Shanxi Shuozhou Pinglu Dashantai (Phase 1) Onshore Wind Farm, China

Shanxi Shuozhou Pinglu Dashantai (Phase 1) is an onshore wind farm located in Shanxi Province, China. With a capacity of 49 MW, it is a medium-scale wind energy facility that supports China's growing renewable energy portfolio. The plant is operational and plays a role in the region's electricity generation mix. The facility operates under China's renewable energy regulatory framework, which includes national targets for carbon neutrality by 2060 and a peak in carbon emissions by 2030. China has implemented feed-in tariffs and renewable portfolio standards to encourage wind and solar development. The 49 MW capacity places this wind farm in the medium-scale category for onshore wind in China, where large projects often exceed 100 MW. This wind farm contributes to reducing reliance on coal-fired power in Shanxi, a province historically dependent on coal. By generating clean electricity, it helps mitigate local air pollution and supports China's transition to a low-carbon economy. The facility's output is integrated into the regional grid, providing renewable energy to local communities and industries.

The wind farm is located in Shanxi Province, a region with significant coal mining and heavy industry. The local environmental context includes air quality challenges from coal combustion. Wind energy projects like this one help reduce particulate matter and greenhouse gas emissions. The site's wind resources are typical for northern China, where seasonal winds provide consistent generation. Proper siting and mitigation measures are important to minimize impacts on local bird populations and land use.