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High-altitude cold energy storage power station
The pumped storage power station with the largest installed capacity and regulated storage capacity in the world's ultra-high altitude area (above 3,500 meters), which kicked off construction on Saturday in Northwest China's Qinghai province, will further tap the abundant clean energy resources in local regions, said its operator China Three Gorges Corp.
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FAQS about High-altitude cold energy storage power station
What is the highest-altitude pumped-storage power station in the world?
At present, the highest-altitude pumped-storage power station in the world is the Yamzho Yumco Lake pumped-storage power station in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, situated at an altitude of about 3,600 meters, according to the Xinhua News Agency.
Can pumped storage projects be used in high-altitude areas?
Yu Chuntao, director of the Daofu project from the company, told the Global Times that "at present, there is a lack of experience that can be used for reference in the construction of large-scale pumped storage projects in high-altitude areas.
What is a pumped-storage power station?
Pumped-storage power stations use off-peak electricity to pump water to higher locations, where it is stored and then released to generate electricity when the power supply is strained. They can complement wind and solar power generation, which leads to bigger fluctuations across the grid.
What is the largest pumped storage project in Sichuan?
It is the largest pumped storage project in Sichuan and a landmark project as part of the integrated development of water and scenic resources in the Yalong River basin, according to the company. It is the second highest pumped storage power station in China in terms of operating head with a maximum head of 760.7 meters, the company said.
How many reversible units are in Daofu pumped-storage power station?
The Daofu pumped-storage power station is equipped with six reversible units with a capacity of 350,000 kilowatts each, and consists of upper reservoir, lower reservoir, water conveyance system, underground powerhouse system, and surface switchyard.
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