Overview
Yunnan Eryuan Qilongshan Wind is an operational onshore wind farm in Yunnan, China, with a capacity of 48 MW. It contributes to China's renewable energy expansion under national renewable energy targets.
Yunnan Eryuan Qilongshan Wind is an operational onshore wind farm located in Yunnan Province, China. With a capacity of 48 MW, it falls within the medium-scale range for wind farms in the region. The facility is part of China's extensive wind power development, which has made the country the global leader in installed wind capacity. The wind farm operates under China's renewable energy framework, which includes national targets for non-fossil fuel energy and provincial renewable portfolio standards. Yunnan Province, known for its mountainous terrain and strong wind resources, has seen significant wind energy growth. The facility uses standard onshore wind turbine technology typical of the region. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing carbon emissions by displacing coal-fired power, which still dominates China's energy mix. It also supports local grid stability and provides clean energy to surrounding communities. The project aligns with China's goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2060.
Environmental context
The wind farm is located in Yunnan, a province with diverse ecosystems and mountainous terrain. Wind energy development in such areas must consider visual impact on landscapes and potential effects on local bird and bat populations. However, wind power helps reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel alternatives, supporting China's environmental targets.
Frequently asked questions
Yunnan Eryuan Qilongshan Wind is located in Yunnan Province, China, near the coordinates 25.8833 N, 99.8000 E.
The wind farm has a capacity of 48 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind installation.
It generates electricity from wind power using onshore wind turbines.
China's renewable energy development is driven by national targets for non-fossil fuel energy, provincial renewable portfolio standards, and feed-in tariffs for wind power. The country aims for carbon neutrality by 2060.
By generating clean electricity, it reduces reliance on coal-fired power, cutting carbon emissions and air pollution. It supports China's transition to a low-carbon energy system.