Overview
Wulan Phase 2 is a 20 MW solar PV facility located in China. It is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity.
Wulan Phase 2 is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in China, with a capacity of 20 megawatts (MW). The facility is operational and represents a medium-scale solar installation within the country's vast renewable energy portfolio. The plant operates under China's regulatory framework for renewable energy, which includes national feed-in tariffs and renewable portfolio standards. Solar PV is a key technology in China's strategy to increase non-fossil fuel energy sources, with the country being the world's largest solar market. The 20 MW scale is typical for distributed or utility-scale projects in the region. Wulan Phase 2 contributes to local grid stability and reduces reliance on coal-fired power. Its location in China's western region, with high solar irradiance, supports efficient energy generation. The facility plays a role in China's goal to peak carbon emissions by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with high solar irradiance, making it suitable for solar PV generation. The environmental context includes land-use considerations typical for solar farms, such as land conversion and potential impacts on local ecosystems. However, solar PV generally has lower environmental impact compared to fossil fuel plants, with no direct emissions during operation.
Frequently asked questions
Wulan Phase 2 is located in China, with coordinates approximately 37.03°N, 98.567°E.
Wulan Phase 2 has a capacity of 20 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar PV installation.
Wulan Phase 2 generates solar photovoltaic (PV) electricity by converting sunlight directly into power.
China supports solar energy through feed-in tariffs, renewable portfolio standards, and national targets under its 14th Five-Year Plan for renewable energy.
Wulan Phase 2 produces electricity without direct carbon emissions, helping to reduce reliance on coal and supporting China's climate goals.