Get ready for a game-changer in GBA’s green grid! On August 26, the first unit of the Meizhou Pumped Storage Power Station Phase II—the region’s first major energy storage project under the 14th Five-Year Plan—went live. ⚡️
This powerhouse can generate 300,000 kWh every hour—enough to light up 50,000 homes daily—and will trade all its output on the market, boosting Guangdong’s pumped storage capacity to 1.5 million kW. Once the full 1.2 million kW station is online, the Greater Bay Area’s total pumped storage will top 10 million kW, strengthening regional energy resilience. 🌊🏘️
Think of pumped storage as a giant water battery: it charges by pumping water uphill when demand is low, then releases it to drive turbines during peak hours. More of these setups mean a steadier grid and a smoother path for clean energy integration. 💡
For tech-savvy, sustainability-minded young pros across South and Southeast Asia, GBA’s power play shows how water and watts team up for a brighter, cleaner future. 🌱
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GBA's 1st major energy storage project under 14th Five-Year Plan
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