More importantly - what storage for renewables is there? - So the energy can be available for several days to guard against renewable droughts that occur from time to time.
China’s new energy storage capacity surges to 74 GW/168 GWh in 2024, up 130% YoY - https://www.ess-news.com/2025/01/23/chinas-new-energy-storag... - January 23, 2025
> China’s rapid energy storage expansion aligns with the country’s broader strategy for renewable energy integration. According to the “Power System Regulation Capacity Optimization Action Plan (2025–2027)” issued by the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and the NEA, China aims to support an annual addition of 200 GW of new renewables between 2025 to 2027, maintaining a national renewable energy utilization rate of no less than 90%. This policy suggests that the rapid growth of new energy storage will continue in the coming years.
China hits 1 TW solar milestone - https://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/06/23/china-hits-1-tw-solar... - June 23rd, 2025
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