China, Greece wind power cooperation boost green transition as the carbon emissions have been cut by 150,000 tons annually.
Four wind farms located in the mountainous region of northern Greece have become significant landmarks in the area. These facilities are part of the Thrace Wind Power Project, managed by China Energy Guohua Investment Europe Renewable Energy S.A.
Since beginning operations in 2019, the project has produced nearly 160 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, supplying power to over 30,000 Greek households.
Ahead of the International Day of Clean Energy, the company’s deputy general manager, Wu Bate, told that the Thrace Wind Power Project was initiated following a Memorandum of Understanding signed between China and Greece under the Belt and Road Initiative in 2018.
Marking China’s first wind energy investment in Greece, the project consists of four wind farms featuring 34 turbines with a total installed capacity of 78.2 megawatts.
“The project helps cut carbon dioxide emissions by around 150,000 tons per year and saves 53,000 tons of standard coal, which is equivalent to planting 360,000 trees,” Wu explained. “It has played a crucial role in advancing Greece’s transition to clean energy.”
In recent years, Greece has made significant strides toward renewable energy adoption. The Greek government’s updated National Energy and Climate Plan projects that renewable energy will constitute 75% of electricity generation by 2030, rising to 95% by 2035. Data from the Hellenic Wind Energy Association indicates that wind power accounted for 23.5% of Greece’s total electricity output in 2023.
“The collaboration between Greece and China in renewable energy has been highly successful,” stated Konstantinos Loukidis, the company’s development manager.
“Investing in renewable energy not only diversifies Greece’s energy portfolio and strengthens energy independence but also attracts investment, fosters innovation, generates employment, and stimulates economic growth,” he added.
At present, Chinese enterprises are actively engaged in Greece’s renewable energy sector through investment and infrastructure projects.
Wu Bate emphasized the strong potential for further collaboration between China and Greece in clean energy development.
“In the future, both nations will build on this foundation to expand cooperation in areas like wind power and solar energy, ensuring mutual benefits and shared success while contributing to the global green transition,” he concluded.
Related Posts
Renewable energy makes up 56% of China’s total installed capacity
