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4 FAQs about Shaanxi Coal Group Solar Power Generation System

Why is Shanxi integrating coal mining and power generation?

"By integrating coal mining and power generation, we're lowering costs, reducing pollution, and enhancing coal-power coordination." As one of China's major coal-producing provinces, Shanxi has actively pursued energy transition in recent years.

Does Shanxi still use renewable power?

Renewables now account for over half of Shanxi's installed power generation capacity. To address the intermittency of wind and solar generation, coal-fired power still play a vital supporting role during renewable output fluctuations.

How much coal does Shanxi have?

Shanxi, a major coal-producing province in China, has over 48.3 billion tons of proven coal reserves, accounting for 23.3 percent of the national total. The province has reaped some early fruits in recent years in the pilot programs of comprehensive energy reform.

How many kilowatts is Shanxi generating a year?

As of the end of May, Shanxi had completed flexibility retrofits for 35.61 million kilowatts of thermal power capacity while adding 6.11 million kilowatts of peak-shaving capability. These improvements have enabled the provincial grid to absorb an additional 9 billion kilowatt-hours of renewable electricity annually.

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