innovation in advancing the energy technology revolution and building a new energy system, particularly against the backdrop of global energy transition and the “dual carbon” strategy. Both speakers highly commended the conference's academic value and societal significance.
The morning keynote session brought together leading minds from the global energy and power sector. Professor Kwok W. Cheung, a member of the National Academy of Engineering and IEEE Fellow, delivered insights via video link on “Modern Power System Operations with Significant Renewable Penetration: Challenges and Opportunities.” He systematically analyzed the operational challenges and key response technologies facing North American and European power markets as they integrate high proportions of renewable energy. Professor Yang Qinmin (represented by Jiang Xuejun), Changjiang Scholar at Zhejiang University; Professor Zhang Zhenbin, National Thousand Talents Program expert at Shandong University; Professor Zhang Yiming, National Youth Talent at Fuzhou University; Professor Cheng Yajun, Marie Curie Fellow at Hohai University, and Professor Zhang Haochun, Head of the Nuclear Science and Engineering Department at Harbin Institute of Technology, took the stage in succession. They shared their latest research findings and technological outlooks on cutting-edge topics including intelligent sensing for offshore wind power, sensorless control of electric drive systems, wireless power transmission, electrochemical energy storage, and AI-driven optimization of nuclear energy systems. The six substantive and visionary presentations delivered an exceptional academic feast for attendees.
Parallel Breakout Sessions Deepen Focus, Sparking Technological Innovation
Three parallel breakout sessions were held simultaneously in the afternoon, fostering a vibrant atmosphere of discussion.
Panel Discussion 1: Modeling and Mechanisms of New Energy Systems, chaired by Associate Professor Zhang Yi from Hohai University. Associate Professor Ding Kuan from Nanjing Forestry University and Associate Professor Nan Wenguang from Nanjing Tech University delivered compelling invited presentations on biomass conversion and granular flow dynamics. Subsequently, young scholars from institutions including Hohai University and Shandong University delivered oral presentations on topics such as photovoltaic power forecasting, control of concentrated solar thermal systems, wireless power transmission system design, and wind turbine load reduction optimization. These presentations showcased innovative applications of artificial intelligence and advanced algorithms in the refined modeling and optimized control of new energy systems.
Panel Discussion 2: Energy Storage Materials and Technologies was chaired by Dr. Zhai Junfeng from Hohai University. Associate Professor Muhammad Junaid from China University of Mining and Technology delivered the keynote presentation titled “Self-Induced Magnetic Field Control of Liquid Nitrogen Arcs,” exploring innovative pathways for environmentally friendly high-voltage switchgear. Researchers from institutions including Shanghai Maritime University and Xi'an Jiaotong University presented multi-level research findings—spanning material mechanisms to system integration—on hot topics such as lithium-ion battery life prediction, carbon dioxide energy storage, phase-change material thermal management, and novel thermoelectric materials. Their work highlighted the diversified development trajectory of energy storage technologies.
Panel Discussion 3: Hydrogen Energy and Other Novel Energy Materials, chaired by Dr. Waqar AKRAM from Hohai University. All eight presentations focused on hydrogen energy and novel energy conversion materials. Research teams from Shanghai Maritime University, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, and others showcased in-depth explorations in areas including solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) performance optimization, proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC) marine adaptability, high-efficiency catalysts for hydrogen peroxide production via water electrolysis, and advanced heat exchanger design alongside LNG tank safety. These efforts reflect the latest trends in tackling key technological challenges across the hydrogen energy industry chain.
This conference has established an efficient platform for international academic dialogue and collaboration in the field of clean energy. Experts unanimously agreed that in the face of global energy transformation, it is imperative to further strengthen the integration of fundamental research and engineering applications, accelerate breakthroughs in core technologies, and promote interdisciplinary convergence. The successful convening of this conference not only showcased the latest advancements in clean energy generation technologies but also provided valuable opportunities for young scholars in related fields to present their work and learn from peers, effectively fostering the development of academic communities and the formation of innovation networks.
Moving forward, the CEPGT International Conference will continue to uphold its principles of openness and collaboration, persistently tracking global energy technology trends to contribute wisdom and strength toward building a modern energy system that is clean, low-carbon, secure, and efficient.