Recently, the State Administration for Market Regulation (National Standardization Administration) issued Announcement No. 24 of 2024. The national standard Safety Requirements and Evaluation Methods for Wind Farm Renovation and Upgrading (GB/T 44908-2024) has been officially released, led by CRRC. This marks another key milestone in the company’s efforts to standardize practices in the wind power sector.
As a priority project under the direct oversight of the State Council, the Safety Requirements and Evaluation Methods for Wind Farm Renovation and Upgrading outlines technical, safety, and evaluation criteria for wind farm retrofitting and upgrades. It provides comprehensive specifications for wind turbine units, electrical transmission and transformation equipment, monitoring systems, and auxiliary infrastructure, focusing on enhancements in power generation efficiency, operational reliability, grid integration, safety, and environmental sustainability. This standard further refines the existing wind power industry standards and serves as a critical reference for the modernization and upgrading of wind farms.
The release of this standard provides essential guidelines for the retrofit and upgrade of existing wind farms, offering effective direction and unified specifications for future projects involving large-scale replacements or technology upgrades. It ensures the healthy and orderly operation of wind farms. Once implemented, the standard will facilitate the enforcement of the national “Large-Scale Equipment Renewal and Consumer Goods Trade-In” policy, supporting the achievement of the “dual carbon” goals.
In the future, CRRC will continue to prioritize technological innovation, actively engage with industry experts, and enhance its competitive edge, leading technological advancements in the sector and advancing the standardization process within the wind power industry.
