Korean Patent Bolsters Sunrise’s Global Leadership in Anode Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries, Energy Storage, and AI Data Centers

Dover, USA, Sept. 30, 2025 – Sunrise New Energy Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: EPOW), referred to as “Sunrise” or “the Company,” a prominent global provider of anode materials for lithium-ion batteries and energy storage solutions, announced today that its subsidiary, Sunrise (Guizhou) New Energy Materials Co., Ltd., has been awarded a Korean patent (Patent No. 10-2809382). The patent pertains to its invention, which is titled “Preparation Method of an Anode Material for Lithium-Ion Batteries.” This significant accomplishment reinforces Sunrise’s leading position worldwide in the lithium-ion battery and energy storage sectors, and notably expands its technology’s potential applications to include AI data center energy storage systems.

This recently awarded patent outlines an innovative preparation technique that substantially boosts the efficiency, cycle longevity, and power output of anode materials based on graphite. Through improvements in both first-cycle Coulombic efficiency and high-rate performance, this development establishes a foundational breakthrough for future battery technologies.

Beyond its utility in powering electric vehicles and large-scale grid energy storage installations, this technology is especially fitting for AI data center energy storage units. These applications require extremely high reliability, quick charging, and extended operational lifespans. The capability to cater to such rigorous requirements further underscores Sunrise’s adaptability and pioneering advancements within the worldwide battery supply chain.

“Receiving this Korean patent strongly validates our research and development efforts and further confirms Sunrise’s leadership in advanced anode technologies,” stated Mr. Haiping Hu, CEO of Sunrise. “This breakthrough not only solidifies our global standing in lithium-ion batteries and energy storage but also allows us to deliver high-performance storage solutions for AI data centers, which represents one of the world’s most rapidly expanding markets.”

About Sunrise New Energy Co., Ltd

Sunrise New Energy Co., Ltd., based in Zibo, Shandong Province, China, operates through its joint venture in the production and distribution of graphite anode material for lithium-ion batteries. The Company’s joint venture has finished building a production facility in Guizhou Province, China, capable of producing 50,000 tons annually. This plant utilizes affordable, renewable electricity, positioning Sunrise New Energy as a cost-efficient and environmentally responsible manufacturer of graphite anode material. Mr. Haiping Hu, the Company’s founder and CEO, has been a significant innovator in China’s graphite anode industry since 1999. The Company’s leadership team also comprises seasoned experts with extensive experience and notable achievements in the graphite anode sector. Furthermore, the Company manages a knowledge-sharing platform within China. For additional details, please visit the Company’s website at .

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