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Jingdezhen power station1,320 MW Coal

Coal

Situated in the picturesque city of Jingdezhen, China, the Jingdezhen power station is a coal-fired facility with an impressive capacity of 1320 MW. Coordinated at 29.1866, 117.0842, this power plant has been operational since its commissioning in 2006 under the ownership of the China Power Investment Corporation (CPI). The Jingdezhen power station is an integral part of the regional energy generation framework, providing essential electricity to both urban and rural areas. Its advanced coal technology ensures efficient energy production, crucial for sustaining the local economy and meeting the rising energy demands. Given China's heavy reliance on coal for electricity, the Jingdezhen power station plays a significant role in the national energy mix, contributing to the stability and reliability of the power supply. The facility also aligns with China's energy policies aimed at improving energy security while managing environmental impacts. By leveraging its substantial output, this power plant supports local industry and enhances the overall resilience of the energy grid in the region.

Capacity
1,320 MW

1.32 GW

Commissioning Year
2006

20 years old

Owner
China Power Investment Corporation (CPI)
Location
29.1866°, 117.0842°

China, Asia

Location

Coordinates:: 29.186600, 117.084200
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
5.22 Mt
6360 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
104.30 Mt
Over 20 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2046
20 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
1.1M
cars per year
695.3K
homes per year
237.0M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Coal
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
China
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Station Database

ChinaEnergy Profile

4,431
Total Stations
1617.1 GW
Total Capacity
CoalHydroNuclearGas
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Coal as a Power Generation Energy Source: An Overview

Coal has been a cornerstone of electricity generation for over a century, accounting for a significant share of global energy production. As of now, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants worldwide, distributed across 74 countries, with a total installed capacity of around 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading countries in coal power generation include China, which operates 1,018 plants with a capacity of 1,038.0 GW, followed by India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants at 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, which have 130 and 61 plants, respectively, with capacities of 76.8 GW and 63.9 GW.

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