China’s first Zero-Carbon village is powered by rooftop PV

Guangdong prioritizes on digitalization and green initiatives, pioneering modernization and rural revitalization efforts. Illustration from Pexels.

Xinma, South China’s model village, attains carbon neutrality via rooftop PV maintained by unmanned aerial vehicles. The solar power integrates into smart grids by CSG Guangdong Power Grid. The initiative powers household utilities, electrifies kitchens, illuminates streets, and operates a smart EV charging station. Guangdong Power Grid’s PV portfolio boast 23.7 million kW installation capacity, cutting 16 million tons of CO2 emissions annually.