Overview
Hebei Weichang Guangfayong Wind is an operational onshore wind farm in Hebei, China, with a capacity of 49 MW. It contributes to the region's renewable energy portfolio.
Hebei Weichang Guangfayong Wind is an operational onshore wind farm located in Hebei Province, China. With a capacity of 49 MW, it falls within the medium-scale range for wind farms in the region. The facility is part of China's extensive wind power development, which has made the country the global leader in installed wind capacity. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. China's renewable energy sector operates under a national framework that includes renewable portfolio standards, feed-in tariffs, and grid integration policies. The 14th Five-Year Plan for Renewable Energy sets ambitious targets for wind and solar capacity, with a focus on improving grid connectivity and reducing curtailment. This facility plays a role in supplying clean electricity to the local grid, helping to reduce reliance on coal-fired power. Wind power in Hebei contributes to the province's efforts to meet its renewable energy targets and improve air quality. The operational status of the plant ensures ongoing generation of low-carbon energy.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in Hebei Province, a region with significant wind resources due to its topography and proximity to the Mongolian Plateau. Wind energy development in this area helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and local air pollution from coal combustion. However, wind farms can impact local bird and bat populations, and require careful siting to minimize ecological disruption. The facility's operation supports China's goals of peaking carbon emissions by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2060.
Frequently asked questions
The wind farm is located in Hebei Province, China, at coordinates 42.2167 N, 117.8500 E.
The facility has a capacity of 49 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind farm.
It uses onshore wind turbines to convert wind energy into electricity, a common technology for wind farms in China.
China's renewable energy policy includes feed-in tariffs, renewable portfolio standards, and grid integration requirements under the 14th Five-Year Plan for Renewable Energy.
Wind farms reduce carbon emissions and air pollution but may affect local wildlife, particularly birds and bats. Proper siting and mitigation measures are important.