Yanchi Dashuikeng Yinyi Phase 2 Onshore Wind Farm, China

Yanchi Dashuikeng Yinyi Phase 2 is an operational onshore wind farm located in China, with a capacity of 49 MW. This facility is part of China's extensive wind power development, which has made the country the global leader in installed wind capacity. The plant's location in the Ningxia region benefits from strong wind resources typical of northern China. The facility operates under China's renewable energy framework, which includes national targets for non-fossil fuel energy and provincial renewable portfolio standards. Onshore wind farms of this scale are common in China, often integrated into larger wind power bases. The 49 MW capacity places it in the medium-scale category for Chinese wind projects. Environmentally, the Yanchi Dashuikeng Yinyi Phase 2 wind farm contributes to reducing carbon emissions by displacing coal-fired power. It supports China's goal of peaking carbon emissions by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2060. The facility also helps improve local air quality and energy security in the region.

The wind farm is located in the Yanchi area of Ningxia, a region with semi-arid climate and strong wind resources. Wind energy development here helps reduce reliance on coal, which is a major source of air pollution in northern China. The facility's operation avoids significant water consumption compared to thermal power plants, benefiting local water resources. Potential impacts on local bird populations and land use are managed through environmental assessments and mitigation measures.