Overview
Resources New Energy Lianzhou Yanxi Wind is an operational onshore wind farm in China with a capacity of 49 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy expansion.
Resources New Energy Lianzhou Yanxi Wind is an operational onshore wind farm located in China, with a capacity of 49 MW. This facility is part of China's large-scale wind energy development, which has made the country the global leader in installed wind capacity. The plant's location in the southern province of Guangdong benefits from regional wind resources and supports local renewable energy targets. The 49 MW capacity places this wind farm in the medium-scale category for onshore wind in China. Typical onshore wind farms in this region use multi-megawatt turbines. China's renewable energy sector operates under the national Renewable Energy Law, which mandates grid access for renewable power and provides subsidies through feed-in tariffs. The 14th Five-Year Plan for Renewable Energy aims to increase non-fossil fuel energy consumption to 25% by 2030, driving continued wind deployment. This wind farm contributes to reducing carbon emissions and diversifying the energy mix in Guangdong province. By generating clean electricity, it helps displace coal-fired power and supports China's commitment to peak carbon emissions by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060. The facility also provides economic benefits to the local community through job creation and land lease payments.
Environmental context
Onshore wind farms like this one can have visual impacts on landscapes and may affect local bird and bat populations through collisions. However, proper siting and environmental assessments help mitigate these risks. In China, wind projects are subject to environmental impact assessments and must comply with national regulations on wildlife protection. The facility's location in a rural area likely reduces conflicts with urban development.
Frequently asked questions
The wind farm is located in China, near Lianzhou in Guangdong province, at coordinates 25.1139 N, 112.5944 E.
The facility has a capacity of 49 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind farm.
The plant is owned by Resources New Energy, a Chinese renewable energy company.
Wind energy in China is regulated under the Renewable Energy Law, which provides feed-in tariffs and mandates grid access. The 14th Five-Year Plan targets 1,200 GW of wind and solar capacity by 2030.
Onshore wind farms can affect local bird and bat populations and have visual impacts. Environmental impact assessments are required to minimize these effects.