Hydropower · China

Pingtanyuan hydroelectric plant

Pingtanyuan hydroelectric plant is a 1.40 GW hydropower plant located in Hubei, China. The facility is currently under construction, with a targeted start date of 2027.

1.40 GWCapacity (all phases)
ConstructionStatus
2027Start year
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Overview

Technology: pumped storage.

Ownership: Hubei Energy Group Co Ltd.

Why it matters

  • Hydropower provides renewable electricity and, where reservoirs exist, dispatchable output and storage that help stabilise the grid; output varies with rainfall and river flows.

Location

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Frequently asked questions

What is the capacity of Pingtanyuan hydroelectric plant?

Pingtanyuan hydroelectric plant has a capacity of 1.40 GW according to the latest Global Energy Monitor data.

Who owns Pingtanyuan hydroelectric plant?

Hubei Energy Group Co Ltd.

Where is Pingtanyuan hydroelectric plant located?

It is located in Hubei, China. Approximate coordinates: 31.1385, 115.6778.

When is Pingtanyuan hydroelectric plant expected to start?

Start year: 2027. Current status: Construction.

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