Overview
Ningxia Tongxin (Magaozhuang Laijiawa) Datang is an operational onshore wind farm in China with a capacity of 49 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy expansion.
Ningxia Tongxin (Magaozhuang Laijiawa) Datang 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 wind farms in the country, supporting China's ambitious renewable energy targets. The facility operates under China's national renewable energy framework, which includes feed-in tariffs and renewable portfolio standards aimed at increasing wind and solar capacity. Onshore wind technology is well-established in China, with turbines typically ranging from 1.5 to 3 MW each, and the Ningxia region benefits from strong wind resources, particularly in the mountainous and plateau areas. This wind farm contributes to local grid stability and reduces reliance on coal-fired power, aligning with China's carbon neutrality goals by 2060. Its operation helps displace fossil fuel generation, improving air quality and supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy in the Ningxia region.
Environmental context
The Ningxia region features a semi-arid climate with strong wind resources, making it suitable for wind energy development. Onshore wind farms like this one can impact local bird and bat populations through collision risks, and may alter visual landscapes. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize ecological disruption. The facility's operation supports reduced greenhouse gas emissions and local air quality improvements.
Frequently asked questions
The wind farm is located in the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region of China, near Tongxin County, at coordinates 36.8363° N, 106.5869° E.
The facility has an installed capacity of 49 MW, making it a medium-scale onshore wind farm in China.
The plant name includes 'Datang', likely referring to China Datang Corporation, a major state-owned power generation company.
China's renewable energy policy includes feed-in tariffs, renewable portfolio standards, and national targets to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. Wind farms benefit from guaranteed grid access and subsidies.
Onshore wind farms can affect local bird and bat populations and alter landscapes, but they significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution compared to coal-fired power, supporting China's climate goals.