Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park
2.2 GW solar power plant in China
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History & Background
Commissioned in 2020, Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park is a solar power plant located in China with an installed capacity of 2.2 GW. It is operated by State Power Investment Corporation.
Why It Matters
Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park converts sunlight directly into electricity for China, generating power for around 459,857 US-equivalent households per year. Utility-scale solar costs have fallen by roughly 90% since 2010, making projects of this size economically viable in regions that would not have considered them a decade ago.
Environmental Impact
Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park produces no operating-stage emissions and minimal water use, displacing roughly 4.6 million tonnes of CO2 per year. Lifecycle emissions from manufacturing crystalline silicon panels are recovered within 1–3 years of operation, depending on the local grid carbon intensity.
Fun Facts
- Among the top 5 solar power plants in China.
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 459,857 US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 6 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park produce?▾
Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park has an installed nameplate capacity of 2.2 GW. At typical capacity factors for solar plants (~25%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 459,857 US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park located?▾
Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park is located in China at approximately 36.3000°, 100.6000°.
When was Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park built?▾
Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park was commissioned in 2020.
Who owns Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park?▾
Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park is owned and operated by State Power Investment Corporation.
About Solar Power
Solar power plants convert sunlight directly into electricity using photovoltaic panels or concentrate solar energy to produce heat. They are renewable and produce no emissions during operation.
Other Solar Power Plants in China
| Name | Capacity | Owner |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Tengger Desert Solar Park | 1.5 GW | State Grid |
| ⚡Datong Solar Power Top Runner Base | 1.0 GW | State Grid |
| ⚡Yanchi Solar PV Park | 1.0 GW | State Grid |
| ⚡Longyangxia Dam Solar Park | 850 MW | Huanghe Hydropower |
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Data Sources
Power plant data is based on the Global Power Plant Database by World Resources Institute, in collaboration with Google, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Enipedia, and the Global Energy Observatory.
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