China is betting on a revolutionary photovoltaic project: a plant over 130 km long along the Yellow River will provide sustainable energy to Beijing and the surrounding areas, also contributing to the fight against desertification.
Colossal project – The project, nicknamed the “Great Solar Wall”, involves a 25 km wide and 130 km long photovoltaic plant located along the southern bank of the Yellow River in northern China. Approximately 27 million hectares of land will be occupied to install solar panels capable of producing 48 billion kWh of clean energy per year by 2030.
Energy and protection – Green energy production is not the only goal. 2,400 hectares of commercial crops will be planted under the photovoltaic panels to combat desertification, a growing problem in the region. The developers believe that the plant could represent an important step towards sustainable management of the Yellow River’s natural resources.
China solar leader – China confirms its position as a world leader in solar energy production, strengthening its commitment to reduce emissions and promote innovative solutions for the ecological transition.
Regional impact – The plant will mainly serve the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, one of the most populous and industrialized in the country. Thanks to this initiative, the area will be able to reduce its dependence on traditional energy sources, promoting more sustainable development.
