Datang International Shantou Lemen I

Datang International Shantou Lemen I Offshore Wind Farm Profile

Location: The Datang International Shantou Lemen I Offshore Wind Farm is located in the South China Sea, specifically in Nan'ao, Shantou, Guangdong, China. The exact coordinates are 23.2755, 117.049 (WGS 84).

Project Details:

• Nameplate Capacity: The wind farm has a nameplate capacity of 245 MW.
• Development and Ownership: The project is developed and owned by China Datang Corporation New Energy, with a 100% stake.
• Operator: The operator of the wind farm is Datang Shantou New Energy CO LTD (大唐汕头新能源有限公司).

Development Status:

• Construction Start: The project construction commenced in 2021.
• Commercial Operation: The wind farm entered into commercial operation in December 2021.

Technology and Infrastructure:

• Turbines: The project features 35 units of SWT 7.0-154 turbines, each with a 7MW nameplate capacity. These turbines were supplied by Shanghai Electric Wind Power Equipment.
• Foundations: The wind turbines are installed on fixed monopile foundations.

Environmental Impact:

• Electricity Generation: The wind farm generates approximately 751,000 MWh of electricity per year.
• Carbon Emissions Offset: This electricity generation offsets about 450,000 tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions annually.

Additional Information:

• The project is part of the broader efforts to expand renewable energy capacity in China and contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
• The wind farm is currently active and operating, as tracked by GlobalData and the Global Energy Monitor.