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How many pumped-storage hydropower stations will China have in 2025?

ZOU MING/FOR CHINA DAILY According to estimates from the China Renewable Energy Engineering Institute, with more than 200 pumped-storage hydropower stations to be installed during the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25) period, its total installed capacity will reach 62 million kW by 2025.

Can pumped storage hydropower boost China's green energy transition?

Increasing pumped storage hydropower capacity is vital for promoting the green energy transition in China, responding to extreme situations and ensuring energy security, said Peng Caide, chief engineer with the China Renewable Energy Engineering Institute, a think tank under China's National Energy Administration.

How many pumped-storage power stations are there in China?

It had another 31 pumped-storage power stations under construction, totaling 42.13 million kW in capacity and accounting for 77 percent of the nation's total. China's development of new types of power storage is also on a fast track.

Why is China building pumped-storage hydropower facilities?

China is building pumped-storage hydropower facilities to increase the flexibility of the power grid and accommodate growing wind and solar power. As of May 2023, China had 50 gigawatts (GW) of operational pumped-storage capacity, 30% of global capacity and more than any other country.

Can China tap pumped storage hydropower capacity?

Peng said China has substantial potential to tap pumped storage hydropower capacity, as it only accounts for 1.4 percent of the country's power system, far behind the average of 10 percent in developed countries.

How big is China's pumped-storage capacity?

China’s pumped-storage capacity is set to increase even more, with 89 GW of capacity currently under construction. Developers are seeking governmental approvals, land rights, or financing for an additional 276 GW of pumped-storage projects, according to the data from Global Energy Monitor. Pumped storage is a type of energy storage.