Xinjiang electricity transmission and energy storage

Why is Xinjiang integrating large-scale new energy?

The integration of large-scale new energy represents an important demonstration in building a new type of power system with new energy as the mainstay in China. Experts said the key lies in creating efficient energy transmission channels that connect Xinjiang with Central Asia's power grid.

Will Xinjiang electric power share its experience with Central Asian countries?

Li Yu, chief engineer of State Grid Xinjiang Electric Power, said the company is willing to share its experience in the construction of new power systems with Central Asian countries. It will carry out cooperative exchanges and jointly promote the clean and low-carbon transformation of the energy industry.

Where will Xinjiang export electricity to?

Xinjiang will export electricity to more populated parts of China and perhaps to Central Asia. The main state-owned electric utility, the State Grid Corporation of China, is investing $2.3 billion over the next year to build high-voltage lines, according to People’s Daily, the main party newspaper.

Why is Xinjiang important for energy development?

Xinjiang's rapid development in new power systems and its technological revolution in green energy and low-carbon transformation have provided valuable experience for energy development nationwide and globally.

When did Xinjiang start a high-voltage transmission system?

In 2010, the autonomous region connected the Hami-Dunhuang 750-kilovolt power transmission and transformation project with the national power grid. Then in 2014, Xinjiang's first ultrahigh-voltage transmission line from South Hami to Zhengzhou was completed and put into operation.

What is the energy economy of Xinjiang?

Xinjiang's energy economy is founded on oil. The region has an estimated 21 billion tons of oil reserves, which accounts for a fifth of China's total, and new deposits are continually being discovered.