China's First Salt Cavern Gas Storage Facility Sets New Milestone

27 Mar.,2025

China has made significant progress in its energy infrastructure with the remarkable performance of its first salt cavern gas storage facility. As of October 30, the Jintan Gas Storage, China's pioneering salt cavern gas storage installation, has reached new heights.

 

China has made significant progress in its energy infrastructure with the remarkable performance of its first salt cavern gas storage facility. As of October 30, the Jintan Gas Storage, China's pioneering salt cavern gas storage installation, has reached new heights.

The facility has now put 40 gas injection and extraction wells into operation, achieving a working gas volume of 1.05 billion cubic meters. Impressively, the total gas injected and extracted has exceeded 13 billion cubic meters, with cumulative extraction reaching 5.8 billion cubic meters.

This achievement is a testament to China's commitment to enhancing its energy security and ensuring a stable supply of natural gas. The Jintan Gas Storage plays a crucial role in balancing supply and demand fluctuations, especially during peak consumption periods.

The development of this salt cavern gas storage facility showcases China's advanced engineering capabilities and technological innovation. It also demonstrates the country's determination to diversify its energy sources and reduce reliance on traditional fossil fuels.

As the world looks for sustainable energy solutions, China's success in building and operating such a large-scale gas storage facility could serve as an example for other countries. The Jintan Gas Storage is not only a significant asset for China but also a potential model for the global energy industry.

With its growing capacity and efficient operations, this facility is set to contribute significantly to China's energy landscape in the years to come.