Ministry of Industry and Information Technology s Communication Base Station Wind Power Construction Regulations

4 FAQs about Ministry of Industry and Information Technology s Communication Base Station Wind Power Construction Regulations

What are the guidelines for development of onshore wind power projects?

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (“ MNRE ”) issued the 'Guidelines for Development of Onshore Wind Power Projects' dated 22 October 2016 (“ Original Guidelines ”) for setting up of wind power plants to promote a growth of the wind power sector in the country, keeping in mind the advancement in wind turbine technology.

When did the MNRE change the guidelines on micrositing for wind turbines?

On 4 July 2024, the MNRE amended the Original Guidelines (“Amended Guidelines”) to include revised norms on micrositing for wind turbines.

What is the development potential of offshore wind power technology?

According to World Bank statistics, the development potential of offshore wind power technology in 115 coastal countries or regions around the world has reached 71 billion KW, and the theoretical annual power generation has reached 213 trillion KWH, of which only 11% needs to be developed to meet the world's power demand.

How can we accelerate the construction of large-scale wind and PV power bases?

To accelerate the construction of large-scale wind and PV power bases in deserts and Gobi areas, and actively promote the construction of multi-energy and complementary clean energy bases in the upper Reaches of the Yellow River, Xinjiang and northern Hebei.