Energy Saving

Haier has launched a static pressure air-bearing compressor, demonstrating its leadership in oil-free technology and advancing the industry towards scaled applications. This technology offers over 50% energy savings compared to traditional compressors and is protected by numerous patents. Following its success with magnetic levitation chillers, Haier aims to replicate that growth in the air-bearing chiller market, which benefits from a strong focus on green transformation. An industry alliance has been formed to accelerate the adoption of air-bearing technology.

The 2025 China Heat Pump Industry Annual Conference highlighted a shift beyond price competition towards technological innovation. While many companies remain in a price war, Haier’s 30% energy-saving technology and intelligent management platforms are gaining traction. The focus is expanding from basic heating to energy conservation, cost savings, and smart management for homes and buildings. Successful implementations in industrial parks and agricultural settings demonstrate significant cost reductions through multi-energy synergy. The industry emphasizes decarbonization and demands sophisticated system integration, requiring technological prowess from heat pump manufacturers.

China will implement a revised national standard for refrigerator energy efficiency on June 1, 2026. The new standard, classifying fridges into five grades, tightens power consumption limits by 30-40%. Grade 1 fridges will see a 40% reduction, saving consumers ~68 RMB annually. This could lead to national energy savings of 13 billion kWh. The standard also introduces a “volumetric utilization rate,” aiming for 10-30% more usable space within the same external dimensions, requiring manufacturers to innovate in insulation and component miniaturization.