The Khromtau 150MW Wind Power Plant in Kazakhstan.
The Khromtau 150MW Wind Power Plant in Kazakhstan, developed by POWERCHINA under an EPC+F model, has connected to the grid at full capacity nearly 100 days ahead of schedule.
This milestone was achieved through the installation of 24 wind turbines, each with a capacity of 6.25 MW, making it the largest single-unit wind project in Kazakhstan.
Situated in the Khromtau district of the Aktobe Region, the project faced numerous challenges, including harsh climatic conditions with an average annual temperature of just 5.8 C and winter lows plummeting to -48 C. The short effective construction period and long-distance logistics further complicated project execution.
In response, the project team adopted innovative management models, optimized processes, and enhanced resource coordination and collaboration. This approach marked the first successful integration of project development and execution phases in the Central Asia region.
Key measures included completing equipment pre-procurement ahead of schedule, reducing the design review cycle, overcoming severe cold to maintain winter logistics and construction, and promoting efficient communication through localized management. These efforts ensured construction safety, quality, and overall efficiency.
The wind power plant is expected to generate approximately 509 GWh of clean electricity annually, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by about 500,000 metric tons. It will play a crucial role in optimizing Kazakhstan's energy structure, promoting sustainable development, ensuring regional energy supply security, and fostering localization and talent development.
