Midea Group(000333)2024-06-25 10:09Group 1: Sales Performance - Midea Group achieved the highest sales during the 618 shopping festival, leading the industry with a total sales volume across all networks [1] - The company ranked first in the retail sales of several product categories, including air conditioners and high-end washing machines [1] - Midea's air conditioning products have been recognized for their energy efficiency, with models like the Cool省电 cabinet achieving top sales rankings [1] Group 2: North American Market Expansion - Midea has opened a new HVAC showroom in Flushing, New York, following the launch of its flagship showroom in the eastern United States [2] - The company is actively participating in the U.S. Department of Energy's "Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge," showcasing its commitment to innovative heat pump technology [2] - Midea's heat pump product line is designed to meet diverse climate conditions and user needs in North America, including central duct systems and multi-split heat pump systems [2] Group 3: Gender Equality Initiatives - Midea Group has officially joined the UN Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs), committing to promote gender equality and women's empowerment in the workplace [3] - The WEPs initiative includes seven principles aimed at enhancing women's leadership, equal pay, and career development opportunities [3] - Midea's chairman emphasized the company's dedication to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees [3] Group 4: Technological Advancements - Midea's project on "Key Technologies and Applications for Efficient Supply of Multi-Grade Thermal Energy from Air Source Heat Pumps" won the second prize at the National Science and Technology Progress Awards [4] - The project has led to significant technological breakthroughs, including new methods for efficient hot water production and ultra-low temperature heating solutions [4] - Midea has filed for 64 national invention patents and 5 international patents related to these technologies [4] Group 5: Energy Storage Developments - Midea showcased its energy storage solutions at the 2024 SNEC International Solar Energy Conference, highlighting its comprehensive energy solutions [5] - The Aqua series liquid-cooled energy storage product features a 21% increase in capacity density and has received high-level seismic certification [5] - Midea's photovoltaic solutions aim to provide independent green energy supply for villas, integrating power supply, heating, storage, and charging systems [5]