“塞上绿电”好风光——来自宁夏的调查

Core Insights - Ningxia is recognized as China's first comprehensive demonstration zone for renewable energy, with a renewable energy installed capacity exceeding 50 million kilowatts, accounting for 62.6% of its total installed capacity, and solar power has become the primary energy source, surpassing coal power [1][3] Group 1: Renewable Energy Development - Ningxia has abundant solar and wind resources, with average annual utilization hours of approximately 1500 hours for solar and 2000 hours for wind [1] - The Ningdong Energy and Chemical Base features a 2 million kilowatt photovoltaic base that generates 3.7 billion kilowatt-hours annually, saving about 1.15 million tons of standard coal and reducing carbon emissions by approximately 3.15 million tons [2] - The region has established the first integrated wind-solar complementary project in the country and is accelerating the construction of green electricity parks [3] Group 2: Energy Transmission and Economic Impact - By 2024, Ningxia's renewable energy generation is projected to reach 61.3 billion kilowatt-hours, with 40.2 billion kilowatt-hours consumed locally and 21.1 billion kilowatt-hours transmitted externally [4] - The "Ningxia to Hunan" ultra-high voltage direct current transmission project is expected to deliver over 36 billion kilowatt-hours annually, with more than 50% from renewable sources [6] - In the first half of the year, Ningxia's external electricity transmission exceeded 46 billion kilowatt-hours, with renewable energy accounting for 13.01 billion kilowatt-hours, a year-on-year increase of 22.22% [7] Group 3: Technological Advancements and Infrastructure - Ningxia has built the first 750 kV double-ring backbone network in the country, enhancing the efficiency of its energy transmission [6] - The region's energy storage capacity has surpassed 600,000 kilowatts, ranking fourth nationally, which significantly improves renewable energy utilization [10] - The introduction of intelligent monitoring and maintenance equipment in substations has increased operational efficiency by four to five times, reducing operational time by over 50% [5] Group 4: Policy and Strategic Initiatives - Ningxia has implemented supportive policies to accelerate the construction of a new energy system, including a three-year action plan for green and low-carbon transformation [3] - The region aims to achieve a new installed capacity of 20.6 million kilowatts for wind and solar energy by 2025, along with 600,000 kilowatts of energy storage [8] - The establishment of the Ningxia Artificial Intelligence Medical Health Industry Park highlights the region's commitment to leveraging green electricity for economic development [12]