Shanghai has approved the Fengxian 1# offshore photovoltaic project, the first commercial-scale solar-wind hybrid of its kind in China. The move marks a major step forward in the city's efforts to build a modern maritime hub powered by clean energy.

Located off the coast of Fengxian district on the northern shore of Hangzhou Bay, the project forms part of Shanghai's broader strategy to integrate offshore wind and solar energy. It will be co-located with the existing Fengxian offshore wind farm, allowing for more efficient use of marine space.

With a planned installed capacity of 500 megawatts, the facility is expected to generate an average of 831 million kilowatt-hours of clean electricity each year.

According to estimates, the project will save 250,600 metric tons of standard coal annually. Emission reductions will include roughly 14.12 tons of smoke dust, 68.96 tons of sulfur dioxide, 682,100 tons of carbon dioxide, 110.5 tons of nitrogen oxides, and 44,900 tons of wastewater.

Unlike earlier pilot projects, this initiative will use a fixed-pole installation method for the photovoltaic panels, offering greater stability and scalability. The project is seen as a model for advancing offshore renewable energy and strengthening the maritime economy.

Source: Shanghai Observer