Former U.S. President Donald Trump recently claimed China has 'no wind farms,' but satellite imagery and on-the-ground reports paint a radically different picture. As of 2026, the Chinese mainland leads global wind energy production, with turbines spinning from the Gobi Desert to coastal Jiangsu Province.
🔍 Why It Matters: China installed over 50% of the world's new wind capacity in 2025 alone, according to Global Wind Energy Council data. Massive offshore projects like the 1.2 GW Yangjiang Shapa III farm showcase this green push.
❄️ Cold Truth: Even in subzero temperatures, high-altitude wind farms in Tibet and Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region operate year-round, powering cities like Lhasa and Urumqi.
💡 Tech Edge: Chinese manufacturers now produce 60% of global wind turbine components, driving down renewable costs worldwide. This aligns with Beijing's 2060 carbon neutrality pledge.
🌏 Global Impact: As climate talks intensify ahead of COP31, China's renewable strides could reshape energy geopolitics. But will political rhetoric catch up with reality?
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Hot Take: Trump says China has no wind farms but we prove him wrong
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