Does China have a potential for solar PV power station installation & generation?

The results of this study indicated that China, as one of the fast-growing countries in the global south, shows outstanding potential for solar PV power station installation and generation potential.

How to develop PV solar farms in China?

Land use policy for developing PV solar farms in China. Different from most developed countries, in China, urban lands are owned by the country, and rural lands are collective ownership. For this reason, the development of PV solar farms highly relies on the land use policy introduced by the government.

Where are PV power plants located in China?

The PV power plants in eastern and central China mainly established on croplands (24.6%) and the occupation of croplands presents a significant reduction of 48% from 2017 to 2022.

Are consolidated land parcels suitable for PV installation in China?

The results indicate that while a total area of 425,191 km 2 is considered developable for PV installation in China, only 23% of that area (128,588 km 2) are consolidated land parcels which are suitable for developing large-scale PV power plants.

Why is China a global leader in solar power plants?

China's rapid deployment of solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants has positioned it as the global leader in cumulative installed capacity. The expansion patterns of PV power plants in China play a crucial role in promoting PV diffusion in markets, shaping policies, and analyzing environmental and social impacts.

Are utility-scale solar photovoltaics a viable option?

At a global scale, utility-scale installations are anticipated to constitute approximately 66.7% of the worldwide capacity by the year 2050 . In a substantial majority of countries across the globe, utility-scale solar photovoltaics represent the most economically viable option for new electricity generation .