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Dalian Taishan power station270 MW Coal

Coal

Dalian Taishan power station stands as a cornerstone of coal-based energy generation in China, with a substantial capacity of 270 MW. Operated by CPI Northeast Power Co., this facility was commissioned in 2006 and is located at coordinates 38.9081, 121.5535 in Dalian, Liaoning province. The power plant utilizes traditional coal combustion technology, which is widely adopted across the country due to the abundance of coal resources in China. Dalian Taishan power station plays a crucial role in the regional energy mix, helping to meet the electricity demands of local industries and households. Its operational context reflects the ongoing reliance on coal-fired generation amidst the backdrop of China’s energy policies that seek to balance economic growth with environmental sustainability. As China strives to transition to greener energy sources, Dalian Taishan remains a vital asset, contributing to grid stability and energy supply. The strategic importance of this power plant is amplified by its location in a key industrial area, where energy demands are high. While the plant exemplifies the challenges associated with coal usage, it also highlights the complexities of energy policy in China, where coal power continues to play a significant role in the energy landscape.

Capacity
270 MW
Commissioning Year
2006

20 years old

Owner
CPI Northeast Power Co.
Location
38.9081°, 121.5535°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,130. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #6,419 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,932 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

20 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

CPI Northeast Power Co. operates 1 plants totalling 270 MW

Regional density

8 plants within 100 km, 16,249 MW combined

Nearest plant: Dalian Ganjingzi power station (13.1 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 38.908100, 121.553500
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.07 Mt
1301 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
21.33 Mt
Over 20 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2046
20 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
231.9K
cars per year
142.2K
homes per year
48.5M
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 Plant Database

ChinaEnergy Profile

4,431
Total Plants
1617.1 GW
Total Capacity
CoalHydroNuclearGas
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