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SDIC Power and CATL to Launch $4.94 Billion Hydropower Joint Venture in Sichuan
A subsidiary of state-owned SDIC Power Holdings Co. plans to form a joint venture with battery manufacturer Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) for a major hydropower project in southwestern China. The total investment for the new facility is estimated at 33.4 billion yuan ($4.94 billion), the company announced in a filing.
Project Details
The project involves the construction of a new hydropower station in China's Sichuan province, a region known for its rich water resources. According to the filing with the Shanghai Stock Exchange, the facility is designed with significant generating capabilities.
Key project specifications include:
- Total Investment: 33.4 billion yuan ($4.94 billion)
- Installed Capacity: 2.4 million kilowatts
- Projected Annual Output: Approximately 8.6 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity
AdStrategic Significance
The partnership marks a notable collaboration between a traditional power utility and a leading player in the new energy vehicle supply chain. For CATL, the world's largest battery maker, an investment in a large-scale renewable energy source could help secure a stable and green power supply for its energy-intensive manufacturing operations.
This move aligns with broader corporate trends toward vertical integration and securing clean energy to meet both production demands and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives. For investors, the joint venture signals a deepening of ties between China's established energy sector and its rapidly growing clean technology industries.
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