World Power Plants

Aba Minjiang River Jiangseba128 MW Hydroelectric

HydroRenewable

Located in the Sichuan province of China, the Aba Minjiang River Jiangseba facility ranks as the 1386th largest power generation facility in the country, contributing a capacity of 128 MW. This hydroelectric plant, while modest in size, plays a crucial role in a country that boasts a staggering total capacity of 1,603,494 MW across 4,430 facilities, predominantly fueled by coal. As the 289th largest hydroelectric plant in China, Jiangseba is part of a robust hydro generation landscape, characterized by its reliance on the abundant water resources of the Minjiang River. Nearby plants such as the Zipingpu plant with a capacity of 760 MW and the Sichuan Maoergai at 420 MW illustrate the region’s strong commitment to harnessing hydropower. Other local facilities, including Futangba and Taipingyi, with capacities of 360 MW and 260 MW respectively, further emphasize the significance of hydroelectric power in this area. While coal remains the dominant fuel source for China's energy needs, the presence of these hydro plants signifies an important move towards cleaner energy alternatives. The Jiangseba facility’s operational efficiency contributes to a greener energy mix in the region. Managed by local authorities since its commissioning, the plant represents a blend of traditional hydroelectric technology and modern operational practices, ensuring reliability and sustainability. As China continues to grapple with environmental concerns and the need for energy diversification, the role of hydroelectric plants like Aba Minjiang River Jiangseba will be pivotal in shaping a sustainable energy future, leveraging natural resources to meet growing demands while minimizing carbon footprints.

Capacity
128 MW
Commissioning Year
Owner
Location
31.4837°, 103.6032°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,387. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #9,051 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,970 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of China
Regional density

32 plants within 100 km, 3,445 MW combined

Nearest plant: Jiangsheba (0.5 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 31.483700, 103.603200
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Aba Minjiang River Jiangseba is a hydro power plant producing approximately 449 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Hydro
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
China
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

ChinaEnergy Profile

4,431
Total Plants
1617.1 GW
Total Capacity
CoalHydroNuclearGas
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