China’s distributed generation of electric power- current situation and prospect

The Chinese Energy Policy promotes renewable energy sources and energy efficiency as means to mitigate environmental impact, increase security of supply and ensure economic competitiveness. As a result, the penetration levels of distributed generation (DG) in electricity networks are rapidly increasing and are expected to play a more important role in the power industry. The paper firstly describes the types and current development situation of the distributed power generation in China, including installed capacity, distribution among various regions. Besides, clear the policies and standards of China’s distributed generation. Based on the analysis of the current situation, the challenge about policy system, technology, market economy, and investment also will be analyzed, then put forward measures to it. © 2016, UK Simulation Society. All rights reserved.