China: Zhanjiang to Take Advantage of Marine Resources

Pursuing efforts to boost its oceanic economy, Zhanjiang is planning to take advantage of marine resources in the years to come, reports China Daily.

This potential the sea has to offer is also recognized in terms of offshore wind power.

For the purpose of utilizing the oceanic wind power, a plan has been introduced for the construction of eight wind farms, with a combined installed capacity of 49,500 kilowatts, in counties including Xuwen and Leizhou.

These efforts will be supported by the plan on the comprehensive experimental zones for developing marine economy in Guangdong province approved by the State Council last year.

The plan accounts for the second key regional plan for Guangdong under national guidance, and it relates to the outline of the reform and development plan of the Pearl River Delta (2008-2020).

Officials believe the plan will contribute to exploring new ways of developing and administrating the ocean.

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Offshore WIND staff, March 13, 2012; Image: zjport