Huadian Xinjiang Hami Kushui Second stands out as a noteworthy wind power generation facility, holding the 1232nd position among 4430 power plants in China and ranking 12th among the nation’s 833 wind plants. With a capacity of 201 MW, this facility is an essential contributor to the renewable energy landscape, especially in an area otherwise dominated by coal energy sources. The technology utilized at this wind farm includes cutting-edge wind turbines that harness wind energy to produce electricity, reflecting China's increasing investment in renewable resources. Situated in the Xinjiang region, this facility is unique due to its isolated location, with no nearby power plants within a 50 km radius. This geographic feature highlights its role as a standalone renewable energy source, contributing to an energy mix that still heavily relies on coal, the dominant fuel in China, which represents the bulk of the country’s impressive 1,603,494 MW total capacity. Despite only accounting for 0.01% of national capacity, Huadian Xinjiang Hami Kushui Second embodies the shift towards renewable energy, aligning with national strategies to reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy security. Operated by Huadian Corporation and having been commissioned recently, this facility underscores the importance of wind energy in China’s future energy strategy. As the nation continues its transition towards a more sustainable energy model, Huadian Xinjiang Hami Kushui Second exemplifies the potential of wind power to expand its share of the energy mix and contribute positively to the environment.
16 years old
China, Asia
- Primary Fuel Type
- Wind
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
China- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Wind power generation harnesses the kinetic energy of wind to produce electricity, making it one of the fastest-growing renewable energy sources globally. This process begins with wind turbines, which consist of large blades mounted on a tower. As the wind blows, it causes the blades to rotate, transforming the wind's kinetic energy into mechanical energy. This mechanical energy is then converted into electrical energy through a generator connected to the turbine. The efficiency of wind turbines has significantly improved over the past decades, with modern designs capable of generating power even at low wind speeds.
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