Tengger Desert Solar Park
1.5 GW solar power plant in China
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History & Background
Commissioned in 2016, Tengger Desert Solar Park is a solar power plant located in China with an installed capacity of 1.5 GW. It is operated by State Grid.
Why It Matters
Tengger Desert Solar Park converts sunlight directly into electricity for China, generating power for around 323,660 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
Tengger Desert Solar Park produces no operating-stage emissions and minimal water use, displacing roughly 3.2 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
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 323,660 US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 10 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Tengger Desert Solar Park produce?▾
Tengger Desert Solar Park has an installed nameplate capacity of 1.5 GW. At typical capacity factors for solar plants (~25%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 323,660 US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Tengger Desert Solar Park located?▾
Tengger Desert Solar Park is located in China at approximately 37.5575°, 105.0136°.
When was Tengger Desert Solar Park built?▾
Tengger Desert Solar Park was commissioned in 2016.
Who owns Tengger Desert Solar Park?▾
Tengger Desert Solar Park is owned and operated by State Grid.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Huanghe Hydropower Hainan Solar Park | 2.2 GW | State Power Investment Corporation |
| ⚡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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