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Where is the world's biggest pumped hydro plant?

A pumped storage power station in Fengning, Hebei Province, China. (Bloomberg) -- State Grid Corp. of China has completed the world’s biggest pumped hydro plant as the nation ramps up its green energy capabilities. The last of 12 units at the Fengning plant started commercial operations on Sunday, the official China Energy News reported.

Is China's Fengning power station the world's largest hydro power plant?

China has set a new global benchmark in the global hydropower sector with the completion of the Fengning Pumped Storage Power Station, the largest of its kind in the world. China's Fengning Station: World's Largest Pumped Hydro Power Plant Sets New Global Benchmark

Where is Fengning pumped storage hydropower plant located?

[Photo/Xinhua] SHIJIAZHUANG, Dec. 31 -- The Fengning pumped storage hydropower plant, the largest of its kind globally, has commenced full operation in the city of Chengde, north China's Hebei Province.

Which country is leading in hydropower development in 2024?

According to the World Hydropower Outlook 2024, China continues to lead in hydropower development, having added 6.7 GW of new capacity in 2023, including over 6.2 GW of pumped storage. With Fengning now online, China aims to expand its pumped storage capacity to 80 GW by 2027 and reach a total hydropower capacity of 120 GW by 2030.

What is pumped storage hydropower?

Pumped Storage Hydropower is the largest form of renewable energy storage, with nearly 200 GW installed capacity providing more than 90% of all long duration energy storage across the world with over 400 projects in operation.

Why are pumped hydropower plants important?

Pumped hydropower plants like Fengning are vital for stabilizing energy grids, especially as renewable energy use increases. According to the World Hydropower Outlook 2024, China continues to lead in hydropower development, having added 6.7 GW of new capacity in 2023, including over 6.2 GW of pumped storage.