At the All Energy Australia exhibition in Melbourne, Australia, on Oct. 29, 2026, global testing, inspection, and certification leader DEKRA, alongside Conformity Certification Services (CCS), presented Guangzhou Sanjing Electric Co., Ltd. (SAJ) with an Australian EESS Certificate. This milestone was accompanied by the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement between DEKRA and SAJ, establishing a long-term partnership aimed at advancing global compliance and product safety.

During this collaboration, SAJ achieved a major industry milestone by securing the world's first Clean Energy Council (CEC) listing under the new SA TS 5398:2025 standard. This achievement positions SAJ as the first company globally to secure a CEC listing in accordance with Australia's updated safety requirements for energy storage equipment.

Pioneering Compliance Under Australia's New Energy Storage Standards

The regulatory landscape for energy storage in Australia is undergoing a significant transition. The SA TS 5398:2025 standard represents Australia's new mandatory safety specification for energy storage equipment. This standard is scheduled to formally replace the existing Battery Performance Guide (BPG) in 2027. Following this transition, the Clean Energy Council (CEC) will no longer accept applications under the previous BPG requirements.

By securing the world's first CEC listing under SA TS 5398:2025, SAJ has aligned its integrated solar, storage, and charging solutions with Australia's upcoming regulatory framework ahead of the mandatory deadline. This early compliance, combined with the newly awarded EESS certification, establishes a strong regulatory foundation for SAJ's ongoing expansion within the Australian renewable energy market.

Technical Breakdown of the Certified Solutions

The comprehensive testing and certification process conducted by DEKRA verified that SAJ's independently developed residential energy solutions meet Australia's stringent local access requirements. The certified systems include:

  • The EK90 HS5 integrated solar inverter and battery storage system
  • The EK70 HS5 integrated solar inverter and battery storage system
  • Whole-house backup capabilities
  • The elekeeper smart energy management system

These integrated solutions are designed to address the specific demands of the Australian market. By combining solar generation, battery storage, and intelligent management, the systems allow households to generate, store, and manage their own energy. The integration of the elekeeper smart energy management platform enables continuous intelligent upgrades and optimization of the user energy experience.

Strategic Cooperation and Global Expansion

The signing of the strategic cooperation agreement marks a transition from individual product-level testing to a broader, long-term partnership between DEKRA and SAJ. Under this agreement, the two organizations will deepen their collaboration across several key areas, including:

  • Product safety and quality management
  • Global compliance services
  • International market expansion support

Jacky Bai, Vice President of Renewable Sales & Business Development at DEKRA China, highlighted the technical capabilities demonstrated by SAJ's systems during the certification process. Bai noted that the collaboration successfully positioned SAJ's products early for Australia's evolving energy storage requirements, and affirmed that DEKRA will continue to provide global compliance solutions to support high-quality Chinese energy storage products as they expand internationally.

Samil Ouyang, Chairman and CEO of SAJ, emphasized the strategic importance of the Australian market, which features one of the world's leading rooftop photovoltaic sectors. Ouyang stated that energy storage is poised to become a major driver of the country's renewable energy development. He described the successful compliance with the SA TS 5398 standard as a validation of SAJ's research and development capabilities and product philosophy. Ouyang also emphasized that strong ecosystem partnerships with channel partners, installers, and end users are fundamental to creating shared value and contributing to the region's green energy transition.

Industry Implications and Ecosystem Dynamics

As Australia transitions toward stricter safety standards for residential energy storage, early compliance becomes a critical competitive advantage for technology providers. The collaboration between DEKRA, CCS, and SAJ highlights the growing importance of third-party certification in facilitating international trade and market access. By meeting the SA TS 5398:2025 requirements well ahead of the 2027 transition, SAJ mitigates regulatory risks and provides installers and consumers with certified, future-proof energy solutions.

This partnership also underscores the role of global testing organizations like DEKRA in supporting the internationalization of renewable energy manufacturers. With its extensive history in safety and compliance, DEKRA provides the technical verification necessary to build trust in new energy technologies across diverse regional markets.

About the Certification Partners

DEKRA has operated as a trusted organization in safety for more than 100 years. Founded in 1925 with the original goal of improving road safety through vehicle inspections, the company has expanded to become the world's largest independent, non-listed expert organization in testing, inspection, and certification.

  • In 2025, DEKRA generated revenue of 4.4 billion euros.
  • The organization employs more than 48,000 people.
  • DEKRA operates in approximately 60 countries across five continents.
  • The company holds a Platinum sustainability rating from EcoVadis, placing it among the top 1% of globally assessed companies.

Through this expanded partnership, SAJ and DEKRA aim to continue driving safety, quality, and compliance in the rapidly growing global energy storage sector.