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The Tsetsii Wind Farm is located in the Gobi Desert within the Tsogttsetsii district of South Gobi Province. With an installed capacity of 50 megawatts, it was officially opened in October 2017 as Mongolia's second major wind energy facility. The project was developed by Clean Energy Asia, a joint venture between the Mongolian Newcom Group and Japan's SoftBank Energy. It consists of 25 Vestas V110 turbines, specifically chosen for their efficiency in the region's unique wind conditions. Its location is strategically important as it serves the energy-intensive mining hub of the southern Gobi, including the Tavan Tolgoi area. The wind farm plays a vital role in meeting Mongolia's renewable energy targets, aiming for a 30% share by 2030. Annually, Tsetsii offsets approximately 190,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions, providing a sustainable alternative to coal-based power.
- Location: Mongolia
- Nearby: Mandalgovi (84 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -14 | -10 | -2 | 7 | 14 | 20 | 23 | 21 | 14 | 5 | -4 | -13 |
| Rain mm | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 11 | 20 | 29 | 23 | 13 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
📋 Practical info
What is this place?
The Tsetsii Wind Farm is a pioneering renewable energy project in the Gobi Desert, playing a crucial role in diversifying Mongolia's power supply. It harnesses the region's strong, relentless winds to generate clean electricity.
Visiting
Direct access to the base of the turbines and the operational facilities is generally restricted for safety reasons. However, travelers driving through the desert can easily appreciate the immense scale of the infrastructure from the surrounding roads.
Where to view it
The towering white structures stand out starkly against the barren landscape, offering impressive photo opportunities from the main highways heading towards the South Gobi province. The visual contrast is especially striking during sunrise or sunset.
Local products
While the wind farm itself does not sell products, nearby nomadic communities occasionally offer traditional items like fermented mare's milk or camel wool crafts. Travelers might find these goods at small settlements or roadside stops in the area.
Active season
The turbines operate year-round whenever wind conditions are favorable, which is very frequent in this open landscape. The warmer months from late spring to early autumn are the most practical times for visitors to traverse the region comfortably.
Nearby
A stop to view the wind farm can easily be incorporated into an overland expedition towards the iconic flaming cliffs of Bayanzag or the singing sand dunes of Khongoryn Els. It adds a modern technological contrast to the ancient natural wonders of the Gobi.
Geography
Facts
- The Tsetsii Wind Farm was officially inaugurated in October 2017.
- The total power generation capacity of the farm is 50 megawatts.
- It utilizes 25 turbines of the Vestas V110 model from Denmark.
- The project is a collaboration between Mongolia's Newcom and Japan's SoftBank.
- It is situated in the Gobi Desert, a region with high wind potential.
- The wind farm reduces Mongolia's CO2 emissions by 190,000 tons annually.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Tsetsii wind farm?
A modern wind power plant in the Gobi.
Can one view it?
Only from the outside.
What does the area offer?
Solitude of the desert.
How to reach it?
Only by 4x4.
When to visit?
Early autumn.
Tsetsii Wind Farm: where is it located?
Tsetsii Wind Farm is located in Mongolia.
Tsetsii Wind Farm: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Tsetsii Wind Farm: why is it worth visiting?
The Tsetsii Wind Farm is located in the Gobi Desert within the Tsogttsetsii district of South Gobi Province.
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