Solar Valley (China)

Solar Valley (China)
City
Country China
Province Shandong
City Dezhou
Start 2007
Founded by Huang Ming, Himin Solar Energy Group
Area
  Total 3 km2 (1 sq mi)
Time zone UTC+8 (東八區)
Website www.chinasolarvalley.com

China's Solar Valley (Chinese: ) located in Dezhou, Shandong province, China, is "a massive exercise in social, economic and ecological engineering"[1] using solar power in China. It is planned to cost $740 million USD,[1] which includes $10 million to install solar lighting along roadways.[1] The project is led by Himin Solar Energy Group, the world's largest solar water heater manufacturer.[2]

Etymology

Solar Valley is named after Silicon Valley.[3]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 Higgins, Andrew (May 17, 2010). "With Solar Valley project, China embarks on bold green technology mission". Washington Post.
  2. Zhang, Qi (2009-02-09). "Himin sees more shine in Dezhou's Solar Valley". China Daily.
  3. Coonan, Clifford (June 15, 2009). "King of 'Solar Valley' wants blue skies for the next generation". Irish Times.

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