SSE Market Value Top 100 Index 000155

Overview

Sichuan New Energy Power Company Limited, originally known as Sichuan Chemical Company Limited, was established in 1997. With its headquarters based in Chengdu, China, the company has widened its focus from producing and selling chemical fertilizers and basic chemical raw materials to venturing into the new energy sector. The transition into the alternative energy industry, including wind power, photovoltaic power stations, and various other forms of new energy power like biomass energy, solar heat, and geothermal energy, represents a strategic move to diversify its operations and reduce dependency on traditional chemical products. Furthermore, their involvement in lithium mining and production underscores a strategic pivot towards supporting the burgeoning electric vehicle industry.

Products and Services

• Synthetic Ammonia: Utilized widely in the production of fertilizers and as a precursor to a variety of chemical processes, aiding in the agricultural sector.
• Urea: Another essential nitrogen-rich fertilizer that plays a pivotal role in enhancing soil fertility and crop yield.
• Melamine: Primarily used in the manufacturing of melamine-formaldehyde resins, which are essential in producing laminates, dinnerware, adhesives, and coating materials.
• Ammonium Nitrate: A compound with significant applications in agriculture as a high-nitrogen fertilizer and in the construction industry as an ingredient in explosives used for demolition and mining.
• Sulfuric Acid: This chemical serves a multitude of industries, including manufacturing, metal processing, and in the production of other chemicals, underscoring its versatility and importance in industrial processes.
• Hydrogen Peroxide: Known for its use in bleaching and as a disinfectant, hydrogen peroxide serves essential roles in healthcare, cosmetics, and the paper and pulp industries.
• Wind Power and Photovoltaic Power Stations: These investments represent the company's commitment to renewable energy, offering cleaner power generation alternatives to reduce environmental impact.
• Biomass Energy, Solar Heat, and Geothermal Energy Development: Diversifying the company’s new energy portfolio, these ventures embrace a sustainable approach to energy production by harnessing natural and renewable resources.
• Lithium Ore Mining and Dressing: This indicates the company’s engagement in extracting and processing lithium ore, a critical component in the lithium battery industry.
• Lithium Salt Production: The production of lithium salts, which are primary materials for the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries, used predominantly in electric vehicles and portable electronics.
• Lithium Battery Business: Portraying a strategic move towards supporting the electric vehicle (EV) market, the company has ventured into the lithium battery sector, highlighting its role in this rapidly growing industry.