China accelerates offshore wind expansion with new deep-sea project

China has begun full-scale construction of its farthest offshore wind power project following the installation of the first turbine in waters near Hailing Island in Guangdong Province, according to Global Times, a partner of TV BRICS.

The wind farm, located up to 89 kilometres offshore, has a total installed capacity of 500 megawatts and covers an area of 54 square kilometres. The project will include 31 turbines, each with a capacity of 16.2 megawatts, marking the first application of this turbine class in the country.

Advanced digital technologies will play a central role in the project’s operation. The integration of big data and intelligent algorithms will enable real-time monitoring, fault detection, and coordinated maintenance, improving efficiency and supporting stable energy generation.

Once completed, the facility is expected to generate around 1.6 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, supplying power to approximately 700,000 households. The project will also contribute to energy optimisation in the Greater Bay Area and support the reduction of carbon emissions.

The initiative forms part of China’s broader strategy to expand offshore wind capacity and strengthen its low-carbon energy system. According to the National Energy Administration, the country continues to lead globally in offshore wind installations, supported by ongoing technological innovation and long-term development planning.