Overview
Guodian Ningxia Qingtongxia Niushoushan Phase 3 is a 49 MW onshore wind farm in Ningxia, China. It is operational and contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
Guodian Ningxia Qingtongxia Niushoushan Phase 3 is an onshore wind farm located in Ningxia, China, with a capacity of 49 megawatts. This facility is part of a larger wind power project developed by Guodian, a major Chinese state-owned energy company. The wind farm is situated in the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, an area known for its abundant wind resources, making it suitable for wind energy generation. The facility operates under China's national renewable energy framework, which includes feed-in tariffs and renewable portfolio standards aimed at increasing the share of clean energy. Onshore wind is a key technology in China's energy transition, with the country being the world's largest wind power market. The 49 MW capacity places this project in the medium-scale range for Chinese wind farms, which often exceed 100 MW. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing coal-fired power generation, which dominates China's energy mix. The facility supports local grid stability and provides clean electricity to the surrounding area. Its operation aligns with China's goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2060 and expanding renewable energy capacity.
Environmental context
The Ningxia region features a semi-arid climate with strong and consistent winds, particularly in the mountainous areas, making it ideal for wind energy. Onshore wind farms like this one can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The facility's operation displaces fossil fuel generation, reducing air pollution and carbon emissions in a region that relies heavily on coal.
Frequently asked questions
The wind farm is located in Ningxia, China, near Qingtongxia city. Its coordinates are approximately 37.71° N, 106.03° E.
The facility has a capacity of 49 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind farm.
The wind farm is operated by Guodian, a major Chinese state-owned energy company, as part of its renewable energy portfolio.
China supports wind energy through feed-in tariffs, renewable portfolio standards, and national targets for carbon neutrality by 2060. The country is the world's largest wind power market.
By generating clean electricity, the facility displaces coal-fired power, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution in Ningxia, a region with significant coal use.