China’s Tibet Autonomous Region has just recorded a new achievement in the field of solar energy . The Huadian Xizang Caipeng solar power plant , located at an altitude of 5,100 meters above sea level, has reached a new operational phase, establishing itself as the highest solar photovoltaic project on the planet . This facility stands out not only for its location, but also for its ability to generate clean energy at high altitude .
A high altitude solar plant
The second phase of the Huadian Xizang Caipeng photovoltaic power plant officially began operation on December 14, 2024. This stage has significantly increased the energy production capacity, with the facility now covering an area of 134 hectares and boasting an installed capacity of 100,000 kilowatts.
The plant is designed to generate 155 million kilowatt-hours annually, an amount sufficient to power 50,000 homes , directly contributing to energy stability in the region. In addition to its production capacity, the solar project has a positive impact on the environment. The plant is expected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 101,800 tons per year.
Advanced technology for extreme conditions
The photovoltaic plant is equipped with state-of-the-art solar panels , which have a conversion efficiency 7.5% higher than those of the first phase. The panels are bifacial, which increases their efficiency by 20% compared to traditional panels. In addition, according to the Reve portal, they are designed to withstand extreme conditions : winds of up to 36.9 meters per second, temperatures of up to -40 ° C and snow accumulations of up to 1.8 meters.
The plant has already generated more than 60 million kilowatt-hours of electricity! Source: CCTV Video News Agency
The impact of this project goes beyond power generation. The Huadian Xizang Caipeng solar power plant has become a key pillar for improving Tibet’s energy infrastructure , especially in the winter and spring seasons when electricity shortages are most pronounced. It also drives the transition to more sustainable energy sources in one of the most remote and difficult-to-access regions on the planet.
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