Core Insights - The energy industry in Xinjiang has undergone significant transformation, evolving from a resource-rich but underdeveloped sector to a key player in China's national energy strategy [1][2]. Group 1: Energy Industry Development - Xinjiang's energy production has dramatically increased since 1949, with crude oil output reaching over 32.13 million tons and total oil and gas equivalent at 66.64 million tons by 2024, making it a national leader in energy production for four consecutive years [2]. - By the end of 2024, Xinjiang's installed capacity for renewable energy is expected to exceed 104 million kilowatts, accounting for 60% of the total power capacity, with solar power at 56.75 million kilowatts and wind power over 47 million kilowatts [2]. Group 2: Technological Advancements - Xinjiang has launched the world's largest single photovoltaic project, the 3.5 GW project in Midong, and the largest integrated wind-solar-storage project in Asia, along with China's largest green hydrogen demonstration project with a capacity of 20,000 tons per year [3]. - The region is focusing on the integration of traditional energy with clean utilization and smart technology, creating a comprehensive industrial ecosystem [3]. Group 3: Education and Research Integration - The development of mechanics as a field of study is emphasized, with its critical role in supporting the oil industry from exploration to equipment design [4][6]. - Xinjiang's higher education is rapidly advancing, with a strong push for vocational and applied undergraduate institutions to cultivate talent for regional development [6]. Group 4: Future Trends - The integration of artificial intelligence into mechanics research is anticipated to provide new opportunities for the rapid development of Xinjiang's energy sector [7].
（砥砺奋进七十载 天山南北谱华章）新疆：从能源潜能区到国家能源战略保障基地
Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang·2025-09-23 05:20