Project Overview - The Yong'an Pumped Storage Power Station project in Fujian Province has a total installed capacity of 1.2 million kilowatts and a total investment of 7.496 billion yuan [1] - The construction unit is Fujian Mintou Yong'an Pumped Storage Co., Ltd., with the lower reservoir construction awarded to China Water Resources and Hydropower Third Engineering Bureau Co., Ltd. at a bid price of 460 million yuan [1] Inspection Findings - The inspection revealed that the reported issues regarding the lower reservoir's shoulder slope support engineering were largely accurate, with the construction unit failing to manage the site properly and not adhering to design specifications [2] - Key problems included unauthorized changes to construction methods, inadequate quality control, and illegal subcontracting practices [2] - The supervising unit, Zhejiang Huadong Engineering Consulting Co., Ltd., also failed to enforce quality monitoring responsibilities effectively [2] Engineering Issues - The lower reservoir dam has not yet begun construction, but existing issues with the shoulder slope could lead to instability, particularly on the right bank, which is less stable [3] - Potential risks include landslides of approximately 1,000 cubic meters under extreme conditions, which could obstruct access roads but are not expected to cause significant harm to the dam itself [3] Accountability Measures - The National Energy Administration has mandated serious disciplinary actions against responsible personnel from China Electric Power Construction Group, including dismissals and demotions for several key figures [5][6] - The supervising unit has also faced similar consequences, with top engineers being dismissed and others receiving severe warnings [6] Financial Penalties - Total fines exceeding 20 million yuan have been imposed on various involved parties, including the construction and consulting companies, for their respective violations [8] Broader Implications - The incident has prompted a comprehensive review of pumped storage power station projects across Fujian Province and nationwide, with a focus on ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards [9]

Core Viewpoint - The investigation into the Fujian Yong'an pumped storage power station project revealed that allegations of construction quality issues, specifically regarding the dam, were largely substantiated, leading to accountability measures against 71 involved personnel [1][3][7]. Project Overview - The Yong'an pumped storage power station, located in Fujian Province, has a total installed capacity of 1.2 million kilowatts and a total investment of 7.496 billion yuan. The construction unit is Fujian Mintou Yong'an Pumped Storage Co., Ltd. [2] - The project includes the construction of upper and lower reservoirs and a water transmission and power generation system. The contract for the lower reservoir was awarded to China Water Resources and Hydropower Third Engineering Bureau Co., Ltd. for 460 million yuan [2]. Investigation Findings - The investigation confirmed that the construction unit, Water Resources and Hydropower Third Bureau, failed to manage the site properly and did not adhere to design specifications, leading to issues such as inadequate cement mortar saturation and insufficient rebar length [3][4]. - The supervising unit, Zhejiang Huadong Engineering Consulting Co., Ltd., did not fulfill its monitoring responsibilities adequately, failing to implement strict supervision protocols [3]. Accountability Measures - The National Energy Administration has mandated serious disciplinary actions against responsible personnel from China Electric Power Construction Group, including the dismissal of several project managers and engineers [8][9]. - The supervising unit also faced penalties, with key personnel being dismissed or demoted due to inadequate supervision of construction quality [9][10]. - The total fines imposed on the involved companies and individuals exceeded 20 million yuan, with further investigations into their qualifications ongoing [10][11]. Future Actions - China Electric Power Construction Group has halted all operations related to pumped storage projects and is conducting a comprehensive review [12]. - The Fujian provincial government is organizing inspections of all pumped storage projects in the province, while the National Energy Administration is overseeing safety and quality checks nationwide [12].

Core Viewpoint - The Fujian Yong'an Pumped Storage Power Station project has been accused of cutting corners in construction, particularly regarding the dam's construction quality, leading to serious regulatory actions and accountability measures against involved parties [1][2]. Project Overview - The Yong'an Pumped Storage Power Station is located in Xiaotao Town, Yong'an City, Fujian Province, with a total installed capacity of 1.2 million kilowatts and a total investment of 7.496 billion yuan. The construction unit is Fujian Mintou Yong'an Pumped Storage Co., Ltd. The project includes upper and lower reservoirs and a water conveyance and power generation system. The contract for the lower reservoir construction was awarded to China Water Resources and Hydropower Third Engineering Bureau Co., Ltd. for 460 million yuan, which subcontracted part of the work to Shaanxi Xufeng Construction Labor Service Co., Ltd. for 28 million yuan [2]. Inspection Findings - The inspection revealed that the allegations of substandard construction in the lower reservoir's shoulder slope support works were largely true. Issues included inadequate site management by the construction unit, unauthorized changes to construction methods, and non-compliance with design specifications regarding materials used. Quality control personnel were not present during critical operations, and illegal subcontracting practices were identified. The supervising unit, Zhejiang Huadong Engineering Consulting Co., Ltd., failed to enforce monitoring responsibilities effectively [3][4]. Accountability Measures - The National Energy Administration has mandated serious disciplinary actions against responsible personnel from China Electric Power Construction Group. Key personnel, including project managers and engineers, have been dismissed or demoted due to failures in quality management and supervision. A total of 36 individuals from the construction and consulting companies have faced organizational and disciplinary actions [9][10][11]. Future Actions - The National Energy Administration and relevant departments will closely monitor the rectification of quality issues and risks associated with the project. They have mandated that the construction and participating units strictly adhere to engineering quality management regulations to ensure all identified problems are resolved [13].