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China Inaugurates 50 MW Floating Solar Plant in Hebei Province, Integrating Energy Generation and Aquaculture in an Innovative and Sustainable Model Supported by Manufacturer Sofar.
China has just taken another decisive step towards sustainability with the inauguration of a 50-megawatt (MW) floating solar plant in the city of Cangzhou, in Hebei province. The project, developed by Cangzhou Julong Solar Co., represents a milestone in the integration of renewable energy generation and aquaculture, in a model known as Fishery-Solar Complementary.
Connected to the grid since September, the plant features solar inverters from Sofar, a Chinese company specializing in solar technologies and energy storage. The initiative combines technological innovation with smart use of natural resources, reinforcing China’s leadership in the global advancement of solar energy.
Clean Generation with Positive Impact and Double Economic Benefit
The Cangzhou floating solar plant has an estimated annual generation capacity of 85.3 million kWh, enough to power approximately 128,000 households. In addition, the project will prevent the emission of 64,000 tons of CO₂ per year, directly contributing to the Chinese goal of carbon neutrality by 2060.
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The project is designed to unite energy efficiency and economic sustainability. According to Sofar, the installation over the water surface helps reduce evaporation, improves conditions for aquaculture, and utilizes previously underutilized areas. Thus, the plant becomes an example of double economic return, generating clean energy while strengthening local food production.
With 157 inverters of 320 kW each, the system achieves efficiency of 99.05%, being considered one of the most advanced in operation in Asia. These units feature enhanced corrosion protection and are designed to withstand extreme humidity conditions, ensuring stability and continuous operation on floating platforms.
According to the manufacturer, the performance of the inverters is the result of years of research and development focused on aquatic environments, where the durability and reliability of components are essential. “While the fish swim beneath the panels, our technology delivers the concept of ‘one kilowatt-hour, two benefits’,” stated Sofar in an official statement.
Fishery-Solar Model: The Harmony Between Energy and Environment
The Fishery-Solar Complementary model has been gaining traction in China as it allows for the coexistence between photovoltaic generation and aquaculture. This integration reduces environmental impact, optimizes water resource use, and creates new income opportunities for local communities.
In Cangzhou, the combination of clean energy and aquaculture transforms the region into a true laboratory for energy innovation and sustainability. The practice reflects China’s policy of rational land use, avoiding the occupation of agricultural areas and minimizing land use conflicts.
Moreover, the project helps reduce water heating under the panels, creating a more stable microclimate for fish farming and decreasing losses due to evaporation — an environmental benefit that enhances the value of the initiative.
Sofar Expands Presence in the Global Solar Energy Market
With the success of the project in Hebei, Sofar solidifies its position among the major players in the Asian solar sector, expanding its work in storage solutions and floating plants, two segments expected to grow exponentially in the coming years.
The company bets on technological innovation as the engine for the global energy transition and is already preparing for new launches and international partnerships. The experience gained in China is being replicated in other countries with significant solar and hydropower potential.
In Brazil, Sofar has been consistently expanding its presence. In 2024, the company celebrates the milestone of half a million inverters sold in the country, establishing itself as one of the leaders in photovoltaic solutions and energy storage.
With more than 20 partner distributors and an office with a showroom on Avenida Paulista, in São Paulo, the company offers training, technical support, and hands-on demonstrations of its latest technologies. The space reflects the brand’s commitment to professional training and the dissemination of solar energy in the Brazilian market.
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