China’s farthest offshore wind farm connected
The 800 MW Yancheng wind project, 85.5 km offshore, marks a milestone in China’s offshore wind energy expansion.
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China, Yancheng: China has successfully connected its farthest offshore wind farm to the grid, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to harness renewable energy from deep sea areas. The 800-MW wind farm, located off the coast of Yancheng in Jiangsu province, was fully connected to the grid on 15 December.
The project spans four sites, with the furthest turbine located 85.5 km from the shore, setting a new record for offshore wind power in China, according to its operator, China Three Gorges.
With 98 wind turbines in place, supported by three offshore booster stations and one offshore rescue platform, the project is expected to generate over 2.8 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually. This is enough to power 1.4 million households each day.
Additionally, the wind farm will help reduce carbon emissions significantly, saving around 860,000 metric tonnes of standard coal and cutting down carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 2.37 million tonnes annually.
This breakthrough highlights China’s ongoing push to expand its offshore wind capacity and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The Yancheng project is a key part of the country’s strategy to enhance clean energy production and meet its sustainability goals.
Source: China Daily
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