Jilin Province Yitong 680 million yuan wind power project launches bidding

On July 20, 2026, Jilin Siping Yitong 400MW wind turbine and ancillary equipment procurement project issued a bidding announcement, with a total investment of 680 million yuan, which is private capital. The project plans to install 40 10MW wind turbines, equipped with digital intelligent operation and maintenance equipment, to enhance the level of intelligent management. The project adopts a phased construction mode, with 30 units having complete procedures before starting construction. The remaining units will be pushed forward according to the approval situation to avoid investment risks in a refined manner and assist in the construction of wind power bases in central and western Jilin.Editor/Gong Ziwei

The Pearl River Coal Power Environmental Protection Replacement Project Started

As the first coal power and other capacity replacement and reconstruction project in Guangzhou and the first batch in Guangdong, the total investment scale of the 2x600MW coal power and environmental protection replacement project of the Pearl River Power Plant in Guangzhou is about 5.6 billion yuan. By adopting the old demolition and new construction mode, two 600MW ultra supercritical secondary reheat coal-fired power generation units will be built at the original site. Two units are expected to be completed and put into operation in 2028 and 2032 respectively, with an estimated annual power supply of over 5 billion kilowatt hours after commissioning. Editor/Cheng Liting

Gansu Jiulongchuan Coal Mine Approved, Coal Projects Roll Out Nationwide

The construction design of Jiulongchuan Coal Mine in Gansu Province with a total investment of 18.635 billion yuan has been reviewed and approved, with an annual production capacity of 8 million tons. Recently, coal mines in Inner Mongolia, Heilongjiang, Xinjiang, and Ningxia have completed approval, started construction, or increased production capacity. High quality production capacity continues to be released, easing the pressure of reducing imported coal and consolidating domestic energy security. Editor/Min Jing

Romania implements 250 million euros of energy subsidies

On July 18, 2026, Romania announced the allocation of 250 million euros in EU funds for the deployment of 800000 smart meters and 2174MWh energy storage projects, with bidding starting in August.Editor/Gao Xue

2.1 billion yuan new energy materials project landed in Fuping, Hebei Province

Recently, a new energy material project with a total investment of 2.1 billion yuan from Beijing Zhongcheng New Investment Energy was signed and settled in Fuping Economic Development Zone, Hebei Province. The project covers an area of 240 acres and has a construction period of 24 months. It will build workshops, research and development buildings, production lines, and silicon carbon experimental lines to create an intelligent green production and research system. Our main products include coconut shells, straw pre carbonized materials, hard carbon and silicon carbon electrode materials, which are used for energy storage and power batteries. The hard carbon negative electrode has both economic and safety advantages.Editor/Gong Ziwei

New unit of West Africa's largest biomass power plant put into operation

On July 14, 2026, the endurance test and performance test of Unit 2 of the 46 MW biomass power plant project in Ivory Coast, jointly contracted by China Energy Construction Engineering Group and China Energy International Group, were completed and officially put into operation. The total installed capacity of this project is 46 megawatts, making it the largest biomass power station under construction in West Africa and the world's first large-scale biomass power station primarily fueled by palm leaf stalks.Editor/Gong Ziwei

PetroChina Southwest Oil and Gas Field Oil and Gas Production Double Growth

The largest natural gas production enterprise in Southwest China, PetroChina Southwest Oil and Gas Field Company, achieved dual growth in oil and gas production in the first half of 2026, with a cumulative production of 25.31 billion cubic meters of natural gas and an oil and gas equivalent exceeding 20 million tons, setting a new historical high for the same period.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Xinjiang's power transmission reaches a new high

According to data from Xinjiang Electric Power Trading Center Co., Ltd., the cumulative external power transmission in Xinjiang reached 79.024 billion kilowatt hours in the first half of 2026, a year-on-year increase of 25.11%. Among them, the external power transmission of new energy was 27.84 billion kilowatt hours, a year-on-year increase of 33.92%. According to data from State Grid Xinjiang Electric Power Co., Ltd., as of the end of June 2026, the total installed capacity of the Xinjiang power grid has exceeded 267 million kilowatts, with 173 million kilowatts of new energy installed, accounting for 65%.Editor/Gong Ziwei

CECEP Unveils 878-Million-Yuan PV EPC Bidders for Delingha Project

CECEP Qinghai 500MW integrated photovoltaic EPC has completed candidate announcement. The project is located in Delingha, with an investment of 878 million yuan, excluding energy storage construction. It is planned to be fully connected to the grid by the end of the year. Three power design institutes are bidding, and the industry competition is gradually shifting from price competition to comprehensive scheme strength competition. Editor/Min Jing

Shanxi Installation Secures First Middle East Contract: RMB 1.5 Bln PV Project in Oman

In July 2026, Shanxi Installation signed a 500MW photovoltaic EPC contract with its French subsidiary, Electricit é de France, for a total amount of 1.5 billion yuan, making it the first project of the enterprise in the Middle East. Relying on strategic cooperation and passing international high standard audits, we fully undertake the construction and operation of power plants, providing reference for domestic local state-owned enterprises to go global in the Middle East for new energy. Editor/Min Jing

China Power Construction wins Hebei energy storage project

On July 16, 2026, China Power Construction Hydroelectric 11th Bureau won the bid for the Baoding 200MW/800MWh independent energy storage EPC project for 810 million yuan, using lithium iron phosphate and all vanadium liquid flow mixing technology, with a construction period of 8 months. This project will enhance the peak shaving capability of the Jizhong power grid and promote the large-scale application of long-term energy storage.Editor/Gao Xue

China's aid to Lesotho's photovoltaic power plant phase II starts construction

The second phase of China's aid to the Mafuteng Photovoltaic Power Station in Lesotho has recently started construction, with a designed installed capacity of 50 megawatts. After completion, the total installed capacity will be increased to 80 megawatts, with an expected annual power generation of about 95 million kilowatt hours. Lesotho Prime Minister Matkane stated that the project will complement the 72 MW Mueela hydropower station, saving nearly 1 billion Marotti (approximately 56 million US dollars) in imported electricity bills annually. The first phase of the project will be completed in April 2023. After completion, the project will create over 1000 job opportunities and train photovoltaic technology talents for the local area. This is one of the important outcomes of the Beijing summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation of the Forum on China Africa Cooperation in 2018. Editor/Cheng Liting

CGN Unveils New Trough Collector Model Yuanyao No.1 in Xining

On July 16, 2026, China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN) released the world's first 8.6-meter open molten salt trough collector, Yuanyao No.1, in Xining. The product has multiple internationally leading indicators and all key components are domestically produced, suitable for complex domestic environments. It will be applied to large-scale solar thermal projects in Golmud, helping the domestic solar thermal industry to scale up and reduce costs. Editor/Min Jing

China's solar thermal installed capacity ranks second in the world

On July 16, 2026, data showed that China's installed capacity of solar thermal power reached 2.1 million kilowatts, ranking second in the world, with 3.2 million kilowatts under construction. The localization rate of technology exceeds 95%, and the industry is accelerating its large-scale development.Editor/Gao Xue

Xinjiang builds a low-carbon project for the entire refining and chemical chain

On July 16, 2026, the Tarim 1.2 million tons/year Phase II ethylene and supporting green low-carbon demonstration project of PetroChina Dushanzi Petrochemical was successfully put into operation and fully entered the production and operation stage. The project is located in the Petroleum and Petrochemical Industrial Park of Korla Shangku High tech Industrial Development Zone, Bayingolin Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang, on the northern edge of the Taklamakan Desert. It is the first pioneering project in China's refining industry to fully implement the concept of green and low-carbon development, and has built the world's first ethylene cracking carbon emission recycling demonstration base.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Yichang Baijiwashi Energy Storage Base put into operation

On July 15, 2026, Yuanjing Power Yichang 40GWh intelligent lithium battery project was put into operation, and the country's first 100 GWh level energy storage full industry chain base was officially put into operation. The first batch of 790Ah high-capacity battery cells will be delivered overseas as soon as they are offline. The battery cells have a cycle life of over 12000 times and a service life of 30 years, which will promote the technological upgrade of the global energy storage market.Editor/Gao Xue

Jiulongchuan Coal Mine Plan Passes Review in Gansu Ning County

The construction organization design of Jiulongchuan Coal Mine in Ning County, with a total investment of 18.635 billion yuan, passed the review on July 11th. The mine has an annual output of 8 million tons and adopts kilometer freezing construction. The implementation of the plan will provide technical support for the comprehensive construction of the mine and assist in the construction of the Longdong Energy Base. Editor/Min Jing

Major breakthrough in domestic ethylene technology

On July 16, 2026, the 1.2 million tons/year ethylene project of Dushanzi Petrochemical Tarim was put into operation. The first set of three electromechanical drive device in China has been put into use, with a localization rate of 99%, and the world's first ethylene cracking carbon recycling demonstration base has been established.Editor/Gao Xue

EU approves France's € 63 billion offshore wind power aid plan

On July 13th, the European Commission officially approved France's 63 billion euro national aid plan to support 11 offshore wind farm projects with a total installed capacity of 11.1GW and an annual power generation of 47.8 billion kilowatt hours, accounting for 10.6% of France's annual electricity consumption. The implementation period of the plan is 25 years, using a two-way price difference contract mechanism to stabilize electricity price fluctuations, and allocating assistance qualifications through bidding. This plan is formulated based on the Clean Industry Agreement National Assistance Framework, and is being promoted simultaneously in the three major sea areas of the North Sea, Atlantic, and Mediterranean. Three of the wind farms will replace the support arrangements prior to August 2025. Editor/Cheng Liting

Chinese Equipment Supplied to Zhanaozen Gas Processing Plant in Kazakhstan

The Zanaojin Natural Gas Processing Plant in Mangystau Oblast, Kazakhstan has invested 216 billion tenge in steady construction, with over 90% of the pending equipment produced in China and a manufacturing completion rate of 48.3%. The project will be put into operation in 2027, with both new and old gas plants operating simultaneously to expand local natural gas deep processing capacity. Editor/Min Jing

First Turbine Hoisted for CGN’s Ultra-High Altitude Wind Farm in Ali Xizang

CGN Alibaba has completed the lifting of the first wind turbine at an altitude of 4765 meters for its 50000 kW wind power project, breaking the enterprise's wind power altitude record. The total investment of the project is 280 million yuan to overcome the multiple construction problems in the plateau. It is expected to be connected to the grid by the end of 2026, with an annual power generation of 180 million kilowatt hours, helping the development of clean energy in Xizang. Editor/Min Jing

LSHEC Boosts Construction of Xinjiang Dongming Plastic Coal-to-Olefin Project

During the high temperature and scorching heat, the LSHEC construction team worked in the Wucaiwan Industrial Park in Xinjiang to develop six key equipment for the 800000 ton coal to olefin project of Dongming Plastics in Xinjiang. The project adopts a segmented prefabrication and on-site assembly mode, and each process is carried out in an orderly manner. Currently, the construction is steadily progressing, and we will make every effort to ensure the timely delivery of equipment. Editor/Min Jing

Türkiye Launches 2.4GW Scenery Bidding

Türkiye announced to start bidding for 2.4GW wind power YEKA within the year, including 900MW photovoltaic and 1.5GW wind power. The bidding deadline is October 13. The electricity price is capped at 0.055 euros/kWh, and winning the bid can enjoy a 20-year power purchase agreement, helping to achieve the 120GW installation target by 2035.Editor/Gao Xue

China Construction Corporation wins 15.1 billion yuan Sichuan pumped storage project

The Daofu Pumped Storage Power Station, with a total investment of 15.1 billion yuan and the highest altitude in the world, is located in Daofu, Ganzi. It has an installed capacity of 2.1 million kilowatts and is planned to be put into operation in 2032. On July 9, 2026, the candidates for the general contracting of the forward command center were announced, and China Construction Southwest Institute ranked first with a bid of 138 million yuan. The command center is the power station dispatch center, and the three participating units have similar quotations. China Construction Southwest Institute won with its advantages in location, housing construction qualifications, and performance. The completion of the project can improve the energy storage regulation of the Southwest Power Grid, and help achieve multi energy complementarity and dual carbon goals.Editor/Gong Ziwei

China Energy Alliance wins bid for 11.4 billion yuan gas power plant project in UAE

China Energy Engineering International Group, Guangdong Institute, and Guangdong Thermal Power have formed a joint venture to win the EPC project of the Tevila C gas power plant in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with a contract amount of 1.687 billion US dollars, approximately 11.42 billion yuan. The power station has an installed capacity of 2600MW and is a dual fuel combined cycle power station. The general contracting includes the entire construction process, with a construction period of 32 months. The project owner is the Saudi Energy Consortium and Singapore Shengke Industrial Consortium. After being put into operation, it can enhance local power supply and match the demand for coordinated allocation of wind and solar new energy.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Salt cavern hydrogen storage facility put into operation

The first deep salt cavern hydrogen storage facility in Asia has been put into operation in Henan, with domestically produced diaphragm compressors for petrochemical machinery providing zero pollution gas injection throughout the entire process.Editor/Gao Xue

Trina Solar Secures 200MW PV Module Supply Deal

On July 9, 2026, Trina Solar signed a large order of 200MW Supreme 3rd Generation modules with a Myanmar company at the China Myanmar Investment and Trade Matchmaking Summit. This product is suitable for various photovoltaic scenarios. Previously, the company has won large orders in Australia and Southeast Asia, and its recognition in overseas markets continues to increase. Editor/Min Jing

Stable growth of China's new energy vehicle market in the first half of 2026

The latest data released by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers on July 9th shows that from January to June 2026, the production, sales, and export volume of China's new energy vehicle market have shown a stable growth trend. Among them, the production and sales of new energy vehicles reached 7.438 million and 7.446 million respectively, an increase of 6.7% and 7.3% year-on-year; In June, the sales of new energy vehicles accounted for nearly 60% of the total sales of new cars. Since 2026, the export of new energy vehicles has become the core driving force for the growth of automobile exports.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Huaneng Chifeng Wind Power General Contracting Project enters preparation stage

On July 7, 2026, Huaneng platform announced the candidate for the general contracting of the 1.2 million kilowatt wind power project in Wengniute Banner, Chifeng, with a total bid price of nearly 2.88 billion yuan for the two sections. The project is divided into north and south wind farms, each with 60 10MW wind turbines, equipped with 400MW/1600MWh energy storage, two 220kV boosting stations and a 500kV collection station, and equipped with phase-shifting cameras to ensure the stability of the power grid. The first winning bidders for the two major sections are the joint venture led by East China Institute of Electric Power Construction and Chengdu Institute of Electric Power Construction. The project landing will accelerate the construction of a large-scale new energy base in eastern Mongolia.Editor/Gong Ziwei

Alxa Molten Salt Energy Storage Project Formally Registered

On July 7, 2026, the Inner Mongolia Boyuan Yingen Chemical Alxa Natural Alkali Supporting 90MW/900MWh Molten Salt Energy Storage Project was registered. The project is located in Alxa Right Banner, with a total investment of 388 million yuan and a construction period from August 2026 to December 2028. We will construct a complete set of electric heating, molten salt heat storage, steam generation, and steam turbine power generation systems, equipped with binary solar salt heat storage media and various pump bodies and heat exchange equipment. After completion, we will rely on green electricity direct connection to provide energy storage and supply support for alkali processing projects.Editor/Gong Ziwei