Polar Clean Energy Laboratory Supports Renewable Energy Utilisation in Antarctica Qinling Station

ABSTRACT The world's first large‐scale clean energy system in Antarctica has been launched at China's Qinling Station, marking a milestone in sustainable polar research. This system integrates wind, solar, hydrogen and battery technologies to establish a renewable energy framework suitable for polar environments. To tackle Antarctica's extreme conditions during research and development phases, Taiyuan University of Technology (TYUT) built a Polar Clean Energy Laboratory that simulates harsh environments such as strong winds, low temperatures and polar day/night cycles. The lab enables rigorous testing and optimisation of equipment before deployment. It also provides a closed‐loop research cycle, from lab design to polar application and iterative upgrades, ensuring reliability and efficiency in extreme conditions. This progress not only supports eco‐friendly polar operations but also offers insights for global clean energy development in extreme environments.