Hey readers! 📢 Guess what's lighting up the energy scene in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region? Yep, you guessed it—renewable energy is on fire! 🔥
In 2024, Xinjiang's new energy power generation skyrocketed to a whopping 116.16 billion kWh, marking an impressive 30.7% jump from the previous year. 🚀 That's like charging over 10 billion smartphones! 📱⚡️
But wait, there's more! This surge in renewable energy accounted for over 80% of the total growth in power generation. Talk about going green! 🌿 The volume and proportion of new energy power are continuing to rise, according to the State Grid Xinjiang Electric Power Co., Ltd.
Breaking it down, photovoltaic (solar) power generation shot up by a massive 65.7% year-on-year, reaching 40.77 billion kWh. 🌞✨ Wind power wasn't left behind either, climbing up 17.3% to hit 75.39 billion kWh. 💨 That's some serious wind power goals!
China is totally committed to hitting its carbon peak by 2030 and going carbon neutral by 2060. 🌍✨ And Xinjiang is leading the charge with its abundant solar and wind resources. The region has been super proactive, ramping up the construction of massive wind and photovoltaic power projects. 🏗️🌬️
So, next time you think of Xinjiang, remember it's not just breathtaking landscapes but also a powerhouse of renewable energy that's shaping a greener future! 🌄🌱
Stay tuned for more updates on Xinjiang's energy journey! 🚴♂️💡
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
