Trina Solar Co Ltd, one of the world's largest suppliers of solar equipment, is sponsoring a major digital media art exhibition being held in Beijing, to raise public awareness of the environmental benefits of using photovoltaic panels.

Organizers of the event, Photosynthesis, say the company's most advanced solar units will be on display to underline just how important a role the technology plays in global environmental protection.

After shipping more than 3.66 gigawatts-worth of equipment last year, Trina Solar is now expanding into the development and operation of power plants.