Overview
Ningxia Hongsibao Jiaze Qingshan Wind is an operational onshore wind farm in China with a capacity of 49 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy expansion.
Ningxia Hongsibao Jiaze Qingshan Wind is an operational onshore wind farm located in the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region of China. With a capacity of 49 MW, it falls within the medium-scale range for onshore wind projects in the country. The facility is part of China's vast renewable energy portfolio, which is driven by national targets for carbon neutrality by 2060 and peak emissions by 2030. The wind farm utilizes wind turbines to convert kinetic energy into electricity, feeding into the regional grid. China's renewable energy sector is supported by policies such as the Renewable Energy Law, feed-in tariffs, and provincial renewable portfolio standards. The Ningxia region benefits from strong wind resources, making it suitable for wind power development. The facility's 49 MW capacity contributes to local energy supply and grid stability. Environmentally, the wind farm helps reduce reliance on coal-fired power, cutting greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants. It supports China's transition to a low-carbon economy. The project also aligns with national goals for increasing non-fossil fuel energy consumption. While onshore wind can have local impacts such as land use and wildlife considerations, the overall environmental benefit of displacing fossil fuels is significant.
Environmental context
The Ningxia region features a semi-arid climate with strong wind resources, ideal for wind energy generation. The wind farm's operation reduces carbon emissions and air pollution compared to coal power. Local environmental considerations include land use for turbine placement and potential impacts on bird and bat populations, though these are managed through siting and mitigation measures typical for onshore wind projects.
Frequently asked questions
The wind farm is located in the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region of China, near coordinates 37.1456 N, 106.0872 E.
The facility has a capacity of 49 MW, making it a medium-scale onshore wind farm.
The operator is not publicly listed, but the facility is part of China's renewable energy infrastructure managed under national and provincial regulations.
China's Renewable Energy Law, feed-in tariffs, and provincial renewable portfolio standards drive wind energy development. The country aims for carbon neutrality by 2060.
It displaces coal-fired electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants, supporting China's climate goals.