<img src='https://news.cgtn.com/news/2024-08-21/China-expands-world-s-highest-solar-power-station-to-new-height-1weZVH70rFm/img/3eed9682bfb548ecae78ec600c487240/3eed9682bfb548ecae78ec600c487240.png' alt='A view of the Caipeng photovoltaic power station in Shannan Prefecture of the Xizang Autonomous Region, southwest China, August 20, 2024. /CMG'
A groundbreaking milestone was achieved on Tuesday as construction commenced on the second phase of the Huadian Tibet Caipeng Photovoltaic Power Station in Shannan Prefecture of southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region.
This project, situated at a maximum altitude of 5,228 meters, has shattered the previous global record for the highest elevation of such a power station. The power station’s second phase is located at an altitude ranging from 5,046 to 5,228 meters, boasting an installed capacity of 100 megawatts, supported by an impressive array of nearly 170,000 photovoltaic panels.
To ensure an uninterrupted power supply, an advanced energy storage system is also incorporated, capable of delivering 80,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity continuously for four hours during the nighttime.
As a pivotal project for power supply in Xizang, the Caipeng photovoltaic power station will ultimately reach a total installed capacity of 150 megawatts. This remarkable facility is projected to generate approximately 246 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, significantly contributing to the region’s energy needs.
The first phase of the power station, which became operational at the end of 2023, has already proven its worth. It has successfully generated over 40 million kilowatt-hours of electricity, providing much-needed relief from seasonal power shortages in Shannan Prefecture. This achievement underscores the project’s potential to transform the region’s energy landscape and enhance its overall development.
