On September 1, the Goldwind GWH252-16MW wind turbine, situated offshore in Fujian Province, China, achieved a new record for producing the highest power output by a single wind turbine in a day.
The turbine, which boasts a diameter of 252 metres, generated 384.1 megawatt hours (MWh) in 24 hours while a typhoon raged over southeast China. This amount of energy is sufficient to power approximately 170,000 homes, 38mn LEDs, or drive 2.2mn kilometers in an electric vehicle, surpassing the previous record of 364 MWh, which was achieved in Denmark in August.
During typhoons, most turbines cannot function properly, causing wind farms to shut down. However, the Goldwind turbine has the ability to adjust its blades in real time to sustain power generation even in high-speed winds. As part of the green transition, renewable energy plays a crucial role.
The spokesperson for Goldwind stated that they are closely monitoring essential components such as the main control program, pitch system, and generators to ensure gradual power lift and operational safety.
The Goldwind GWH252-16MW rotor boasts a diameter of 252 meters - equivalent to about 2.5 football pitches - and each blade can reach speeds of over two-thirds the speed of sound.
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China leads the world in wind power, installing more offshore wind capacity than any other country in the last five years.
In 2021, it accounted for 49% of global offshore wind capacity, surpassing Europe's 47%. China plans to build the world's largest wind farm, which could power a country like Norway. However, the government still approves coal projects despite promoting renewable energy expansion. Its goal is to generate one-third of electricity from renewables by 2025 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2060.
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