China has launched its first large-scale deepwater offshore wind power base, with an investment exceeding 100 billion yuan. The project plans to install a total capacity of 3 million kilowatts, which is nearly double the cumulative offshore wind power capacity in China up to that point. This ambitious initiative marks a significant step forward in the country's renewable energy strategy.
As one of the leading nuclear power companies in China, China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN) announced on December 21 that it had signed two major agreements with Jieyang City, Guangdong Province. These agreements include the "Jieyang Offshore Wind Power Project Cooperation Agreement" and the "Offshore Wind Power Engineering Base Cooperation Agreement." Together, they outline a comprehensive plan to develop a 3 million kilowatt offshore wind power project in the eastern part of Guangdong.
Under the terms of the agreement, CGN New Energy, listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange as 01811.HK, will lead the development of two deepwater offshore wind power sites in Jieyang’s waters. The collaboration involves the application of advanced deepwater wind power technology, joint construction of engineering bases, and the establishment of research and development centers.
According to the China Wind Energy Association, by the end of 2016, China's total offshore wind power capacity reached 1.63 million kilowatts. The Jieyang project, with its 3 million kilowatt capacity, represents a significant leap forward, nearly doubling the previous national total. The initial investment for the first phase is set at 5 billion yuan.
Jieyang, known as the "City of the Sea," is one of 14 coastal cities in Guangdong Province. Located in the southeast of the province, it borders Chaozhou and Shantou to the east and Shanwei to the west. With a sea area of 9,300 square kilometers and a coastline of 136.9 kilometers, Jieyang offers rich offshore wind resources, making it an ideal location for this large-scale project.
Industry experts have noted that as onshore wind power reaches a stable phase, competition in the offshore sector is expected to intensify. Offshore wind power is becoming a key battleground for turbine manufacturers and developers alike.
As of August 31, 2017, there were 19 offshore wind projects under construction in China, with a combined capacity of around 4.8 million kilowatts. In Jiangsu alone, eight projects totaling 2.3 million kilowatts were in progress.
Most current offshore wind farms are located in shallow waters or intertidal zones, where the scale of each project is large but the power output is relatively low. In 2011, new regulations emphasized the need to develop offshore wind farms in deeper waters, reflecting a shift toward more efficient and sustainable practices.
CGN New Energy is the only non-nuclear clean energy platform under CGN. In 2015, it acquired several wind and solar power assets from Guangdong Nuclear Power, including 13 wind power companies and six solar projects, with a total installed capacity of about 1.4 million kilowatts. It now ranks sixth in wind power generation among Chinese enterprises.
CGN has also made strides in floating offshore wind technology. In July 2016, a joint venture between CGN European Energy Corporation and French partner Eolfi won the bid for the Groix project in Brittany, France. This was Europe’s first large-scale floating offshore wind demonstration project, marking a milestone for Chinese companies entering this field.
In September 2016, the Jiangsu Rudong Offshore Wind Power Project, developed by CGN New Energy, became operational. Located 25 kilometers offshore, with water depths ranging from -8 to -14.6 meters, the project features 38 turbines and a total capacity of 152,000 kilowatts, making it China’s first true offshore wind farm.
In September 2017, the Yangjiang Nanpeng Island Offshore Wind Power Project, with a capacity of 400,000 kilowatts, was approved. This marked the largest single offshore wind power project in China at the time.
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