Pumped-Storage Hydropower (PSH) Capacity Expansion in China
Sector: Hydro • Location: China
Source: Deccan Herald
Plans are being developed to increase the safety and resilience of China's power grid through pumped-storage hydropower (PSH), which can fill supply gaps when variable renewable sources cannot meet demand. Installed capacity increased from 31.49 GW in 2020 to 58.69 GW in 2024, with further development planned under the 15th Five-Year Plan.
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Hydro, Power Generation (CCGT)
- Location
- China
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Deccan Herald
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Description | Plans are being developed to increase the safety and resilience of China's power grid through pumped-storage hydropower (PSH), which can fill supply gaps when variable renewable sources cannot meet demand. Installed capacity increased from 31.49 GW in 2020 to 58.69 GW in 2024, with further development planned under the 15th Five-Year Plan. |
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Country | China |
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Sector | Hydro, Power Generation (CCGT) |
Article published date | 2025-12-28 |
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