人民日报海外版丨可再生能源发电装机突破20亿千瓦 同比增长58%

Core Viewpoint - The renewable energy generation capacity in China has surpassed 2 billion kilowatts, marking a significant year-on-year growth of 58% [1][2]. Group 1: Renewable Energy Capacity - As of the end of April this year, China's renewable energy generation capacity reached 2.017 billion kilowatts, equivalent to nearly 90 Three Gorges power stations' total capacity [2]. - The combined installed capacity of wind and solar power has reached 1.53 billion kilowatts, exceeding that of thermal power generation [2]. - In 2024, China is expected to add 373 million kilowatts of renewable energy capacity, continuing a trend of exceeding 300 million kilowatts for two consecutive years [2]. Group 2: Regional Developments - The Uqia Wind Farm, located at the highest altitude in Northwest China, has a rotor diameter of 195 meters and can generate approximately 540 million kilowatt-hours annually [2]. - The first pile foundation fixed offshore photovoltaic project in the Laizhou Bay has successfully overcome challenges posed by high salinity, mist, and ocean currents during construction [2].