Sunrise Granted Korean Patent, Advancing Global Leadership in Anode Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries and Energy Storage with Applications in AI Data Centers

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Sunrise New Energy (NASDAQ: EPOW) has secured a significant Korean patent (No. 10-2809382) for its innovative lithium-ion battery anode material preparation method. The patent, granted to subsidiary Sunrise (Guizhou) New Energy Materials, represents a technological advancement that enhances graphite-based anode materials' efficiency, cycle life, and power performance.

The technology improves first-cycle Coulombic efficiency and high-rate capabilities, making it particularly suitable for three key applications: electric vehicles, grid-scale energy storage systems, and AI data center energy storage packs. The innovation specifically addresses the demanding requirements of AI data centers, which require exceptional reliability, fast charging, and extended service life.

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• Secured new Korean patent for lithium-ion battery anode material technology
• Technology improves efficiency, cycle life, and power performance of batteries
• Expands potential market reach into AI data center energy storage applications

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Dover, USA, Sept. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sunrise New Energy Co., Ltd. (“Sunrise”, the “Company”, “we” or “our”) (NASDAQ: EPOW), a global leader in anode materials for lithium-ion batteries and energy storage, today announced that its subsidiary, Sunrise (Guizhou) New Energy Materials Co., Ltd., has been granted a Korean patent (Patent No. 10-2809382) for its invention titled “Preparation Method of an Anode Material for Lithium-Ion Batteries.” This achievement further advances Sunrise’s global leadership position in the lithium-ion battery and energy storage industries, while also extending applications to AI data center energy storage applications.

The newly granted patent covers a novel preparation method that significantly improves the efficiency, cycle life, and power performance of graphite-based anode materials. By enhancing both first-cycle Coulombic efficiency and high-rate capabilities, this innovation provides a breakthrough foundation for next-generation battery applications.

In addition to powering electric vehicles and grid-scale energy storage systems, the technology is particularly well-suited for AI data center energy storage packs, which demand ultra-high reliability, rapid charging, and long service life. The ability to support such demanding use cases further demonstrates Sunrise’s versatility and forward-looking innovation in the global battery supply chain.

“This Korean patent is a strong validation of our R&D and further proof of Sunrise’s leadership in advanced anode technologies,” said Mr. Haiping Hu, CEO of Sunrise. “With this breakthrough, we are not only strengthening our position in lithium-ion batteries and energy storage worldwide but also enabling high-performance storage solutions for AI data centers, one of the fastest-growing global markets.”

About Sunrise New Energy Co., Ltd

Headquartered in Zibo, Shandong Province, China, Sunrise New Energy Co., Ltd., through its joint venture, is engaged in the manufacturing and sale of graphite anode material for lithium-ion batteries. The Company's joint venture has completed the construction of a manufacturing facility with a production capacity of 50,000 tons in Guizhou Province, China. The plant runs on inexpensive electricity from renewable sources, which helps to make Sunrise New Energy a low-cost and low–environmental-impact producer of graphite anode material. Mr. Haiping Hu, the founder and CEO of the Company, is a major pioneer for the graphite anode industry in China starting from 1999. The Company’s management team is also composed of experts with years of experiences and strong track-records of success in the graphite anode industry. In addition, the Company also operates a knowledge sharing platform in China. For further information, please visit the Company’s website at www.sunrisenewenergy.com.

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FAQ

What patent did Sunrise New Energy (EPOW) receive in Korea?

Sunrise received Korean Patent No. 10-2809382 for its invention titled 'Preparation Method of an Anode Material for Lithium-Ion Batteries', which improves the efficiency and performance of graphite-based anode materials.

How does Sunrise's new patented technology improve battery performance?

The technology enhances both first-cycle Coulombic efficiency and high-rate capabilities of graphite-based anode materials, improving overall efficiency, cycle life, and power performance of lithium-ion batteries.

What are the main applications for Sunrise's patented battery technology?

The technology is designed for three main applications: electric vehicles, grid-scale energy storage systems, and AI data center energy storage packs, with particular emphasis on AI data centers requiring high reliability and rapid charging.

Why is the Korean patent significant for Sunrise (EPOW)?

The patent validates Sunrise's R&D capabilities, strengthens its global leadership position in advanced anode technologies, and expands its presence in the growing AI data center energy storage market.