Tanque Novo wind power project (TN project) in Brazil went into operation on May 30.
A view of Tanque Novo wind power project in Brazil [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]
Built by China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN)'s subsidiary in Brazil, the project successfully introduced the Chinese wind turbine industrial chain into the Brazilian new energy market while supporting export of products of 24 other Chinese enterprises along the industrial chain.
Located in Bahia State in Northeast Brazil, which is home to rich wind power, the project is the second greenfield project independently built by CGN in Brazil.
Construction of the project started on Nov 25, 2021.
With a total installed capacity of 180 megawatts, the project is equipped with 40 China-developed wind turbines using the largest blades wind turbine in South America.
A result of the innovative cooperation of China and Brazil in the field of energy, the TN project provides clean energy and contributes to employment in Brazil while upgrading the country's energy transformation and wind power industry.
According to CGN, the project is expected to generate 720 million kilowatt-hours of power annually, available for 430,000 Brazilian households, a reduction of 650,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions per year and an equivalent to reforestation of 1,800 hectares of forest.
During construction of the project, more than 1,000 jobs were provided to local people, which contributed to the country's economic and social development.
CGN Brazil Energy Holdings Co. Ltd, as a clean power generation investment platform of CGN in Brazil now has eight wind farms and two solar power stations in operation, with a total installed capacity of 1,444.8 MW. It is one of the top 10 clean energy suppliers in the country.
In addition to providing clean and stable power, the company also fulfills its social responsibilities and has contributed to the country's economic and social development and China-Brazil cultural exchange and communication.
(Executive editor: Xie Yunxiao)
