The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Wind Technology Partnership rolled out a new tool to aid energy planners and wind developers in China's Hebei province.

The new Geospatial Toolkit identifies where wind resources lie in Hebei province and their proximity to features like power transmission lines, protected lands and access routes. The province is a priority in China's wind development efforts due to its high wind potential and closeness to major transmission lines and cities. The Wind Technology Partnership is a joint effort by EPA, the U.S. Department of Energy, and the Chinese government to increase the use of grid-connected wind power in China.

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