Linhuan Coking Distributed Wind Power Generation

How do distributed wind projects compare to utility-scale wind farms?

Distributed wind projects contrast with the massive utility-scale wind farms in China today. Typical utility-scale wind farms involve hundreds of turbines spread over acres of land, with aggregate generation capacity exceeding 50 MW.

What is the growth rate of installed wind power capacity in China?

During 2011–2015, the average growth rate of installed wind power capacity was about 32.8%. As of the end of 2016, the newly installed wind power capacity in China (Taiwan excluded) reached about 23.37 million kW, and the cumulative installed wind power capacity reached 168.73 million kW (Fig. 12.3).

How successful are China's Wind reforms?

The reforms proved highly successful, with 8 GW of distributed wind capacity built in 2021, representing over 80% of all the capacity ever built in China. Those efforts have accelerated in recent months. The NEA: Local governments are also doing their bit:

Why is distributed wind a key plank in China's decarbonization strategy?

Once a marginal part of the wind industry, distributed wind is becoming a key plank in China’s decarbonization strategy for three reasons: First, the solar industry’s successful transition to a distributed generation model gives wind a tried-and-true template to do the same. Second, wind turbine costs have fallen considerably.

Is China's wind energy development strategy changing?

The bottom line: China’s wind energy development strategy is changing, with coastal provinces poised to play a far bigger role. Given the increasingly favorable conditions for distributed wind, MNCs should closely evaluate its viability in their decarbonization efforts.

When will China start a distributed wind power program?

In June 2022, Jilin’s provincial energy regulator mandated all 12,000+ villages in the province install at least 100 kW of distributed wind or 200 kW of distributed solar capacity by 2024. In May 2023, Pinghu, Zhejiang province, introduced China’s first distributed wind subsidy program.