[1] It is the largest of its kind, situated in Langtang Village, Lhünzhub County, Lhasa City, at an altitude of 3,825 meters.
[6] Between 2011 and 2021, the Lhasa Converter Station achieved remarkable progress, evolving from a modest starting point to a major power hub.
The Lhasa Converter Station has been pivotal in resolving power shortages in winter and addressing electricity demands during summer in Tibet.
This energy exchange has substantially contributed to the economic and ecological development of both the Qinghai-Tibet region, enhancing livelihoods and promoting sustainable growth.
[9][10] On April 10, 2024, the State Council of the People's Republic of China officially approved the Qinghai-Tibet DC Phase II Expansion Project, which primarily involves expanding the Golmud Converter Station in Qinghai and the Lhasa Converter Station in Tibet.