Are photovoltaic panels a key element of Huadian Xinjiang power generation co's project?

Photovoltaic panels are a key element of Huadian Xinjiang Power Generation Co's project in Mulei Kazak autonomous county in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. [Photo by Wang Songsong/For chinadaily.com.cn]

Does solar radiation affect PV power generation in Xinjiang?

Solar radiation is the dominant factor in the potential for PV power generation in each grid. The results show that the theoretical potential of PV power generation increases as we move from northern Xinjiang to southern Xinjiang ( Figure 6 ).

Is Xinjiang suitable for PV power generation?

Few studies have made a more comprehensive assessment of the overall PV power generation potential in Xinjiang. Xinjiang has a variety of landscapes, a slightly less developed economy, and a lack of water resources. Indicators for suitability assessments that have been used in other regions may not be suitable to apply in Xinjiang.

Can large-scale PV generation meet China's power demand?

All regions of China except those in the North China and Jiangsu, Zhejiang as well as Fujian, have sufficient generation potential to meet their power demand by vigorously developing large-scale PV generation as a substitute for current power generation.

Which area in Xinjiang is suitable for solar power generation?

Hami and Turpan, in eastern Xinjiang, had sufficiently high and stable solar radiation. (2) The area in Xinjiang classed as highly suitable for solar PV power generation is about 87,837 km 2, which is mainly concentrated in eastern Xinjiang.

Can China develop large-scale solar power?

The power generation at maximum installed capacity would be 1.38874 × 10 14 kWh, or 21.4 times the total national electricity production of China in 2016. These results show that there is significant scope for the further development of large-scale PV in China.