On August 26, the first unit of the Meizhou Pumped Storage Power Station Phase II went online, marking the Greater Bay Area’s first major energy storage project under the Chinese mainland’s 14th Five-Year Plan. Located in Guangdong province, this pioneering plant can generate 300,000 kWh per hour—enough to power 50,000 homes daily.
By trading all electricity on the energy market, the station strengthens grid stability and maximizes clean energy integration. With this debut, Guangdong’s total pumped storage capacity reaches 1.5 million kW, setting the stage for a cleaner, more resilient regional grid.
Scaling Up for Regional Resilience
When fully operational, the 1.2 million kW station will push the Greater Bay Area’s total pumped storage capacity past 10 million kW. This milestone not only supports peak demand but also smooths out fluctuations from renewable sources, from solar farms in Fujian to offshore wind platforms in the Taiwan Strait.
Charting a Clean Energy Future
As the Greater Bay Area invests heavily in smart grids and energy storage, projects like Meizhou Phase II illustrate the region’s shift toward sustainability. Analysts predict that by 2030, advanced storage solutions could reduce carbon emissions by up to 30% across the Chinese mainland, unlocking new opportunities for entrepreneurs and tech innovators.
For young global citizens and business leaders alike, this development is more than an engineering feat—it’s a testament to how data-driven infrastructure can power inclusive growth and climate action across borders.
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GBA's 1st major energy storage project under 14th Five-Year Plan
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