Overview
CGN Damao Bailingmiao is a 20 MW solar PV plant in Inner Mongolia, China, owned by CGN Solar Energy Development Co. Ltd. It contributes to China's renewable energy expansion under national targets.
CGN Damao Bailingmiao is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in the Damao Banner area of Inner Mongolia, China. With a capacity of 20 megawatts (MW), it is a small- to medium-scale solar facility within China's vast renewable energy portfolio. The plant is owned by CGN Solar Energy Development Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of China General Nuclear Power Group, and has been operational, supplying clean electricity to the regional grid. The plant operates under China's supportive renewable energy policies, including feed-in tariffs and renewable portfolio standards that drive solar deployment. Inner Mongolia benefits from high solar irradiance, making it a prime location for solar PV. The 20 MW capacity places it in the typical range for distributed solar projects in the region, contributing to local energy needs and grid stability. Environmentally, the solar PV plant generates zero-emission electricity, displacing fossil fuel-based power and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in a semi-arid grassland area requires careful land-use management to minimize ecological disruption. The facility supports China's national goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2060 and aligns with the 14th Five-Year Plan's renewable energy targets.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in the Damao Banner area of Inner Mongolia, a region characterized by semi-arid grasslands and high solar insolation. Solar PV installations here can impact local land use and wildlife habitats, but careful siting and design can mitigate these effects. The facility contributes to reducing air pollution and carbon emissions by displacing coal-fired power, which is prevalent in the region.
Frequently asked questions
CGN Damao Bailingmiao is located in the Damao Banner area of Inner Mongolia, China, at coordinates 41.61 N, 110.40 E.
The solar PV plant has a capacity of 20 megawatts (MW), making it a small- to medium-scale facility.
The plant is owned by CGN Solar Energy Development Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of China General Nuclear Power Group.
China supports solar PV through feed-in tariffs, renewable portfolio standards, and national targets under the 14th Five-Year Plan, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2060.
The plant generates zero-emission electricity, reducing reliance on coal-fired power and lowering greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution in Inner Mongolia.