Located in the heart of China’s coal-dominated energy landscape, Huainan Floating CTGNE makes its mark as a solar power generation facility with a capacity of 150 MW. Ranking 1321st out of 4430 power plants in China and 38th among the country’s 1329 solar installations, this facility represents a critical step toward renewable energy diversification in a nation where coal remains the prevailing fuel source. The coordinates 32.6000, 116.6400 place Huainan Floating CTGNE amid a cluster of substantial coal power plants, such as the CPI Pingwei power station (4540 MW), Huainan Tianji power station (2580 MW), and several others each exceeding 2000 MW. This proximity to large coal facilities highlights the contrast of Huainan Floating CTGNE's solar generation in a region steeped in coal tradition. While its output constitutes a small fraction of the national capacity, it symbolizes a crucial shift toward cleaner energy solutions in a landscape that is increasingly under pressure to address climate change and environmental degradation. The dominance of coal in China's energy profile, with over 1,603,494 MW of total capacity, underscores the importance of such solar initiatives. As Huainan Floating CTGNE continues to operate, it plays a vital role in China's renewable energy ambitions, potentially inspiring further investment in solar technologies and helping to reshape the energy mix in Anhui province and beyond. The facility not only contributes to local energy needs but also reinforces the national goals of reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy sustainability.
8 years old
China, Asia
- Primary Fuel Type
- Solar
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
China- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Solar power generation harnesses the sun's energy using photovoltaic (PV) cells or solar thermal systems to produce electricity. The basic principle of solar power generation involves converting sunlight into usable energy. When sunlight hits a PV cell, it excites electrons in the semiconductor material, generating an electric current. This process is known as the photovoltaic effect. Solar thermal systems, on the other hand, use sunlight to heat a fluid that, in turn, produces steam to drive a turbine and generate electricity. Both methods provide a clean and renewable energy source that is gaining significant traction worldwide.
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